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Wakako
Asano
Ballet
Wakako was born in Tokyo and studied ballet at the Kimie Sasamoto Ballet Studio and then at The Australian Ballet School in Melbourne. Wakako was offered a full-time contract with Sydney Dance Company in 1991 after being discovered by Graeme Murphy as a student. Wakako was a professional dancer with Sydney Dance Company for 16 years and during this time toured with the company, performing in 16 countries (and over 50 cities).
Ballet
Wakako was born in Tokyo and studied ballet at the Kimie Sasamoto Ballet Studio and then at The Australian Ballet School in Melbourne. Wakako was offered a full-time contract with Sydney Dance Company in 1991 after being discovered by Graeme Murphy as a student. Wakako was a professional dancer with Sydney Dance Company for 16 years and during this time toured with the company, performing in 16 countries (and over 50 cities).
Veronica
Beattie
Broadway Jazz
Veronica studied Performing Arts at David Atkins Dynamite Dance Studios in 1996. Her versatility is shown through her many credits in Theatre and corporate work including performing in Graham Murphy’s ‘Tivoli’ with the Sydney Dance Company “Grease- the Arena Spectacular” (Australian and NZ tour) in 1998 then again in 2005 where she was Dance Captain and the musical “The Wizard of Oz”. Veronica appreared in Baz Lurhmann’s film “Moulin Rouge” as the Tattoo-ed Can Can dancer” She has performed on P&O Cruise ship “Pacific Sky”, “Fever” with Rhonda Burchmore and countless corporate events here in Australia. Veronica also had the pleasure working alongside Hugh Jackman in 2006 on the Australian tour of “The Boy from Oz”.
Broadway Jazz
Veronica studied Performing Arts at David Atkins Dynamite Dance Studios in 1996. Her versatility is shown through her many credits in Theatre and corporate work including performing in Graham Murphy’s ‘Tivoli’ with the Sydney Dance Company “Grease- the Arena Spectacular” (Australian and NZ tour) in 1998 then again in 2005 where she was Dance Captain and the musical “The Wizard of Oz”. Veronica appreared in Baz Lurhmann’s film “Moulin Rouge” as the Tattoo-ed Can Can dancer” She has performed on P&O Cruise ship “Pacific Sky”, “Fever” with Rhonda Burchmore and countless corporate events here in Australia. Veronica also had the pleasure working alongside Hugh Jackman in 2006 on the Australian tour of “The Boy from Oz”.
Leslie
Bell
Theatre Jazz
Leslie moved to Sydney from New York City in 2000 leaving behind an extensive Broadway career spanning nine Broadway musicals, and five National touring Broadway productions. She was last seen on Broadway in the Tony award winning musical “Chicago” where she played “Mona” featured in the show stopping Cell Block Tango. She has had the privilege of working for many award-winning choreographers including Susan Stroman, Rob Marshall, Randy Skinner and Jerome Robbins. In addition to theatre, she has worked in film and television and can be seen in the new feature film, Anything But Love just released in America. Since moving to Australia, she has worked in commercials and on the sci-fi show “Farscape”.
Theatre Jazz
Leslie moved to Sydney from New York City in 2000 leaving behind an extensive Broadway career spanning nine Broadway musicals, and five National touring Broadway productions. She was last seen on Broadway in the Tony award winning musical “Chicago” where she played “Mona” featured in the show stopping Cell Block Tango. She has had the privilege of working for many award-winning choreographers including Susan Stroman, Rob Marshall, Randy Skinner and Jerome Robbins. In addition to theatre, she has worked in film and television and can be seen in the new feature film, Anything But Love just released in America. Since moving to Australia, she has worked in commercials and on the sci-fi show “Farscape”.
Sarah
Boulter
Lyrical Contemporary
After a successful international career Sarah has returned to Australia to start working with choreography as well as sustaining her professional dance career. As a dancer Sarah is often employed due to her choreographic talent and has worked with well known choreographers and directors in a collaborative manner. Her most recent credit - Meryl Tankard’s Kiadan saw Sarah display her choreographic ingenuity, while creating alongside this world-renowned choreographer as well as a team of Tiakoz drummers. The season was a huge success selling out at the Sydney Opera House for the Sydney Festival. Sarah formed a good working relationship with Meryl Tankard, and has since been approached for future engagements. Sarah spent two years living in Las Vegas, where she had the amazing opportunity of working in the Celine Dion show A New Day, working with great names such as Mia Michaels and Franco Dragone. Fortunately this production offered the dancers further creative opportunity as they were employed not only for their dance expertise but their choreographic input. As well as performing and creating Sarah finds passion in teaching. She has taught all around the world receiving much acclaim. In 2008, Sarah was one of the Top 20 Choreographers for SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (TEN).
Lyrical Contemporary
After a successful international career Sarah has returned to Australia to start working with choreography as well as sustaining her professional dance career. As a dancer Sarah is often employed due to her choreographic talent and has worked with well known choreographers and directors in a collaborative manner. Her most recent credit - Meryl Tankard’s Kiadan saw Sarah display her choreographic ingenuity, while creating alongside this world-renowned choreographer as well as a team of Tiakoz drummers. The season was a huge success selling out at the Sydney Opera House for the Sydney Festival. Sarah formed a good working relationship with Meryl Tankard, and has since been approached for future engagements. Sarah spent two years living in Las Vegas, where she had the amazing opportunity of working in the Celine Dion show A New Day, working with great names such as Mia Michaels and Franco Dragone. Fortunately this production offered the dancers further creative opportunity as they were employed not only for their dance expertise but their choreographic input. As well as performing and creating Sarah finds passion in teaching. She has taught all around the world receiving much acclaim. In 2008, Sarah was one of the Top 20 Choreographers for SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (TEN).
Michael
Boyd
Jazz / Funk / Hip Hop
Michael has performed in various musicals including Grease Arena Spectacular, Supanova Band and Cointreau Ball. He was lead dancer in Baz Luhrman’s Moulin Rouge, appeared in Scooby Doo the movie and numerous TV commercials and film clips. Michael was the resident choreographer for Bardot. He has also performed for Grinspoon, Kelly Clarkson and Australian Idol. Other choreographic credits include Pepsi Charts, Bondi Ballet seasons 2002 and 2004, David Jones Couture Collections, Channel V, NRL Grand Final, Charlie Angels Sydney Premier, RUMBA, Telethons, Wella Hair Shows, Jockey Underwear, B.M.W, Carlton United, and Westfields. In 2008, Michael was one of the Choreographers for the Top Twenty SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (TEN).
Jazz / Funk / Hip Hop
Michael has performed in various musicals including Grease Arena Spectacular, Supanova Band and Cointreau Ball. He was lead dancer in Baz Luhrman’s Moulin Rouge, appeared in Scooby Doo the movie and numerous TV commercials and film clips. Michael was the resident choreographer for Bardot. He has also performed for Grinspoon, Kelly Clarkson and Australian Idol. Other choreographic credits include Pepsi Charts, Bondi Ballet seasons 2002 and 2004, David Jones Couture Collections, Channel V, NRL Grand Final, Charlie Angels Sydney Premier, RUMBA, Telethons, Wella Hair Shows, Jockey Underwear, B.M.W, Carlton United, and Westfields. In 2008, Michael was one of the Choreographers for the Top Twenty SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (TEN).
Brian
Carbee
Contemporary & Stretch
Brian is a veteran teacher here at the Sydney Dance Company Studios and is one of Australia’s most respected contemporary technique teachers. He has taught company classes for Australian Dance Theatre, Chunky Move, Bangarra Dance Theatre as well as several terms at NIDA, NAISDA, Brent Street and the UNITEC Performing Arts School in New Zealand where he was instrumental in the development of their degree program. Born in the United States, Brian earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Connecticut in 1979. He moved to New Zealand in 1981 to join Limbs, where he created two major works, Disturbing the Peace and Parts Unknown. In 1991, he founded his own company, the Jump Giants and produced Heaven, Hell and Hamilton and Bedrock. He choreographed the hit musicals West Side Story and Peter Pan for the Mercury Theatre and Cabaret at the Watershed Theatre. He danced with Douglas Wright Dance in Sydney production of Forever and in Commotion Company’s stage and film productions of The Dark Forest. Based in Sydney for nearly 10 years, Brian recently toured New Zealand and Sydney in Black Milk with Douglas Wright Dance. He also regularly tours overseas in Tense Dave with Melbourne based Chunky Move. He won a 2005 Australian Dance Award for best choreography for In the Dark, directed by Wendy Houstoun and won a Special Festival Award for his production of Stretching It Wider at the 2001 Mardi Gras Gay and Lesbian Arts Festival. Brian’s 1997 solo work In Search of Mike was adapted into a short dramatic film, which has won ten international short film awards including third place in the world’s best short film competition in Paris.
Contemporary & Stretch
Brian is a veteran teacher here at the Sydney Dance Company Studios and is one of Australia’s most respected contemporary technique teachers. He has taught company classes for Australian Dance Theatre, Chunky Move, Bangarra Dance Theatre as well as several terms at NIDA, NAISDA, Brent Street and the UNITEC Performing Arts School in New Zealand where he was instrumental in the development of their degree program. Born in the United States, Brian earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Connecticut in 1979. He moved to New Zealand in 1981 to join Limbs, where he created two major works, Disturbing the Peace and Parts Unknown. In 1991, he founded his own company, the Jump Giants and produced Heaven, Hell and Hamilton and Bedrock. He choreographed the hit musicals West Side Story and Peter Pan for the Mercury Theatre and Cabaret at the Watershed Theatre. He danced with Douglas Wright Dance in Sydney production of Forever and in Commotion Company’s stage and film productions of The Dark Forest. Based in Sydney for nearly 10 years, Brian recently toured New Zealand and Sydney in Black Milk with Douglas Wright Dance. He also regularly tours overseas in Tense Dave with Melbourne based Chunky Move. He won a 2005 Australian Dance Award for best choreography for In the Dark, directed by Wendy Houstoun and won a Special Festival Award for his production of Stretching It Wider at the 2001 Mardi Gras Gay and Lesbian Arts Festival. Brian’s 1997 solo work In Search of Mike was adapted into a short dramatic film, which has won ten international short film awards including third place in the world’s best short film competition in Paris.
Tracey
Carrodus
Classical Ballet
Brisbane born Tracey Carrodus trained with the Queensland Ballet School and received an Associate Diploma in Dance from the Queensland University of Technology. She spent six years dancing with Brisbane-based Expressions Dance Company before joining Sydney Dance Company in 1996. For her first performance with Sydney Dance Company, Tracey danced in the role created for Janet Vernon in Berlin. In 1998 Graeme Murphy created the title role of Salome for Tracey, which she has since performed extensively in Australia, the United States, the Cervantino Festival in Mexico, and most recently at the 4th China Shanghai International Arts Festival. Tracey choreographed Flight for the Freefall choreographic season in 2001. Tracey has won numerous awards including the QUT Alumni Award for Performing Arts in 1998; Dance Performer of the Year in the 27th Annual MO Awards for her performance in Tivoli; Outstanding Performance in a Stage Musical for Tivoli at the 2001 Australian Dance Awards; and Best Female Dancer of the Year in 2001, again for her performance in Tivoli. She was also listed as Best Female Dancer in the Sun Herald’s Critics’ Choice in 2001 and in 2002 was nominated for a Helpmann Award for Best Female Dancer. In 2003, Tracey was nominated for a 2nd Mo Award for her performance in the return season of Tivoli, as well as a Green Room Award for Best Female Dancer for her performance in Ellipse. Tracey has completed a Bachelor of Business degree, majoring in Marketing and Public Relations, through the University of Southern Queensland.
Classical Ballet
Brisbane born Tracey Carrodus trained with the Queensland Ballet School and received an Associate Diploma in Dance from the Queensland University of Technology. She spent six years dancing with Brisbane-based Expressions Dance Company before joining Sydney Dance Company in 1996. For her first performance with Sydney Dance Company, Tracey danced in the role created for Janet Vernon in Berlin. In 1998 Graeme Murphy created the title role of Salome for Tracey, which she has since performed extensively in Australia, the United States, the Cervantino Festival in Mexico, and most recently at the 4th China Shanghai International Arts Festival. Tracey choreographed Flight for the Freefall choreographic season in 2001. Tracey has won numerous awards including the QUT Alumni Award for Performing Arts in 1998; Dance Performer of the Year in the 27th Annual MO Awards for her performance in Tivoli; Outstanding Performance in a Stage Musical for Tivoli at the 2001 Australian Dance Awards; and Best Female Dancer of the Year in 2001, again for her performance in Tivoli. She was also listed as Best Female Dancer in the Sun Herald’s Critics’ Choice in 2001 and in 2002 was nominated for a Helpmann Award for Best Female Dancer. In 2003, Tracey was nominated for a 2nd Mo Award for her performance in the return season of Tivoli, as well as a Green Room Award for Best Female Dancer for her performance in Ellipse. Tracey has completed a Bachelor of Business degree, majoring in Marketing and Public Relations, through the University of Southern Queensland.
Ian
Castenetto
Contemporary
After graduating from University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Law, Ian joined Australian Dance Theatre and toured to South East Asia, England and Europe. For two years he danced with Scapino Ballet in Amsterdam then with the Susan Marshall Company in New York for a further two years. With government funding, Ian participated in the Yard – an annual choreographic event held in Marthas Vinyard, Massachusetts. Ian has also choreographed for ADT, and taught for various theatre companies in Italy. He has danced for Glen Tetley, Christopher Bruce [Ballet Rambert] Norman Morrice [Royal Ballet], Johnathan Taylor, David Atkins and Lindsay Kemp. Ian has also worked as resident director, dancer, and choreographer on Pearl Fisher, Carmen, Fiddler on the Roof and Death in Venice for Opera Australia.
Contemporary
After graduating from University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Law, Ian joined Australian Dance Theatre and toured to South East Asia, England and Europe. For two years he danced with Scapino Ballet in Amsterdam then with the Susan Marshall Company in New York for a further two years. With government funding, Ian participated in the Yard – an annual choreographic event held in Marthas Vinyard, Massachusetts. Ian has also choreographed for ADT, and taught for various theatre companies in Italy. He has danced for Glen Tetley, Christopher Bruce [Ballet Rambert] Norman Morrice [Royal Ballet], Johnathan Taylor, David Atkins and Lindsay Kemp. Ian has also worked as resident director, dancer, and choreographer on Pearl Fisher, Carmen, Fiddler on the Roof and Death in Venice for Opera Australia.
Stephen
Colyer
Classical Ballet
Stephen began his theatre dance training at the Victorian College of the Arts then gained his Diploma in Dance at the Australian Ballet School. He performed with the Australian Ballet in “Choryphee” and as a soloist with the Feld Ballet NY, Royal Ballet of Flanders and the Dancer’s Company. His Theatre Credits are ample and include Beauty and the Beast, My Fair Lady, Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Cinderella with the Cleveland Opera, Tales of Hoffman, Nabucco and The Eight Wonder all with Opera Australia and The Wizard of Oz directed by Nancey Hayes. Stephen features in Baz Lurhmann’s Moulin Rouge and played a Voodoo Warrior in Warner Studio’s Scooby Doo. Stephen has gone on to complete his Diploma in Directing at NIDA. With these credentials he has been able to combine his skills as resident director and choreographer on productions such as Cabaret (dir: Sam Mendes), The Full Monty (David Atkins), and Dirty Dancing (Jacobsen’s). He was assistant director to Richard Roxburgh on Twelfth Night for Company B Belvoir and assistant director to the late Richard Wherrett on pre-production for “Hair” for Harry M Miller and IMG.
Classical Ballet
Stephen began his theatre dance training at the Victorian College of the Arts then gained his Diploma in Dance at the Australian Ballet School. He performed with the Australian Ballet in “Choryphee” and as a soloist with the Feld Ballet NY, Royal Ballet of Flanders and the Dancer’s Company. His Theatre Credits are ample and include Beauty and the Beast, My Fair Lady, Joseph and his Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, Cinderella with the Cleveland Opera, Tales of Hoffman, Nabucco and The Eight Wonder all with Opera Australia and The Wizard of Oz directed by Nancey Hayes. Stephen features in Baz Lurhmann’s Moulin Rouge and played a Voodoo Warrior in Warner Studio’s Scooby Doo. Stephen has gone on to complete his Diploma in Directing at NIDA. With these credentials he has been able to combine his skills as resident director and choreographer on productions such as Cabaret (dir: Sam Mendes), The Full Monty (David Atkins), and Dirty Dancing (Jacobsen’s). He was assistant director to Richard Roxburgh on Twelfth Night for Company B Belvoir and assistant director to the late Richard Wherrett on pre-production for “Hair” for Harry M Miller and IMG.
Joshua
Consandine
Ballet / Contemporary
Joshua began his training at the Glen Street Academy before joining The Australian Ballet School where he studied for three years. He danced with West Australian Ballet for one year prior to joining The Australian Ballet in 1994. Joshua was promoted to Senior Artist in 2000 and Principal Artist in 2003. At The Australian Ballet he performed featured roles in many contemporary and classical works including the featured roles of Prince Siegfried in Swan Lake, Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet, Basillo in Don Quixote, Des Grieux and Lescaut in Manon, Lensky in Onegin, Danilo in The Merry Widow, D’Artagnan in The Three Musketeers and Bronze Idol in La Bayadere. Joshua joined Sydney Dance Company in 2004 and performed the title role of Dorian Gray in Graeme Murphy’s Shades of Gray. He has also performed in other Sydney Dance Company productions Grand, Ellipse and Some Rooms
Ballet / Contemporary
Joshua began his training at the Glen Street Academy before joining The Australian Ballet School where he studied for three years. He danced with West Australian Ballet for one year prior to joining The Australian Ballet in 1994. Joshua was promoted to Senior Artist in 2000 and Principal Artist in 2003. At The Australian Ballet he performed featured roles in many contemporary and classical works including the featured roles of Prince Siegfried in Swan Lake, Benvolio in Romeo and Juliet, Basillo in Don Quixote, Des Grieux and Lescaut in Manon, Lensky in Onegin, Danilo in The Merry Widow, D’Artagnan in The Three Musketeers and Bronze Idol in La Bayadere. Joshua joined Sydney Dance Company in 2004 and performed the title role of Dorian Gray in Graeme Murphy’s Shades of Gray. He has also performed in other Sydney Dance Company productions Grand, Ellipse and Some Rooms
Blacker
Conteh
Hip Hop
Blacker Conteh has been dancing for over twenty years. He began his career in Sierra Leone and the Gambia on the West Coast of Africa. He is a charismatic and skilled performer, choreographer and teacher of Break, Hip Hop, Jazz, Freestyle, Funk, Reggae, Fire and Contemporary dance. He has worked in dance television in Guinea and Gambia and worked as a choreographer, DJ and MC for concerts, large clubs, 5 Star hotels and touring companies. Blacker has toured internationally, especially throughout China, selected by touring companies to perform solo, partner and group work in large venues and entertainment complexes. In addition to his work in foreign countries, Blacker was chosen as Korean Super Star by OzCam Productions in the commercial video clip conducted in Chech Republic in 2002. In 1988 Blacker was one of the first choreographers in Sierra Leone to combine contemporary and West African dance work for television and in 1997-98 was selected on performance contract as a cultural ambassador for Sierra Leone in the Hong Kong Exposition “Windows of World”. In August 2000 he moved to Sydney where he teaches funk and hip hop for Sydney Dance Company, performed and taught African Dance and Street Moves with the University of NSW, Carnivale and Ausdance, performs in group and solo shows and guest performs dance work for film and television. His Street Moves dance classes and performances with children, teenagers and adults have also been commissioned nationally by dance festivals and studios including Stamping Ground Dance Festival, Camp Creative and North Coast Dance Studios. Blacker has choreographed for and performed with young indigenous hip hop group called McMurriz in 2004. He took part at the live performance Styling Up 2004 together with rapper J Wess, young group McMurriz and others in Brisbane. Another major work he has done recently is dance performance at Global Carnival 2004 in Bellingen whereby Blacker’s team was selected to present with an Australian Hip Hop band Reising Dogs. Recently, Blacker organized his own dance team with a number of dance talents called OzMix which gave him further opportunity to travel and work across Australia. He aims to remain in Australia performing and teaching and is particularly interested in cultural intersections between dancers of different backgrounds. Blacker was described at the Carnivale “Streets of Dance” performance, in September 2000, in Sydney as “an astoundingly charismatic, physical and professional cultural performer and what’s more, an excellent role model for young artists working in multicultural Australia”.
Hip Hop
Blacker Conteh has been dancing for over twenty years. He began his career in Sierra Leone and the Gambia on the West Coast of Africa. He is a charismatic and skilled performer, choreographer and teacher of Break, Hip Hop, Jazz, Freestyle, Funk, Reggae, Fire and Contemporary dance. He has worked in dance television in Guinea and Gambia and worked as a choreographer, DJ and MC for concerts, large clubs, 5 Star hotels and touring companies. Blacker has toured internationally, especially throughout China, selected by touring companies to perform solo, partner and group work in large venues and entertainment complexes. In addition to his work in foreign countries, Blacker was chosen as Korean Super Star by OzCam Productions in the commercial video clip conducted in Chech Republic in 2002. In 1988 Blacker was one of the first choreographers in Sierra Leone to combine contemporary and West African dance work for television and in 1997-98 was selected on performance contract as a cultural ambassador for Sierra Leone in the Hong Kong Exposition “Windows of World”. In August 2000 he moved to Sydney where he teaches funk and hip hop for Sydney Dance Company, performed and taught African Dance and Street Moves with the University of NSW, Carnivale and Ausdance, performs in group and solo shows and guest performs dance work for film and television. His Street Moves dance classes and performances with children, teenagers and adults have also been commissioned nationally by dance festivals and studios including Stamping Ground Dance Festival, Camp Creative and North Coast Dance Studios. Blacker has choreographed for and performed with young indigenous hip hop group called McMurriz in 2004. He took part at the live performance Styling Up 2004 together with rapper J Wess, young group McMurriz and others in Brisbane. Another major work he has done recently is dance performance at Global Carnival 2004 in Bellingen whereby Blacker’s team was selected to present with an Australian Hip Hop band Reising Dogs. Recently, Blacker organized his own dance team with a number of dance talents called OzMix which gave him further opportunity to travel and work across Australia. He aims to remain in Australia performing and teaching and is particularly interested in cultural intersections between dancers of different backgrounds. Blacker was described at the Carnivale “Streets of Dance” performance, in September 2000, in Sydney as “an astoundingly charismatic, physical and professional cultural performer and what’s more, an excellent role model for young artists working in multicultural Australia”.
Jennifer
Craddock
As a performer Jennifer has danced with artists such as Marcia Hines, David Hasselhoff, Cyndi Lauper, Olivia Newton John, Tina Cousins, Jared Leto, Caroline O’Connor, Human Nature, Grinspoon, Dionne Warwick, Taxi Ride, and Christine Anu. She has toured with both the Minogue sisters travelling to East Timor with Kylie Minogue as one of two dancers to perform for the troops stationed in Dili, and with Dannii Minogue on her 2006 Australian Promotional Tour. Jennifer has toured the world as dancer and dance captain onboard the Pacific Princess, performed in Asia at events for MTV, in Bahrain for the Grand Prix and for major hair shows in Taiwan. In Australia she has performed in a variety of events including the ARIA Music Awards, Australian MTV Awards, Australian Fashion Week, Centenary of Federation Concert, Fashion TV Broadcasts, The Footy Show, with Hip Hop artist Selwyn on his film clip ‘Boomin’ and Sophie Monk on her clip “Push It’. She has toured all major cities as a dancer on the arena concert Long Way To The Top, was a dancer at the Cairns Casino in Madame Firefly and continues to be highly sought after as a commercial performer. Jennifer has choreographed event entertainment for Princess Cruise Lines Guest Entertainer Amanda Stella Webb, Clinique, Pugeot, Ralph, Lynx, ExpoMania Bridal Parades, Kingsley’s Darling Harbour , Dance Expo, Burwood Festival, Young Leaders Convention, Bendon with artist Katie Underwood, Goldwell in Taiwan, Commonwealth Annual Charity Ball, Luna Park, Prince Alfred Hospital and Disney ‘Highschool Musical 2’ Launch.
As a performer Jennifer has danced with artists such as Marcia Hines, David Hasselhoff, Cyndi Lauper, Olivia Newton John, Tina Cousins, Jared Leto, Caroline O’Connor, Human Nature, Grinspoon, Dionne Warwick, Taxi Ride, and Christine Anu. She has toured with both the Minogue sisters travelling to East Timor with Kylie Minogue as one of two dancers to perform for the troops stationed in Dili, and with Dannii Minogue on her 2006 Australian Promotional Tour. Jennifer has toured the world as dancer and dance captain onboard the Pacific Princess, performed in Asia at events for MTV, in Bahrain for the Grand Prix and for major hair shows in Taiwan. In Australia she has performed in a variety of events including the ARIA Music Awards, Australian MTV Awards, Australian Fashion Week, Centenary of Federation Concert, Fashion TV Broadcasts, The Footy Show, with Hip Hop artist Selwyn on his film clip ‘Boomin’ and Sophie Monk on her clip “Push It’. She has toured all major cities as a dancer on the arena concert Long Way To The Top, was a dancer at the Cairns Casino in Madame Firefly and continues to be highly sought after as a commercial performer. Jennifer has choreographed event entertainment for Princess Cruise Lines Guest Entertainer Amanda Stella Webb, Clinique, Pugeot, Ralph, Lynx, ExpoMania Bridal Parades, Kingsley’s Darling Harbour , Dance Expo, Burwood Festival, Young Leaders Convention, Bendon with artist Katie Underwood, Goldwell in Taiwan, Commonwealth Annual Charity Ball, Luna Park, Prince Alfred Hospital and Disney ‘Highschool Musical 2’ Launch.
Ramon
Doringo
Jazz / Lyrical Jazz
Ramon graduated with a Bachelor of Science Education (BSEd), majoring in Physical Education. He trained as a dancer in Manila and Sydney and has performed in Europe, USA, South East Asia, Japan and the Middle East. His professional work includes theatre, film, promotion and music videos. He is also one of Sydneys highest profile commercial choreographers and dance instructors. Ramon's recent television appearances include "dance and movement coach" for Australia's Next Top Model for Fox 8; the Rock Eistedfod Challenge Grand Finals TV Special for Channel 9; Australian Idol 2004 and 2005 (for the 10 finalists); Celebrity Circus; Skating on Thin Ice and as a judge on ABC TV Strictly Dancing (Series 1, 2 & 3). Ramon directed and co-choreographed Guy Sebastian at the 2004 ARIA Awards. Ramon has choreographed for Katie Underwood at the 2006 Sleaze Ball; the 2004 DIVA Awards featuring Paul Capsis and 2004 Sleaze Ball at Fox Studios. Ramon has been interviewed and featured in 10 different Lifestyle publications including Sunday Life "Five Fit amd Fantastic Australians"; New Woman; Cleo; Good Medicine; Daily Telegraph; SX; Sydney Magazine; Sydney Live Magazine; The Australian Magazine and Sunday Telegraph "Careers". Ramon has also appeared on various lifestyle programs for television such as Sydney Weekender for Seven Network; Channel V and Optus Movie Channel E Entertainment.. His stage and theatre credits include Dancin Dynamite; The King and I; Chess the Musical; Dancin Man; Rasputin the Musical; The Peoples Choice Award; The Royal Bicentennial Concert and The Power Rangers Asian Tour. Ramon's choreographic works include: The Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony; Channel 10 Station Identification; Optus Movie Channel; Men in Black Movie Premiere Party; 20th Century Fox Home Video Launch; Smith Chips; Toyota Camery; Sanyo Digital Camera; Madonna's Girlie Show; Janet Jackson Velvet Rope Album Launch;, Sydney Mardi Gras; Hand in Hand; Pride amd Diva Awards. Ramon has also taught for various dance studios including Bodenwieser Dance Centre, Dynamite Dance Studios, Brent Street School of Performing Arts and is currently the Director of Dance Classes at Sydney Dance Company .
Jazz / Lyrical Jazz
Ramon graduated with a Bachelor of Science Education (BSEd), majoring in Physical Education. He trained as a dancer in Manila and Sydney and has performed in Europe, USA, South East Asia, Japan and the Middle East. His professional work includes theatre, film, promotion and music videos. He is also one of Sydneys highest profile commercial choreographers and dance instructors. Ramon's recent television appearances include "dance and movement coach" for Australia's Next Top Model for Fox 8; the Rock Eistedfod Challenge Grand Finals TV Special for Channel 9; Australian Idol 2004 and 2005 (for the 10 finalists); Celebrity Circus; Skating on Thin Ice and as a judge on ABC TV Strictly Dancing (Series 1, 2 & 3). Ramon directed and co-choreographed Guy Sebastian at the 2004 ARIA Awards. Ramon has choreographed for Katie Underwood at the 2006 Sleaze Ball; the 2004 DIVA Awards featuring Paul Capsis and 2004 Sleaze Ball at Fox Studios. Ramon has been interviewed and featured in 10 different Lifestyle publications including Sunday Life "Five Fit amd Fantastic Australians"; New Woman; Cleo; Good Medicine; Daily Telegraph; SX; Sydney Magazine; Sydney Live Magazine; The Australian Magazine and Sunday Telegraph "Careers". Ramon has also appeared on various lifestyle programs for television such as Sydney Weekender for Seven Network; Channel V and Optus Movie Channel E Entertainment.. His stage and theatre credits include Dancin Dynamite; The King and I; Chess the Musical; Dancin Man; Rasputin the Musical; The Peoples Choice Award; The Royal Bicentennial Concert and The Power Rangers Asian Tour. Ramon's choreographic works include: The Sydney 2000 Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony; Channel 10 Station Identification; Optus Movie Channel; Men in Black Movie Premiere Party; 20th Century Fox Home Video Launch; Smith Chips; Toyota Camery; Sanyo Digital Camera; Madonna's Girlie Show; Janet Jackson Velvet Rope Album Launch;, Sydney Mardi Gras; Hand in Hand; Pride amd Diva Awards. Ramon has also taught for various dance studios including Bodenwieser Dance Centre, Dynamite Dance Studios, Brent Street School of Performing Arts and is currently the Director of Dance Classes at Sydney Dance Company .
Ilona
Fabiszewski
Hip Hop / Funk
Ilona Fabiszewski is an accomplished performer and choreographer who began dancing at the age of five. Ilona lived and trained in dance in the UK, taking her versatility to the next level specializing in fusion funk, hip hop and popping and locking. Ilona continues her training with top UK and USA choreographers during travel and workshops. With her inspired and fresh approach to street styles, ilona fuses her past training into her hip hop and street funk classes. Ilona’s personal style reflects the influence of her background training in Funk, Hip Hop, Breakdancing, Popping and Locking, Jazz and Tap. Her style is strong and powerful with a focus on ‘feeling’ the music. As a teacher she encourages performers to find their own style, promoting individuality and experimentation. With a personable approach to teaching she inspires confidence and an intrinsic feel for the music, and is respected for her down to earth nature and warmth. Classes will have you bringing personality into every move with routines maintaining variety and contrast; ranging from raw and hard energy to smooth and fluid. Ilona’s teaching and choreography remains in high demand, representing crews such as "Caramell”, “Sirens” and performing and choreographing for her own company “Funk-d”. Some of her credits include Urban Music Awards, Random’s ‘Are You Ready’ music video, Sleazeball 06- dancer for Katie Underwood and The Drag King and Queen, ‘Rize’ film launch, Luna Park NYE 05, Battle of The Year, dancer at Zoo Mag model comp, Elite Championships, Groove, Shakedown, Dancekool, British Airways Party (London), Roxanne Lebrasse (Aus Idol) music video and much more. Ilona continues to perform at various clubs and events.
Hip Hop / Funk
Ilona Fabiszewski is an accomplished performer and choreographer who began dancing at the age of five. Ilona lived and trained in dance in the UK, taking her versatility to the next level specializing in fusion funk, hip hop and popping and locking. Ilona continues her training with top UK and USA choreographers during travel and workshops. With her inspired and fresh approach to street styles, ilona fuses her past training into her hip hop and street funk classes. Ilona’s personal style reflects the influence of her background training in Funk, Hip Hop, Breakdancing, Popping and Locking, Jazz and Tap. Her style is strong and powerful with a focus on ‘feeling’ the music. As a teacher she encourages performers to find their own style, promoting individuality and experimentation. With a personable approach to teaching she inspires confidence and an intrinsic feel for the music, and is respected for her down to earth nature and warmth. Classes will have you bringing personality into every move with routines maintaining variety and contrast; ranging from raw and hard energy to smooth and fluid. Ilona’s teaching and choreography remains in high demand, representing crews such as "Caramell”, “Sirens” and performing and choreographing for her own company “Funk-d”. Some of her credits include Urban Music Awards, Random’s ‘Are You Ready’ music video, Sleazeball 06- dancer for Katie Underwood and The Drag King and Queen, ‘Rize’ film launch, Luna Park NYE 05, Battle of The Year, dancer at Zoo Mag model comp, Elite Championships, Groove, Shakedown, Dancekool, British Airways Party (London), Roxanne Lebrasse (Aus Idol) music video and much more. Ilona continues to perform at various clubs and events.
Bianca
Gallifuoco
Hip Hop, JFH
Bianca has been dancing for 20 years, trained in jazz, tap, funk, hip hop, classical, contemporary, acting and singing at Dynamite Dance Studios, Brent Street School of Peforming Arts, ATYP and international workshops. Bianca has also completed two university degrees at UTS, a Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Public Communication) and a Bachelor of Law. With her degrees, Bianca plans to support and contribute to the arts. She has been teaching since the age of 16 at dance studios, high schools and ran her own studio, Boomski Beats for 3 years in which she was founder, choreographer and artistic director. Bianca has performed in film clips, stage, TV and film, performing alongside artists TV Rock, The Young Divas, Figkidd, Roxy Lebrasse (Aus Idol), Human Nature, Tina Arena, Marcia Hines. Bianca choreographed for the feature film 'Almost', for the girl-group Ajaqa who supported Destiny’s Child, as well as club shows, corporate shows, and for artists as a movement coach and choreographer. She has danced at the Opening of Fox Studios, the Opening of Stadium Australia, the 2006 Ausdance Awards at the Sydney Opera House with the Sydney Dance Company Performance Group, the Fresh Party at the Hordern Pavillion as featured on Channel V, for Coca Cola at NIDA, at the White Party at the Dome for international DJ Armin vaan Buren. Bianca has hosted kids shows with Showtime Attractions, Promotechnics, Nickelodeon and Millennium Entertainment. Bianca has performed overseas in Japan and Singapore. Her classes are fast-paced, fun, and her style is forever changing. The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging!
Hip Hop, JFH
Bianca has been dancing for 20 years, trained in jazz, tap, funk, hip hop, classical, contemporary, acting and singing at Dynamite Dance Studios, Brent Street School of Peforming Arts, ATYP and international workshops. Bianca has also completed two university degrees at UTS, a Bachelor of Arts in Communication (Public Communication) and a Bachelor of Law. With her degrees, Bianca plans to support and contribute to the arts. She has been teaching since the age of 16 at dance studios, high schools and ran her own studio, Boomski Beats for 3 years in which she was founder, choreographer and artistic director. Bianca has performed in film clips, stage, TV and film, performing alongside artists TV Rock, The Young Divas, Figkidd, Roxy Lebrasse (Aus Idol), Human Nature, Tina Arena, Marcia Hines. Bianca choreographed for the feature film 'Almost', for the girl-group Ajaqa who supported Destiny’s Child, as well as club shows, corporate shows, and for artists as a movement coach and choreographer. She has danced at the Opening of Fox Studios, the Opening of Stadium Australia, the 2006 Ausdance Awards at the Sydney Opera House with the Sydney Dance Company Performance Group, the Fresh Party at the Hordern Pavillion as featured on Channel V, for Coca Cola at NIDA, at the White Party at the Dome for international DJ Armin vaan Buren. Bianca has hosted kids shows with Showtime Attractions, Promotechnics, Nickelodeon and Millennium Entertainment. Bianca has performed overseas in Japan and Singapore. Her classes are fast-paced, fun, and her style is forever changing. The atmosphere is friendly and encouraging!
Louie
George
Jazz
Louie trained at Bartuccio Dance and Promotion Centre. He has lead an extraordinary career as a dancer, singer, actor and choreographer. His credits include Funny Girl, Mame, Sisterella, Sweet Charity, Miss Saigon and Faust. Louie has appeared regularly as resident singer for Good Morning Australia, The ARIA Awards, Hey Hey It’s Saturday, Denni Hines ‘Its Alright’ video, Vicious Rumours, Marionettes, Good Time Corporate Band and the Bert Newton Show. Louie has choreographed for the Victorian Arts Centre, The Mike Walsh Show, Countdown, the Logie Awards, AFI Awards and various television commercial and fashion awards. He has taught at Dance World 301, Brattice Dance and Brent Street School of Performing Arts as well as at Sydney Dance Company Dance Studios.
Jazz
Louie trained at Bartuccio Dance and Promotion Centre. He has lead an extraordinary career as a dancer, singer, actor and choreographer. His credits include Funny Girl, Mame, Sisterella, Sweet Charity, Miss Saigon and Faust. Louie has appeared regularly as resident singer for Good Morning Australia, The ARIA Awards, Hey Hey It’s Saturday, Denni Hines ‘Its Alright’ video, Vicious Rumours, Marionettes, Good Time Corporate Band and the Bert Newton Show. Louie has choreographed for the Victorian Arts Centre, The Mike Walsh Show, Countdown, the Logie Awards, AFI Awards and various television commercial and fashion awards. He has taught at Dance World 301, Brattice Dance and Brent Street School of Performing Arts as well as at Sydney Dance Company Dance Studios.
Selina
Giles
Jazz / Funk
Selina trained at the Brent Street School of Performing Arts and has completed workshops at Alvin Ailey and Steps on Broadway in New York. She has worked nationally and internationally in children’s shows including Star Wars among other various Disney productions, and has performed with the likes of the Screaming Jets and Debra Byrne. Selina was Assistant Choreographer to Jason Colman for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. She also created the successful dance eisteddfod Extreme with business partner Toni Pearson.
Jazz / Funk
Selina trained at the Brent Street School of Performing Arts and has completed workshops at Alvin Ailey and Steps on Broadway in New York. She has worked nationally and internationally in children’s shows including Star Wars among other various Disney productions, and has performed with the likes of the Screaming Jets and Debra Byrne. Selina was Assistant Choreographer to Jason Colman for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony. She also created the successful dance eisteddfod Extreme with business partner Toni Pearson.
Zac Zainal
Jaffar
Jazz / Broadway Jazz / Lyrical Jazz
Zac trained at Tisch University of Performing Arts, New York, completing a Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre and Choreography. Zac is an accomplished dancer, singer, actor and choreographer. His theatre and television credits include: The Arena Spectacular Grease, Into the Woods, MAUI the Musical, The King and I [New York], Kiss of the Spiderwoman, and Pyjama Games. He has choreographed for many corporate events including: Gas Night Club, ACONS Hand in Hand 2001, Yamaha International and fashion parades. Zac was assistant choreographer to Ramon Doringo for ACONS Hand in Hand 1999 and Men in Black Movie Launch. Zac has also taught at Arthur Murray Dance School.
Jazz / Broadway Jazz / Lyrical Jazz
Zac trained at Tisch University of Performing Arts, New York, completing a Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre and Choreography. Zac is an accomplished dancer, singer, actor and choreographer. His theatre and television credits include: The Arena Spectacular Grease, Into the Woods, MAUI the Musical, The King and I [New York], Kiss of the Spiderwoman, and Pyjama Games. He has choreographed for many corporate events including: Gas Night Club, ACONS Hand in Hand 2001, Yamaha International and fashion parades. Zac was assistant choreographer to Ramon Doringo for ACONS Hand in Hand 1999 and Men in Black Movie Launch. Zac has also taught at Arthur Murray Dance School.
Trent
Kidd
Tap
Trent trained at The McDonald College Of Performing Arts as well as Steps On Broadway and Broadway Dance Centre in New York. After graduating Trent moved to London for 2 years where he took up the position of Resident Tap Teacher and Tap Coordinator at DanceWorks. While in London he also held various Tap workshops and became the Private Tap Coach to various West End performers.
Tap
Trent trained at The McDonald College Of Performing Arts as well as Steps On Broadway and Broadway Dance Centre in New York. After graduating Trent moved to London for 2 years where he took up the position of Resident Tap Teacher and Tap Coordinator at DanceWorks. While in London he also held various Tap workshops and became the Private Tap Coach to various West End performers.
Jason
Liu Brennan
Jazz / Funk / Hip Hop
Jason trained at The MacDonald College in classical ballet [RAD] Jazz, Contemporary, Contact Impro, Tribal, Hip Hop, Funk, Rap and Breakdance. Jason’s professional credits include Pacific Sky Cruise Ship, Firestorm [Produced/Directed/Performed], Bodies, Gluttony [Co director/Choreographer] City Live, Sydney 2000 Olympic Games [Assistant Choreographer], Caribbean Tempest and Linnaeus, Prince of Flowers, Gael Force ‘Lights Camera Chaos’, Fox Studios, Power Rangers Asian Tour [Malaysia, Singapore and Philippines], Turrandot and Aida, Trojans [Opera Australia and Sydney Dance Company] Phantales, Sesame Street Live, and La Cage Follies. Jason has taught for the Australian Institute of music, University of Western Sydney, Australian Theatre for Young People, Aboriginal Dance Theatre Redfern, McDonald College, Keene Kids, Jane Scali, Dynamite Studios and Brent Street School of Performing Arts.
Jazz / Funk / Hip Hop
Jason trained at The MacDonald College in classical ballet [RAD] Jazz, Contemporary, Contact Impro, Tribal, Hip Hop, Funk, Rap and Breakdance. Jason’s professional credits include Pacific Sky Cruise Ship, Firestorm [Produced/Directed/Performed], Bodies, Gluttony [Co director/Choreographer] City Live, Sydney 2000 Olympic Games [Assistant Choreographer], Caribbean Tempest and Linnaeus, Prince of Flowers, Gael Force ‘Lights Camera Chaos’, Fox Studios, Power Rangers Asian Tour [Malaysia, Singapore and Philippines], Turrandot and Aida, Trojans [Opera Australia and Sydney Dance Company] Phantales, Sesame Street Live, and La Cage Follies. Jason has taught for the Australian Institute of music, University of Western Sydney, Australian Theatre for Young People, Aboriginal Dance Theatre Redfern, McDonald College, Keene Kids, Jane Scali, Dynamite Studios and Brent Street School of Performing Arts.
Lauren
Nalty
Latin
Lauren has been dancing since she was three years old and is extensively trained in various styles including Latin American, Ballroom, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary and Hip Hop. She trained at various dance schools around Sydney, primarily at Riviera Dance Centre. She began competing successfully in Ballroom and Latin American dancing at the age of nine, but gave up competing for full-time work and to pursue her passion for teaching dance. Lauren has been a dance instructor since she was sixteen, for various renowned schools around Sydney. She has also taught dance of various styles in high schools around Sydney. Lauren has run dance workshops for well-known director and choreographer Kate Champion and is currently pursuing other professional choreography ventures. She is heavily involved in the musical theatre scene for various companies. Her performance credits include productions such as West Side Story, Mack and Mabel, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Footloose, Grease, Shout and Godspell . Other performance credits include the DIVA awards, Sleaze Ball and film clip credits for Australian artists such as Grinspoon. Her musical theatre choreography credits include, Les Miserables, Rent, Shout, Cabaret, The Buddy Holly Story and Eurobeat. Lauren believes in ensuring that her students leave her class feeling as though they have engaged in some exercise, learnt new skills, but most importantly, had fun!
Latin
Lauren has been dancing since she was three years old and is extensively trained in various styles including Latin American, Ballroom, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary and Hip Hop. She trained at various dance schools around Sydney, primarily at Riviera Dance Centre. She began competing successfully in Ballroom and Latin American dancing at the age of nine, but gave up competing for full-time work and to pursue her passion for teaching dance. Lauren has been a dance instructor since she was sixteen, for various renowned schools around Sydney. She has also taught dance of various styles in high schools around Sydney. Lauren has run dance workshops for well-known director and choreographer Kate Champion and is currently pursuing other professional choreography ventures. She is heavily involved in the musical theatre scene for various companies. Her performance credits include productions such as West Side Story, Mack and Mabel, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, Footloose, Grease, Shout and Godspell . Other performance credits include the DIVA awards, Sleaze Ball and film clip credits for Australian artists such as Grinspoon. Her musical theatre choreography credits include, Les Miserables, Rent, Shout, Cabaret, The Buddy Holly Story and Eurobeat. Lauren believes in ensuring that her students leave her class feeling as though they have engaged in some exercise, learnt new skills, but most importantly, had fun!
Carly
OConnor
Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop
Carly trained at the Edge Performing Arts (Los Angeles, USA) and the Borovanski Ballet Academy. Carly is a commercial dancer and choreographer for stage, film and television. She has danced with many Australian leading artists including television apppearances with Marcia and Deni Hines – Australian Idol Grand Final, Hudu Gurus – NRL Grand Final 2006, Anthony Callea – New Year’s Eve Ball. She has also danced on episodes of the Footy Show, Australia’s next top model and Celebrity Big Brother. Carly has danced live on stage with numerous artists including MIKA, Tina Arena, Inaya Day, Courtney Act and Marcia Hines. Carly has appeared in music video clips for “Sneaky Sound System” – I love it, “Marcia Hines” – Got to Believe and “Suzy Ray” – Disco in my Car. Carly’s recent choreographic credits included “MIKA” Lollipop Australian Tour and “Eskimo Joe” London Bombs Video Clip as well as choreographing various fashion and hair parades for corporate clients such as Bloch Dancewear, Toni & Guy, Wella and Antz Pants.
Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop
Carly trained at the Edge Performing Arts (Los Angeles, USA) and the Borovanski Ballet Academy. Carly is a commercial dancer and choreographer for stage, film and television. She has danced with many Australian leading artists including television apppearances with Marcia and Deni Hines – Australian Idol Grand Final, Hudu Gurus – NRL Grand Final 2006, Anthony Callea – New Year’s Eve Ball. She has also danced on episodes of the Footy Show, Australia’s next top model and Celebrity Big Brother. Carly has danced live on stage with numerous artists including MIKA, Tina Arena, Inaya Day, Courtney Act and Marcia Hines. Carly has appeared in music video clips for “Sneaky Sound System” – I love it, “Marcia Hines” – Got to Believe and “Suzy Ray” – Disco in my Car. Carly’s recent choreographic credits included “MIKA” Lollipop Australian Tour and “Eskimo Joe” London Bombs Video Clip as well as choreographing various fashion and hair parades for corporate clients such as Bloch Dancewear, Toni & Guy, Wella and Antz Pants.
Manuela
Oliveira
Hip Hop/ JFH/ Street Jazz
Choreographer / Dancer / Model describes the true entertainer, Manuela Oliveira, who has appeared in many TV shows, music videos, stage performances and TV commercials both nationally and internationally. Born in Australia, she travels throughout the globe to work, teach and fullfill her passion for choreographing and performing. Her credits include: “So You Think You Can Dance” Australia season 1 as Choreographer; “So You Think You Can Dance” Malaysia season 1 and season 2 as Artistic Director / Choreographer and Guest Judge; “Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards” as choreographer; amd “Raymond Weil” watch launch as choreographer. Manuela has appeared in music videos and stage performances for artists from Sony Music, Warner Music, Universal Records and has performed alongside international and national artists such as “Samantha Jade” (Jive Records signed artist) at the “Australian Urban Music Awards ” 2007; “Israel” (Nufirm Records) Australia’s no.1 R&B Artist; support act performances and Australian promo tours such as: “Chingy” Australian Tour Support Act 2006; Black Eyed Peas Promo Tour Support Act; “P Diddy” Promo Tour Support Act; and Martell VSOP ‘Rise Above’ Dance Tour throughout Malaysia 2006/2007. Manuela also worked with the US leading Choreographer ‘Michael Rooney’, one of America’s top choreographers in the world of TV commercials and stage shows. Manuela has appeared as a dancer and model in TV commercials, print ads, billboards and catalogues throughout Australia, Europe, Japan, India, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and USA. Credits include: Shape Magazine Cover Girl 2008, Celcome Euro 2008 TVC, Sony Ericsson'W910i' TVC, Samsung TVC, 7UP TVC, FnN TVC, Pump Water, Old Navy, Nippon Paint, Skol Beer, Tiger Beer, HSBC, McDonald’s, Coca-cola, Vodafone, Nike, Adidas, Yamaha and more. Manuela Teaches nationally and internationally from Sydney to Malaysia, Indonesia and Taiwan. Her styles include: Hip Hop, Street Jazz, Lyrical Jazz, Breakdance, Popping and House. Manuela continues to share her passion for dance whilst in pursuit of her ultimate goal of becoming a recording artist to bring true entertainment and performances to the stage. For more info visit: www.manuelaworld.com and www.myspace.com/manuelaworld
Hip Hop/ JFH/ Street Jazz
Choreographer / Dancer / Model describes the true entertainer, Manuela Oliveira, who has appeared in many TV shows, music videos, stage performances and TV commercials both nationally and internationally. Born in Australia, she travels throughout the globe to work, teach and fullfill her passion for choreographing and performing. Her credits include: “So You Think You Can Dance” Australia season 1 as Choreographer; “So You Think You Can Dance” Malaysia season 1 and season 2 as Artistic Director / Choreographer and Guest Judge; “Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards” as choreographer; amd “Raymond Weil” watch launch as choreographer. Manuela has appeared in music videos and stage performances for artists from Sony Music, Warner Music, Universal Records and has performed alongside international and national artists such as “Samantha Jade” (Jive Records signed artist) at the “Australian Urban Music Awards ” 2007; “Israel” (Nufirm Records) Australia’s no.1 R&B Artist; support act performances and Australian promo tours such as: “Chingy” Australian Tour Support Act 2006; Black Eyed Peas Promo Tour Support Act; “P Diddy” Promo Tour Support Act; and Martell VSOP ‘Rise Above’ Dance Tour throughout Malaysia 2006/2007. Manuela also worked with the US leading Choreographer ‘Michael Rooney’, one of America’s top choreographers in the world of TV commercials and stage shows. Manuela has appeared as a dancer and model in TV commercials, print ads, billboards and catalogues throughout Australia, Europe, Japan, India, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and USA. Credits include: Shape Magazine Cover Girl 2008, Celcome Euro 2008 TVC, Sony Ericsson'W910i' TVC, Samsung TVC, 7UP TVC, FnN TVC, Pump Water, Old Navy, Nippon Paint, Skol Beer, Tiger Beer, HSBC, McDonald’s, Coca-cola, Vodafone, Nike, Adidas, Yamaha and more. Manuela Teaches nationally and internationally from Sydney to Malaysia, Indonesia and Taiwan. Her styles include: Hip Hop, Street Jazz, Lyrical Jazz, Breakdance, Popping and House. Manuela continues to share her passion for dance whilst in pursuit of her ultimate goal of becoming a recording artist to bring true entertainment and performances to the stage. For more info visit: www.manuelaworld.com and www.myspace.com/manuelaworld
Kristian
Pellisier
Ballet
Kristian is a graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School(VCASS) and the Australian Ballet School(2001). At VCASS, Kristian was trained in ballet, kinetics, modern, contemporary, jazz, tap, gymnastics, acrobatics, ethnic and Spanish dance styles. He was the recipient of the Anne Woolliams Award for dedication and excellence in Dance (1997) and the Lucie Saronova Memorial Scholarship(1998) for Cecchetti, receiving Honours for the Elementary and Intermediate Cecchetti in the same year. At the Australian Ballet School, Kristian was the recipient of the RMIT Theatre Studies Award, Michael Easton Scholarship(1999 and 2000) and the Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship(2001). Kristian was the founding member of a Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada(2002), where he performed numerous soloist roles. He has also performed with Bondi Ballet, Opera Australia, The Australian Ballet, The Dancers Company and Sydney Dance Company, Expressions Dance Company and Royal New Zealand Ballet on secondment. He has performed roles from Flower festival at Genzano, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Coppelia, Symphony in D and The Nutcracker and created solos in both classical and contemporary works for various choreographers including Jason Pitt, Jiri Kylian, Simone Clifford, Derek Dean, Paulina Quinteros and Graeme Murphy. Kristian has worked as a guest teacher for various schools in Sydney as well as adjudicated for the Xtreme Dance Eisteddford and Mc Donald’s Performing Arts Challenge. He has also received choreographic training during the time at VCASS and ABS and the first work he created is used as an aid for teaching the dance composition process for dance Units 1 and 2 of VCE(Victorian Certificate of Education. Kristian is currently studying a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Arts in International Studies at UTS. Kristian received the title of “Yoga Siromani” (Yoga Teacher) through the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre and is studying for the Associate Diploma in Cecchetti Teaching through the Classical Ballet Cecchetti Society of Australia Inc. Kristian has recently been offered a character role in Bruce Bereford’s upcoming feature film “Mao’s Last Dancer” choreographed by Graeme Murphy.
Ballet
Kristian is a graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School(VCASS) and the Australian Ballet School(2001). At VCASS, Kristian was trained in ballet, kinetics, modern, contemporary, jazz, tap, gymnastics, acrobatics, ethnic and Spanish dance styles. He was the recipient of the Anne Woolliams Award for dedication and excellence in Dance (1997) and the Lucie Saronova Memorial Scholarship(1998) for Cecchetti, receiving Honours for the Elementary and Intermediate Cecchetti in the same year. At the Australian Ballet School, Kristian was the recipient of the RMIT Theatre Studies Award, Michael Easton Scholarship(1999 and 2000) and the Beta Sigma Phi Scholarship(2001). Kristian was the founding member of a Atlantic Ballet Theatre of Canada(2002), where he performed numerous soloist roles. He has also performed with Bondi Ballet, Opera Australia, The Australian Ballet, The Dancers Company and Sydney Dance Company, Expressions Dance Company and Royal New Zealand Ballet on secondment. He has performed roles from Flower festival at Genzano, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Coppelia, Symphony in D and The Nutcracker and created solos in both classical and contemporary works for various choreographers including Jason Pitt, Jiri Kylian, Simone Clifford, Derek Dean, Paulina Quinteros and Graeme Murphy. Kristian has worked as a guest teacher for various schools in Sydney as well as adjudicated for the Xtreme Dance Eisteddford and Mc Donald’s Performing Arts Challenge. He has also received choreographic training during the time at VCASS and ABS and the first work he created is used as an aid for teaching the dance composition process for dance Units 1 and 2 of VCE(Victorian Certificate of Education. Kristian is currently studying a Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Arts in International Studies at UTS. Kristian received the title of “Yoga Siromani” (Yoga Teacher) through the International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre and is studying for the Associate Diploma in Cecchetti Teaching through the Classical Ballet Cecchetti Society of Australia Inc. Kristian has recently been offered a character role in Bruce Bereford’s upcoming feature film “Mao’s Last Dancer” choreographed by Graeme Murphy.
Nacho
Pop
Popping
Nate Mendelsohn aka Nacho Pop has been dancing since he was very young, growing up in New York City. He is the best popper in Australia, and constantly defends his title. Nacho has done TV ads (Lipton, McDonalds, Coca-Cola, Sprite, MTV, Channel V, Toohey's Dry, Evian) and music videos (Bliss n Eso, Paulini, Maya Jupiter), but more importantly, Nacho has won battles against Australasia's best poppers / hip hop dancers, and is held in high regard by elite dancers worldwide. Nacho has been in Sydney now for almost 7 years, running shows for the world famous 'seven dollars crew' and is currently a member of the undisputed best funkstyle crew in all of Australia and New Zealand - STAR CONNECTION. Past gigs of note include : Good Morning Australia, Fly TV (ABC), Strictly Dancing, National Selwyn Tour, Elite dance battle, Chili factor (Channel 10), Planet X, Livid Festival, Big Day Out Channel V dance Space Ads, Room 208 intro, Lipton Commercial (USA), N*E*R*D, Black Eyed Peas, Redman / Method Man, Good Vibrations Festival, National dance awards at Sydney Opera house, Fat Pizza, Foundation for Japanese -Austalian relations, Powerhouse museum, Sydney Festival, Riverside Theatre, Kerry Anne Kennerly. In 2008, Nacho was one of the choreographers for the Top Twenty SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (TEN).
Popping
Nate Mendelsohn aka Nacho Pop has been dancing since he was very young, growing up in New York City. He is the best popper in Australia, and constantly defends his title. Nacho has done TV ads (Lipton, McDonalds, Coca-Cola, Sprite, MTV, Channel V, Toohey's Dry, Evian) and music videos (Bliss n Eso, Paulini, Maya Jupiter), but more importantly, Nacho has won battles against Australasia's best poppers / hip hop dancers, and is held in high regard by elite dancers worldwide. Nacho has been in Sydney now for almost 7 years, running shows for the world famous 'seven dollars crew' and is currently a member of the undisputed best funkstyle crew in all of Australia and New Zealand - STAR CONNECTION. Past gigs of note include : Good Morning Australia, Fly TV (ABC), Strictly Dancing, National Selwyn Tour, Elite dance battle, Chili factor (Channel 10), Planet X, Livid Festival, Big Day Out Channel V dance Space Ads, Room 208 intro, Lipton Commercial (USA), N*E*R*D, Black Eyed Peas, Redman / Method Man, Good Vibrations Festival, National dance awards at Sydney Opera house, Fat Pizza, Foundation for Japanese -Austalian relations, Powerhouse museum, Sydney Festival, Riverside Theatre, Kerry Anne Kennerly. In 2008, Nacho was one of the choreographers for the Top Twenty SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE (TEN).
Dale
Pope
Lyrical Jazz
Dale Pope is one of the senior teachers at Sydney Dance Company specialising in Lyrical Jazz. With a full career encompassing training at the New Zealand School of Performing Arts, 2x NZ Representative for International Aerobics Championships, performing with Kylie Minogue, Marica Hines, kd lang, and Caroline O’Connor, entertaining royalty – Queen Elizabeth, Prince Edward and the King and Queen of Sweden and most recently dancing in the movie Mao’s Last Dancer, Dale now focuses on her nationwide children’s dance fitness program RED (Raw Energy Dance), teaching and choreographing. Dale is choreographer to Bindi Irwin on Bindi Kid Fitness DVD #1 and #2, Bindi the Jungle Girl TV and DVD series, Bindi and the Crocmen Live Shows, G’day USA Tour 2007 (a career highlight was seeing her work on the New York City Centre stage in front of a 3000 strong audience), Bindi’s music video clip ‘Trouble in the Jungle’ and the Steve Irwin Day release ‘My Dad’. Dale is also NSW State Choreographer and invited International Tour Choreographer for the Australian Girls Choir (of the Qantas Ad fame) and National Dance Co-ordinator for Aus Girls Dance. Dale’s work has been performed on stages in Paris, Rome, Prague, New York and Sydney’s Opera House, but her greatest enjoyment to date has been found working with indigenous children throughout Cape York and Torres Straight Islands.
Lyrical Jazz
Dale Pope is one of the senior teachers at Sydney Dance Company specialising in Lyrical Jazz. With a full career encompassing training at the New Zealand School of Performing Arts, 2x NZ Representative for International Aerobics Championships, performing with Kylie Minogue, Marica Hines, kd lang, and Caroline O’Connor, entertaining royalty – Queen Elizabeth, Prince Edward and the King and Queen of Sweden and most recently dancing in the movie Mao’s Last Dancer, Dale now focuses on her nationwide children’s dance fitness program RED (Raw Energy Dance), teaching and choreographing. Dale is choreographer to Bindi Irwin on Bindi Kid Fitness DVD #1 and #2, Bindi the Jungle Girl TV and DVD series, Bindi and the Crocmen Live Shows, G’day USA Tour 2007 (a career highlight was seeing her work on the New York City Centre stage in front of a 3000 strong audience), Bindi’s music video clip ‘Trouble in the Jungle’ and the Steve Irwin Day release ‘My Dad’. Dale is also NSW State Choreographer and invited International Tour Choreographer for the Australian Girls Choir (of the Qantas Ad fame) and National Dance Co-ordinator for Aus Girls Dance. Dale’s work has been performed on stages in Paris, Rome, Prague, New York and Sydney’s Opera House, but her greatest enjoyment to date has been found working with indigenous children throughout Cape York and Torres Straight Islands.
Dianne
Rakebrandt
Jazz Funk Hip Hop (JFH)
Dianne is a commercial dancer in Sydney and completed the full-time course at Brent Street School of Performing Arts. Her Musical Theatre Credits include Oh! What a Night (Gloria) and Grease the Arena Musical (ensemble and as understudy for Cha Cha). She has danced in music video clips “Out with my Baby” Guy Sebastian, “Love 2 Love” James Kannis and “So Hot Right Now” Jade McCrae. Dianne has appeared in many TV Commercials and also on TV as a dancer in shows such as Australian Idol Final, Popstars and The Footy Show.
Jazz Funk Hip Hop (JFH)
Dianne is a commercial dancer in Sydney and completed the full-time course at Brent Street School of Performing Arts. Her Musical Theatre Credits include Oh! What a Night (Gloria) and Grease the Arena Musical (ensemble and as understudy for Cha Cha). She has danced in music video clips “Out with my Baby” Guy Sebastian, “Love 2 Love” James Kannis and “So Hot Right Now” Jade McCrae. Dianne has appeared in many TV Commercials and also on TV as a dancer in shows such as Australian Idol Final, Popstars and The Footy Show.
Nina
Samberg
Lyrical Jazz / Contemporary
Born and raised in California, Nina began her training in ballet and gymnastics at age 7. She went on to study Jazz and Modern dance once moving to Los Angeles for high school, training with many of LA’s most respected teachers and choreographers at studios such as The Edge Performing Arts, Debbie Reynolds Dance Studio and LA Zeal. Nina trained with such names as Cati Jean, Adam Parson, Michael Schwandt and Alex Magno. Nina also worked in LA as a dancer and choreographer for Red Ant Fashion, performing and choreographing for several fashion and make-up/hair shows. Nina moved to Australia in 2004, studying a Bachelor Design and Visual Communication at UTS whilst continuing to train at the Sydney Dance Company. Within her first 6 months, Nina was one of the founding dancers of Sydney University’s own dance company MADSOCompany. Since then Nina has performed at several events around Sydney including showcasing of her own choreography as seen at Industry Night
Lyrical Jazz / Contemporary
Born and raised in California, Nina began her training in ballet and gymnastics at age 7. She went on to study Jazz and Modern dance once moving to Los Angeles for high school, training with many of LA’s most respected teachers and choreographers at studios such as The Edge Performing Arts, Debbie Reynolds Dance Studio and LA Zeal. Nina trained with such names as Cati Jean, Adam Parson, Michael Schwandt and Alex Magno. Nina also worked in LA as a dancer and choreographer for Red Ant Fashion, performing and choreographing for several fashion and make-up/hair shows. Nina moved to Australia in 2004, studying a Bachelor Design and Visual Communication at UTS whilst continuing to train at the Sydney Dance Company. Within her first 6 months, Nina was one of the founding dancers of Sydney University’s own dance company MADSOCompany. Since then Nina has performed at several events around Sydney including showcasing of her own choreography as seen at Industry Night
Andrew
Sears
Hip Hop
Andrew has been dancing since 2003 training under some of Australia’s leading choreographers. His focus has been on hip hop and commercial styles, his choreography is a melting pot of lyrical hip hop/commercial/jazz funk using beats and lyrics as his main focus when teaching! In 2006 Andrew toured Malaysia as part of the “rize above tour” as well as dancing for Israel (the artist) and at the Urban Music Awards, as well Andrew has danced for Coca~Cola and at various club venues. Andrew has also done some modelling work for MacDonalds and appeared on a CD cover for the “rize above dance” compilation through out Asia . as well as appearing in the bollywood film “hey baby” and music video clips for the young diva’s and Roxanne lebrasse. Andrew believes that teaching allows an opportunity to share with others what he has learnt himself and plans on travelling overseas in the near future to further his training in many styles of dance ad performance.
Hip Hop
Andrew has been dancing since 2003 training under some of Australia’s leading choreographers. His focus has been on hip hop and commercial styles, his choreography is a melting pot of lyrical hip hop/commercial/jazz funk using beats and lyrics as his main focus when teaching! In 2006 Andrew toured Malaysia as part of the “rize above tour” as well as dancing for Israel (the artist) and at the Urban Music Awards, as well Andrew has danced for Coca~Cola and at various club venues. Andrew has also done some modelling work for MacDonalds and appeared on a CD cover for the “rize above dance” compilation through out Asia . as well as appearing in the bollywood film “hey baby” and music video clips for the young diva’s and Roxanne lebrasse. Andrew believes that teaching allows an opportunity to share with others what he has learnt himself and plans on travelling overseas in the near future to further his training in many styles of dance ad performance.
Sarah
Stollery
Hip Hop, JFH
Contemporary Jazz/ JFH Sarah has been dancing for over 13 years. In 2001, Sarah attained a scholarship to attend The McDonald College of Performing Arts College in Sydney, where she studied for six years in Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Hip Hop, and Lyrical. In 2008 she was employed at the college to teach Hip Hop and JFH. In 2004 she traveled to The United States and trained at the Broadway Dance Centre, Steps on Broadway and The Edge Studios. Some credits include: Qantas and Australian Rugby sponsorship performances, Performances at Disneyland, Universal Studios and Cranegie Hall, Dance and Hair Expos, The DIVA Awards 2006, was a dancer for singer/song writer Jade Macrae, performed at The Australian Dance Awards. She was also assistant choreographer to Ramon Doringo choreographing a stage performance with Katie Underwood, performed in a contemporary/hip hop piece choreographed by Marko Panzic and Sarah Boulter in the 2007 Short+Sweet Dance, assistant at The L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival 2008, Mardi Gra 2008 stage dancer for Olivia Newton John and Cyndi Lauper. Also in 2007 Sarah was awarded a scholarship through Project Moda and The Passion for Dance Project to train intensively in Los Angeles at The Edge Studios, Millennium Dance Complex and Debbie Reynolds Dance Studio. Whilst in L.A., she took class from choreographers such as Wade Robson, Kevin Maher, Blake McGrath, Mandy Moore and Eddie Garcia.
Hip Hop, JFH
Contemporary Jazz/ JFH Sarah has been dancing for over 13 years. In 2001, Sarah attained a scholarship to attend The McDonald College of Performing Arts College in Sydney, where she studied for six years in Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Hip Hop, and Lyrical. In 2008 she was employed at the college to teach Hip Hop and JFH. In 2004 she traveled to The United States and trained at the Broadway Dance Centre, Steps on Broadway and The Edge Studios. Some credits include: Qantas and Australian Rugby sponsorship performances, Performances at Disneyland, Universal Studios and Cranegie Hall, Dance and Hair Expos, The DIVA Awards 2006, was a dancer for singer/song writer Jade Macrae, performed at The Australian Dance Awards. She was also assistant choreographer to Ramon Doringo choreographing a stage performance with Katie Underwood, performed in a contemporary/hip hop piece choreographed by Marko Panzic and Sarah Boulter in the 2007 Short+Sweet Dance, assistant at The L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival 2008, Mardi Gra 2008 stage dancer for Olivia Newton John and Cyndi Lauper. Also in 2007 Sarah was awarded a scholarship through Project Moda and The Passion for Dance Project to train intensively in Los Angeles at The Edge Studios, Millennium Dance Complex and Debbie Reynolds Dance Studio. Whilst in L.A., she took class from choreographers such as Wade Robson, Kevin Maher, Blake McGrath, Mandy Moore and Eddie Garcia.
Yannus
Sufandi
Hip Hop, JFH
Actor/Choreographer/Model describes the multi-talented Yannus Sufandi. Born in Java, Indonesia, Yannus grew up in Australia and travels the world in pursuit of his dreams. His credits include Choreographer for: “So You Think You Can Dance" Australia Season 1; Artistic Director/Choreographer/Guest Judge for “So You Think You Can Dance” Malaysia Season 1 and Season 2; Guest Presenter for the TV show “One Million Dollar Dance Battle” on MTV Taiwan; Choreographer for the ”Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards” Australia 2007; choreography for TV Commercials 7UP TVC, Sony Ericsson TVC, Peugeot 206 TVC, Samsung TVC, High 5 Bread TVC; choreography for FINK, an Australian Feature Film and choreography for stage performances and music videos for artists from Sony Music, Warner Music, Universal Records. Yannus has performed for world leaders at APEC 2007 (held at the Sydney Opera House); for the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards 2006/2007; as well as corporate performances for Coca Cola, Visa, Microsoft, Adidas, Vodafone, Martel VSOP, EA (Electronic Arts), Castrol Edge, A1 Grand Prix Australia, Nike, Philips and many more. Yannus has taught at prestigious dance schools worldwide from Broadway Dance Centre in New York to Sydney Dance Company in Australia as well as dance schools in other countries such as Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia and more. He has performed with touring productions such as Rumba 2002 Australian Tour and Martell VSOP Malaysian Tour, 2002 and 2004. Yannus has performed live on stage for televised productions such as the Aria Awards (Australian Music Awards) 2002/2004 and OZ Music Awards. He has performed in support acts and promotional tours for 2001 Destiny’s Child Australian Tour, Black Eyed Peas Promo Tour, Pharrel Promo Tour, Fatman Scoop and Mis-Teeq Promo Tour. Yannus has also worked with Michael Rooney, one of America’s top choreographers of TV commercials and stage performances! His acting credits include Tales of Hoffman Opera, Julius Caesar Opera, Turandot Opera and Madam Butterfly Opera - all performed at the iconic Sydney Opera House. Yannus has also featured in short films and is the leading actor in many TV Commercials including U Mobile, Telstra, Nippon Paint, 7UP, Samsung Mobile Phone, Old Navy’s, KFC, SBS TV, TM Net and Munchy’s. As a model, Yannus’s credits range from the catwalk to posters, billboards and catalogues for companies such as Sony Vaio CR Series, Adidas (Fall Winter Collection 2007), Diesel, G-Star, Raoul, Energie Fashion, Strathfield Car Radios, Epson Printer, Fashion Week (Sydney 2006), Sydney 2000 Olympic Uniforms, FHM Magazine, Petronas BMW and many more. For more info and videos visit www.yannus.com or www.myspace.com/yannus
Hip Hop, JFH
Actor/Choreographer/Model describes the multi-talented Yannus Sufandi. Born in Java, Indonesia, Yannus grew up in Australia and travels the world in pursuit of his dreams. His credits include Choreographer for: “So You Think You Can Dance" Australia Season 1; Artistic Director/Choreographer/Guest Judge for “So You Think You Can Dance” Malaysia Season 1 and Season 2; Guest Presenter for the TV show “One Million Dollar Dance Battle” on MTV Taiwan; Choreographer for the ”Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards” Australia 2007; choreography for TV Commercials 7UP TVC, Sony Ericsson TVC, Peugeot 206 TVC, Samsung TVC, High 5 Bread TVC; choreography for FINK, an Australian Feature Film and choreography for stage performances and music videos for artists from Sony Music, Warner Music, Universal Records. Yannus has performed for world leaders at APEC 2007 (held at the Sydney Opera House); for the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards 2006/2007; as well as corporate performances for Coca Cola, Visa, Microsoft, Adidas, Vodafone, Martel VSOP, EA (Electronic Arts), Castrol Edge, A1 Grand Prix Australia, Nike, Philips and many more. Yannus has taught at prestigious dance schools worldwide from Broadway Dance Centre in New York to Sydney Dance Company in Australia as well as dance schools in other countries such as Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia and more. He has performed with touring productions such as Rumba 2002 Australian Tour and Martell VSOP Malaysian Tour, 2002 and 2004. Yannus has performed live on stage for televised productions such as the Aria Awards (Australian Music Awards) 2002/2004 and OZ Music Awards. He has performed in support acts and promotional tours for 2001 Destiny’s Child Australian Tour, Black Eyed Peas Promo Tour, Pharrel Promo Tour, Fatman Scoop and Mis-Teeq Promo Tour. Yannus has also worked with Michael Rooney, one of America’s top choreographers of TV commercials and stage performances! His acting credits include Tales of Hoffman Opera, Julius Caesar Opera, Turandot Opera and Madam Butterfly Opera - all performed at the iconic Sydney Opera House. Yannus has also featured in short films and is the leading actor in many TV Commercials including U Mobile, Telstra, Nippon Paint, 7UP, Samsung Mobile Phone, Old Navy’s, KFC, SBS TV, TM Net and Munchy’s. As a model, Yannus’s credits range from the catwalk to posters, billboards and catalogues for companies such as Sony Vaio CR Series, Adidas (Fall Winter Collection 2007), Diesel, G-Star, Raoul, Energie Fashion, Strathfield Car Radios, Epson Printer, Fashion Week (Sydney 2006), Sydney 2000 Olympic Uniforms, FHM Magazine, Petronas BMW and many more. For more info and videos visit www.yannus.com or www.myspace.com/yannus
Jess
T
Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop
Jessica Leah Taylor (a.k.a. Jess T) was trained in Sydney at Brent Street Studios and NIDA where she won “The Roadshow Entertainment Scholarship”. She has recently returned from London where she played the role “Lambchops” in the European tour of Fame the Musical. Whilst overseas she conducted workshops in Holland, Germany and in London at “Dance Attic”and “Pineapple Studios”. She also choreographed for the “UK Foundation of Dance” and “The American School of Cinematography”. She appeared in and choreographed various film clips and TV Commercials in the UK and was a dancer and choreographer for MTV. She also performed at “Uitmarkt” (European Musical Festival). Previous to this, Jess T performed with Sydney Dance Company Studios at The Australian Dance Awards (choreographed by Leslie Bell and directed by Ramon Doringo). Jess T has had extensive experience in Musical Theatre, Acting and Commercial Dance, credits include: The National Theatre Company’s production of “Pygmalion” (role of Clara), Hermia in a “A Mid Summer Nights Dream”, Lizie in “City Gym the Musical” and Erma in “Anything Goes”. She has toured with “The Wiggles”, “Warner Brothers Live Entertainment” and was host on “The Humphrey Bear Show”. Jess T has choreographed many major fashion events for Billabong, Supre, NSW Bridal exhibitions and Miss Indy as well as TV shows, Fox Sports, Good News Week and Strictly Dancing. In 2007 she choreographed and performed at Sydney Mardi Gras. Jess T appeared in feature film “Four Door Mansion” in which she played the supporting role of Tania. The film recently won best comedy in the LA Film Festival. She has also appeared in “Home and Away”, “All Saints” and numerous television commercials. Also a fitness instructor, Jess T is renowned for her high impact and energetic class structure.
Jazz, Funk, Hip Hop
Jessica Leah Taylor (a.k.a. Jess T) was trained in Sydney at Brent Street Studios and NIDA where she won “The Roadshow Entertainment Scholarship”. She has recently returned from London where she played the role “Lambchops” in the European tour of Fame the Musical. Whilst overseas she conducted workshops in Holland, Germany and in London at “Dance Attic”and “Pineapple Studios”. She also choreographed for the “UK Foundation of Dance” and “The American School of Cinematography”. She appeared in and choreographed various film clips and TV Commercials in the UK and was a dancer and choreographer for MTV. She also performed at “Uitmarkt” (European Musical Festival). Previous to this, Jess T performed with Sydney Dance Company Studios at The Australian Dance Awards (choreographed by Leslie Bell and directed by Ramon Doringo). Jess T has had extensive experience in Musical Theatre, Acting and Commercial Dance, credits include: The National Theatre Company’s production of “Pygmalion” (role of Clara), Hermia in a “A Mid Summer Nights Dream”, Lizie in “City Gym the Musical” and Erma in “Anything Goes”. She has toured with “The Wiggles”, “Warner Brothers Live Entertainment” and was host on “The Humphrey Bear Show”. Jess T has choreographed many major fashion events for Billabong, Supre, NSW Bridal exhibitions and Miss Indy as well as TV shows, Fox Sports, Good News Week and Strictly Dancing. In 2007 she choreographed and performed at Sydney Mardi Gras. Jess T appeared in feature film “Four Door Mansion” in which she played the supporting role of Tania. The film recently won best comedy in the LA Film Festival. She has also appeared in “Home and Away”, “All Saints” and numerous television commercials. Also a fitness instructor, Jess T is renowned for her high impact and energetic class structure.
Stephen
Tannos
Hip Hop / JFH
Stephen, at 19, has recently returned from an 18 month tour of Asia with the musical “CATS” He made his musical debut at age thirteen in Cameron Mackintosh’s “Oliver!” He has trained extensively in all types of dance, most recently at Sydney’s Brent Street Studios, as well as singing with Rob Martin. He also trained as a gymnast and was part of the Sydney Olympics closing ceremony. He has was a member of “Rapt” hip hop crew and performed at numerous corporate functions. He launched the TV Show “Dance on Sunset” as a part of the “Nick 6”. Stephen is the lead singer of the rock band “Dammit Janet”
Hip Hop / JFH
Stephen, at 19, has recently returned from an 18 month tour of Asia with the musical “CATS” He made his musical debut at age thirteen in Cameron Mackintosh’s “Oliver!” He has trained extensively in all types of dance, most recently at Sydney’s Brent Street Studios, as well as singing with Rob Martin. He also trained as a gymnast and was part of the Sydney Olympics closing ceremony. He has was a member of “Rapt” hip hop crew and performed at numerous corporate functions. He launched the TV Show “Dance on Sunset” as a part of the “Nick 6”. Stephen is the lead singer of the rock band “Dammit Janet”
Yolanda
Thomas
Funk / Hip Hop
Yolanda is one of the longest standing hip hop teachers for Sydney Dance Company casual classes. Her choreography has been seen on various film clips played on Video Hits, Channel V, Rage and Music Max. Holding an advanced certificate in performing arts from DAVID ATKINS DYNAMITE STUDIOS, Yolanda keeps updated by flying to L.A once a year and doing workshops with the hottest choreographers in L.A. Recently she was hired by a dance group to update them with the latest hip hop grooves before they performed with Snoop Dog in Las Vegas (filmed by MTV). She was called upon by Maz from MTV Australia to choreograph and appear in MTV‘s show, FULL TANK where she took 4 finalists from the Cleo Bachelor Of The Year competition through their paces in a grueling hip hop routine. Australian national tours include Coca Cola’s Redfest media launches as a rapper/dancer and dancing with New York band Reel 2 Real (“I like to move it, move it!”). Yolanda’s musical theatre highlights include the role of Donna Sue Miller. in GREASE the Arena Spectacular, she was also the understudy to Danni Minogue as RIZZO, with minimum crowds of 10,000 in Australia and 40,000 in N.Z. As a backing vocalist she has worked for artist such as Powder Finger, Wendy Matthews, Robyn Loau and Vanessa Amorosi on many live gigs and T.V appearances. As an original artist she recently returned from showcase gigs in L.A, where she won 2 L.A MUSIC AWARDS for her EP ”Lock up your Sons” available now on ITUNES and www.myspace.com/yolandathomas and was also an Aussie finalist (one of 4 girls) for the CBS show ROCKSTAR SUERNOVA Yolanda was recently photographed by Alexia Sinclair for a book on INSPIRATIONAL AUSTRALIAN WOMEN which will be released world wide in March 2007.
Funk / Hip Hop
Yolanda is one of the longest standing hip hop teachers for Sydney Dance Company casual classes. Her choreography has been seen on various film clips played on Video Hits, Channel V, Rage and Music Max. Holding an advanced certificate in performing arts from DAVID ATKINS DYNAMITE STUDIOS, Yolanda keeps updated by flying to L.A once a year and doing workshops with the hottest choreographers in L.A. Recently she was hired by a dance group to update them with the latest hip hop grooves before they performed with Snoop Dog in Las Vegas (filmed by MTV). She was called upon by Maz from MTV Australia to choreograph and appear in MTV‘s show, FULL TANK where she took 4 finalists from the Cleo Bachelor Of The Year competition through their paces in a grueling hip hop routine. Australian national tours include Coca Cola’s Redfest media launches as a rapper/dancer and dancing with New York band Reel 2 Real (“I like to move it, move it!”). Yolanda’s musical theatre highlights include the role of Donna Sue Miller. in GREASE the Arena Spectacular, she was also the understudy to Danni Minogue as RIZZO, with minimum crowds of 10,000 in Australia and 40,000 in N.Z. As a backing vocalist she has worked for artist such as Powder Finger, Wendy Matthews, Robyn Loau and Vanessa Amorosi on many live gigs and T.V appearances. As an original artist she recently returned from showcase gigs in L.A, where she won 2 L.A MUSIC AWARDS for her EP ”Lock up your Sons” available now on ITUNES and www.myspace.com/yolandathomas and was also an Aussie finalist (one of 4 girls) for the CBS show ROCKSTAR SUERNOVA Yolanda was recently photographed by Alexia Sinclair for a book on INSPIRATIONAL AUSTRALIAN WOMEN which will be released world wide in March 2007.
Rhiannon
Villareal
Jazz, JFH
Rhiannon was one of the TOP TEN dancers on Ten’s SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE in 2008. Rhiannon Villareal began dance classes when she was just two years old. She started dance classes at Brent Street when she was 11 and then trained full time at Brent Street’s Talent Development High School, which gave her the confidence to pursue performing as a professional career. She was a semi-finalist in Australia’s Got Talent, performing with a dance group called Raptous. She performed on Mornings with Kerri-Anne, at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award and the Australian and New Zealand Urban Music Awards. She was part of a TV series called Dare to Dance, which followed four performers’ lives for nine weeks whilst training at Brent Street. And she’s no stranger to the world of video clips either, having performed in big-budget clips for Aussie pop acts Rogue Traders, Girl Band, Nikki Webster and Young Divas. She was even part of Michael Jackson’s HISTORY tour in 1996, where she got to give him a rose as part of the act and he kissed her forehead (“I didn’t wash it for a week!”). Rhiannon loves all styles of dancing but feels most comfortable with the sharp, fluid moves of Jazz.
Jazz, JFH
Rhiannon was one of the TOP TEN dancers on Ten’s SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE in 2008. Rhiannon Villareal began dance classes when she was just two years old. She started dance classes at Brent Street when she was 11 and then trained full time at Brent Street’s Talent Development High School, which gave her the confidence to pursue performing as a professional career. She was a semi-finalist in Australia’s Got Talent, performing with a dance group called Raptous. She performed on Mornings with Kerri-Anne, at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Award and the Australian and New Zealand Urban Music Awards. She was part of a TV series called Dare to Dance, which followed four performers’ lives for nine weeks whilst training at Brent Street. And she’s no stranger to the world of video clips either, having performed in big-budget clips for Aussie pop acts Rogue Traders, Girl Band, Nikki Webster and Young Divas. She was even part of Michael Jackson’s HISTORY tour in 1996, where she got to give him a rose as part of the act and he kissed her forehead (“I didn’t wash it for a week!”). Rhiannon loves all styles of dancing but feels most comfortable with the sharp, fluid moves of Jazz.
Peggy
Watson
Stretzonics
Peggy trained in Glasgow, Scotland before moving to London, where she worked as a Ballet Mistress for The London Palladium for many years. During her early years in Australia she worked in variety theatre for the Tivoli Circuit and JC Williamson Musicals. Peggy became a full-time teacher at Val Tweedie’s Australian Academy of Ballet. She has worked as a rehearsal director for Meryl Tankard and One Extra Dance Company. Peggy has performed in The Australian Ballet productions Anna Kerenina and The Nutcracker.
Stretzonics
Peggy trained in Glasgow, Scotland before moving to London, where she worked as a Ballet Mistress for The London Palladium for many years. During her early years in Australia she worked in variety theatre for the Tivoli Circuit and JC Williamson Musicals. Peggy became a full-time teacher at Val Tweedie’s Australian Academy of Ballet. She has worked as a rehearsal director for Meryl Tankard and One Extra Dance Company. Peggy has performed in The Australian Ballet productions Anna Kerenina and The Nutcracker.
Gemma
West
Jazz
Gemma has just returned to Australia after a successful career in the UK and Germany performing lead roles in some of the most successful musicals of all time. Most recently Gemma was seen in the lead roles of Pearl and Dinah in ‘Starlight Express’ , in Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s specially built flagship theatre in Bochum, Germany. She has also toured Germany and Switzerland performing as Demeter, Silabub, Victoria, Cassandra and Elektra in ‘Cats’ and also worked with Roman Polanski for the Hamburg premiere of his musical ‘Tanz der Vampire’ (‘Dance of the Vampires’) , a cult musical now in its 12th year. Gemma has also appeared as Sandy in ‘Grease’ and in productions of ‘Half a Sixpence’, ‘Jolson’, ‘The Kids from Fame’, Agatha Christie’s ‘A Murder is Announced’, ‘Elvis-The Musical’ and ‘High Society’. In addition to this Gemma has performed for P&O Cruises UK (MV Oriana). Gemma has appeared on high rating German TV programs such as ‘17:30’ (SAT1), ‘Hinter den Kulissen’ (SAT1), ‘Die Gröβten Musical Hits’ (ZDF) as well as on ‘Today’ for Channel 9. Prior to leaving Australia, Gemma performed with the Bondi Ballet Company as Slammer in ‘Arena’ and IC Pole in ‘Gluttony’ for CityLive. She has also worked for AusDance NSW, ACON and the DIVA Committee. A sought-after choreographer and teacher, Gemma has taught and choreographed for the Aboriginal Dance Theatre, ACON and many corporate events. She has also worked closely with Ramon Doringo on various productions. In addition to Sydney Dance Company, Gemma has taught for Brent Street, PAWS, Keane Kids and ATYP
Jazz
Gemma has just returned to Australia after a successful career in the UK and Germany performing lead roles in some of the most successful musicals of all time. Most recently Gemma was seen in the lead roles of Pearl and Dinah in ‘Starlight Express’ , in Andrew Lloyd-Webber’s specially built flagship theatre in Bochum, Germany. She has also toured Germany and Switzerland performing as Demeter, Silabub, Victoria, Cassandra and Elektra in ‘Cats’ and also worked with Roman Polanski for the Hamburg premiere of his musical ‘Tanz der Vampire’ (‘Dance of the Vampires’) , a cult musical now in its 12th year. Gemma has also appeared as Sandy in ‘Grease’ and in productions of ‘Half a Sixpence’, ‘Jolson’, ‘The Kids from Fame’, Agatha Christie’s ‘A Murder is Announced’, ‘Elvis-The Musical’ and ‘High Society’. In addition to this Gemma has performed for P&O Cruises UK (MV Oriana). Gemma has appeared on high rating German TV programs such as ‘17:30’ (SAT1), ‘Hinter den Kulissen’ (SAT1), ‘Die Gröβten Musical Hits’ (ZDF) as well as on ‘Today’ for Channel 9. Prior to leaving Australia, Gemma performed with the Bondi Ballet Company as Slammer in ‘Arena’ and IC Pole in ‘Gluttony’ for CityLive. She has also worked for AusDance NSW, ACON and the DIVA Committee. A sought-after choreographer and teacher, Gemma has taught and choreographed for the Aboriginal Dance Theatre, ACON and many corporate events. She has also worked closely with Ramon Doringo on various productions. In addition to Sydney Dance Company, Gemma has taught for Brent Street, PAWS, Keane Kids and ATYP
Carolyn
Yates
Tap
Carolyn Yates’ tap class is designed for both beginners and advanced beginners. With extensive training at the Broadway Dance Center, NYC, Carolyn’s classes focus on the basics of tap, followed by combinations, and a tap routine inspired by the latest style of Broadway and rhythm tap. Carolyn has performed both on stage and television, including Channel 9’s Today show and Bert Newton’s Good Morning Australia. Carolyn co-produced the short film, ‘Step in Time’ winning Best Musical at the New York International Film Festival. A videographer and editor, Carolyn specialises in editing performance footage for www.proshowreel.com.au
Tap
Carolyn Yates’ tap class is designed for both beginners and advanced beginners. With extensive training at the Broadway Dance Center, NYC, Carolyn’s classes focus on the basics of tap, followed by combinations, and a tap routine inspired by the latest style of Broadway and rhythm tap. Carolyn has performed both on stage and television, including Channel 9’s Today show and Bert Newton’s Good Morning Australia. Carolyn co-produced the short film, ‘Step in Time’ winning Best Musical at the New York International Film Festival. A videographer and editor, Carolyn specialises in editing performance footage for www.proshowreel.com.au