
Moses
Ramses
Tzipporah
Pharaoh Seti
Queen Tuya
Miriam
Aaron
Nefertari
Jethro
Hotep
Huy
Pharaoh’s household
Royal attendants
Court officials
High priest
Temple priest
Royal guards
Egyptian soldiers
Palace servants
Scribes
Artisans
Festival performers
Hebrew families
Slaves and labourers
Children
Workers
Elders
Men and women of the Hebrew community
Midianites
Nomads
Desert travellers
Tribal elders
Dancers
Festival company
Full-show costume hire from Thespis Theatrical Costumiers
“Trusted by schools and theatre companies across the UK, Ireland and Europe.”
Following numerous enquiries from theatre companies across the UK and Ireland, we are delighted to announce that The Prince of Egypt is now in development as the next major addition to the Thespis collection.
This promises to become one of our most ambitious costume projects to date.
Designed for schools, youth theatre, colleges and amateur productions, our aim is to create a spectacular full-show wardrobe worthy of one of the most visually breathtaking musicals ever staged.
The collection will take inspiration from the grandeur and scale associated with the original London production, while featuring the distinctive Thespis approach to historical detail, practical theatre design and character-led costuming.
Our Prince of Egypt collection will make its debut during the 2027 season.
The first productions will enjoy exclusive access to this brand-new collection, with the widest availability of costume sizes, accessories and delivery dates.
Register your interest now to give your production the best opportunity to become one of the first companies to bring this spectacular new collection to the stage.
The first gallery images will include:
Principal character costumes
Egyptian royal court costumes
Hebrew ensemble costumes
Priests and ceremonial garments
Military costumes and armour
Jewellery and accessories
Workshop progress photographs
Finished costume details
Please check back as the collection develops.
The Prince of Egypt is unlike any musical we have previously undertaken.
From the splendour of Pharaoh’s palace to the hardship of the Hebrew slaves, every scene requires a strong and immediate visual contrast.
Our team are researching the clothing, colours, textiles and ceremonial traditions associated with Ancient Egypt and the wider biblical world.
The collection will draw on:
Ancient Egyptian dress
Royal ceremonial clothing
Military uniforms and armour
Hebrew clothing
Priestly garments
Court officials
Workers and artisans
Desert travellers
Midianite clothing
Nomadic and tribal dress
Rich ceremonial textiles
Period jewellery and headwear
As always, our aim is to combine historical inspiration with practical theatrical design that performs beautifully under modern stage lighting.
Journey from the splendour of Ancient Egypt to the shores of the Red Sea in one of the most epic musicals ever written.
Raised together as brothers within the royal household of Pharaoh, Moses and Ramses grow up surrounded by wealth, power and privilege.
When Moses discovers his true identity as a Hebrew, he must choose between the life he has always known and the destiny that awaits him.
Featuring Stephen Schwartz’s soaring score, including When You Believe, The Prince of Egypt tells a timeless story of family, freedom, faith, courage and hope.
Our intention is to create a complete and visually consistent wardrobe for the entire production.
Moses
Ramses
Tzipporah
Pharaoh Seti
Queen Tuya
Miriam
Aaron
Nefertari
Jethro
Hotep
Huy
Pharaoh’s household
Royal attendants
Court officials
High priest
Temple priest
Royal guards
Egyptian soldiers
Palace servants
Scribes
Artisans
Festival performers
Hebrew families
Slaves and labourers
Children
Workers
Elders
Men and women of the Hebrew community
Midianites
Nomads
Desert travellers
Tribal elders
Dancers
Festival company
Footwear
Belts
Jewellery
Headwear
Armour
Military equipment
Staffs
Robes and ceremonial pieces
Accessories where appropriate
The final contents of this package may develop as the collection moves through the design and operational stages.
The royal splendour of Pharaoh’s court
Moses and Ramses as young princes
Egyptian military and ceremonial dress
Moses’ transformation from prince to exile
Tzipporah and the Midian community
The suffering of the Hebrew slaves
The priests and palace officials
The plagues and growing tension within Egypt
The Exodus
The crossing of the Red Sea
The final company scenes
These contrasting moments will help create a production with enormous visual range and emotional impact.
We do not intend simply to copy costumes already seen elsewhere.
Our collection will be informed by the visual scale of the original London production, but interpreted through the distinctive Thespis approach.
That means combining:
Historical research
Strong character silhouettes
Rich fabrics and textures
Stage-friendly construction
Practical costume changes
Durability for repeated performances
Comfort for adult and younger performers
Clear visual storytelling
Where appropriate, we will incorporate theatrical ideas and practical innovations developed through decades of supplying complete productions.
Every costume will be created with live performance in mind.
Strong visual impact under stage lighting
Practical movement for singing and dancing
Quick-change considerations
Durable construction
Comfortable fabrics where possible
Flexible sizing options
Suitable for large ensemble casts
Practical solutions for schools and youth theatre
The finished collection will be designed to look impressive from the auditorium while remaining manageable backstage.
Every theatre company has different requirements.
The collection is being developed with flexibility in mind and will be suitable for:
Adult productions
Youth theatre
Schools and colleges
Amateur dramatic societies
Operatic societies
Double-cast productions
Large ensemble casts
This flexibility will allow companies to retain the overall visual spectacle without making the wardrobe unnecessarily complicated.
Every Thespis production is supplied ready for your wardrobe team.
Costumes supplied on hangers
Named garment bags
Fully barcoded throughout
Pre-sorted by character
Pre-sorted by scene where appropriate
Accessories clearly identified
Ready to transfer directly onto your wardrobe rails
This saves many hours of sorting and preparation before your production.
Heavy-duty six-foot costume rails are also available to hire where required.
As the collection develops, the gallery will include:
Principal costumes
Ensemble costumes
Costume details
Accessories
Jewellery and headwear
Behind-the-scenes workshop photographs
Fitting photographs
Completed production images
Click on any image to open the full gallery once photographs become available.
We handle the logistics of full-show costume hire throughout the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe.
Delivered and collected by Thespis staff where possible
Costumes transported hanging on rails in our vans
Direct transfer from our rails onto yours
Modern ULEZ-compliant vehicles
Electric vehicles used where practical
Palletised delivery options for longer-distance productions
Specialist delivery arrangements for Northern Ireland and Ireland
Weekend and evening delivery or collection where possible
ATA Carnet and customs support for European productions where required
Our delivery arrangements are planned around rehearsal schedules, performance dates and venue access wherever possible.
Schools
Colleges
Youth theatre groups
Amateur dramatic societies
Operatic societies
Community theatre groups
Large ensemble productions
Adult and mixed-age casts
Thespis specialises in complete costume packages rather than isolated individual garments.
Complete full-show presentation
Consistent visual style across the cast
Costumes adjusted where required
Named garment bags
Fully barcoded costumes
Character and scene sorting
Footwear included where required
Practical backstage solutions
Experienced delivery and collection team
Personal support from enquiry to return
We take the hard work out of wardrobe management so your company can concentrate on creating an unforgettable production.
Whether you're planning a school production, youth theatre performance or large-scale amateur musical, we'd be delighted to discuss your plans.
Complete the contact form below with your proposed performance dates, approximate cast size and location, and we'll prepare a personalised quotation together with availability advice.
If your dates aren't yet confirmed, don't worry—we're happy to provide an initial quotation and discuss the options available.
Complete the contact form below today and let us help bring your production of The Prince of Egypt to life.
We would be delighted to hear about your production plans.
When contacting us, please include:
Group or school name
Production location
Proposed performance dates
Approximate cast size
Age range of performers
Whether the production is single or double cast
The final date you would require the costumes
Our standard hire period is 10 calendar days, including weekends and Bank Holidays.
Need the costumes for longer? Simply let us know when completing the enquiry form and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.
Even provisional information is helpful at this early stage.
The collection is currently in development and is planned for the 2027 production season.
Companies considering staging The Prince of Egypt are welcome to register their interest now. We'll keep you updated as the collection progresses and let you know when bookings officially open.
Absolutely.
Many companies contact us before licences are released or venues are confirmed.
Even if your performance dates, cast size or venue are still provisional, we recommend registering your interest as early as possible. We'll also advise you of any known booking clashes that may affect your preferred dates.
No.
Registering your interest is completely free and carries no obligation whatsoever.
It simply allows us to keep you informed as the collection develops and helps us plan production levels.
Our collection will take inspiration from the scale, richness and visual impact associated with the acclaimed London production.
Rather than creating replicas, we are developing a distinctive Thespis interpretation that combines historical research, practical theatre design and solutions developed specifically for schools, youth theatre and amateur companies.
Yes.
The collection is being designed for adult companies, schools, colleges and youth theatre groups.
Where appropriate, costumes will be practical, durable and comfortable while maintaining the overall visual impact of the production.
Yes.
As with our other full-show costume collections, our intention is to supply a comprehensive package including footwear, belts, jewellery, headwear, staffs, armour and other accessories where appropriate.
The final contents will be confirmed as the collection develops.
Yes.
Large ensemble productions are one of our specialities.
Our collections are designed to accommodate productions of varying sizes, and larger casts can often benefit from discounted package pricing compared with hiring additional costumes individually.
Please let us know your approximate cast size when making your enquiry so we can prepare the most suitable quotation.
Generally, no.
Thespis specialises in complete full-show costume hire rather than supplying individual costumes.
This ensures visual consistency across the entire production and allows us to maintain the high standards our customers expect.
Unfortunately, we are unable to cherry-pick individual costumes from complete collections, particularly during busy production periods.
Every production is supplied ready for your wardrobe team.
Costumes arrive:
Named in individual garment bags
On hangers
Fully barcoded
Pre-sorted by character
Pre-sorted by scene where appropriate
Simply transfer them onto your wardrobe rails and you're ready to begin.
Yes.
We regularly deliver throughout:
England
Scotland
Wales
Northern Ireland
Republic of Ireland
We also offer palletised delivery where appropriate for longer-distance productions.
Yes.
We regularly supply productions across mainland Europe.
Where required, we can arrange ATA Carnet documentation and other customs paperwork to make the process as straightforward as possible.
Where availability allows, yes.
Weekend and evening deliveries or collections can often be arranged to fit around your rehearsal schedule or theatre availability.
Please mention this when making your enquiry and we'll always do our best to help.
We offer several payment options, including bank transfer and PayPal.
If you prefer to pay by PayPal, simply let us know and we'll provide a secure payment link.
Photographs will be added progressively as principal costumes, ensemble costumes and accessories are completed.
Companies who register their interest will be among the first to receive updates and be notified when new images are added to the website.
All Thespis costume collections are supplied on a 10 calendar day hire, including weekends and Bank Holidays.
This gives most productions ample time for delivery, technical rehearsals, performances and collection.
Need the costumes for longer? Just let us know when completing the enquiry form, and we'll be happy to discuss the options available.
I also thought of another FAQ that fits perfectly with the Thespis way of working:
To prepare an accurate quotation, it's helpful if you can include:
Group or school name
Production venue and location
Performance dates
Approximate cast size
Age range of performers
Whether your production is single or double cast
The final date you require the costumes
The more information you can provide, the more accurately we can tailor your quotation and advise on availability.
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