Jillian made her professional musical theatre debut as an original Australian cast member in the Queen musical, We Will Rock You, touring Australia & Japan (LWAA).

She was an original cast member and Assistant Dance Captain in Baz Luhrmann’s global premier of Strictly Ballroom - The Musical (Global Creatures) and completed both the Australian and Japan tours of Singin in the Rain (Dainty) where again she took on the role of Assistant Dance Captain.

Other theatre credits include Chess – The Musical (TPC), Wicked (USJ), Now & Then (Michael Ralph), Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (James Anthony Production), Rigoletto (Opera Australia) and Lorelei (Victorian Opera).

Most recently Jillian appeared as an ensemble member in the Australian tour of Chess – The Musical (Storeyboard Entertainment) and is now currently a part of the cast of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Crossroads Live).

Jillian has also done many TV commercials for Forty Winks, Chemist Warehouse, Target and Coles, to name a few. She has also worked for several children’s entertainment companies including Conrad and Co and The Entertainment Store.

Jillian is also a children’s chaperone, having worked on many productions including Billy Elliot, Mary Poppins, Love Never Dies, Moonshadow, Matilda, The Bodyguard and most recently Harry Potter. She has recently worked with children companies on The Australian Ballet’s productions of Sylvia and The Nutcracker, Opera Australia’s Turandot and as a Stage Manager on the Victorian State School Spectacular.

Jillian is a dance and singing teacher, having taught at various schools throughout Victoria, Tasmania and Queensland. Through Jillian’s studies she has obtained a Diploma in Arts - Dance and Performance and teaching affiliation with ATOD (Australian Teachers of Dancing). She has completed her Advanced BAL Jazz Exam, RAD Classical Exams and DFTA Exams holding an Associate Teachers Qualification. She has a Certificate 4 in Fitness and is a qualified personal trainer and fitness instructor having worked in the fitness industry for many years. She has recently completed her Certificate 4 in Dance Teaching and Management.

Originally from Central West NSW, Oliver Sievers completed extensive training at Dance Unlimited (Mudgee), Village Nation (Sydney), and Transit Dance (Melbourne).

Oliver is now a performer and teacher among the Victorian dance industry.

Since being in Melbourne he has performed in various Productions such as ‘FOUR’ (BOSS Dance Company), ‘Aetherium’ (SCIMM), Cheap Luxuries & Expired Dreams (Donnie Dimase) and DANZA (Transit Dance Company).

Oliver has had the pleasure to entertain at many corporate events with Ministry of Entertainment such as the Melbourne Cup Launch, The Globe Awards and in music videos for artists The King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard.

Oliver has worked nationally and internationally with companies such as Slide Youth Dance Theatre in Darwin, and more recently at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham with David Atkins Enterprises.

With Oliver’s witty personality, complimented by his dynamic stage presence and love of teaching, Oliver is excited for the future ahead and to pass on his love of dancing with everyone.

Jennifer Ma is a Naarm-based Taiwanese dancer, choreographer and producer. Jennifer's collaborative dance practice sees her working with dancers across street and contemporary dance; choreographing works for live theatre and film. At its core, her projects aspire to elevate the presence of other diverse artists.

Jennifer’s works have been presented at Melbourne Fringe, Dancehouse, Bunjil Place and Hyphenated Biennial, alongside multiple short dance films with her collaborators. She was a member of youth dance company, Yellow Wheel; street dance collective, Mute Crew; Dancehouse’s Emerging Choreographers Program, a recipient of City of Melbourne’s Arts Residency and the Detour Interconnected Dance Fellowship. Jennifer has worked with local and international artists including Jo Lloyd, Tasdance, Stephanie Lake Company, Su Hui-Yu and more.

As a mentor, Jennifer has worked with street dancers of Sister Sessions, L2R Dance’s Igniting Legends Program and facilitated numerous cross-genre dance workshops with her collaborators.

Michelle (she/her) is a Naarm-based dance artist.

She has graduated with a Diploma of Dance from Transit Dance & has trained extensively in street dance forms such as hip hop & house as well as jazz & contemporary forms to create her own fusion movement style.

She has worked for brands such as Nike & Champion & artists such as Robbie Williams, Delta Goodram, Garret & Julia Stone.

She is a current member of Boss Dance Company & an active member in the Melbourne dance community.

Her classes are an inclusive environment for all to come and move their bodies, connect with music & enjoy the connectivity that dance brings to all.

Tijana Novakovic, an up-and-coming performing artist has started turning heads with her unique dance style and passion for teaching.

Having trained as one of our own for 3 years Tijana has honed her skills to become a promising talent in the industry. Having worked with great scale companies such as Screen Australia and assisting Royal Caribbean her dedication is allowing her to rise to the occasion.

Whether she is on stage or in the class room Tijana consistently delivers dynamic energy. Her passion for the performing arts is matched only by her efforts and dedication.

Tijana is well positioned for success within this industry and she can’t wait to bring smiles to all students willing to learn and make careers out of their passions.

Kaitlin Malone has developed her artistic practice under the mentorship of Paul Malek and Israel Aloni at Transit Dance, since graduating in 2018. Alongside her artistic practice, Kaitlin is also a passionate teacher and mentor. Her investment as a working performer compliments her abilities to teach current industry knowledge and is developing her unique style. Moreover, Kaitlin is excited at the future opportunities to bind her passion in performing, choreographing, and teaching.