The Victorian Lady - 1860s and the Civil War Featuring Kandie Carle

Press Release from Massetti, Kristen, Enfield Public Libraries, kmassetti@enfield.org:

Travel through time as Kandie Carle presents, The Victorian Lady – 1860s and the Civil War, at the Enfield Public Library on Wednesday, July 13^th at 7 p.m.

Kandie Carle created The Victorian Lady as a one-woman show in 1996.  She has shared her passion for history with audiences at venues all over the United States, from universities and churches, to historical societies and private organizations, including CT’s own Mark Twain House in Hartford, CT.The presentation is not a fashion show; rather, Ms. Carle takes her audience on a journey of discovery by using clothing and accessories as a tool.  She dresses in layer upon layer of the clothing for the chosen period (1860s, 1890s, or early 1900s).  As each piece is added, she explains how it was worn, as well as when and where it was appropriate.  Ms. Carle has assembled a vast collection of authentic Victorian and Edwardian clothing and accessories dating from the mid-nineteenth century to the turn of the twentieth century.  Also an accomplished seamstress, she recreates pieces from actual designs and patterns of the Civil War, Victorian and Edwardian periods. Throughout the presentation she shares insights into the clothing, lifestyle, manners, and etiquette of men, women, and children.  Included are interesting anecdotes and “myth busting.”  The performance is full of audience interaction, and is geared toward whoever is in attendance, ages 8 to 110!Kandie Carle lives in East Haddam, CT and does a variety of acting and theatre events throughout the area, including vintage dancing demonstrations, and show-and-tell lectures on Regency Era clothing in historical fiction.  Ms. Carle has been working in the theatre since 1980 as an actress, dancer, and singer throughout the US and abroad.  Her performance resume covers the spectrum from Shakespeare to musical comedy.  With over 30 years experience on stage and more than 20 years research in social history and fashion, along with humor and grace, Ms. Carle shares her love of these eras with her audiences.

All programs at the Enfield Public Library are free and all are welcome.  To register for this program please visit the Circulation Desk or call 860-763-7512.  For more information on upcoming programs please visit our website:  www.enfieldpubliclibrary.org.