Celebrating Dame Beryl Grey

In 1952, ballerina Beryl Grey thrilled audiences at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, by dancing Odette and Odile in the Royal Ballet’s production of Swan Lake. The Little Costume Shop is delighted to be able to share with you her original costume perfectly recreated in quarter scale. 

The almost sinister black velvet and tulle tutu worn in the role of Odile during Act III, was designed by Leslie Hurry and the headdress was made by Hugh Skillen. This classical ‘plate’ tutu, it is decorated with fine gold cord appliquéd entirely by hand onto the bodice and tutu. A smattering of 1920’s gold sequins glint against the deep black background. 

We are celebrating Dame Beryl Grey’s magnificent career in ballet by displaying our miniature recreation. 

We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Ballerina Beryl Grey dancing the role of Odette in Swan Lake at The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden in 1952. 

Our quarter scale replica.
Photograph by Richard Wilding. 

Detail from the original costume. 

Detail from the original costume. 

Headdress from the original costume.

Ballerina Beryl Grey dancing the role of Odette in Swan Lake at The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden in 1952.

Our quarter scale replica.
Vin's studio shot. 

Our quarter scale replica.
Vin's studio shot. 

Our quarter scale replica.
Vin's studio shot. 

Ballerina Beryl Grey dancing the role of Odette in Swan Lake at The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden in 1952.

Our quarter scale replica.
Vin's studio shot.

Our quarter scale replica.
Vin's studio shot. 

Dame Beryl Grey and Vin Burnham at The English National Ballet's 85th birthday celebration for Dame Beryl.