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Qualifications
Skill Set
I’m definitely proud of the skills I’ve gained across the years, and lucky to have had the support to become a professional in my field. Read through my site to discover how you can benefit from my skills.
Singing
I studied Singing with Alix Longman at the Dance Factory as part of our full time training course then in more depth with Danny Stone (who sang at the Swagman) before employing the fantastic skills of Greg Mills of Young Talent Time fame.
Jazz
Fully qualified in Jazz Dance through the Dance Factory initial Syllabus, Academy of Teachers Dancing with Honours. Also further studies with Jillian Fitzgerald (Matt Matox Technique) and Barbara Warren-Smith ( Giordano and Luigi Tequniques). Diploma of Dance Teaching and Management from Box Hill TAFE.
Tap
Teachers Academy of Australian Dancing Tap qualification with Honours. Further study with Alan Onickle (USA) and Paul Davis (42nd Street and Tap Dogs)
Ballet
Associate Diploma in Classical Ballet with Cecchetti Society of Australia and Cert IV in Workplace training and Assessment. Further studies with Janette Liddell, Dance Factory
Teaching
I have many years of teaching experience and most of my students have made the transition to either professional dance or have started their own dance schools. I have worked as a freelance teacher for various Studios including Mathis School of Dance, Helen Alcock School of Dance and Mordialloc Community Centre.
Professional History
As an Adjudicator, I always give constructive but informative critics based on the performance just presented to me in each Eisteddfod. I am qualified in Ballet, Jazz and Tap dance and have done extensive study into Contemporary dance and Singing which provides me with a strong knowledge base. I am happy to judge your Championship evening confidently due to my teaching and performance experience.
Goodwill Dance Festival
2005, 2011, 2012, 2014 & 2016
Southern Dance Festival
2015
Bendigo Eisteddfod
1998, 2003, 2006, 2010 (Gala Presentation Evening), 2011 & 2015
Sale Eisteddfod - Vic
2015
Mathis School of Dance Choregraphic Competition
2014
Headliners Dance Competition
Benella VIC 2014, Corowa NSW 2013
Burnie City Eisteddfod Tasmania
2014 & 2017 (50th Anniversary)
Latrobe Valley Eisteddfod Traralgon Victoria
2013
Mandurah Dance Festival WA
2013
Metropolitan Festival Of Dance Gladstone Park Victoria
1998 & 2013
Casey Competition Dandenong Victoria
2012 & 2017
Southern Federation of Dance Eisteddfod Victoria
2007 & 2012
Cairns & District Junior Eisteddfod Queensland
2012
West Gippsland Dance Festival Warragul
2007 & 2011
Victorian Performing Arts Competition (VPAC)
2010
South Australian Dance Competition Elizabeth
2005
Brisbane Eisteddfod Queensland
1998
Geelong Dance Eisteddfod Victoria
2002
Stage Attack VIC
April 2017
Bonbeach Dance Eisteddfod Victoria
August 2017
Jump Dance Challange Watsonia Victoria
October 2017
Personal Statement
I enjoy all aspects of adjudicating Dance Eisteddfods and I get great satisfaction and pleasure from watching young dancers excel and helping them and their teachers find their true potential. I hope to encourage young dancer’s to strive to be the best they can be.
Enthusiastic and dedicated, I’m seeking a project where I can make an impact. With a strong skill set and relevant experience, I believe I can bring creative ideas with thorough qualified knowledge to the table. Take a look through my CV site to find out more about what I have to offer - or get in touch to discuss working with me on your next eisteddfod.
Welcome to my Resume
I Hope you enjoy my history
I’m thrilled to invite you to explore my work, skills and professional experience, and get to know a bit more about me. I give 100% to every new project!
Red Hot and Rhonda
Opening of the Melbourne Crown Casino for IMG.
AT&T Convention
Maui, Hawaii for Pete & Leet Productions
Cliff Richard Australian Tour
From a Distant Tour for Dennis Smith Organization
Bert Newton Midday Show
Jillian Fitzgerald Dancer for Channel 7
Logie Awards
Pete and Leet Productions 1994 Channel 9
42nd Street
Helen Montague Productions - National Tour
Anything Goes
Broadway Production Australian and New Zealand Tours for Hayden Attractions
Tales of Hoffman
Victorian State Opera
Royal Moomba Show boat
Bert Shaw Dancers
Moomba Aqua Stage
Jillian Fitzgerald Dancers
Good Friday Appeal
Jillian Fitzgerald Dancers
Product Launches
GMH, Holden Nova and Apollo launch for AAV( Sean Fitzgerald Choreographer), BMW & Sans Soucis Cosmetics ( Jillian Fitzgerald choreographer), and Olympic wear for Adidas (Stacey Mitchell and Paul Davis Choreographers).
Theatre Restaurants
Swagman Theatre Restaurant ( Jody Greenwood Choreographer), Palladium Theatre Restaurant (Brian Nolan Choreographer), That's Showbiz Theatre Restaurant (Judith Roberts Choreographer)
Television
Hey Hey its Saturday, Ernie Sigley Show and Countdown
Professional Experience
Following is a list of professional engagements I was lucky enough to be involved in throughout my career. Experience was between 1985 and 2000. Of course, these are just the rewards of hard work and perseverance. I attended dance class nearly everyday to keep my skills well and truly up to date and my mind and body strong.
References
Fay Thomas 9544 5733 Bendigo Eisteddfod
Vicki Sherrif 0418 626 987 Headliners Competitions
Sim Stevens 0412 669 727 Southern Dance Festival
Up Close & Personal
My Professional Profile
Let me introduce myself and my history. I studied in Melbourne under Lynda Mathis from the age of 7, then in 1984 won a scholarship to study at the Dance Factory in Melbourne. It was here I began my vocal training. My first professional engagement was in 1984 with a break dancing crew called “The Street Breakers” then with Judith Roberts and Reg Gorman as a comedian in a theatre restaurant before accepting an 18 month stint at “The Swagman Theatre Restaurant” then onto "The Palladium Theatre Restaurant" in South Melbourne. I have done classes with the renowned Alvin Ailey Contemporary Company and performed in the Broadway productions of “Anything Goes” and “42nd Street”. Also “Red Hot and Rhonda” which opened the Melbourne Crown Casino and “The Tales of Hoffman” with the Victorian State Opera. I have also performed on many TV shows and was a regular dancer on “The Bert Newton Midday show” backup singer and dancer in the 1991 Cliff Richard From a Distance Tour. My professional experience has also taken me overseas to Hawaii and New Zealand working with Dancers and Choreographers’ around the globe. I have also enjoyed dancing at the Logie Awards and many other award and convention ceremonies, including the Prime Ministers Olympic dinner fund raisers.
Since retiring from the stage I went on to study Dance in more depth. I hold an Associate Diploma in Cecchetti Ballet- Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment, MTAAD (Honours) Tap Diploma, AOTD (Honours) Jazz Diploma and a Diploma of Dance Teaching and Management from Box Hill TAFE. 2014 has seen me become a Company Director for the Teachers of Australian Academy of Dance or TAAD. I continue my studies and personal development through the amazing opportunities I find in watching others teach classes, mentoring programs through various Societies and being inspired by what the young dancers of today can achieve.
I was fortunate to be accepted as a VCE VET Arts Performance Assessor for the state of Victoria and I’m also an Examiner for all styles of dance for the TAAD society.
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