Costumes | Doña Perón
Support the creation of the exquisite costumes of Doña Perón
Eva Perón's Ruffle Dress $4,000
Evita Perón's ruffle dress is being patterned and constructed by Eric Winterling, Inc. Doña Perón will require 2 ruffle dresses as part of its costume collection. There will also be 6 other glamorous dresses created at the same cost.
Ballroom Gowns $1,750
The ballroom gowns are being patterned and constructed by Colin Davis Jones Studios. The ballet requires ballroom gowns for 10 different dancers. The construction of each gown will cost $1,750.
Descamisado Shirts $600
The shirts of the Descamisados, the followers of Juan and Eva Perón, are being patterned and constructed by Bethany Joy Costumes, Inc. The ballet requires 17 Descamisado shirts. The construction of each shirt will cost $600.
Buttons & Trim $250
Each military coat requires 11 buttons, leading to a total of over 121 buttons for all of the military costumes featured throughout the ballet. Each military coat will include trim on the cuffs and epaulettes. Support the cost of the buttons and trim with a gift of $250.
Shoes $150
Doña Perón requires 21 different pairs of shoes throughout the ballet: 2 pairs of shoes for Eva, 2 pairs of shoes for Juan Perón, 8 pairs of shoes for the ballroom ladies, and 9 pairs of shoes for the military men. A gift of $150 will support the cost of one pair of shoes.
Handkerchiefs $50
Each Descamisado has their own handkerchief. This seemingly simple prop is used to build momentum and multiplies the dancers' energy on stage. The handkerchiefs are used several times throughout the ballet and are an important part of telling Eva's story. The cost of each handkerchief is $50.
About the Costumes
Ballet Hispánico is working with costume designer Mark Eric in creating the costumes for Doña Perón. Eric is a costume and fashion designer based in New York City, where he trained at the Fashion Institute of Technology. After designing for several New York City fashion houses, he discovered his passion for costuming for the stage. He enjoys bringing his couture fashion sensibility to his design, often employing artisanal techniques when creating his signature costumes.
Together, Mark Eric and the Ballet Hispánico wardrobe department will oversee the creation of nearly 100 costumes for the New York premiere of Doña Perón, April 1-3, 2022, at New York City Center. We invite you to become part of Mark Eric's unique vision by supporting Doña Perón's signature costumes. Your support today will lead to the creation of this exemplary ballet.
