Madeleine Brown
Madeleine is the owner and Director of MB Dance Company, operating in the dance, entertainment, and fitness industry. She worked to produce a Cabaret show in the Northern Territory and has extensive experience in organizing, choreographing and managing production. Madeleine holds over 10 years' worth of dance teaching in contemporary jazz, hip hop, Bollywood and commercial. She graduated with a Diploma of Elite Dance where she was offered a Bollywood Dance contract and holds impressive international experience working with other choreographers and directors across various countries. Madeleine has danced and been featured in Bollywood Movies, Company shows, events, Weddings and music videos. She was based in Mumbai and Danced throughout the country and beyond, to places such as Hong Kong, Bangkok and Sri Lanka.
Anabelle Larosa
Annabelle has been involved with the performing arts since age 3. Completing Glenn Wood Tap Syllabus up to Level 11 and RAD Intermediate, she has also studied HSC Dance and HSC Music 1. Following graduating High School in 2019 she studied at Dargie Fulltime for 3 years as a vocal major, attaining a Diploma of Dance, Advanced Diploma in Dance, and a Cert IV in Dance Teaching and Management. Annabelle has also attained a Cert III in Fitness and is First Aid qualified. Annabelle is passionate about sharing her love of learning and performing with students.
Savanna-Rose Denas
Savanna-Rose first started dancing when she was three years old and has re-found her passion for dancing and has been practicing over the last four years. She loves classical dance styles and specializes in ballet and lyrical/contemporary. A proud member of the Liverpool community for 12 years, Savanna-Rose is excited to be part of the Stars of Sydney South-West Charity Gala and contribute to the community.
Antonia Escobar
Antonia has been teaching afto Uruguayan rhythms for more than 25 years. She has worked in a variety of different dances such as belly dance, Bollywood, Samba, salsa and latin rhythms. In 2001 she joined a candombe group called Comparsa Yauguru and later became the main teacher, choreographer and main dancer. Antonia is so supportive of Cancer Cancer – we are lucky to have her ongoing support.
Kayla Blaikie
Kayla Blaikie is a Sydney born and based Dancer. She holds a Cert III in Assistant dance teaching at the Australian College of Dance, and recently completed the rest of her dance studies at Dargie Entertainment. Kayla has trained at DUTI Studios in Newtown with an impressive faculty of teachers and mentors who have shared with her their amazing talents and experiences which she learns and grows from. Kayla specializes in Reggaeton Fusion, Commercial Heels, Hip Hop, Dancehall, Commercial Jazz, and JFH. She has always been a creative person and loves bringing positive energy and vibes to her classes and inspiring the next generation. Kayla is so excited to be a part of the LD DANCE STUDIOS faculty and teach the up-and-coming dancers and stars of the studio. has written teacher training courses under her business “The Dance Apprentice” in which dance studios use to train their teachers.
Sarah Vella
Sarah has been passionate about dancing since 4 years old and has since been classically trained in RAD Ballet and ADA Jazz and Tap. She has performed internationally at Disney World Hong Kong and Orlando, and Universal Studios Orlando. Sarah has been in many theatre productions including; ensemble cast for “Kirana, the children’s opera” as well as Birdie Productions “FAME The Musical”, in 2017. A featured dancer in the musical “The Little Mermaid”, Glinda in “The Wizard of Oz”, Wendy Darling in “Peter Pan Jnr”, and performed in the Sydney University Musical Theatre Society’s “New Voices”. Sarah has already passionately raised funds for the cancer council and participated in the Stars of Southwest Sydney as a judge in 2023 and as a dancer in 2022, where she and her partner won the judges choice award! Sarah also raised $8700 for the ponytail project, donating 60cm of her hair. This is a cause very close to Sarah’s heart, so she is very excited to be a part of such a worthwhile event again.
Taylor Katavich
Taylor has been dancing since childhood at two and a half years old, she has been trained in multiple styles of dance including jazz, tap, hip hop with her specialty being Latin Jazz. In 2020, she was successful in becoming a Paramatta Cheerleader for the NRL team and is currently teaching dance and finishing her studies of ADA Jazz and Tap Teachers Exams. Taylor has previously performed at the Stars of Sydney South-West Charity Gala where she and her star had an amazing experience and won People’s Choice Award in 2022. She is thrilled to be part of this journey again and to help raise awareness for cancer.
Holly Bishop
Holly began dancing at seven learning ballet, jazz, tap and Irish dancing. She’s worked for many performers including The Wiggles, Australian singer Jane Scali, and toured across Canada and America with Riverdance for 4 years. She currently owns her own Pilates studio; Power of Pilates and teaches jazz at the Donna Halloran school of dance. Holly has previously participated in the Stars of Sydney South-West Charity Gala where she and her Star won the top dance performance in 2019.
Cristina Tacuary
Cristina Tacuari is a latin dancer and has only just moved to Sydney Australia in the last 3 months. She is passionate about giving back especially for a good cause and is excited to be apart of the Stars of Sydney South West event for the very first time
Eugenia Machado
Eugenia has over 10 years of experience in dance teaching & over 20 years in the dance industry. She has trained in many styles including Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballet, Contemporary, Acrobatics & Musical Theatre. In 2017, Eugenia graduated from the Australian College of Physical Education (ACPE) with her Bachelor of Applied Dance, she then went on to open her own dance studio located in Bossley Park. She has been privileged to be able to perform at many different events such as the Sydney Royal Easter Show, Mardi Gras, local community events & has even performed at the State Theatre in Sydney. She travelled to the USA to perform at Disneyland, California Adventureland & Hollywood Blvd. Eugenia loves to teach dance & pass on her knowledge & passion on to others. Her focus is on technique, accuracy & creativity while creating an enjoyable & fun environment for her dancers.
Caroline Hopkins
Caroline has over 20 years of dance experience and specialises in Jazz and Tap. She is focused on providing a fun dance experience whilst learning correct technique, building confidence, improving fitness, encouraging individual expression and enjoying all the world of dance has to offer. Her dance passion has led Caroline to complete her Federal Association of Teachers of Dancing (FATD) dance exams in Jazz, Tap and Ballet. She is excited to share her love and talent of dance with the wider community.
