The Costume Workshop offers instructional books, patterns, videos and supplies for those interested in increasing their knowledge in costuming and millinery construction.  Several of the books were penned by Bonnie Holt Ambrose, owner of Performing Arts Supply, Co, one of the largest costume and theatrical supply houses on the Gulf Coast.  Performing Arts and Bonnie's staff service over 225 shows per year, creating costumes built in the "Broadway Style" with multiple layers and stays for durability and authenticity in mind.  In a recent article in the Houston Chronicle,  the costume workshop was described as "one of the crucial hidden assets of Houston's performing arts scene." 

Search our site for beautiful costume books, detailed patterns, hard-to find corset and millinery supplies, as well as videos that illustrate shortcuts and tips learned over 30 years in the theatrical costuming business. 

If you need costumes designed or built for a specific show that your are staging, see "Custom Shows", to view a few examples from the Houston Gilbert and Sullivan Societies' operas.

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