Sewing Education At Halsey Onstage

You will be guided by Travis Halsey, the recipient of the 2018, NYC Theatrrical Developmemt Funds - Outstanding Young Master of Design. Mr. Halsey has received numerous awards for both his design and technical skills related to theatrical sewing. He has sewn professional for the past 20 years, holding leading positions in many major American costume shops. Most recently at the Joffrey Ballet and Houston Ballet. He was the first seasons Tailor for the T.V. series Chicago P.D. as well as stitching for many movies including Divergent, Captive State and Chiraque. Besides his time patterning, cutting and assembling a diverse array of garments Mr. Halsey has taught costume making and sewing across the for the last 10 years: teaching from his Ravenswood studio, as a guest artist in universities, and as a traveling artist outside of the united states. Along with teaching in person he has demonstrated many sewing techniques to over 5 thousand students online. A lesson at HalseyOnstage is great for the beginner that has never touched a sewing machine, and also the student that has been sewing but would like to add more techniques to their skill bank. We wilL develop you hand sewing, domestic machine and industrial machine skills. We can also do patterning work for students in interested in that area. Lessons will begin w basics, and as we move thru those we can create projects for you that are fun and that add new skills to your sewing toolbox.

I enjoy the creative process and problem solving. A yd of fabric has so many possibilities. I love to combine techniques, math and creativity to see what you can create. It is very rewarding to share that process with students of all ages. Also as a teacher I am always learning, improving my skills and finding new ways to solve problems. Sharing that is incredibly satisfying.