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More of my work from live shows!

Christmas at Country Tonite!

Testimonial from Susan Gentry

I met Cody when he auditioned for our show in 2002. As a dancer, he drew the audience to him - making his steps seem effortless. In 2005 he made the leap off the stage and became our costume designer. That's when we noticed the difference in our cast ...the fit, the feel and the balance of color and style to each song in our show. Now they can't wait to see what he's going to come up with! I've seen him take a piece of plain material and turn it into a stunning costume fit for Broadway. We are very proud of his versatility and respect his desire to branch out ... knowing his heart is here with us - but his designs are universal

Susan Gentry
Office Manager
Country Tonite Theatre
Pigeon Forge, TN

Testimonial from Lynn Mendro

I had the pleasure of working with Cody fall of 2007 for the production of "Country Tonite" in Branson, Missouri. Cody had less than six weeks to design and create approximately two hundred costumes. He not only delivered on time, with a great team effort of his work force in Tennessee, but the costumes were innovated, slightly edgy, and fabulous.

Cody is very creative; using various products, like spray paint, to enhance the look of costumes. He also has a great knowledge of color and how stage lighting will effect fabric colors. He made all the performers look stunning.

I enjoyed the working relationship we had and look forward to working with Cody again.

Lynn E. Mendro
Wardrobe supervisor
The Mansion Entertainment and Media Center
Branson, MO.

Resume

Designs by Cody

Cody Ratliff– Costumer/Clothier

715 Sundial Lane

Seymour, TN 37865

(865) 654-9237

designsbycody@ yahoo.com

designsbycody.blogspot.com

Born in Illinois, I have 25 years experience in theater dancing, competition, costume design and hair/makeup design.

I have been employed by Country Tonite Theatre Pigeon Forge as Costume Designer/Supervisor since March 2003. My duties include:

* Sketching initial concept ideas for costume

(based on type of production, producer/director requests and budget constraints)

* Creating patterns for designs (based on individual performers body needs)

* Obtaining fabrics/materials necessary for proper “movement” and “flow” desired

* Assembling, sewing and embellishing costume for maximum wear-ability and visibility

* Maintaining costumes – including repairs and any updates or changes deemed necessary (i.e. embellishment, color change, size change)

* Completing ensemble with proper hairstyle, makeup and accessories

(includes assisting lighting designer with color scrolls to enhance stage presence)

CLIENTELE

Tailored, designed and implemented specific wardrobes for the following individuals and productions :

Toby Keith - band member - Country Music Entertainer

Mila Mason - Country Music Entertainer

Andy Williams Show - Branson, MO

Dino Kartsonakis Show - Branson, MO

Mel Tillis Show - Branson, MO

Silver Dollar City - Branson, MO

Country Tonite Show - Branson, MO

Country Tonite Show - Pigeon Forge, TN

Blackbear Jamboree - Pigeon Forge, TN

Aida - Broadway Musical

Milkmen - Hersey Park, PA

American Big Band Show - Touring Show

Puttin’ on the Hitz - Touring Show

Wild Country - Hersey Park, PA

Terry Evanswood’s

Magic Beyond Belief - Pigeon Forge, TN

Miss International Pagent - Chicago, IL

Terry Evanswood’s

The Magic of Christmas -Pigeon Forge, TN

Blog Debut!

Welcome to my blog! This is the place where I get to show all the latest designs I'm working on and share some personal projects as well! Here are some shots from my latest photo shoot with Libby. Check out her work at Elizabeth O'Neill Photography.