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Addams Family Ensemble Costume Info Sheet
Hey Spark Theatre Ensemble! We are so incredibly excited to create this spooky, kooky, and magical show with you. Bringing the world of the Addams Family to life is a team effort, and we want you to feel confident and amazing in your character's look.
To help make this process super smooth, we’ve put together a step-by-step guide and important dates. Please read through carefully—and remember, we are here for you every single step of the way!
THE BEST NEWS FIRST!
No Costume Fee! We are completely waiving the costume fee for this production.
Let’s Double-Check First: To save your budget and make sure your pieces are perfect for the stage, please send us ALL links or details before you hit "buy." We’ll give you the green light!
DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR
Sept 18th OR Oct 3rd – Makeup Tutorials
What to do: You are required to attend one of these fun sessions!
Prep: Please purchase the specific makeup set we send out before your tutorial. You can also head over to our website for awesome "How-To" resources!
October 3rd – BASE Costume Due
What this is: This is your foundation! Think bottom layers and larger pieces like shirts, pants, skirts, dresses, coats, capes, and corsets.
October 24th – FINAL Costume Due
What this is: Your show-ready look! This includes your approved base pieces plus all the fun final details and accessories.
YOUR 6 EASY STEPS TO COMPLETION
Saturday, Sept 5th: See Mrs. Beth to get your assigned character and fill out your required costume form. We can't wait to see who you'll be playing!
Get Inspired: Send in or collaborate with Mrs. Beth on a fun vision board, ideas, or pictures so we can approve the general vibe.
Go Hunting: Start thrifting, ordering, or borrowing your approved pieces.
Show Us Your Base: Snap a picture of yourself wearing your base costume and text/send it to Mrs. Beth at [Insert Text/Contact Info Here].
Team Check-In: Check back for friendly feedback from the costume department on your base pieces and any accessories you might still need.
The Grand Finale: Send in a final photo of you in your complete costume for ultimate final approval!
WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU!
Please do not stress about costumes! Theater is all about community, and we have your back. Reach out whenever you need us.
Here is how we can help:
✨ We can brainstorm and hunt for cool inspiration pictures with you.
✨ We can dig through our theater storage unit to see if we have pieces you can borrow for free.
✨ We can teach you cool "how-to" tricks for dying fabrics or making clothes look safely aged and old.
✨ We can suggest the perfect accessories to make your outfit pop.
✨ We can help you figure out sizing and measurements.
We absolutely love working with you and can't wait to make this show beautifully macabre together! 🖤
Ancestor Ideas:
1950s Girl
1960s Mod Girl
Amelia Earhart
Ballerina
Caveman
Cheerleader
Conquistador
Cowboy
Creepy Child
Flapper
Flight Attendant
Grecian
Hippie
Hollywood Starlet
Joan of Arc
Napoleon
Nurse
Dickensian Character
Pirate Girl
Pirate Man
Rococo Lady
Salem Witch
Southern Belle
Saloon Girl
Soldier
Suffragette
Viking
Prisoner
Mad Scientist
Pilgrim – Male
Pilgrim – Female
Wizard
Knight
Gangster
Clown
Roman Soldier
William Shakespeare
Rockstar
Medieval Lady
Baroque Composer
1980s Person
Court Jester
Butler
Explorer
French Aristocrat
Vaudeville Performer
Circus Performer
Maid
1890s Character
Can-Can Dancer
Fortune Teller
Mountain Man
Newsie
1950s Housewife
Charlie Chaplin
Annie Oakley
George Washington
Betsy Ross
Cleopatra
Vincent van Gogh
Albert Einstein
Babe Ruth
