RepCo: Corda at RWCMD - Storyboarding and Producing

Concept by: Melody Bainbridge-Todd
Devised by: Melody Bainbridge-Todd, Mabel Westwood, Pippa Hinken-Evans, Charlie Hagen, Theodore Poe, Tara Turner
Composers: Jacob Owen and Theodore Poe
Lighting Designer: Gabriella Thomas
Sound Designer: Jake Potts
Photographer: Kirsten McTernan
Supported by: Repco and Lee C. Todd

I was the producer and collaborative director on Corda. My goal was to support the team to create a clear, cohesive vision. I began writing Corda as a book when I was 16. Although fantasy within art and performance can be used for escapism, it can also subtly touch on subjects such as mental health and lonliness for those who struggle themselves. Puppets are similarly described to do the same. I am deeply greatful to my team and for the opportunity to bring this story to life.

Puppetry visual and musical storytelling.

Bespoke score performed live by a piano trio featuring haunting, yet whimsical music. Explore the fragile human mind and join Adelia on the journey we call life.

Animated Storyboard for composition, story and proposals.

Bibliography:
Grout, J, D. (1960) A History of Western Music.
Bryne, B. (2012) A Return to Childhood. United Kingdom: Aesthetica Magazine. Available at: https://aestheticamagazine.com/a-return-to-childhood/

We blocked out each scene per week. Toward the end of the week, we collaborated with the composers to convey key moments in the music.

Production Photos

Production Photos