Cover photo by Bozhin Karaivanov on Unsplash
Written by Vicky Mejia
Still deciding what costume to wear for Halloween? Here’s a list of ideas we’ve been brewing in our cauldron this season. *Cue the wolves howling at the moon and the hoot of the owls in the forest.* Our creative stew is just right for you; for friends old and new!
Inspired by recent Goodman productions and collaborations, here are 5 costumes to bring out your best—not basic—style for Halloween 2024. If you dare, tag us on social for a ghastly reshare!
Photo courtesy of The Magic Parlour
Here’s another use to that cocktail attire suit you bought for that ONE party and have kept in your closet ever since! All you need is a handy deck of cards and a few magic tricks to entertain the masses this Halloween. Need some inspiration? Check out Dennis Watkin’s The Magic Parlour—new dates just announced for 2025!
Photo by Liz Lauren
Dress as Penelope with flowy, colorful, sky blue gown, golden jewelry, and sandals, or as one of her 12 faithful maids with earth-toned garments. Bonus points if you fix your hair in a creative updo.
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil
Photos by Liz Lauren
Embrace the pomp and spotlight like the one-and-only Lady Chablis with your most sparkly and gala-inspired attire. Perhaps you’d like to take a more #BusinessCasual approach with a stylish suit like Jim Williams. Or maybe, you can put that thrifted vintage dress to use and be southern belle Emma Dawes. Ready to get into character?
Photo by Liz Lauren
Charm your way into getting more candy by dressing as Prince Tamino, Princess Tamina, or Sarastro. #Regalcore not your vibe? Mirror the maleficent Queen of the Night with black attire and ghostly makeup. Now if you really want to be creative, get crafty and paper mâché your way into becoming Papageno or the friendly critters of the forest.
Photo by Liz Lauren
You never know when you might stumble upon a local tiki bar like Corinna. A Hawaiian shirt, lei, and a pineapple headdress will make sure you fit right in. Don’t forget to have a mai tai (or two) in hand!
Oh, and if you’re looking for Halloween plans, there’s still time to watch the newly extended Primary Trust on stage until November 3!
Vicky Mejia is the Digital Marketing Associate at Goodman Theatre
