{"product_id":"john-bright-in-conversation","title":"John Bright in Conversation","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin multi-award-winning costume designer and founder of Cosprop, John Bright, in conversation with curator Keith Lodwick, for a fascinating look at his extraordinary six-decade career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom his early days in the costume industry to founding Cosprop in 1966, John Bright has played a defining role in shaping the world of film, television and stage costume. An Academy Award and BAFTA-winning costume designer, he is perhaps best known for his long-standing collaborations with Merchant Ivory Productions, working alongside fellow costume designer Jenny Beavan on some of the most celebrated period films of the late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this special conversation, John will reflect on the highlights of his remarkable career, his approach to costume design, and the evolution of the industry over the past sixty years. He will share stories from behind the scenes of some of his best-known productions, as well as insights into building Cosprop into one of the world’s leading costume houses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe conversation accompanies our current exhibition, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dovecotstudios.com\/whats-on\/costume-couture\/\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCostume Couture: Sixty Years of Cosprop\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, celebrating six decades of extraordinary costume-making and showcasing the artistry, craftsmanship and history behind the renowned company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJohn is also the founder of The Bright Foundation, a Hastings-based arts education charity providing life-enhancing opportunities for children and young people facing disadvantage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopies of Keith Lodwick's book, \u003cem\u003eThe Costume House: The Inside Story of Cosprop\u003c\/em\u003e, will be available to purchase after the event, with an opportunity to have your copy signed by John and Keith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTickets £20 (includes entry to\u003cem\u003e Costume Couture: Sixty Years of Cosprop\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery ticket sold supports the work of The Dovecot Foundation to advance visual art, craft and design in all its forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable and may not be exchanged unless due to extenuating circumstances. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unable to attend an event please contact Dovecot on 0131 550 3660 or \u003ca href=\"mailto:mailto@info@dovecotstudios.com\"\u003einfo@dovecotstudios.com\u003c\/a\u003e to inform the Front of House Team.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Event","offers":[{"title":"General Admission","offer_id":64499713671545,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/8726\/9309\/files\/Johnbright.png?v=1788778324","url":"https:\/\/shop.dovecotstudios.com\/products\/john-bright-in-conversation","provider":"Dovecot Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}