2009 Dancers

 PRINCIPALS 

SHARON FERNANDEZ

Sharon trained with Alisa Finney at  the Gay Wightman School of Ballet where she was awarded the full senior scholarship in 2004. Sharon started her professional career at age 11 with The Australian Ballet performing in Graeme Murphys The Nutcracker. Sharon joined the Melbourne Ballet Company in May 2007 as a Principal Dancer. In Project One she performed the role of Najida in Simon Hoys "In Paradisium" as well as soloist roles in Phases by Justine Miles and Premiere Amore.Sharon performed the role of Summer in "In One Day" , and the principal role in Keine Ahnung by Damien Gmeur for Project Two. In Project Three Sharon performed Principal roles in "Drenched" and "Submerged". Sharon choreographed "Premiere Amore" for Project One and the athletic 2XU in Project Four "Emerge' December 2008. In 2009 Sharon choreographed "Wall 2 Wall" for Project Five and dance principal roles in "Infinite Space" and "Submerged".

RANI LUTHER

Rani commenced her training with Cynthia Nichols in Brighton and the National Theatre Ballet School before completing years 7-12 at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School. Rani’s professional career began with the Kiel Ballet CompanyGermany in 1995 where she danced the roles of Juliet in “Romeo and Juliet” andOdile in “Swan Lake”. Rani then moved to Holland where she danced with theworld renowned Netherlands Dance Theatre 2 and The Netherlands Dance Theatre 1for 6 years, touring all over Europe and Internationally. In 2003 Rani returned home to dance with The Australian Ballet and then joined the Sydney Dance Company in 2007 for two years.Rani has worked with many great choreographers throughouther career including; Jiri Kylian, Hans Van Manen, Paul Lightfoot, Mats Ek,Ohad Naharin, Yohan Inger, Graeme Murphy, Stephan Page, Stephan Baynes andAdrian Burnett. Other highlights include a gold medal at the “SanlamInternational Ballet Competition” South Africa in 1993. She was the winner ofthe outstanding performance award in the “City of Sydney Performing Arts Challenge” ballet competition in 1994 and a nomination for best female dancerin the “Green Room Award” 2006.

ADAM THURLOW

Melbourne born Adam first trained with Lorraine Blackburn prior to his acceptance into the Australian Ballet School where he graduated as Dux. In 1998 he joined The Australian Ballet under Artistic Direction of Ross Streeton and within two years was promoted to Soloist where he danced many lead roles. Adam joined the English National Ballet as a Soloist under Matz Skoog performing many classical and contemporary works. In 2002 Adam joined the Opera National de Paris where he worked with many of the worlds leading choreographers, dancers and artistic figures. Adam returned to the Australian ballet Company in 2006 under the Artistic Direction of David McAllister. Adam joined the Melbourne Ballet Company May 2009 and performed the Principal role in Simon Hoys "Infinite Space" and "Placement".

JESSICA THOMPSON

Jessica graduated from the Australian Ballet School in 2003. From 2004-2008 Jessica danced with The Australian Ballet performing in many productions including; Don Quixote, Giselle, Romeo and Juliet, La Sylphide, Les Sylphides, Raymonda, Swan Lake, Nutcracker, Manon, La Fille Mal Gardee and many others. She participated in International tours to London, Auckland and Tokyo. In 2006 Jessica danced in the Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony. In 20009 Jessica joined the Royal New Zealand Ballet Company. Jessica joined the Melbourne Ballet Company in May 2009 and performed in Simon Hoys "Infinite Space", "Placement" and "Submerged" and Sharon Fernandez's "Wall 2 Wall". 

DANCERS 

Simone joined The Australian Ballet in January 2006 and performed with them until 2009.Simone also worked with the Stuttgart Ballet in Stuttgart, Germany, fromSeptember 2004 until July 2006 he also performed as a guest artist with Ajkun Ballet Theatre,NYC.Simones repertoire with the Australian Ballet Company includes; “Don Quixotte” cor. R. Nureyev“Valletta” cor. P. Knobloch (world premiere),“Swan Lake” cor. G. Murphy,“Sleeping Beauty” cor. S. Welch,“Les Presàges” cor. L. Massine,“The Nutcracker” cor. P. Wright,“Ballet Imperial” cor. G. BalanchineSimones repertoire with the Stuttgart Ballet includes;“Come Neve al Sole” cor. R. D'Alesi,“Lulu, a monster tragedy” cor. Christian Spuck,“A Streetcar named Desire” cor. J. Neumeier,“Sweet Sweet Sweet” cor. M. Goecke (world premiere),“Strawinsky Violin concert” cor. G. Balanchine,“The Rite of Spring” cor. G. Tetley,“The Taming of the Shrew” cor. J. Cranko,“Giselle” cor. R. Anderson after Petipa,“Onegin” cor. J. Cranko,“Romeo and Juliet” cor. J. Cranko,“The Sleeping Beauty” cor. Marcia Haydée,“The Lady of the Camelias” cor. J. Neumeier,“Seventh Symphony” cor. Uwe Scholtz,“Volountaries” cor. G. Tetley,“Viciouswishes” cor M. Goecke (world premiere) Simone was the Choreographer of "No Consensus" for the Melbourne Ballet Company Project Three "Scarce Resources" in May 2008.

MIKHAEL PLAIN

Mikhael Plain was born and raised in California, USA. His training throughout the states included a 5 year apprenticeship with the Sacramento Ballet as a teenager. He then joined the premier American ballet company, San Francisco Ballet in 1995. In 2000, he embraced Miami’s Maximum Dance Company as a principal dancer, under the direction of Yanis Pikieris and Australian David Palmer. He relocated to Australasia in 2004, spending 2.5 years with the Royal New Zealand Ballet, thrilling audiences as Franz in Coppelia, Jonathan Harker in Dracula, and Goro in Madame Butterfly, to name a few. Throughout his career, he has distinguished himself as a principal in works by such internationally admired choreographers as William Forsythe, Mark Morris, Stanton Welch, Sir Kenneth McMillan, David Bintley, Javier de Frutos, and Ivonice Satie. After a 3 year hiatus from the professional stage, Mikhael joins Melbourne Ballet Company for Project Six, Moment of Inertia.

 

GUILLAUME GOSA

Guillaume Gosa commenced training at Avignon Temps’dance, prior to attend the Conservatoire National de Danse of Avignon (France) where he graduated three years later with a Choreographic Studies Diploma.
In 2006 he joined the Avignon Opera Ballet where he danced in many productions such as The Nutcracker, Mozart à deux (Chor: Thierry Malandin), Les Quatres Saisons (Chor: Eric Belaud), Présence (Chor: Tayeb Bennamara) or Swan Lac by Andy de Groët.
In 2007 he moved to Canada and The United States where he collaborated with many companies such as Les Grands Ballets Canadiens de Montréal, Ballet Ouest of Montreal, Ballets Jazz of Montreal, Ottawa National Arts Centre, Cape Cod Dance Centre or Portland Ballet.
He performed a wide range of roles including soloist in Faust Waltz, The Nutcracker or Giselle.
Back in France he joined the Metz Ballet Opera in 2009 where he danced for Patrick Salliot in Giselle or Tango: Tribute to Piazzola.
More recently Guillaume moved to Australia where he joined the Melbourne Ballet Company.

AUDE FLORENTIN

Aude trained at the Ecole de danse de l"Opera de Paris, the Conservatoire National Superieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris and the Conservatoire National Regional de Paris. In 2005 Aude danced with the Youth ballet from paris in "Suite en Blanc", "Rave" and "Sextet". From 2006-2008 Aude danced with the Opera National de Bordeaux, Europa danse and Theatre de Chartres. Aude has danced in many ballets including; Swan lake, Don Quixote, La Bayadere, raymonda, Etudes, Giselle, Carmen, Mi Favorita and Paquita.. In 2009 Aude danced with The Australian Ballet in Manon.

LAUREN LOTZ

Lauren began her training at the age of 4 at rthe Davidia Lind Dance Centre in Brisbane, before also participating in the junior extension program of the Queensland Ballet, and the Interstate program of the Australian Ballet School. In 2004 Lauren began full time training at the Australian Ballet School and toured with the Dancers Company in 2007 and 2008. She also participated in the 2008 Dance Creation performing in "Ignis" by Timothy Harbour. Lauren danced in the schools productions of Don Quixote, Swan lake, Coppelia and The Nutcracker and graduated with her Advanced Diploma in Dance in 2008.

 RACHEL DECORTE

Sydney born Rachel trained with Prudence Bowen and Tanya Pearson. In 2004 she was accepted into Level 6 of the Australian Ballet School. In 2005 Rachel was accepted into the New Zealand School of Dance where she attained her National Diploma in Dance Performance. In New Zealand Rachel performed in many ballets including George Balanchines "Theme and Variations" and Jiri Kilians "Dream Dancers". Rachel danced with the Royal New Zealand ballet Company in Swan lake in the National tour.

JESSE SCALES

Jesse began her training in Adelaide with Sheila Laing and Terry Simpson. She was an Interstate Associate with the AustralianBallet School for 5 years. Jesse competed in the RAD Australian Bursary Final in 2005 and in 2008 was awarded her Solo Seal at 16 years of age. Jesse began her professional career in the Meryl Tankard Australian Dance Theatre's performance on "1998" and also performed with the AustralianBallet Company in Graeme Murphy's "Swan Lake". In 2009 Jesse was a finalist in the Alana Haines Australasian Award, awarded thirdplace in the SODA senior ballet Scholarship and was a semi finalist in the Mc Donalds Ballet Scholarship and the Genee International Ballet Competition. Desmond Richardson Artistic Director of Complexions Ballet Company New York awarded Jesse a full scholarship to study with the complexions Summer Intensive New York.

 ALEXANDER BRYCE

Alexander trained at the Anne Fraser School of Dance on the Sunshine Coast Queensland for nine years, before being accepted into the Queensland University of Technology (QUT). Studying classical ballet from a young age, Alex has completed the RAD Advanced 2 syllabus. He is currently studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) where in 2009 he was awarded a scholarship to attend the Taipei International Dance Elite Academy in Taiwan. Alex has worked with many choreographers such as Harold Collins MBE, Keith Hawley, Shaaron Boughen, and Paul Zivkovich during his time at QUT. Alex has also been working on a Masters of Fine Arts project for Aerialists 'The Majestic Artists' Kym Stokes and Les Levesley. "

ELLIE SWIATKIWSKY

Bio to come

 

EMILY MATHIESON

Emily was trained as an Associate at the Australian Ballet School. She also has a Diploma of Arts from the National Theatre Ballet School.Emily performed with the Ajkun Ballet Theatre in America performing soloist roles in Swan Lake and a contemporary work by Ellen Sinopoli.Emily’s repertoire includes: Paquita, Gypsy, Sleeping Beauty and Nutcracker. Emily danced the Principal role in “Interwoven” choreographed by Beverly Jane Fry and Terese Power. Emily has performed soloist roles with the Melbourne Ballet Company in Project Two, Three and Four.

CHRISTOPHER FAVALORO

Christopher was trained in NSW at the Newtown High School of the Performing Arts where he graduated in 2008. He performed with the Sydney Dance Company for the International Mayors’ Congress organised by APEC, and in Dance Expo from 1999-2004 and toured New Zealand with the dance troupe.
Christopher has toured America, auditioning for Universities and Colleges this included time studying with Alvin Ailey. On this tour he received 14 acceptances across the USA with various Universities and Colleges for dance, including the offer of a full scholarship to Point Park University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to complete a Bachelor of Arts Degree majoring in Dance. Christopher was nominated for the NSW HSC “Callback” which showcases the highest achievers of the state in HSC Dance.
Christopher performed soloist roles with the Melbourne Ballet Company for Project Four “Emerge”.

ASHTON CURTIS 

Ashton started dancing at the age of 13 at Robyn KirklandSchool of Ballet in this time he completed Grade 5 to Advanced1 RAD exams.After just 2 years of dancing he was accepted in to the Australian Ballet Schools Inter State program and then shortly after as a full time student in 2005.Ashton has performed in many of the Australian Ballet Schools productions mostrecently ‘The Nutcracker’ at the end of 2008. He was also a part of the 2008‘Dance Creation’ where he performed in a Timothy Harbour piece ‘Ignis’ Ashtontoured with both the 2007&2008 Australian Ballet’s Dancers Company. Ashtoncompleted his Victorian Certificate of Education in 2007 and graduate from theAustralian Ballet School with his Advanced Diploma in Dance in 2008. In 2009 Ashton performed withThe Australian Ballet in Sleeping Beauty. 

 

TRAINEE DANCERS

ENA BESIC 

Ena Besic first started ballet in Brisbaneat Nicole Marshman Dance. She then began full time dance with the QueenslandConservatoire of Ballet in 2006 where she attained her diploma of dance. Duringher time with QC Ballet she toured with them in 2007 and 2008 with solo rolesin La Bayadere and contemporary pieces choreographed by Louise Deleur. Ena hasextensive performance experience performing in countless eisteddfods, concertsand scholarship performances around Australia.

 

GEMMA CORLASS-BROWN 

Gemma trained at the Australian Ballet School where she received two Scholarships. Gemma was in the Queensland Ballet Company where she performed in "Little Mermaid", "Vis-a-vis" , The International Gala and Sleeping Beauty. Gemma has also performed with the Akjun Ballet Company in New York performing in Carmen as a soloist. While in the Suzhou Ballet Company Gemma performed as a lead soloist in Pas de Cinq and Voyages. Gemma will be heading to Tokyo Disney in Japan to take up the parts of Wendy in Peter Pan, aerialist soloist and various other roles.

Dancer 2007-2008 

JASON LAM

Jason is a diverse young artist: as a performer he received a “Foot in the Door” grant from the Australian Council, and was a finalist in the British Councils “Realise your Dream Scholarship. He has performed with Sydney Dance Company, Tasdance, Opera Australia, One Extra and Bondi Ballet as well as worked with choreographers such as Jason Pitt, Fiona Maloney, Graeme Murphy, Shaun Parker, Byron Perry, Tanja Liedtke and Sue Healey. He is also a visual artist and filmmaker and has collaborated with Sydney Dance Company, creating visuals for ‘Some Rooms’and ‘Emotor’ in the random play season. He has also created visuals for artists and companies such as Bayerisches Staatsballet, Munich, Sydney Theatre Company, Dance North, Fiona Malone, Sue Healey/Tasdance and Jason Pitt.He is a graduate from the College of Fine Arts, UNSW and his poetic dance film ‘Unfed’ has been screened in festivals and galleries nationally and internationally.

REBEKAH DAVEY
Rebekah was trained at The Australian Ballet School where she was the recipient of many major awards and scholarships. During her time at the school she enjoyed a student exchange at the National Ballet School Canada. Rebekah has performed many roles with the Australian Ballet Company including Clara as a child in Graham Murphy’s Nutcracker, Ada as a child in Le Concours, Solo Reel Girl in La Sylphide and a child role in Anna Karenina.Rebekah has danced professionally with Ballet Jorgen Canada, Peter Scahufuss Ballet and the Hong Kong Ballet Company. Her professional repertoire has included soloist roles in; Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake, Midnight Express, Coppelia and Cinderella. Rebekah is also a qualified Group Fitness Instructor & Personal Trainer, and is currently undertaking a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at Monash University.

LAUREN SCARCELLA

Lauren trained at the English National Ballet School and the New Zealand School of Dance. She performed in ‘Promanade’ by Wayne Sleep while at the English National Ballet School, and performed ‘Matinee Class’ on stage at the Britten Theatre in London. During her time with New Zealand School of Dance she studied under the guidance of; Garry Trinder, Christine Gunn, Lydiya Klymenko and Yuri Klymenko, and performed in ‘Alice in Downunderland’ by Jane Pirani. Lauren has danced professionally with the Tasmanian Ballet Company in The Nutcracker. Lauren enjoys choreography and performed ‘Mancanza’ and ‘Fantasy in Blue’ at the English National Ballet Schools Choreography Evening.

PHILIP BROCK-ATKINSON

Philip trained at the Australian Ballet School and the Royal Ballet School. He performed in “Souvenirs” by Christopher Wheeldon and “We are Here” by Stephen Greenston with the third year touring company of the Royal Ballet School. He performed with the Royal Ballet and Birmingham Royal Ballet as an extra during his final year.Philip was the Genee Silver Medal winner in Sydney 2002. Philip joined the English National Ballet Company in 2003. He has performed in many ballets including; Cinderella, Nutcracker, Giselle, Swan lake, Romeo and Juliet, Alice in Wonderland, Double Concerto and Synergy.

RILEY SAVILLE

Riely trained at the Australian Ballet School performing in many ballets including Petal Miller Ashmoles “The Red Shoes”. Riley has danced professionally with the Ajkun Ballet Theatre New York City performing Principal roles in Romeo and Juliet, Murder in Buenos Aires and Don Quixote. She also danced soloist roles in ‘Karien-The Amazon by Chiara Ajkun, and in Ellen Sinopoli’s ‘Coming and Going’.Riley performed with the Gold Coast City Ballet Company performing roles in La Fille Mal Gardee, Les Sylphides, Coppelia, The Firebird and The Nutcracker. Riely has performed many lead roles in Tokyo Disneyland Resort in Japan and Warner Bros. Movie World Gold Coast.

SUZI - ANN RYAN

Suzi-Ann trained at SCECGS Redlands prior to her acceptance into the Australian Ballet School. While in the Australian Ballet School Suzi-Ann performed the role of “Candide” in Aurora’s Wedding and in Mark Annear’s Mendelssohn Concerto in Paris at Danse De Mai. Suzi-Ann danced the role of White Swan with The Australian Ballet Dancer’s Company Tour. Suzi-Ann performed with The Australian Ballet in their Sydney season of Etudes, and in their season of Bodytorque. She has also performed with the American Ballet Theatre Studio Company and Jean Ann Company in USA and was awarded a scholarship to the Ajkun Ballet Theatre New York.

MARIANA BALTODANO

Mariana was trained at the Russian Classical Ballet School San Jose, Costa Rica. She furthered her training with Steps Studio New York USA and the Joffrey Ballet School New York City.Her professional career includes performing with the Eglevsky Ballet Company New York City, Principal dancer with Costa Rican Youth Ballet Company and guest dancer with National Theatre Costa Rica.Mariana has performed the role of dancer/butterfly in the Phantom of the Opera world tour in Hong Kong, China, Taipei, Taiwan and Singapore.Marianas roles include; pas de deux from Don Quixote, Le Corsaire, Sylvia, La Bayadere and Flower Festival of Genzano. She has also performed roles in The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, les Sylphides and Paquita.

DANIEL SHEPHERD

Daniel trained at New Zealand School of Dance, Queensland Ballet’s Professional Year and Nationale Ballet Academie Amsterdam. Daniel has danced professionally with the Queensland Ballet Company, the West Australian Ballet Company and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet Canada. Some of the ballets Daniel has performed in include; Romeo and Juliet, Don Quixote, Sleeping Beauty, Rite of Spring, The Magic Flute, Nutcracker and Raymonda.

KAISEY JOHNSTON

In 2007 Kaisey graduated from the National College of Dance in Newcastle with a Diploma in Dance Performance. In 2006 Kaisey won several scholarships including; the Suzanne Davidson OAM Scholarship, the Full-time Level 1 Scholarship and the Mattara Festival Scholarship. Kaisey has enjoyed training and coaching from many prominent dancers and teachers including; Suzanne Davidson OAM, Gaylene Cummerfield, Brett Morgan, Daniel Baker, Adam Blanch, Daryn McIntyre, Colin Peasley and Maina Gielgud. Kaisey was a semi finalist in the Adeline Genee Awards held in Hong Kong 2006.

ASHLEY BRAYBROOK

Ashley trained under Beverly Jane Fry at the National Theatre. She has performed in many major works including: Le Corsaire, Sleeping Beauty, Sleeping Beauty, Text Me A Lullaby, Disrupted Dialogues, Giselle, Cinderella and Coppelia.Ashley performed with the Melbourne Opera in the season of Carmen.

TIMOTHY FARRAR

Timothy Farrar, a graduate of The Australian Ballet School worked with the Queensland Ballet Company between 1996 and 2000.While with this company he performed a wide variety of classical and contemporary roles and toured to the United States.In 2001 Timothy joined The Australian Ballet and worked there until mid 2007.Touring with the company to China, Japan and the UK.His performing highlights withthis company include :Almost Tango, Aesthetic Arrest, Relic,Tivoli, Divergence, Subtle Sequenceof Revelation, Wild Swans,Petit Mort and Swan Lake.Timothy is also a choreographer/filmmaker , his achievements in this field include :Into Collision (Student Work Brisbane).Quick/Time/Trick- Singapore Dance Theatre 2002.Curve- McDonald College 20th Anniversary Performance.2003Body Torque Launch-2003.And A Little Disconnect ,Resolution and This Tense for The Australian Ballet Body Torque seasons.

SOPHIE FLETCHER

Sophie trained at Tanya Pearson Classical Coaching Academy prior to her acceptance into the Australian Ballet School where she graduated with an Advanced Diploma in 2003. Sophie danced the principal role of the Sugar Plum Fairy in the Australian School graduation performance of the Nutcracker. She received many awards and scholarships at the school including; Elizabeth McDonald Memorial Scholarship, Gaileen Stock Achievement Award, ABS Music Award and the Dick Sneddon Memorial Scholarship.Sophie danced professionally with the Australian Ballet Company from 2004- 2007. Her repertoire with The Australian Ballet included; Nutcracker, Swan lake, Paquita, Don Quixote, Raymonda, Sheherezarde, Etudes, Les Sylphides, Manon, Sleeping Beauty, Giselle, La Bayadere, Suite en Blanc, Romeo and Juliet and many others.In 2006 Sophie performed in the Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony.

ANTHONY ASHDOWN

Anthony began his training at the age of 12 at the Castlereagh School of Ballet under Jennifer Atrill. Anthony furtheredhis training at the National Theatre Ballet School under Beverley Jane Frywhere he danced many soloist & principal roles in productions such as;Giselle, Trivialities, Circus Parade & La Sylphide. Whilst gaining hisDiploma in Ballet, he has also branched out into Musicals such as Chess, AChorus Line and Carousel. Anthony has had the pleasure of working withChoreographers such as Winsome Barker, Matthew Thomson, Elissa Meyer-Thomas& Melanie Crowe. Anthony's other ventures in the Theatrical industryinclude Massage Therapy, Costume design & Dietary Science. In 2007 Anthonyplayed the part of a marine in Steven Spielberg “The Pacific” filmed inMelbourne.

RICHARD PORTER

Born in Melbourne Richard trained at the Australian Ballet School. In 2003Richard joined the West Australian Ballet. Whilst with the company Richardperformed in such works as Simon Dow’s La Boheme, Cinderella, The Red Shoes andDangerous Liaisons as well as Ted Branson’s Romeo and Juliet. Other worksincluded Matjash Mrozewski Soft Punch, Chrissie Parrott’s A Midsummer NightsDream, Frances Rings’ Debris and Kim McCarthy’s 19. Following a year of travel Richard joined the Melbourne Ballet Company for Project Three and performed soloist roles in "No Consensus" and "Submerged".

PHYLLIS HEUNG

Phyllis was trained at the AustralianBallet School and AISC.  Phyllis commencedher professional career with the Australian Ballet Company in a child role inThe Nutcracker by Graeme Murphy. Phyllis has won many major awards,competitions and scholarships and was a semi-finalist in the 2006 Adeline GeneeAwards in Hong Kong. Phyllis performed in "Submerged", "Drenched" and "No Consensus" for Project Three.

THOMAS BRADLEY

Melbourne Ballet Company welcomes Thomas to Prpject Four "Emerge" for the 2008 December season. Thomas was awarded a full scholarship to the Victorian College of the Arts for Year 12 2008. He has studied with Tim Storey, Maggie Loraine, Steven McTaggert, Timothy Harbour, Elizabeth McGirr and Damon Doringo. Thomas enjoys choreography and has choreographed and performed in many NSW Regional and State Festivals. Thomas played Mr Mistoffeles in a semi professional production of Cats.

EBONY ZICCARDI

Ebony was born in Melbourne and at a young age, trained as an elite gymnast and springboard diver. She commenced her training as a dancer at Centrestage Performing Arts School, studying various styles of dance and musical theatre and later diverted her attention to classical ballet studying with the Australian Conservatoire of Ballet. Ebony has had the opportunity of performingin productions of Hats Off, Morning Melodies and since her association with the Australian Conservatoire of Ballet, productions of Le Corsaire, Swan Lake and Paquita. Ebony joined the Tasmanian Ballet Company for the 2008 season of Les Sylphides, Ode to V and Illusions and joins the Melbourne Ballet Company for Project Four- "Emerge".

LOUISA POLETTI

Louisa was trained at the McDonald College of Performing Arts in Sydney from 2002-2007 training in classical ballet, contemporary, character, jazz and tap. In 2008 she joined Ecole Ballet and dance Theatre as a full time student. Louisa was in the Premiere State Ballet Company and has performed principal roles in the following ballets; Raymonda, The Nutcracker, Giselle, Sleeping Beauty, Don Quixote and Diabelli a new work by Nigel Burley. The Melbourne Ballet Company is delighted to welcome Louisa for Project Four "Emerge".

SIMONNE SMILES

Simonne was trained at the Australian Ballet School and West Australian Performing Arts(WAPPA) and in 1999 she trained with Queensland Ballet Professional Year.
Simonne has had professional contracts with the Queensland Ballet Company, Ballet des Nordharzer Stadstheatre, Singapore Dance Theatre, Tasmanian Ballet Company, Bondi Ballet Company and Suzhou Ballet Theatre. In 2004 she performed the Paquita pas de deux as a guest artist in the Critical Path Choreographic Project with Paulina Quinteros and Ausdance. Simonne has danced many soloistroles including: the Nutcracker, Scherazade, The Sorcer’s Apprentice and Barbers Adagio.
In 2004 Simonne received her Pilates International Certification and she is also studying a Bachelor of Arts through University of New England.
The Melbourne Ballet Company welcomes Simonne to Project Four “Emerge”.

TRAINEE DANCERS

CHIARA CAMPAGNA

JAIME PAPPAS