Malthouse Costumes

08/04/2025

Our friends in the drama school are plotting...

Head of School Dan is not just eating noodles, but also thinking about the winter holidays. Would you be interested in a holiday programme from Malthouse Drama?

26/02/2025

This Friday, Feb 28th will be our final day of trading as a drop in retail store.

We will be open for our usual hours on Friday, and then will be moving to a by-appointment only business model.

While we are disappointed that this is where we find ourselves, we wish to once again thank our loyal customers, who have supported us throughout the years.

We hope to still be able to do so through our new model.

The evolution of what a ‘costume’ entails has undergone a considerable reimagining over the last decade, and one that does not reward craftsmanship, quality of materials, durability, reusability, or the fair use of local labour. Unfortunately, these are all traits that as costumiers we value the most.

We will continue to do our best to operate by these values as we transition to and test this new model. It won’t be perfect in the beginning. We thank you in advance for your patience.

As of close of business this Friday 6pm, please forward all costume enquiries via email to:
[email protected]

20/02/2025

Sale kicks off at 11am tomorrow! Don't leave this too late!

16/02/2025

Will we be seeing you this Friday or Saturday?

03/02/2025

Important Update: Changes to Malthouse Costume Hire Operations
Malthouse Costume Hire will shortly transition to a new operational model, after proudly serving Christchurch public and commercial hirers since 1985 as the city’s finest bespoke costume hire business. As of February 28th the business will no longer operate as a drop-in retail store.

Instead, the Malthouse Costume Hire will operate on an appointment-only basis, allowing the business to continue for commercial and group hirers.

We are sad to be making this momentous decision which reflects changes in demand for the bespoke costume hire we have offered. While we know it will come as a disappointment to our many loyal customers who have cherished the ability to drop in and hire, we remain committed to meeting costume needs for groups by appointment.

To mark this significant transition, this year’s Malthouse Costumes Annual Sale, held on February 21st and 22nd, will be especially notable. A large amount of stock will be cleared during this sale—an incredible opportunity for customers to take home unique pieces from our extensive collection.

Please note that other activities at The Malthouse will remain unaffected:

Canterbury Children's Theatre continues as usual, providing ongoing live theatre for children in the school holidays.

The Malthouse Drama School is thriving, offering exceptional programmes and fostering the next generation of performers.

We deeply value the support of our customers and community over the decades and look forward to continuing to serve you in this new capacity.

To schedule a costume-hire appointment or enquire further, please contact via email [email protected].

29/12/2024

Hope you have all had a great break! We'll be back on Jan 13th with all the best costumes in Christchurch.

28/10/2024

Whether you're a person looking for a monster costume, or a monster looking for a person costume, we have a huge range of incredible options for your halloween event.

In the build up to Halloween we're open Tue, Thurs 12 - 6. Pop in and have browse, or if you're after something specific, give us a call in those hours and we can let you know if we have it.

26/09/2024

Enrollments for term four at The Malthouse Drama School are now open. This term all of the skills of drama will be combined into a mini-production. Places are filling fast so book your child's place now at malthouse.co.nz

16/09/2024

So we can keep offering the same level of quality and service that you expect we have had to adjust our opening hours for the remainder of 2024. Apologies for any inconvenience, and thank you for your ongoing custom and support of Christchurch's bespoke, boutique, and humbly best, costume house.

09/06/2024

Looking forward to all you lip-sync stars and fans popping in for a new costume!

Ho ho ho....how are those costumes coming along?? We're well and truly on the countdown to Saturday 15 June now! Our performers are training hard and looking forward to putting on another epic show. SOOOO have you got your costumes sorted??

Our friends at Malthouse Costumes are ready to assist with all your Midwinter Christmas dress-up needs!

Malthouse Costume hours:
MON – FRI :: 12pm through 6pm
SATURDAY :: 11am through 4pm
Closed Sunday
https://malthousecostumes.co.nz/