Annmaree Lindfors

Born and Raised in Sydney Australia, Annmaree grew up in the centre of Australia’s Dance Capital. Trained in Ballet, Jazz, Tap at a young age she then was exposed to Hip Hop and grew to love and immerse her self in training with Australia’s Finest Hip Hop Choreographers. A graduate of Brent Street 06’ and Urban Dance Centre 08’ Performing Arts Courses she was then ready to work as a professional dancer in the Australian Dance Industry.

Annmaree has appeared in many stage productions including Rhino’s Urban Music Awards, The Mardi Gras Parade and After Party, Sydney Kings Half time Show, Several “Industry” and Sydney “Carnival” Productions and a Top 40 Finalist of the Channel 10 phenomenon “So You Think You Can Dance Australia”. Annmaree has also built a strong Video Credit with Dancer Feature roles in several Australian Urban Artists Music Videos some of which include The Young Divas and Israel. She also is a sort after dancer by many Australian Choreographers.

Over the years Annmaree is back and forth from living in Sydney and L.A. Whilst training intensively abroad in the dance capital of the world she has been blessed to work and learn off some of the world’s elite choreographers and teachers. Some of who include Kevin Maher, Andre Fuentes, Lee Daniels, Jian Pierre Louis, Tony Czar, Gigi Torres, Andye J and Derrell Bullock.

In 2011 Annmaree was cast to play the role of “Phoenix Rose “ in the Original Australian Production of Femme Fatales of the Underworld. And in 2012 she has been working intensively with the ladies of Femme Fatales Australia as a professional performance group around Sydney. She recently has transitioned to also being an established choreographer working on Corporate Events for Optus and she has had over 200,000 hits on her YouTube Channel. She also teaches at a number of Dance Schools and University’s around Sydney.

Heath Keating

Heath Keating

Heath began dancing at the age of seven in Mullumbimby, within Northern NSW, under the direction of Lola Wilson.

In 2005, Heath was honored to graduate under full-scholarship at ED5 International Performing Arts in Sydney, followed by international credits of Chistery in Wicked (Universal Studios Japan), Pacific Sun (P&O Cruises), and touring Asia and the Middle East with Barney and Friends (Millennium Entertainment).

In 2010 Heath appeared on So You Think You Can Dance Australia (Series 3) as one of the Top 20 and since then has choreographed/performed for Katie Noonan’s Emperor’s Box Tour and made his musical debut as Brad in the hit musical Hairspray in the same year.  Heath recently appeared in the 2012 season of A Chorus Line.

Heath has performed with international and local music artists including Kylie Minogue, Gabriella Cilmi, Ricki-Lee, Alexandra Burke, Rogue Traders, Deborah Cox, Guy Sebastian, Anthony Callea, Marcia Hines and Nikki Webster at various live-televised events and music videos.

SEMESTER 1

Scholars 2012

Scholars: Kara Swibel, Jade Pucheta, Anne Nguyen, Amanda Piconi, Natasha Layt, Tarnie Carrig

Fulltime Performing Arts Course

Certificate IV online application form

Sydney Audition

Sydney – Callbacks and 2nd Auditions Sunday 13th November 2011
Urban Dance Centre – 39 Greek St, Glebe (5 minutes from Central Station)

National Auditions:

National Auditions will be held in conjunction with the Janet Jackson Workshop dates either the day before, day after or on the day:

Book your audition online using the Certificate IV online application form you can also request a prospectus/application via the contact page @ http://urbandance.com.au/udc/contact or call +61 2 9571 7099

AUDITION BY APPLICATION ONLY – REGISTER NOW !

ACCREDITED CERTIFICATE IV PERFORMING ARTS COURSE
Recognised Training Organisation: 91481 Certificate IV in Performing Arts: 69818

IS IT YOUR DREAM TO BE TOMORROW’S TRIPLE THREAT?

DANCE| SING| ACT with first class industry professionals.

Certificate IV online application form

Certificate IV online application form

Follow the link for the full story on Urban Dance Certificate IV Fulltime Performing Arts Course.

For further information Contact UDC or call +61 2 9571 7099

Ashleigh Walker

Ashleigh Walker

Ashleigh began dancing when she was 12 years old in her hometown, Agnes Water in Queensland.  Although Ashleigh started dancing at a later age, her natural ability flourished within a few years of taking JFH class with Fiona Galt. It wasn’t long before Ashleigh’s creativity and passions for the arts flared. By the time Ashleigh was 14, she began assisting Fiona with teaching and choreographing. Her hunger to learn new styles of dance thrived as she realised she wanted to pursue a career in the performing arts industry.

Ashleigh was accepted into full-time at Urban Dance Centre. She was trained by well renowned choreographers such as Juliette Verne, Veronica Beattie, Julie Williamson, Paul Saliba, Amy Campbell, Rosa Aguis, Tiana Joubert, Adrain Van Winklehof, Michael ‘Sisqo’ Francisco, Kym Parish, and Douglas Blaikie. Ashleigh graduated from UDC in 2009.

Since completing full-time, Ashleigh has been teaching at various dance schools throughout Sydney and the Central Coast. She has been working with exceptional choreographers such as Olivia Ansell for the Luna Park Showtime, Veronica Beattie as a J-Fox Dancer, Corporate Entertainment with Tiana Joubert and as a Wrong Prom Entertainer at Carriageworks. Ashleigh has worked with Director Dana-Lee Mierowsky for Laura-Leighs Video Clip ‘What Is Love’. Was a backup dancer for singer Matt Lee Kete’ at the Usher Album Launch, and also for the infamous MC Hammer.  She has done numerous corporate entertainment and promo events at Dolton House and the Hilton.

Ashleigh recently choreographed one the Australian Glee Cast’s that went on tour to LA in 2010 for the Australian Institute of Performing Arts (AIPA).

Ashleigh is currently Co-Director and Choreographer of Twisted Element Dance Company. Twisted Element is all about quirky, unique and high impact dance performances. Offering something fresh, new and awe-inspiring; the Company intends to make a mark on the Sydney dance scene, and set a new platform for innovative and cutting-edge dance.

Since completing her training, Ashleigh has already gained invaluable industry experience as a performer in a variety of shows including many self-initiated and self-created works, and recently has been recognised as a budding choreographer.

While Ash is only small, her dance style and versatility portrays her expressive and vibrant personality.

UDC Block Busta

UDC BLOCKBUSTA: Urban Dance Centre’s Mid Year Concert 2011 is on Friday 1st July 8pm @ NIDA Parade Theatre.  Get your Tickets from Ticketek to catch an awesome dance night of entertainment with this years theme revolving around blockbuster movies.

Click here to purchase tickets for the show

WINTER BOOTCAMP

 

 

 

 

WINTER BOOTCAMP

3 Day Intensive Performing Arts Workshop 

Junior 6-10 years
Beginner/Intermediate level

Training in all 3 elements of the performing arts – dancing, singing and acting with Australia’s leading industry professionals focusing on different styles of dance including Musical Theatre, Jazz and Hip Hop and also training on your singing and acting skills. Then you will have the opportunity to showcase your talent at our “Dance with the Stars” presentation for family and friends on the final afternoon.

Senior 11-15 years
Intermediate/Advanced level

Be challenged and take yourself to the next level with our training in all 3 elements of the performing arts – dancing, singing and acting. With Australia’s leading industry professionals you will focus on different styles of dance including Musical Theatre, Jazz and Hip Hop and also develop your singing and acting skills. Then you will have the opportunity to showcase your talent at our “Dance with the Stars” presentation for family and friends on the final afternoon.

Year 10+
Advanced/ Professional - Industry Preparation
First hand training with leading Industry Professionals on the most exciting and ever growing entertainment industry. You will learn how to prepare for auditions and performances with a focus on how you can stand out from the crowd!

With UDC’s Elite faculty you will get an insight into fulltime courses, agencies and the performing arts industry.

Be prepared to challenge yourself with mock auditions, song and monologue preparation and showcasing your talent. UDC winter workshop will be an exciting and inspiring experience if you want to work in the Entertainment Industry.

COST

$255 per person for 3 days (4th – 6th July)

5% off each consecutive sibling

10% discount for Group Bookings of 10 or more students

*Faculty subject to change

WHERE

URBAN DANCE CENTRE

39 Greek St GLEBE, NSW 2037

(5 minutes walk from Central Station and 3 hr free parking at Broadway Shopping Centre)