Who says toys are just for kids?
Everyone needs a touch of whimsy in their lives, regardless of how old you are. Whether you’re shopping for friends, family, or yourself, theatre fans will love these theatrical toys!
1. Toy Theatre
Toy Theaters, sometimes referred to as paper theaters or model theaters, have been around since the late 18th and early 19th century. The book Model Theaters and How to Make Them explains through text and diagrams the methods for constructing a model theater as well as a versatile and amusing cast of model performers.
Model theaters are often sold as kits that are relatively easy to cut out and assemble. They have amazing detail land are awesome for either playing with or displaying. Some available kits include Peter Pan, Peter Rabbit, The Wizard of Oz, The Nutcracker, Dracula,
2. William Shakespeare Little Thinker
Need a muse to run your acting, directing, and playwriting ideas by? How about this 11″ plush William Shakespeare. He comes with a removable tag with a portrait, quotes, and achievements. He would be a great addition to any drama classroom! Or maybe you’d prefer the William Shakespeare Action Figure, which comes with a removable book and quill pen.
3. Lego Minifigures
I once had a student turn in a play model created completely of Lego’s! These would’ve made a great addition. Whether you’re creating a model or just having fun with your Lego collection, these little guys are cool and fun. Choose from the LEGO Movie William Shakespeare or the LEGO Actor.
4. Dashboard Genius Shakespeare
ALL THE WORLD’S A DASHBOARD AND ALL THE PEOPLE MERELY NODDERS. Tired of yelling the same old insults at other drivers? You need inspiration! This 5-1/4″ (13.3 cm) tall, soft vinyl bust of William Shakespeare on a metal spring sticks to your dashboard and acts as a muse. “Thou hast cut me off, maggot-lipped blaggard!” Shakespeare can also help with your questions on love, loss, and war… so long as the road is bumpy!
5. William Shakespeare Magnetic Dress Up Doll Play Set
Mix and match the bards clothing and accessories on your fridge or any magnetic surface with the William Shakespeare set . Not a Shakespeare fan? Have fun with other sets including American Gothic, Einstein, Elvis, Freud, Frida Kahlo, Jesus, Mr. Rogers, Obama, and more.
6. Broadway Shows Jigsaw Puzzle
Clear off the table for this 1000 piece jigsaw puzzle featuring some of BROADWAY’s most popular shows. Artist Jim Mellett, a freelance illustrator better known for his sports art, he spent months painting this dazzling tribute to Broadway musicals. Many great shows are pictured here, including Rock of Ages, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Redhead, Hairspray, The Wiz, South Pacific, Memphis, Brigadoon, La Cage Aux Folles, Matilda, Kiss Me Kate, Seussical the Musical, Jersey Boys, Hair, Bye Bye Birdie, Billy Elliot, 42nd Street, Rent, Annie Get Your Gun, Mama Mia, Funny Girl, Camelot, Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret, West Side Story, A Chorus Line, Oklahoma, Porgy & Bess, Phantom of the Opera, Springtime for Hitler, Godspell, Wicked, Kinky Boots – and so many more for you to hum along to as you put the puzzle together. The American manufacturer White Mountain Puzzles creates the puzzle using oversized pieces which are created from 100% Recycled blue chipboard pieces. The completed collage measures 24″ x 30″, making it a nice, big masterpiece for all to enjoy!
7. Shakespeare “Insults” Playing Cards
This deck of playing cards feature full color illustrations and the Bard’s clever and cutting insults on every card! Every card has a different quote, and every King, Queen, Jack, and Ace has a different image, however the backs of each card are identical. The deck contains two jokers, “Fool” from King Lear and “Trinculo” from The Tempest.
8. Great Shakespearean Deaths Card Game
In Conclusion
Do you have any of these theatrical toys? Let us know what you think of them. Or maybe you have a theatrical toy that you’d like to tell us about. Drop your ideas in the comments below.
I am sharing this post with my sister. She is a theater buff and she loves when I get her cool pen sets and things like that for crafting and creating and even or journaling. She is going to love your listed items above so thank you!
I love theatrical activities for kids. They develop imagination and open their creativity.
These are awesome. I certainly would have loved these as a kid.
What great gift ideas for the upcoming holiday season. I especially love the magnetic dress up dolls.
The card game sounds like a fun one for my daughter. We not only love to play card games but she is really into historical literature lately. She has dabbled in some Shakespeare and would probably like this. She is also kinda into the more dark side of things lately so this would really be perfect. Thanks for sharing these, her birthday is coming up!