Schools & Group Costume Projects

Costume & Character Support for Schools, Students & Group Events

From VCE Theatre Studies to Book Week and end‑of‑year celebrations, Costume Factory provides expert costume hire, styling and guidance for school and group projects of all sizes.

We work closely with teachers, students and parents to make the process simple, organised and stress‑free - all in store, with experienced costume specialists.

This service is available in‑store only.

Who This Service Is For

We support a wide range of education and group needs, including:

  • Primary & Secondary Schools

  • Drama & Theatre Studies Students (including VCE)

  • Teachers & Drama Coordinators

  • Dance Schools & Performing Arts Academies

  • Parents organising group costumes

  • Community & group events

If your project involves characters, themes or performance, we can help.

Types of Projects We Commonly Support

🎭 VCE Theatre Studies & Monologues

  • Character‑appropriate costumes

  • Period and contemporary looks

  • Wig hire and styling options

  • Guidance to support character interpretation

🎬 School Productions & Performances

  • Costume hire for plays, musicals and showcases

  • Support for multiple characters and cast sizes

  • Coordinated looks for consistency on stage

📚 Book Week & Literacy Events

  • Individual or class‑wide costume ideas

  • Popular characters and themes

  • Accessories and finishing touches available in store

🎓 School Muck‑Up Day & Group Themes

  • Group costume concepts

  • Advice on practical, wearable options

  • Last‑minute solutions when plans change

What We Provide

Our school and group services are designed to reduce stress and save time:

  • Costume hire for individuals or groups

  • Wig hire and professional wig styling

  • In‑store fittings and consultations

  • Character makeup options (by enquiry)

  • Expert advice from experienced costume staff

All fittings, selections and consultations take place in store so we can ensure the best outcome.

How the Process Works

  1. Enquire or visit us in store with your project details

  2. Discuss themes, characters and timelines with our team

  3. Attend fittings or consultations as required

  4. Collect costumes for your event or performance

  5. Return items as arranged

For larger groups or productions, we recommend contacting us early to ensure availability.

Planning a Larger Production?

If you are a theatre company, professional production or organisation requiring large‑scale theatrical costuming, please view our dedicated page:

Productions & Theatre Costuming →

Start Your School or Group Enquiry

To discuss your project, visit us in store or contact our team with the following details:

  • School or organisation name

  • Type of project or event

  • Approximate number of costumes required

  • Event or performance date

Our team will guide you through the next steps.

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Costume Factory - Melbourne’s specialists in costume hire, character styling and performance support.