A small performance for parents & friends to enjoy will be shown in the afternoon.
Alana De Roma - Head Teacher
Singing/Acting/Musical Theatre
Alana De Roma is a true 'Triple Threat' in show business, excelling as a singer, dancer, and actress. With over 27 years of industry experience, she has trained at renowned schools including The McDonald College School of Performing Arts, Brent Street Studios, and Janice Breen Performance Studios.
At the young age of seven, Alana starred in her first feature film, 'Amy.' Her mature acting style and unique on-screen presence garnered critical acclaim, earning her Best Actress awards in Italy and Canada. She was also nominated alongside Nicole Kidman, Toni Collette, and Rachel Griffiths for Australia's Top Ten Best Actress Awards at the People's Choice Awards.
Alana's vocal talents caught the attention of Festival/Mushroom Records, leading to a recording contract. She released the single 'Ain't no Sunshine' and the soundtrack for 'Amy.' Recognised for her individuality, Alana was contracted with Disney to record 'Part of your World' for the re-release of the beloved film, The Little Mermaid. Her work also extended to Japan, Korea, and Singapore.
In musical theatre, Alana has performed in various productions, including Cameron Mackintosh's 'Oliver,' where she portrayed 'Bet.' She has also appeared in Aladdin and numerous corporate and variety shows. As a soloist singer, she graced the stage at the NSW Government's 'Premiers Concert,' touring regional Australia.
Alana's career highlights include sharing the stage with Michael Jackson during his Sydney Concert. Her television appearances include The Midday Show, The Aria Music Awards, the AFI Awards, Today Tonight, Saturday Disney, Carols in the Domain, and Cheez TV. Additionally, she has starred in short films and TV commercials aired in Australia.
Alana's artistic ventures extend to writing, producing, and starring in her own Cabaret show, 'From Then To Now,' featured in the Sydney sideshow festival. In 2014, she established the successful ADVC Performance Studio in Drummoyne, Sydney, providing innovative and creative singing, dancing, and acting classes.
Alana's remarkable journey as an artist and mentor provides the experience and knowledge to ignite creativity and inspire authenticity, to nurture aspiring artists to embrace their voices and leave a mark on the world.
Nicole Laska
Musical Theatre
Nicole Laska is a triple-threat performer, who has worked extensively across the UK and Europe on stage and screen before returning to Sydney to peruse her dream of teaching. Some of her professional experience includes P&O, Silja Cruises, West End Stages and more. Nicole will lead an exciting musical theatre workshop informed by a wealth of industry knowledge and experience coupled with her pedagogical expertise.
Emma Boyce
Dance
Emma is a passionate singer, actor and dancer originally from Melbourne. She is what we call in the industry a ‘triple threat’. She graduated from Brent Street with her Diploma of Musical Theatre and Diploma of Elite Dance Performance.
She began performing in local musical productions at the tender age of 10 and has loved it ever since. Emma was an avid part of Adamson Theatre Company in Melbourne, where she played various leading roles, such as Marcy Park in the 25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee and King Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar. Emma has been trained vocally in contemporary & musical theatre from a young age; furthermore, she can play the violin, guitar and piano and hopes to be able to pass on the musical knowledge she has gained to the students she teaches. Miss Emma has spent the last few years teaching various classes at the ‘Johnny Young Talent School’ in Melbourne & Brent Street Studios.
Olivia Ayoub
Acting
Olivia's artistic passion blossomed from a young age as she evolved into a fierce triple threat. Obtaining a flawless score in her HSC drama exams, she received a NSW OnStage Performance nomination and secured a role as a featured actor in the NSW RSA safety video. Whilst completing a Bachelor of Musical Theatre at Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University, she shone in roles such as Mae ‘The Pajama Game’, Heather Duke ‘Heathers’, featured soloist ‘Working: Localised’ and Pepper Walker ‘Cry-Baby’. Also, performing in the ensemble for ‘Grease’ (QPAC/QCGU) and ‘42nd Street’. Olivia is a generous scene partner and energetic performer.
Location
The Point Anglican Church (Concord)
58 Brays Road , Concord NSW 2137
Contact Details
Conditions of Registration:
The workshop will only go ahead if 10 or more students are enrolled.
No refunds will be given if your child is unable to attend the workshop on the day.
Your place in the workshop is only secured once full payment is made online
Parents and students understand that no child can leave the venue for lunch. All students will need to bring a packed lunch/drink on the day.
Children are left in the care of ADVC Performance Studio and guest teachers for the duration of the workshop.
Parents MUST be available for drop off and pick up, at the allocated times.
No parent is allowed to watch the workshop.
Parents will only be invited to watch the performance at the end of the workshop.
Please note that any photographs/video recordings taken in the course of classes or performances may be used for publicity purposes
including the ADVC website/Facebook Page / Instagram Page.