Victoria Levine, from the costumes department, is intricately involved in maintaining the show's stunning aesthetic by replacing beads on young Simba's bodysuit; 350 costumes, including 22 elaborate hand-beaded corsets, showcase the commitment to detail. Each corset features thousands of individually sewn beads, highlighting the labor intensive nature of producing a visually captivating theatrical experience that is still running strong.
Joe Beagley, who has overseen the masks and puppets since the London production began in 1999, emphasizes the meticulous process involved: "Most masks, including George Asprey's Scar mask, are crafted from carbon-fibre mouldings and require three to four weeks for production, ensuring that they fit the specific actors and maintain the show's artistic integrity through rigorous design standards set forth in the puppet bible."
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