The Internet has a wealth of resources for costume and scene designers.

After looking at these resources, what sort of picture do you have of the theatrical design and technical community? How are these professionals different from performers? How are they similar? What are their concerns? How do designers find work? How are design resources different from the resources a producer or director would need? How are they similar? Looking at the professional organizations, answer the following: What are the differences between IATSE and ICG? How is IATSE similar to Actors’ Equity Association?

International Costumers’ Guild, Inc., ICG
	A worldwide organization of costume professionals and hobbyists. Links to costume resources, events, and area chapters. ( http://www.costume.org )

U.S. Institute for Theater Technology
	USITT is an association of theater technology professionals. ( http://www.usitt.org )

IATSE
	The labor union representing technicians, artisans, and craftspersons in the entertainment industry. ( http://www.iatse-intl.org/splash.html )

Glossary of Technical Theatre Terms
	This is a list of technical theater terms, based on usage in the United Kingdom. ( http://www.theatrecrafts.com/glossary/glossary.html )

Costumers Manifesto
	Includes photos, renderings, history, and information on costuming. Extensive links to other costuming collections. ( http://www.costumes.org )