Jon Morrell talks about the process for designing costumes for 'His Dark Materials', from his initial inspirations through to development and the final outfits.

Acting with the bear costume

Costumes are crucial to any production. They can be sewn from scratch, bought on the high street, or made by altering other clothes. In the National Theatre's Costume Department, a staff of designers, dyers, tailors and buyers work together to produce outfits for every character in every show.