originally published: 10/01/2025
(MADISON, NJ) -- Back by popular demand, The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey is once again opening its doors to the public for a special sale of costumes and props from its storied productions. The Costume and Prop Sale will take place on Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 10:00am – 4:00pm at the Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory in Florham Park.
Beloved by patrons, collectors, and community like, the sale offers a rare chance to take home a piece of theatre magic. From elaborate period gowns and whimsical hats to handcrafted set pieces and unique stage props, the event features treasures from past performances that are as functional as they are full of history. Many items are one-of-a-kind, making this sale a must-visit for theatre enthusiasts, educators, costume lovers, and anyone seeking something truly unique.
Admission is free, and items will be priced to suit a variety of budgets. Proceeds support the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's artistic and educational programming, helping the Theatre continue to produce impactful performances for the community.
The Costume and Prop Sale takes place Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 10:00am – 4:00pm at the Thomas H. Kean Theatre Factory (3 Vreeland Road) in Florham Park, New Jersey.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey (STNJ) is one of the leading Shakespeare theatres in the nation, serving approximately 75,000 adults and children annually. It is New Jersey's largest professional theatre company dedicated to Shakespeare's canon and other classic masterworks. Through its productions and education programs the company strives to illuminate the universal and lasting relevance of the classics for contemporary audiences.
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's programs are made possible, in part, by funding from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a partner agency of the National Endowment for the Arts. Additional major support is received from the F.M. Kirby Foundation, The Shubert Foundation, The Edward T. Cone Foundation, The Blanche and Irving Laurie Foundation, Carnegie Corporation of New York, CTW Foundation, The Samuel H. Scripps Foundation, Union Foundation, E.J. Grassmann Trust, Hyde, and Watson Foundation, Jack K. Ayre and Frank Ayre Lee Theatre Foundation, The John R. Eckel Jr. Foundation, Turrell Fund, The Merrill G. and Emita E. Hastings Foundation, and the Howard Gilman Foundation, as well as contributions from numerous other foundations, corporations, government agencies, and individuals.
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