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The History of Theatre Costume

This talk by Dr Helen Walter looks at some of the crazier moments in Theatre costume and reminds us ' anything goes'

In an age where Wuthering Heights and Bridgerton are making headlines for breaking all sorts of rules when it comes to Theatre Costume, are they really as outlandish as they seem?

Explore with us some of the craziest moments in the history of Theatre costume.

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Blandford Fashion Museum

Lime Tree House

11 The Plocks

Blandford Forum

DT11 7AA

01258 453006                                                          

Charity Number (Cavalcade of Costume Ltd): 1052471

Opening Times

Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

10am-4.30pm (last entry 4pm)

Closed 1st December 2025 - 14th February 2026

Entry Charges

Adults – £6.00
Seniors (60+) – £5.00
Students (16+) – £4.00           

Children under 16 – Free
Friends of the Museum – Free       

Essential Carer – Free

Please note that under 16s must be accompanied by a fee paying adult

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