I am Lea Links, an open and social dresser and costume seamstress with more than 30 years of experience in large-scale theater productions. I run my own sewing workshop in Amsterdam, taking assignments at my studio or on location. I design, draw and paint, and I bring creativity, reliability and a strong sense of responsibility to every project. I work well in teams and I value a positive atmosphere on set.

Lea Links

I am Lea Links, an open and social dresser and costume seamstress with more than 30 years of experience in large-scale theater productions. I run my own sewing workshop in Amsterdam, taking assignments at my studio or on location. I design, draw and paint, and I bring creativity, reliability and a strong sense of responsibility to every project. I work well in teams and I value a positive atmosphere on set.

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I am Lea Links, an open and social dresser and costume seamstress with more than 30 years of experience in large-scale theater productions. I run my own sewing workshop in Amsterdam, taking assignments at my studio or on location.

I design, draw and paint, and I bring creativity, reliability and a strong sense of responsibility to every project. I work well in teams and I value a positive atmosphere on set.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Advanced
German
Intermediate
Greek, Modern
Advanced

Work Experience

Dresser / Curtain Assistant at Matthew Bournes Swanlake
January 1, 2025 - Present
Wardrobe support, dressing and on-stage wardrobe adjustments for a major production.
Dresser at Holland Festival
January 1, 2024 - Present
Wardrobe management, fittings and costume support for festival productions.
Dresser at International Theater Amsterdam
January 1, 2024 - Present
Wardrobe and dressing duties for contemporary theater productions.
Follow Spotter / Dresser on tour at Shanghai Ballet
January 1, 2023 - Present
On-tour wardrobe support and follow-spot coordination for performances.
Dresser at International Theater Amsterdam
January 1, 2022 - Present
Wardrobe management and fittings for on-stage productions.
Dresser / Seamstress at Book of Mormon
January 1, 2022 - Present
Dressing and seamstress work for a major musical production.
Seamstress / Dresser at S.V.O
January 1, 2021 - Present
Wardrobe and sewing support for theater projects.
Dresser at Holland Festival
January 1, 2021 - Present
Wardrobe management and dressing for festival productions.
Dresser at Athens Dance Company
January 1, 2021 - Present
Wardrobe and dressing duties for company performances.
Corona Support at Tozo
January 1, 2020 - Present
Support during Corona-related production adjustments and wardrobe operations.
Dresser / Curtain Assistant at Carré / Book of Mormon
January 1, 2019 - Present
Dressing and curtain-related wardrobe duties for shows.
Dresser / Curtain Assistant at Pippin (Carré)
January 1, 2019 - Present
Wardrobe and curtain-related dressing for production.
Wardrobe Mistress at World Christmas Circus
January 1, 2018 - Present
Oversee wardrobe and costume maintenance for a touring circus.
Seamstress / Dresser at Holiday on Ice
January 1, 2017 - Present
Dressing and sewing support for ice show costumes.
Dresser at National Ballet
January 1, 2016 - Present
Wardrobe management and dressing for ballet productions.
Dresser / Seamstress at Margot Koutstaal / Peter Pan
January 1, 2015 - Present
Wardrobe and sewing for Peter Pan production.
Dresser / Seamstress at National Opera
January 1, 2014 - Present
Wardrobe and seamstress duties for opera performances.
Dresser / Seamstress at National Ballet
January 1, 2013 - Present
Dressing and sewing for ballet performances.
Tour Dresser / Seamstress at Dinner Show Wentink Events
January 1, 2012 - Present
Wardrobe and sewing for touring dinner shows.
Tour Dresser / Seamstress at Internationaal Danstheater - Amsterdam
January 1, 2011 - Present
Wardrobe and sewing for on-tour performances.
Management and Maintenance of Costume Storage at Internationaal Danstheater - Amsterdam
January 1, 2010 - Present
Oversee costume storage management and maintenance.
Styling and Dressing at Holiday on Ice Productions - Amsterdam
January 1, 2010 - Present
Styling and dressing for ice show costumes.
Styling and Dressing HOI skaters at REP'S – Haarlem
January 1, 2010 - Present
Wardrobe styling and dressing for HOI skaters.
Tour Dresser / Tailor at Holiday on Ice Productions - Amsterdam
January 1, 2009 - Present
Wardrobe and tailoring work for touring productions.
Taylor / Seamstress at International Dance Theater - Amsterdam
January 1, 2008 - Present
Dressing and sewing for dance productions.
Costume Workshop at Stardust International Productions - Amsterdam
January 1, 2006 - Present
Coaching and creating costumes for productions.
Haute Couture Seamstress at Queen Beatrix / Sheila de Vries
January 1, 2005 - Present
Haute couture sewing and wardrobe work for high-end clients.
Dresser / Costume Maintenance at Paul Schulte
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003
Dressing and maintenance of costumes for productions.
Dresser / Costume at Joop van den Ende Theaterproducties – Scheveningen
January 1, 1991 - January 1, 1998
Wardrobe and dressing for major productions such as The Phantom of the Opera and Miss Saigon.

Education

Textiel brevet at IVKO - Amsterdam
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Detex at Rotterdamse Snijschool
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Drawing Pattern: Woman's Cut at Rotterdamse Snijschool
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Taylor: Woman's Cut at Rotterdamse Snijschool
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Gents' Cut at Bijenveld Academie
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Qualifications

Textiel brevet
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Detex
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Drawing Pattern: Woman's Cut
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Taylor: Woman's Cut
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Gents' Cut
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality