Artist
Jose designs and creates hair and makeup for lead performers in theatre, opera and ballet for the stage, and his creations are showcased globally from London to Toronto and Tokyo.
Nicky Spence. Photograph: KJ Price for The Times (Monday November 08 2021). Make-up by Jose Rodriguez.
Jose is an experienced lead designer for several major West-End theatre shows in London, and his creations are showcased globally from London to Toronto and Tokyo.
He developed his theatre experience working on West-End productions with established West-End designers, assisting then supervising theatre shows before going on to establish and lead his own design teams.
Away from the stage, Jose creates and styles looks for international stars around the world. He works in film, television, and photoshoots internationally, and at fashion shows and private events. He is an experienced bridal stylist and stylist for private and public events, including music, theare, and television awards shows.
Main image: Kristine Opolais as Floria Tosca and Vittorio Grigolo as Mario Cavaradossi in Tosca, The Royal Opera © 2019 ROH. Photograph by Catherine Ashmore
Jonathan Kent's production of Puccini's Tosca, The Royal Opera Season 2018/19