Acus WORKS offers costume design and production management for ballet, theatre, and film.
We create refined, concept-driven work for high-profile productions.
Every project balances artistic vision with performance demands. Our costumes integrate narrative, movement, and technical precision.
We work across classical ballet, contemporary dancewear, and stretch performance wear.
From concept to backstage
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We develop concepts through visual research and collaboration with creative teams. Designs integrate narrative, movement, and technical requirements. We manage sample making and fittings.
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We assemble and lead costume teams, managing makers, timelines, and budgets. Clear communication and problem-solving ensure smooth execution and on-time delivery.
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We coordinate fittings, provide maintenance and dressers, and manage transport and logistics.
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Classical ballet (corsetry, jackets, tutus), contemporary dancewear and stretch performance wear, theatre and film costumes. We coordinate make-up, wigs, and shoes. No props.
About Acus WORKS
Acus Works is led by Anja Mlakar, a Costume Designer and Production Manager trained at Central Saint Martins (MA Womenswear Design, BA Art History), with proven expertise managing complex creative projects at The Royal Ballet School and the Royal Opera House.
We bring professionalism, technical skill, and a calm approach to every collaboration. Attention to detail and creative problem-solving are central to how we work—elevating production quality at every stage.
Trusted by Leading Creatives
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"Anja coordinated a complex, high-profile production for 68 dancers at the Royal Opera House. She managed communication across choreographer, designer, makers, staff, and students—keeping everything on schedule with grace and skill. The costumes elevated the performances. Professional, organized, creative, and passionate. A joy to work with."
— Ruth Brill, Artistic Director and Choreographer
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"Outstanding organizational skills, practicality, and artistic overview. Makes complex projects work smoothly, even with budget constraints. Reliable, talented, and fun to collaborate with."
— Kate Ford, Classical Ballet Costume Designer
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"Anja demonstrated an exceptional ability to understand and translate my artistic vision with ease. Her professionalism, technical skill, and calm, focused approach made collaboration both smooth and inspiring. Her workmanship, attention to detail, and creative problem-solving contributed significantly to the success and overall quality of the productions."
— Iva Lešić, Choreographer and Teacher, Dutch National Ballet Academy
Who we’ve worked with
