Faculty

Kristy has studied Dance and Singing for many years at well-known schools including The Danz Factory under the tuition of the fabulous Chris Duncan of DanceLife Australia, Sydney Dance Company, The Elite School of Singing and Platinum Vocal Studios. Kristy studied for a Bachelor of Arts Degree Majoring in Dance and Drama @ U.N.S.W and has also completed her Certificate of Ballet Teaching (CBTS) with the RAD (Royal Academy of Dance) and is now a registered teacher with the organisation. Her performance career has stretched from Australia to USA and has included dancing and singing in many venues including supporting acts to Australian and international artists. She has performed in shows in and around Sydney with choreographers such as William Forsyth, Aaron Farley, Ramon Doringo and Michael Boyd. She has also choreographed and performed in her own corporate professional shows. She was a lead singer in a Blues/Rock/Funk band “The Blues Raiders” for several years performing in pubs and clubs across NSW. Kristy was also the BJP Physical Culture National Champion in her division for 5 years running 2012 – 2016. Kristy was employed as Regional Dance Coordinator and instructor for Dance First Academy @ Fitness First for 10 years before opening her own Studio, Evolution Performance Centre. Kristy has a combined performance and teaching career of over 30 years and looks forward to sharing her studio vision with you all.

Mahlia King is a Sydney based performer, teacher and choreographer who trained at Evolution performance centre then went on to graduate at ED5 International with a Diploma in Performing Arts in 2021. Mahlia has worked with choreographers William Alexander Forsythe, Shannon Burns, Daniel Assetta, Ryan Smith, Dolce Fisher, Caroline Kaspar, Blake John Wood and more. Mahlia’s love for singing has been fostered by singing coaches Martin Crewes and Phillip Filo. As a performer, Mahlia HAS had the opportunity to perform with professional contemporary company Twisted Element, showcasing two works, “Ritual” and “Opus”. Mahlia has also provided roving entertainment as part of the Queen Victoria Building’s “Beating Heart of the QVB” Installation. Mahlia has choreographed and danced in the Hot Potato Band’s music video “It’s your own body”. Mahlia has been involved in Australia Day TVCs, as well as appearing in the film “Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway”. Mahlia is really passionate about teaching in a fun, positive and engaging way, specifically fostering elements of creativity and individuality in all her students. Mahlia has now taken on our Front Desk Administration role and is looking forward to learning how it all works behind the scenes.

Caitie’s training began at age 3 in Canberra. Her passion for dance led her to train internationally at the age of 15 with LA-based dance company MusEffect. While there, Caitie performed at the US Open of Surfing, Choreographers Carnival under Jessica Starr, and featured in Spencer Ludwig’s music video I Just Wanna Dance. She also starred in MusEffect's dance film The Cure, which premiered at the Industry Dance Awards in Hollywood. In 2022, Caitie expanded her artistic repertoire by earning an Advanced Diploma in Screen Acting at Screenwise. She went on to appear in a Swisse TV commercial alongside The Inspired Unemployed and the short film Navigating Juvenescence. Most recently, Caitie secured a contract at Universal Studios Japan, performing in a show during their 2024 Halloween season. Now, in 2025, Caitie is thrilled to return to EPC , eager to inspire, challenge, and shape the next generation of performers with her experience and unwavering passion for the arts.

Lauren commenced dancing at the age of four learning the Cecchetti method of classical. She later moved to North Shore Dance Academy where she studied RAD Classical Ballet, Contemporary, National Character and Jazz. During this time, Lauren undertook her RAD examinations at both graded and vocational levels receiving Distinction. Lauren was an eight time winner of the prestigious Sydney Eisteddfod across classical and championship sections, including winning The Robert and Elizabeth Albert Junior Ballet Scholarship. Lauren holds Registered Teaching Status with The Royal Academy of Dance, having completed her Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies in 2010. Lauren is a Mentor, Tutor and Practical Teaching Supervisor for those aspiring trainee teachers currently enrolled in the Certificate and Diploma programmes with the RAD. Lauren holds a Bachelor of Science with a Major in Neuroscience; a Bachelor of Laws with First Class Honours; a Masters of Health Laws, all received from The University of Sydney along with having a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. Lauren is a recognised teacher of the Ballet Conservatoire syllabus (Vaganova) through The Australian Conservatoire of Ballet having completed teacher seminars in 2017 and 2021. Lauren has gained her Licentiate Diploma through the Australian Institute of Classical Dance (Borovansky syllabus) granting her teaching membership. Lauren is currently completing a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Dance Education with the Royal Academy of Dance/University of Bath for which she received the Iris Truscott Memorial Scholarship for academic achievement. In 2021, Lauren was the recipient of the inaugural RAD Teachers’ Scholarship Fund for proactive contribution to the wider dance community. Lauren’s students have gone on to receive notable success on the international platform, having won at competitions such as YAGP, Prix de Lausanne and Alana Haines. Her passion is instructing RAD classical ballet at all levels from Pre Primary through to Advanced 2 for both male and female students and her results are consistently in the top percentiles. Lauren’s students have been successful in securing placements at top finishing schools such as The Australian Ballet School, The Royal Ballet School and Queensland Ballet Academy, to name a few. Lauren currently has many students who are currently involved in the Interstate Training Program of The Australian Ballet School. Lauren employs a holistic approach to her teaching practice, inspiring her students to reach their technical and artistic potential.

Australian Certification Health & Physical Fitness

Studio Owner - Bullsbrook Dance Academy (1993 - 2021) Perth Western Australia

Tanya started dancing at the age of 2yrs with the Sharon Biddle School of Dance in Perth Western Australia under the tuition of Sharon Biddle. After completing all CSTD Examinations, Tanya was successful in passing the highest public examination Senior Performers Shield with honours and completed her Full CSTD Teachers Diploma in 1992. Tanya has certification with Australian Institute of Health & Physical Fitness, is Acrobatic Arts certified and has a Secretarial Diploma which helps with the running of her own dance studio. Tanya opened her own dance studio in 1993 and is the successful studio director of the Bullsbrook Dance Academy in Perth. She has nurtured many students throughout her 28 years, some of which have gone on to have successful dance careers performing at Moulin Rouge in Paris, Michael Jackson Tour in UK, Disneyland Japan, National Institute Of Circus Arts Melbourne, Tanya Pearson Classical Coaching Academy Sydney, Lee Academy, Patrick Studio Melbourne, Victorian State Ballet Company to name a few. Tanya moved to Sydney in 2015 and is a freelance acrobatic teacher whilst running her dance studio remotely in Perth.

Having been heavily involved in award-winning productions from a young age, Aaron decided to focus his efforts on tap dance in 2015. He has received training from The Forge Tap Project, Tap Dogs and other leading figures in Australian tap dance. After receiving an Emerging Artist award from the Australian Tap Dance Festival in 2017, he featured in The Forge Tap Company’s inaugural performance, Alpha, and co-created the tap duo Two Soles. Since then, Aaron has taught students of all ages and all ability levels at dance studios all around Sydney. He spent two months in Auckland dance schools teaching classes, choreographing competition pieces and conducting workshops. During the 2020 lockdowns, Aaron organised and produced a long-distance video collaboration between 20+ tap dancers from across the length and breadth of Australia and overseas, which released in 2021.Aaron frequents tap festivals around Australia, continuing to learn from the best tap talent from around the country and the world to pass this knowledge on to his students. This includes the Australian Tap Dance Festival, for which he has been invited to teach. He especially enjoys teaching improvisation and thrives on watching his students’ confidence and personal style grow.

Kirra started dancing at the age of 3 at Marnis Studio of Performing Arts on the central coast. In 2017, Kirra moved to Sydney and joined Evolution Performance Centre, training in lyrical, hip hop, jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, acrobatics and broadway jazz. Since 2018, Kirra has been highly successful competing with troupes and solos at both regional and national competitions. Kirra also frequently trains with experienced choreographers at workshops and conventions and is always looking for ways to extend her knowledge of dance. She was awarded Evolution Performance Centres Dancer of The Year in 2021. Kirra started assistant teaching at evolution in 2021 and is eager to continue to inspire and teach students in 2025.

Nerissa began her classical ballet training with Janece Graham and Tanya Pearson in Sydney at the age of 4. She trained in multiple different styles of dance throughout the years and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Dance from the The University Of Western Sydney. Nerissa danced abroad in Japan and Taiwan and also on The Star cruise liners. Following these contracts, she began her teaching career and in 1997 she gained her RAD Teachers Certificate with Distinction. With over 20 years of teaching experience, Nerissa has taught in a number of dance schools across the northern beaches and has successfully entered many students for their RAD ballet exams, ensuring each student is prepared and ready to achieve their individual potential. Nerissa hopes to continue her passion to educate and inspire the next generation of young ballet dancers. She loves to watch them improve, flourish, and achieve their goals.

Georgia Cosgrove began dancing at age 10 at Valerie Smith Stage School, where she excelled in various styles, particularly ballet. She completed her first few RAD exams, from Grade 4 to intermediate, with high distinctions, and also competed in RAD’s Isabel Anderson Awards, where she was a finalist for two consecutive years. While focusing primarily on ballet, her proficiency in other styles such as commercial jazz, lyrical, contemporary, neo-classical, and musical theatre also thrived, earning her numerous solo awards. At age 14, Georgia embarked on her full-time ballet training at Tanya Pearson Academy, where she successfully completed the remaining RAD exams with high distinctions. During her time at Tanya Pearson Academy, she participated in several prestigious ballet auditions and competitions, securing scholarships and awards along the way. After three years of dedicated ballet training, Georgia decided to return to her passion for commercial dance and is currently pursuing full-time training at HUBPAC to become a showgirl. She recently secured a position with one of Sydney's largest entertainment companies, Series of Events, where she performs at spectacular events. Alongside her performing career, Georgia has developed a passion for teaching dance, specialising in RAD coaching and providing strong ballet and technique training. Teaching allows her to impart her knowledge and passion to the next generation of dancers, a role she cherishes deeply.

Emily trained at the London College of Dance, graduating in 2003 with a BA (Hons) Degree in Dance specialising in Classical Ballet. Emily taught, choreographed and danced professionally across the UK before completing her Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies (CBTS) with the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), Modern Jazz Associate with the International Dance Teachers Association (IDTA) and Pilates Instruction Certification. In 2007 Emily joined Hype Dance Company UK as Head of Ballet, combining her knowledge to inspire her students to be strong technical dancers and passionate expressive artists. Since moving to Australia in 2015 Emily has taught in NSW and Queensland and became a Progressing Ballet Technique (PBT) certified teacher. Emily is dedicated to nurturing personal growth in a positive supportive environment and delivering a love for dance in students of all ages.

Olivia began dancing at the age of 3 in Melbourne. After moving to Sydney she began training with Evolution Performance Centre in 2019 where she trained in lyrical, hip hop, jazz, tap, ballet, contemporary, acrobatics and broadway jazz and competed in both regional and national level troupe competitions. Olivia then went on to continue training at Dargie Entertainment Fulltime completing a Diploma in Performing Arts in 2023 and currently completing an Advanced Diploma in Elite Performing Arts 2024. After being signed to Dargie Agency Olivia has worked on set for TV Shows such as “Last King of the Cross” and has also provided roving entertainment for Westfield events across Sydney

Porscha began dancing at the age of 5 in Perth, Western Australia at Vanguard Performing Arts. She recently relocated to Sydney to pursue full-time dance at Brent Street in 2024. With four years of experience teaching and assisting at her previous dance studio in Perth, she has developed a strong passion for choreography and finds great fulfilment in nurturing the younger generation of dancers. This year, she had the incredible opportunity to travel to the United States with Brent Street and Paris Cavanagh to participate in America's Got Talent. Their team was honoured to receive a Golden Buzzer from Howie Mandel, and they will be returning later this year to compete further. Porscha has extensive performance experience, most recently appearing in the Australian premiere production of All Shook Up at the Crown Theatre in Perth. She is deeply passionate about both teaching and performing, and it is a privilege to have the opportunity to teach at such a prestigious studio like EPC.

Originally from Wollongong on the south coast, Tess grew up taking classes in all styles at Vanessa Lee Dance Academy. There she competed as a soloist and troupe member in numerous competitions on the south coast and Sydney regions, winning many accolades. Tess’s performance credits include the Voice 2024, opening for the Royal Family at their Sydney show in 2023, and the 2023 NRL Grand final half time show. Currently, Tess is in her second year of full-time study at Brent Street where she is completing her Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts. Tess is committed to creating a fun, fresh, and constructive environment in her classes and aiding her students to become the best dancers they can be.