Working in the Theatre: Wigs

Working in the Theatre is featured in our new book, “American Theatre Wing, an oral history: 100 Years, 100 Voices, 100 Million Miracles.“ Learn more about the book at Everyone knows that great wig work is important to the artistic process of creating theatre. But few know just how much work and skill go into producing the incredible design and execution of a wig. Paul Huntley, one of the most esteemed wig designers (and a past Tony Honoree), shares his career journey and spotlights the creative, economic, and technical processes of working in the hair and wig department. We enter his world through the Broadway production of A Bronx Tale, showcasing the interaction between designers and talent, resulting in one important goal – to complete the illustration of a character on stage. For more information on A Bronx Tale, visit American Theatre Wing’s Working in the Theatre documentary series features the most fascina