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Thomas John Bernard is a Professor specializing in Costume Design and Technology at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly). He has over nineteen years of university teaching experience and extensive theater industry involvement, including roles as a Mainstage Costume Designer. His work spans national tours and renowned theaters such as the Utah Shakespearean Festival and The Guthrie Theater.
Education:
- MFA in Costume Design and Technology, Northern Illinois University
- B.A. in Theater, University of Minnesota-Minneapolis
Research Interests: Focuses on historical patterning and reconstruction of 17th and 18th century clothing, collaborating with institutions like the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA). His expertise bridges practical design, technical theater, and historical accuracy.
Awards:
- National recognition from the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival for design and draping work.
Professional Engagement: Active member of the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) since 1993, contributing to regional and national committees. His recent projects include draping for Shakespearean plays and designing modern theatrical productions at Cal Poly.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with academic and cultural institutions on historical costume reconstruction and theater technology initiatives.
