Maya Khandelwal

Shrek The Musical

• Designed and executed costumes, hair, makeup, and SFX for two casts of 19 actors.
• Created 62 character costumes per cast, supporting differentiation and scene changes.
• Remained a gendered musical for an all-female cast while preserving clarity and integrity.
• Developed cohesive visual designs aligning with the director's vision across both productions.
• Applied theatrical hair, makeup, and SFX, including aging effects and fantasy textures.
• Sourced, altered, and organized costumes ensuring durability and quick-change functionality.
• Managed fittings, backstage organization, and live performance costume transitions efficiently.

Steel Magnolias

• Independently designed and executed costumes, hair, and makeup for six-person female cast.
• Created character-driven, 1980s-inspired looks reflecting personality, status, and emotional arcs.
• Developed cohesive visual design aligned with period accuracy and directorial vision.
• Sourced, styled, and coordinated wardrobe pieces emphasizing bold 80s aesthetics.
• Applied era-specific hair and makeup for each character using strong period styling choices.
• Managed fittings, styling continuity, and backstage organization during rehearsals and performances.