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Griffin MSI is excited to announce Crafting Character: The Costumes of Paul Tazewell! This is the first-ever exhibition dedicated to the work of the visionary, award-winning costume designer behind the iconic looks from Hamilton, Wicked and West Side Story, among many others. This deeply inspiring and immersive exhibition takes you through Paul Tazewell’s creative journey to experience his artistry up close with costumes like Glinda’s pink bubble dress from Wicked, King George III’s regal suit from Hamilton and Janelle Monáe’s show-stopping MET Gala ensembles. Step inside the creative world of Paul Tazewell, exploring his masterpieces in combination with his narration and video, photos and sketches, to discover how imagination becomes reality. Crafting Character: The Costumes of Paul Tazewell opens in Griffin Studio on Jan. 19, 2026, and is included with General Admission. Photo credits: 1. Daniel Boud, Sydney Morning Herald 2. WEST SIDE STORY ©2021 20th Century Studios, Inc. All rights reserved 3 and 4. HAMILTON National Tour - (c) Joan Marcus 2024