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AUSTRALIAN DANCE AWARDS

Competitions 16 Jan, 2009

The annual Australian Dance Awards recognise and honour professional Australian dance artists. Nominate anytime you see an outstanding performance by emailing national@ausdance.org… Read Article

WADE IS BACK IN THE DIRECTORS CHAIR

Dance 11 Jan, 2009

There is a real sense of achievement for Australian Performers when they go over to another country and make a name for themselves in their chosen profession. One of these talented Aussies is Wade Robson. Wade is a Brisbane boy who moved to the US at a young age who is now directing Britney Sp… Read Article

Avenue Q Cast Announcement

Dance 22 Dec, 2008

The hit musical Avenue Q will be opening in June 2009 at Melbourne’s Comedy Theatre. The cast has been announced and we’re happy to tell you that DanceLife Blogger and all round entertainment extraordinaire Leah Howard is one of the ensemble members. Congrats Leah! Michal… Read Article

Kelley Abbey – SYDNEY GIGS AND HOLLYWOOD

Dance 12 Dec, 2008

Hi Guys I know, I know ……..a long time between blogs!! The end of the year has been manic to say the least. After finishing up with the fabulous Michael Falzon on “Hedwig and the Angry Inch,” I went on the audition tour for “So You Think You Can Dance.”… Read Article

High School Musical Rehearsals

Musical Theatre 7 Dec, 2008

The Australian Cast of HSM Live on Stage having been working hard in rehearsals to get the show looking fab for when it opens for previews on Saturday 13 December. See above and below exclusive pictures from rehearsals. The cast sang at Industry on Thursday night. Even though they only sto… Read Article

Britney's Circus

Kenny Ortega Visits rehearsals for HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL

Musical Theatre 25 Nov, 2008

The Director of the three worldwide smash hit High School Musical movies, Kenny Ortega, visited rehearsals for HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL LIVE ON STAGE! last week. In town for the premiere of the latest movie instalment, Kenny Ortega was full of praise for the Australian cast. “This cas… Read Article

The Idol Dancers

Dance 24 Nov, 2008

Wes Carr took out the Australian Idol Crown for 2008 last night but I was more interested in the dancing. The opening number choreographed by Kelley Abbey and assisted by Kate Wormald was awesome. Some of Australia’s (Sydney’s) top dancers were in the number (see picture… Read Article

Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical - Palace Theatre - 16th September 2008

Priscilla UK Cast Announced

Musical Theatre 19 Nov, 2008

Full casting has been announced for the forthcoming West End production of the hit Australian musical Priscilla, which will open at the Palace Theatre in March. Joining previously announced cast members Tony Sheldon, Jason Donovan, Oliver Thornton and Clive Carter is former Pop Idol… Read Article