Paul Tazewell on vision behind “Wicked” costume transformation and telling stories through clothing

Oscar-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell says his creative process for “Wicked” began with abstract concepts, transforming the land of Oz through detailed costume design. “That was where the idea of the spiral came into play for ‘Wicked,’ and the idea of the texture of mushrooms,” Tazewell said. “I am working to align those elements.” The…

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Arab leaders adopt Gaza reconstruction plan in rebuke of Trump’s vision – The Washington Post

Arab leaders adopt Gaza reconstruction plan in rebuke of Trump’s vision  The Washington Post Arab leaders endorse counterproposal to Trump’s Gaza plan, with ceasefire uncertain  CNN White House: Trump welcomes Arab nations’ ‘input’ on his Gaza proposal  The Times of Israel Arab states adopt Egyptian alternative to Trump’s ‘Gaza Riviera’  Reuters Gaza’s recovery must be built on more than…

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Trump’s NATO Vision Spells Trouble for the Alliance – The Wall Street Journal

Trump’s NATO Vision Spells Trouble for the Alliance  The Wall Street Journal UK foreign policy chief says Trump is right to urge higher military spending from NATO  ABC News Trump says NATO countries are ‘taking advantage’ and should contribute 5% of GDP  USA TODAY Post-cold war peace ‘well and truly over’, warns David Lammy  The Guardian Europe splits on…

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