WATCH: a closer look at Swan Lake's costumes

News & Stories 16 Jul 2026

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Head of Costume Elaine Garlick and former BRB Costume Technician Anna Graham reveal the artistry, craftsmanship and attention to detail behind the costumes of Swan Lake in this video from the last time we performed the classic, in 2023.

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  3. WATCH: Amelia Thompson performs one of the Act I Courtesan solos from Swan Lake

  4. Swan Lake: the story behind Tchaikovsky's 'undanceable' score

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  7. WATCH: Black Swan pas de deux from Swan Lake (Act III)

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  9. WATCH: dancer Yasemin Kayabay prepares her pointe shoes (ASMR)

  10. WATCH: audiences react to Swan Lake

  11. WATCH: Swan Lake Performance Trailer

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