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A FEW OF OUR FAVORITE THINGS…
the things we find ourselves buying on repeat
Kids Theater Blacks
Canvas Garment Bags for keeping Costumes contained and clean
Our favorite Theater Bag
Owalla water bottles - the built in sip/straw means makeup doesn’t get messed up
These & only these Huggies wipes… will get out MOST stains - even Bruce’s chocolate stains after Matilda Jr. Act 1! (also the best makeup wipes!)
Portable folding clothes rack. Fits in your show bag & great for quick changes back stage.
Personalized Labels 120ct for Clothes, Props, Makeup and More - Waterproof Vinyl, Laundry, Dishwasher & Microwave Safe,
This GIANT 6” eraser takes the HAND CRAMP out of that crazy task you have of erasing script notes from the MTI rental scripts at the end of shows. & it gets it done FAST
The ultimate costume plot template for school musicals and youth theatre. Designed from real productions, this free template helps parents and costume leads stay organized with clear checklists, labeled items, and easy plug-and-play layouts. Save your own copy and use it for any show to streamline fittings, rehearsals, and
Tech Week prep.
🎭 FREE Google Docs Costume Plot Template
About TheaterParents.orgWe provide free resources, templates, and checklists to help parents, directors, and costume leads stay organized during school musicals and youth productions. From Google Docs costume plot templates to Tech Week survival lists and recommended backstage essentials, we create tools that make the rehearsal and performance process easier for volunteers and theater families.
Popular Resources
• Free Google Docs Costume Plot Template
• Tech Week Checklist for Parents
• Underpinnings, shoe guidelines, & garment bag recommendations
• Theater-friendly products we buy on repeat
• Backstage organization tips for kids’ musicals
Who We Support
Our tools are used by parents, stage managers, teachers, community theatres, PTA volunteers, and youth performing arts programs looking to stay organized without spending hours recreating forms or searching for supplies.
Contact Us
Have a question, need help with a costume plot, or want a custom checklist? Tell us what you’re looking for and we’ll create or curate a resource for your show.
If you have a helpful tip to share with other theatre parents, we’d love to include it in the org.