costumes

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According to Reveles, Simmon would often disguise himself whenever he ventured outside the home, wearing elaborate costumes ranging from clown outfits to women’s clothing in an effort to avoid public attention.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

Many costumes were made especially for the cast while others were purchased from vintage stores.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

All are what you might call lo-fi or DIY indie musicals: little to nothing in the way of fancy costumes, choreographed dances, glamor, splash, fantasy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

In the weeks leading to Thursday, Colbert auctioned off a raft of props and costumes featured on the show, as well as pieces of set including a giant illuminated sign.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

This time, when Heidi asked her question, Mrs. Brisbane said, “We will have our lessons this morning. After lunch, you may put on your costumes and we’ll start the party.”

From "The World According to Humphrey" by Betty G. Birney