General +

Can I make changes to a rented item?

Our rentals are self service, so after your initial tour of our inventory you are expected to provide anything you may need to move or transport costume or props, especially large furniture. Some of our props storage spaces are more difficult to navigate, and sometimes props can be heavy, so please anticipate the manpower and/or supplies that you will need for your visit.

I didn’t need all my costumes. Can I return the unused ones?

Any unused costume pieces returned with tags still attached within a week of their rental beginning will be removed from the invoice and replaced with a 15% restocking fee. All costume pieces in the care of the renter after.this time will be charged at full price.

Can I make changes to a rented item?

Props and furniture cannot be permanently altered in any way (including painting, changing hardware, reupholstering, or distressing) without the written permission of the Rentals Manager. Costumes may be altered temporarily using sewn methods that do not harm the garments (NO SAFETY PINS) and alterations must be removed before returning the pieces. Props or costumes that are returned with alterations may be subject to replacement or repair fees. Because many of our pieces are custom made the replacement fee of an item may be up to 10 times the rental fee of that item.

What is the length of rental?

All costumes and props rentals are 6 weeks.

Can I reserve items?

No. Rentals are first come, first serve, and any piece's availability is subject to the needs of the Nashville Rep’s current season. Some exceptions may be made for seasonal items.

Services and Custom +

Do I need to dry clean the costumes?

Dry cleaning and laundering can be completed either by the renter or Nashville Rep. There will be a 15% cleaning fee added to the order price for all costume items that need to be cleaned by Nashville Rep. An additional week of processing time will be provided for renters opting to dry clean and launder their rental. Self cleaning should be discussed with the Rentals Manager beforehand, and laundering should be completed using only unscented, free and clear detergent and dryer sheets.

Can I rent a costume for personal use?

We rent to individuals on a case by case basis, please reach out to our Rentals Manager if you have any specific questions: rentals@nashvillerep.org

Can you choose the costumes for my show and cast?

Yes! If you provide visual research, measurements, and sufficient lead time we can pull costumes based on that information and have them ready for pick-up or shipping upon your approval. There is an additional fee of 20% of the total rental cost, plus shipping costs for this service.

Can you build custom props or sets?

Depending on our production schedule and personnel availability we may be able to build something for you. Pricing will be based on type of labor, materials, and time. Please contact us for more information.

Do you make custom costumes?

Costume commissions are accepted on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Costume Shop Manager and the Rentals Manager depending on our production schedule and personnel availability. Commissions will not be accepted less than one month prior to when the costume is needed. The price will be quoted ahead of the commission and 50% of the quote must be paid for work to begin.

Can you hem these pants/quick rig this shirt/replace the zipper in this jacket, etc?

Yes, depending on personnel availability. We offer flat rates for existing garment alterations - contact us for more information.

Can you ship items?

It depends on the item. Costumes and accessories, yes. Props, no. Any shipping fees will be included on the invoice. Return shipping (including any damage that may occur in transit) is the responsibility of the renter. Insurance is advised.

Pricing and Payment +

What are your prices?

Our costumes and props rental contract requires a $100 minimum. Though we can give you an estimate before you begin your rental, it will not be until we have drawn up your invoice that you will have your exact total. We have a general pricing sheet linked to this page above, but please email rentals@nashvillerep.org for specific inquiries.

What types of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, card, or check. No matter the ultimate payment method every customer account must have a valid credit or debit card on file to begin a rental.

Can I purchase an item?

Possibly. We do periodically go through our stock to let things go and would be more than happy to find a good home for those pieces. Some items, however, may be very valuable to have in our stock and we want to hold on to them.

What Do You Have? +

What size ranges do you carry?

We have a vast array of sizes in many of our items, but some of our period clothing tends to be limited to smaller sizes. If you are concerned about the availability of a certain size range in the pieces you are searching for, please reach out to rentals@nashvillerep.org before making an appointment so that we can make sure we have options available for your needs.

Do you have any show specific rental items?

Yes! Including, but not limited to, pies for the show Waitress, the Piano Lesson piano, period costumes for A Christmas Carol including the ghost of Jacob Marley, several Ghost of Christmas Past options, a large Ghost of Christmas Present costume, a stalk-about Christmas Future costume, toy costumes for Mary Poppins, and a sequined dreamcoat for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.

Do you have a Santa costume?

Yes! We have many Santa costumes! However, they are understandably in high demand around the holidays so may or may not be available. We also have Santa and elf hats, festive cloaks, and lots of other Christmas gear.

Can I rent your theater?

We do not have performance or rehearsal space available for rental. We produce our shows at Tennessee Performing Arts Center, you must contact TPAC directly for space rentals.