This one-day, in-person workshop offers a clear and practical introduction to the Wardrobe department within theatre production.

Designed for complete beginners, students and early-career practitioners, the workshop demystifies how wardrobe works day-to-day, from rehearsals through to performance. The session focuses on real-world processes, expectations and working practices within a professional theatre wardrobe.

Across one full day, the workshop will cover:

• An overview of the Wardrobe department and how it fits within a theatre production
• The day-to-day responsibilities of the different roles within a Wardrobe department
• Understanding costume plots, tracking and paperwork
• Preparing costumes for rehearsals and performance
• Running wardrobe during shows, including quick changes
• Basic costume care, maintenance and repairs
• Working with cast, stage management and the wider costume team

This workshop is ideal for:

• Complete beginners curious about working in theatre wardrobe
• Students studying costume or performance-related courses
• Early-career practitioners looking to understand wardrobe roles
• Those considering wardrobe as a career path and wanting real-world insight

No prior wardrobe experience is required.

Spaces are kept small to allow for discussion, questions and hands-on learning. Advance booking is strongly recommended.