EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles

Welcome to ‘EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles‘, a show created by Free Spirit showcasing the art of Avant-Garde and Fairytale costume design.

EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles is an enchanting journey into the enchanting world of avant-garde couture and fairy tales. Embark on an unforgettable odyssey where imagination meets reality and creativity knows no bounds. In this spectacular spectacle, the beauty of costume design comes to life as we unveil the breathtaking creations of visionary designers from around the world. Each costume is a work of art, meticulously crafted to transport you into stunning realms, each more captivating than the last.

Prepare to be captivated by this dreamlike theatrical experience, seamlessly blending with live music, mesmerizing dance performances, intricate choreography, and the art of costume. ‘EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles’ is a celebration of boundless innovation, originality, and creativity made possible by the collaborative efforts of hundreds of talented artists. From the visionary minds of costume designers to the graceful movements of models, from the evocative melodies of composers to the dynamic energy of dancers, every element of this extraordinary production converges to create an immersive experience like no other.

EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles brings together 30 exceptionally talented costume designers from all corners of the globe, each creating and presenting a unique costume during the show. These visionary artists bring their personal touch to each creation, blending innovation and magic to bring breathtaking couture pieces to life. Each costume is an expression of their boundless imagination and expert craftsmanship, capturing the very essence of wonder and escape.

Immerse yourself in a soulful escape with ‘EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles‘, where every moment of the spectacle is an invitation to a dreamlike journey into a magical world of enchanting costumes. In this immersive experience, spectators are transported beyond the boundaries of the ordinary to explore realms of boundless creativity and pure wonder. Each costume presented tells a unique story, capturing the imagination and awakening the senses with its exquisite details and stunning aesthetics. As enchanting music and captivating stage performances unfold before your eyes, you will find yourself immersed in a world where reality and dream blend, offering an unforgettable sensory escape. ‘EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles’ promises an experience that transcends mere spectacle to become a true adventure for the soul, where each spectator is invited to explore the depths of their own imagination and discover the magic within them.

COSTUME DESIGNERS: Are you a talented and experienced costume designer, looking for an opportunity to showcase your boldest and most innovative creations? Join us in the adventure of ‘EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles’! We invite Costume Designers from all corners of the globe to submit their proposals for Avant-garde, Fairytales, or a fusion of both.

MODELS, DANCERS, MAKEUP ARTISTS: ‘EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles’ combines multiple talents, so don’t hesitate to contact us to participate in this magnificent adventure.

EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles is part of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030. The UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration is a rallying call for the protection and revival of ecosystems all around the world, for the benefit of people and nature. It aims to halt the degradation of ecosystems, and restore them to achieve global goals. Only with healthy ecosystems can we enhance people’s livelihoods, counteract climate change, and stop the collapse of biodiversity.

Thierry Lucas

Senior Policy Expert in the United Nations Environment Programme’s Brussels Office

Thierry Lucas, a French national, is an expert in European and international policy on environment and sustainable development. He is a Senior Policy Expert in the United Nations Environment Programme’s (UNEP) Brussels Office, working on a variety of topics including biodiversity and ecosystems management in the context of the partnership-building between UNEP and the EU institutions, and key EU stakeholders in Brussels. He was also the coordinator of the global Ad Hoc Open-ended Expert Group on marine litter and microplastics. Mr Lucas has over 25 years of technical and management experience with the UN, including expertise in Africa and Asia. Before working for UN Environment Programme, Mr. Lucas was the project manager of an adolescent health programme in Asia of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).

We are honored to welcome the designer Fraise au Loup as a special guest at ‘EMAJINARIUM – Costume Chronicles’. Her exceptional talent has led her to collaborate with entertainment giants such as Netflix, TF1, the renowned hairstylist Raphel Poirier, La Barbière de Paris, Miss France, as well as cinema and live entertainment. Fraise au Loup’s creations are distinguished by their avant-garde beauty and unique style. Each piece is the result of meticulous work and special attention to detail. Fraise au Loup’s creations leave a lasting impression with their originality, daring, and ability to capture the imagination.

La Seine Musicale is a music and performing arts center located on Île Seguin an island on the Seine river between Boulogne-Billancourt and Sèvres, in the western suburbs of Paris, France.

The facilities include an elevated egg-shaped theater-in-the-round mostly for classical music. Much of the site’s daytime energy needs are supplied by a large mobile curved solar panel array that covers the smaller auditorium. From the fourth floor, there is an all-round view of the surroundings.

A globe-shaped observation deck, made of glass and timber laminated lattice, sits atop the concrete hull and around it slides a ‘solar sail,’ composed of 470 photovoltaic panels, which tracks the sun across the sky and maximizes the generation of clean energy.

The construction of La Seine Musicale simultaneously represents a return to the halcyon days of the Belle Époque and an embrace of Paris’ future, thanks to the building’s innovative and ecologically minded design. The pair responsible for this were the Japanese architect Shigeru Ban, the 2014 winner of the Pritzker Architecture Prize, and his French colleague Jean de Gastines.

Inside, the heaviness of the concrete and technological bravura gives way to a more organic style, characterized by open spaces and intricate woodwork.