Costume Collection (page 15)

Judi Dench playing the part of Isabella in Measure for Measure, by William Shakespeare. The production took place at The Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford Upon Avon. Picture taken 8th April 1962

Roy Wood, of the pop group Wizard, performing at The Cavern Club, Liverpool, Merseyside. The big hit song for Wizard in 1973 was See My Baby Jive. Picture taken 16th August 1973

Rats! That renowned rodent Roland Rat has run into trouble again. His Ratmobile broke down outside the Liverpool Empire where he is to star in the panto Dick Whittington

Harold Turlant (68 years) and Albert Wilkinson (51 years), from Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs which is on at the Liverpool Empire. 23rd December 1988

Ian Richardson as Oberon and Judi Dench as Titania in A Midsummer Nights Dream at The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford upon Avon. West Midlands. Picture taken 17th April 1962

Spandau Ballet perform at Rock Around The Dock, Liverpool, Merseyside. England Pictured is lead singer Tony Hadley Picture taken 31st July 1986

Children taking part in a Turnip Lantern Competition ahead of Halloween, proudly show their designs, Teesside, October 1976

Judi Dench (who plays Hermione) starring in A Winters Tale by William Shakespeare, at The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford-upon-Avon, England. A Winters Tale was directed by Trevor Nunn

The Sealed Knot Society re-enactment of the Battle of Edgehill at Kineton, Warwickshire. 25th August 1985

Mick Robertson, Douglas Rae and Jenny Hanley, the presenters of Thames Televisions childrens programme " Magpie", are back from Egypt

Mick Robertson, Jenny Hanley and Douglas Rae, the presenters of Thames Televisions childrens programme " Magpie", are back from Egypt

Tommy Steele as Tony Lumpkin in "She Stoops to Conquer"at the Old Vic
Tommy Steele as Tony Lumpkin in " She Stoops to Conquer" at the Old Vic. 2nd November 1960

Adrian Dannatt as "William"and Bonnie Langford as "Violet Elizabeth"
Adrian Dannatt as " William" and Bonnie Langford as " Violet Elizabeth" from the television series " Just William". 8th June 1977

Dress rehearsal for Palladium pantomime, "Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp"
Dress rehearsal for Palladium pantomime, " Aladdin and his Wonderful Lamp". Cliff Richard will play his first acting and singing role on the west end stage in the title role of Aladdin

The Sybil Marks Formation Team. Circa January 1968

At Bindles Ballroom, Barry, are the Sybil Marks Formation Team, who on 27th February will take part in the second round of the television series " Come Danicng" in Swansea

Sophia Loren taking a break during the filming of "The Millionairess"
Sophia Loren taking a break during the filming of " The Millionairess" at MGM film studios at Elstree. 13th July 1960

Actor Terence Stamp in his portrayal of Dracula. 27th July 1978

Elton John attends his 47th birthday party. 26th March 1994

Filming for the Val Doonican show on ITV taking place at Newgate Street, Hertfordshire. Bernard Cribbins is playing Dick Turpin in the sketch. 15th April 1971

Tim Jefferies arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Des O Connor and guest arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Janet Street Porter dressed as Wonder Woman arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Nanette Newman and Bryan Forbes arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Paul Gambaccini arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Kiki Dee arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Richard Curtis and Emma Freud arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Charlie Watts and guest arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Elton Johns mother, Sheila Farebrother, arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Paul McKenna and Claire Staples arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Chris Rea arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Janet Street Porter and Neil Tennant arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Elton John and David Furnish arriving at Eltons 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Jools Holland and wife arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Simone Silva (left) and Harriette Johns, actress stars of play Meet Mr. Callaghan at the Garrick Theatre in London, enjoy a day off at Brighton Beach in Sussex, Saturday 26th April 1952

Darth Vader paid a visit to Hinckley in August 1983. The character from Star Wars was at the Wightmans store to meet and greet people and sign autographs

Catweasel and Stoats, LWT Childrens television series, starring actor Geoffrey Bayldon as title character Catweasel, an eccentric 11th century wizard who accidentally travels through time to the year

16 year old Barry County Grammar school girl Wendy Windsor in the Lido at Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales. 17th May 1959

Roller skating champs, Middlesbrough. 1976

HRH The Princess of Wales, Princess Diana meets the cast of The Hong Kong Gala at The Barbican Centre in London. Picture taken 23rd January 1992

Filming the news series of The Onedin Line. Filming on location in Falmouth, the sets were dressed to give a Liverpool background

Jill Gascoine, stars as Dorothy Brock in the West End musical 42nd Street, which opened in April 1987 at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London

Ken Dodd, the nut of Knotty Ash, opens his one man show - Ha Ha - at the Playhouse Theatre, Liverpool. 3rd April 1973

Young Verity met some old friends from Wind in the Willows when she got a sneak preview of the grotto at Rackhams, Birmingham, West Midlands. November 1987

Planet of the Apes i Urko and Galan and friends (currently appearing at Chipperfields Curcus) called on the Queen at Buckingham Palace, to give a hand with the Changing of the Guard

Model, Felicity Devonshire, who is a keen Chaplin fan, pays tribute to Chaplin today when she dressed up as him. Charlie Chaplin receives his knighthood at Buckingham Palace from the Queen tomorrow

Pro Europe Women wearing traditional costumes ahead of referendum, pictured in Solihull, West Midlands, England, 31st May 1975

Actor Michael Newport, 16, is playing the part of Jim Hawkins in a new BBC production of Treasure Island. 1st November 1968

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"Unveiling the Timeless Artistry: A Journey through Costume" Step into a world of Gypsy Splendour as Laura Knight's brushstrokes bring Elsie on Hassan to life, adorned in vibrant and intricate garments. Marvel at the Gold mask of Tutankhamun, a mesmerizing relic from ancient Egypt that showcases the opulence and grandeur of their costume traditions. Transport yourself to Perranporth beach in 1922, where surfers donned their casual yet stylish attire, capturing the essence of summertime fashion. Travel back in time to Polperro in the 1860s-1870s, where four fishermen proudly display their rugged outfits, reflecting both practicality and tradition. Enter the realm of nostalgia with Sailor from 1955's Players Please collection; his uniform exudes charm and adventure on high seas. Witness the haunting presence of a Plague doctor from centuries past. This eerie costume serves as a reminder of humanity's struggle against disease throughout history. Indulge in laughter alongside Laurel and Hardy, whose timeless comedic genius is enhanced by their iconic costumes that have become synonymous with comedy itself. Experience chills down your spine as Lon Chaney Jr. Embodies The Wolfman's terrifying persona through his transformative costume design - an embodiment of horror cinema at its finest. Immerse yourself in living history during a Civil War re-enactment near Edgehill. Witness participants meticulously recreate period costumes, paying homage to those who lived through tumultuous times. Take a stroll through Victorian London captured beautifully in OP15919 photograph. The diverse array of costumes worn by individuals reflects societal norms and aspirations during this era. Celebrate American cowboy culture alongside Roy Rogers (1912-1998) as he poses elegantly with his beloved horse Trigger – an emblematic figure dressed impeccably for every rodeo performance. Costume transcends time and place; it tells stories woven within fabric, capturing the essence of individuals and eras.