First Hand / Stitcher · Winter 2027

Pressly Martinat

Costume production · First Hand · Wardrobe

Opera and regional-theatre costume professional with First Hand, draping, stitching, fittings, alterations, shop-leadership, and rotating-repertory wardrobe experience. Currently completing Central City Opera's 2026 Festival Season.

Construction

Period garments, tailoring and menswear familiarity, structural alterations, corsetry, finishing, and performance-ready durability.

First Hand practice

Work preparation, delegation, fittings, fit-note execution, supervision, and clear communication within established shop hierarchy.

Repertory operations

Wardrobe leadership, quick changes, laundry and repair tracking, performer support, continuity, and stage-management communication.

Available for the full Winter 2027 contract and interested in possible fall pre-season work. Contact: presslymartinat@gmail.com · 828-320-6104