About this project
UNDER THE POPPY http://underthepoppy.com is an immersive, multimedia show using live actors, live music, film, and puppetry, adapted by Kathe Koja from her novel of the same name: a passionate story of love lost and found, set in a grungy Victorian-era brothel. (The novel will be published this October from Small Beer Press http://smallbeerpress.com/)
Since our audience won't just watch this show but be fully present in its world, wardrobe is crucial. Our actors will be costumed in a variety of unique and sexy styles, a mash-up of Victorian, punk, sideshow circus and High Romantic, created by Monika Essen http://studioepoque.com.
UNDER THE POPPY is slated for the Chrysler Black Box Theatre at the Detroit Opera House in February 2011. As a backer, you'll be part of the show no matter where you are. Pick an object of clothing you think is cool - knickers, corset, brothel creepers, top hat - or dress one of the characters head-to-toe. If you're a theatre geek or a fashionista, a fan of Kathe's, Monika's or Diane's, or some glorious combination, this will be fun! All monies collected through Kickstarter will go entirely to the show's costume budget.
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Ribbons and Bows: Fund a flower here, a ribbon there, the sexy lace on a garter belt. Premium: Donor's name featured on the Under the Poppy blog; Under the Poppy pin.
Pledge $25 or more
Tops or Bottoms: Fund fishnets or high heels for the ladies, cravats or top hats for the gents, and fresh new knickers for everybody! Premium: All the above, plus Kickstarter update and scratch 'n sniff card from the Under the Poppy wardrobe.
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Lace Me Tighter! Fund boots for the gents, corsets for the ladies, and miles and miles of laces for both. Premium: All the above, plus a costume swatch, and one print of an original costume sketch, signed by creator Monika Essen.
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Waistcoats & Petticoats: Open the wardrobe closet, and fund skirts, petticoats, jackets and vests. Premium: All the above, but a portfolio of six prints of sketches, signed by Monika Essen.
Pledge $500 or more
Dressed for Success! Fund a character's whole ensemble, from the feather in her hair to the shoes on his feet. Premium: All the above, plus playbill credit "Costume Assistance By", plus a copy of the playbill, and a copy of the novel Under the Poppy, signed by Kathe Koja. (Please note: The novel will be published in fall 2010; the playbill will be available in early 2011.)
Pledge $10 or more
Ribbons and Bows: Fund a flower here, a ribbon there, the sexy lace on a garter belt. Premium: Donor's name featured on the Under the Poppy blog; Under the Poppy pin.
Pledge $25 or more
Tops or Bottoms: Fund fishnets or high heels for the ladies, cravats or top hats for the gents, and fresh new knickers for everybody! Premium: All the above, plus Kickstarter update and scratch 'n sniff card from the Under the Poppy wardrobe.
Pledge $50 or more
Lace Me Tighter! Fund boots for the gents, corsets for the ladies, and miles and miles of laces for both. Premium: All the above, plus a costume swatch, and one print of an original costume sketch, signed by creator Monika Essen.
Pledge $100 or more
Waistcoats & Petticoats: Open the wardrobe closet, and fund skirts, petticoats, jackets and vests. Premium: All the above, but a portfolio of six prints of sketches, signed by Monika Essen.
Pledge $500 or more
Dressed for Success! Fund a character's whole ensemble, from the feather in her hair to the shoes on his feet. Premium: All the above, plus playbill credit "Costume Assistance By", plus a copy of the playbill, and a copy of the novel Under the Poppy, signed by Kathe Koja. (Please note: The novel will be published in fall 2010; the playbill will be available in early 2011.)
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Kathe Koja's award-winning writing has been called “provocative” (New York Times Book Review), “searing, beautiful” (Booklist), and “psychologically gripping” (Publishers Weekly). She has published fourteen novels and dozens of short stories, in the US and around the world. Her first novel, The Cipher, is currently under option for film. “Under the Poppy” is her first work adapted for the stage, and she's excited to see its premiere in her hometown, Detroit.
Monika Essen’s education includes studies in Interior Architecture and Environmental Design at Parson’s School of Design NYC, a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design in Architecture, and a Masters of Fine Arts in Scenography from the prestigious Hilberry Repertory Theatre Program, which she attended on a full fellowship scholarship. She has won numerous awards for her designs for theatre, film, and opera.
Diane Cheklich is an independent director and producer. Her award-winning feature film directorial debut, Offshore (2006), is an Indo-American movie shot in India and the U.S. She produced the feature, TRAP (2005), a psychological thriller; TRAP is available on DVD across North America through Lightyear Entertainment/Vivendi Home Video. Diane has also written and directed short films. Her most recent short is the award-winning Doctor Reddy (2009), in distribution through Ouat Media. She also holds a Master of Business Administration from The Wharton School.
