Step Behind the Scenes - And Under the Skirts - Of Victorian Fashion

A fun, fascinating event for history lovers, fashion fans and anyone curious about what lay beneath!

Step Behind the Scenes - And Under the Skirts - Of Victorian Fashion

Wednesday 18th February 2026

Prices from: 

*Standard £22.50 / Plus Cream Tea £27.50

Step behind the scenes—and under the skirts—of Victorian fashion! Join a lively and entertaining exploration of the corsets, crinolines, bustles, and layers that shaped 19th-century life. Live demonstrations and curious anecdotes reveal the surprising truths, hidden engineering, and everyday challenges behind these iconic garments. Discover how Victorians dressed, moved, and occasionally fainted—all thanks to their extraordinary foundations. A fun, fascinating event for history lovers, fashion fans and anyone curious about what lay beneath!

*Please note that tickets cannot be refunded. 
Full seating information can be found by visiting THEATRE INFO on our website. 
Tickets booked after 1st April 2025 will include a small restoration levy of £1.50 to support ongoing maintenance and significant restoration projects at the Playhouse theatre.

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