Barbara Staffolani was born in Macerata (Italy). She began her career as a dancer, starting from a classical background and moving towards modern jazz dance. She later studied the Horton’s and Graham’s techniques with Milton Myers and Elsa Piperno; Modern Jazz with Jamie Rogers, Denice Weber, Daniel Tinazzi and Silvie Mougeolle and she constantly updated her professional … Continued
As an internationally accomplished artist, designer, architect, curator and creative director of flora&faunavisions, Leigh Sachwitz has carved a reputation through her multi-disciplinary, cross-platform productions in visual design both culturally and commercially. With work spanning across immersive experiences, exhibitions, music stages, theatre and opera performances, fashion shows and art installations, Leigh has characterised a unique style … Continued
Catherine Bouchier is a celebrated soprano from Sydney, Australia, who has captivated audiences with her powerful voice and dramatic stage presence. A graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, where she completed her Bachelor of Music and Diploma of Opera, Catherine has performed in opera, concerts, and recitals on stages across Australia and Europe. Catherine … Continued
Hugh Halliday began his professional life dancing as member of Sadlers Wells Opera, was later a staff director at English National Opera and also directed for Opera North in Leeds and for Granada Television. He first came to Australia in 1980 to stage the English National Opera production of Rossini’s Le Comte Ory for the … Continued
Alex Jennings is a three-time Olivier Award-winning TV, film and theatre actor with Olivier awards for Best Comedy Performance: Too Clever by Half (Old Vic), Best Actor: Peer Gynt (RSC) and Best Actor in a Musical: My Fair Lady (Theatre Royal Drury Lane). Theatre includes; For the National Theatre, Hansard, Hymn & Cocktail … Continued
Born and educated in Korea, Kwangchul Youn joined the ensemble of the Berlin State Opera in 1993, of which he was a member until 2004 and where he acquired many roles in his wide ranging repertoire. In recent years the much demanded bass sang at renowned opera houses across Europe and overseas, … Continued
Wayne Scott Kermond is a ‘born-in-the trunk’ fourth-generation performer of Australian Vaudeville lineage. A virtuoso of musical theatre, comedy and cabaret. He has starred in Anything Goes, Barnum, Singin’ in the Rain, Uninetown, Guys & Dolls, Pirates of Penzance, A Chorus Line, We Will Rock You, Hairspray, The Producers, and this season will mark his fourth … Continued
Within only a short space of time Damiano Michieletto has emerged on the international scene as one of the most interesting representatives of the younger generation of Italian directors. He studied opera and theatre production at the Paolo Grassi School of Dramatic Art in Milan and also graduated in modern literature at the university in … Continued
Australian – Italian soprano Clarissa Spata, is one of Australia’s most versatile and exciting artists. She seamlessly performs across the genres of Opera, Music theatre and Classical Crossover repertoire, which makes her one of the most sought after artists in the country. Principal roles with Opera Australia include Maria (cover 2024) in West Side Story … Continued
Jordan graduated from ED5 International in 2007 and most recently he was seen as Princeton/Rod in Avenue Q for the Melbourne Comedy Festival. Jordan’s performance credits include the MTV Awards with Fergie, NRL Grand Finals, the World Masters Games with Dein Perry’s Tap Dogs, the ARIAS, Australia’s Got Talent, X Factor, Australia’s Next Top Model … Continued