Emma Aquilina she/her

Emma is a Melbourne-based performing artist with a natural affinity for characterisation and dialect. She discovered her passion for performing arts from an early age - creating character voices and performing for family and friends. During her time at the Arts Academy, Emma participated in several stage shows, most recently playing the lead, Madame Stéfanie, in her 2023 company production of Edith Lyttleton’s Warp and Woof directed by Kim Durban. Other credits include Twelfth Night (Maria), Momo (Radio Child) by Michael Ende, adapted by Anthony Crowley and Rick Chew, and writing and performing in Exquisite Corpse 3.0 directed by Kellie Tori and musically directed by Anthony Crowley and Shauntai Sherree.

Rauri Jayne Barker she/her

Originally from the Macedon Ranges, Rauri has been immersed in the theatrical world for many years as an actor, singer and theatre maker. She is passionate about finding the joy in all experiences, telling the stories of others and learning as much as she can from the world around her. She has worked in various venues from Victoria, Australia to Florida & New York. She is a Victorian Drama League Best Actress nominee, and has been seen recently in Downtown! the Mod Musical (Yellow Girl), Sylvia (Sylvia) and Warp and Woof (Miss Donaldson/Miss Burns). After finishing at Federation University, Rauri can’t wait to see what’s next!

Kasey Barratt she/her

Kasey is a queer actor/creative who has a deep love for text, collaboration and writing with her fellow artists. During her time at the Arts Academy, Kasey had the opportunity to be directed by Kim Durban twice, performing in The Glove Thief (Livingston/Bess 2) and Warp and Woof (Grace Ponsonby). Performing in Exquisite Corpse 3.0: The Wayfarers directed by Kellie Tori, Kasey was able to explore her passion for writing, collaboration and devising. Post graduation, Kasey is working toward the opportunity to collaborate with other creators and continue to develop her writing skills.

Lilly Betts she/her

Growing up in a small town and being educated at a Steiner school has influenced Lilly’s free-thinking and creative spirit. At the Arts Academy, Lilly had the pleasure of performing in Twelfth Night (Olivia); the world premiere of Momo (Momo) written by Anthony Crowley and Rick Chew, directed by Ross Hall; and Exquisite Corpse 3.0: The Wayfarers directed by Kellie Tori – in which Lilly was heavily involved in devising and wrote a series of original songs. Most recently, Lilly was thrilled to be a part of MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Sarah), written and directed by Anthony Crowley. Lilly is endlessly fascinated by telling stories with honesty and vulnerability.

Ryan Briggs he/him

Ryan Briggs is an aspiring Melbourne-based poet, writer, and performance artist. Ryan has been writing and developing his own original theatre pieces from a young age, showcasing them in educational settings as he developed his skills in performance. He has an immense appreciation for the written word, and is currently progressing towards publishing a collection of his own poetry. This complements his recent achievements in the theatre - collaborating with others to develop the show Exquisite Corpse 3.0 (directed by Scott Middleton), and portraying the roles of Manson and Footman in Edith Lyttleton’s Warp and Woof (directed by Kim Durban).

Genevieve Chalkley she/they

Genevieve Chalkley is a singer, actor, dancer and writer who grew up in Perth. Whilst living in Perth she studied Contemporary Music at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts. After graduating she continued to perform at venues around Perth including Crown, Perth Arena and Optus Stadium. During her time at the Arts Academy Genevieve performed in MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Tiffany),  Exquisite Corpse (group-devised), Momo (Professor Hora) and The Glove Thief (Queen Elizabeth I). Genevieve loves to write music and is currently working on a song cycle exploring the concealed reasons of why women stay.

Grace Chisholm she/her

UK-born and raised in New Zealand, Grace has always had an immense passion for theatre. Grace’s love for the performing arts has a focus on musicals, contemporary plays, and alternative music. During her formal training at the Arts Academy, Grace had the privilege to perform in Momo (Beppo) directed by Ross Hall; a jukebox musical version of Twelfth Night (Viola/Cesario) directed by Angela Campbell; and discovered her passion for songwriting in Exquisite Corpse 3.0 directed by Scott Middleton. Most recently, Grace performed the lead in the hidden gem, Warp and Woof (Theo Hemming) directed by Kim Durban. Grace hopes to create original work and perform anywhere she can in 2024.

Danah Collins she/her

Danah is an emerging Melbourne-based artist and writer, originally from north-west Tasmania. A flexible and passionate storyteller, Danah is experienced in theatre, musical theatre, screen acting and as a musician and musical comedian. Recently she has appeared in Warp and Woof (Poppy Price) directed by Kim Durban; Frankenstein (Elizabeth Lavenza) and Momo (Agent PQZ1) both directed by Ross Hall; and in devised work Exquisite Corpse 3.0 directed by Kellie Tori, for which she wrote several pieces of text/music. Recently named Piano Bar's Got Talent runner-up for her original musical comedy, Danah is excited to seek new opportunities to tell stories on stages and screens.

Isabella Crawford they/she

Isabella is a queer and neurodivergent creative/performing artist born and raised in Melbourne’s north-west. During their time at the Arts Academy, Isabella has enjoyed the opportunity to work under Kim Durban’s direction in The Glove Thief (Mary 1) and Warp and Woof (Phoebe). They have also performed in the world premiere of Momo (Cassiopeia) directed by Ross Hall. Currently working on their writing and devising skills, Isabella is grateful for the chance to collaborate on Exquisite Corpse 3.0. Throughout their studies this year Isabella also performed in Unsinkable written and directed by Henry Stephensen, as part of the July Comedy on the Rocks production at the Motley Bauhaus.

William Curtin he/him

Will is a Melbourne-based performer who thrives in all elements of performing. Will started his acting training at eight years of age, completing training at Super Speak, NIDA holiday workshops and VCE Screen Acting. Having played football for sixteen years, Will was able to work with Melbourne Theatre Company to promote a new project: 37. Whilst studying at the Arts Academy he has worked on productions such as Frankenstein (Creature/Felix) directed by Ross Hall. Will composed two original pieces for Exquisite Corpse 3.0: SevENDS Calling directed byScott Middleton, and most recently was seen in Warp and Woof (Percy Wilson) directed by Kim Durban.

Andrew Drava he/she

Originating from the Latrobe Valley, Gippsland, Andrew identifies as a Queer performer.  Their time at the Arts Academy allowed them to perform in a range of productions including The Glove Thief (Walsingham) by Beth Flintoff, and the premiere of Momo (Professor Hora) based on the novel by Michael Ende. Their graduating year included an ensemble, group-devised project, Exquisite Corpse 3.0 where Andrew used their writing and choreographic skills to create a multitude of stories. They most recently performed in the 2023 production MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE (Zombie) by Anthony Crowley. Outside the Arts Academy, Andrew has featured their dancing skills in both solo and group performances across regional Victoria.

Lachlan Edis he/him

Lachie started dancing at a young age finding a passion for tap dance, then falling in love with theatre while performing in Matthew Bourne’s Lord of the Flies at the Arts Centre in 2017. During his time at the Arts Academy he originated the role of Beppo in Momo written by Rick Chew and Anthony Crowley. His other credits include Frankenstein by Nick Dear (The Creature, Monsieur Frankenstein,) Exquisite Corpse 3.0 (Writer/Ensemble Performer,) and Christopher Tupper in MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical. Lachie looks forward to creating and being involved in new works, currently writing a song cycle with other members of the graduating company.

Caitlin Garner she/her

Caitlin is an irrepressible, vivacious creative/performing artist who grew up by the sea in Warrnambool, Victoria. Caitlin - Caity to her friends – initially moved to Ballarat for the raspberry drops, but stayed for the beautiful artistic community she discovered there. During her time at the Arts Academy, Caitlin has performed in Twelfth Night (Fabian/Curio), Momo (Cassiopeia) and most recently as the chainsaw-wielding lead Blasko Tupper in MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical under the direction of Anthony Crowley. Beyond the stage, Caitlin tinkers in writing and collaborating on theatre works, some pieces even featuring in the self-devised Arts Academy production Exquisite Corpse 3.0: The Wayfarers directed by Kellie Tori.

Alexander Glenk he/him

Alex Glenk is a Melbourne-based performer who began training at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School, graduating from the Theatre Arts program (2019). In 2016, Alex made his professional musical theatre debut in The Sound of Music (Friedrich) with the Gordon Frost Organisation. During his studies at the Arts Academy, he performed in Frankenstein (Victor); Momo by Michael Ende, adapted by Anthony Crowley, music by Rick Chew; Exquisite Corpse 3.0 a group-devised work, and MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical where he had the opportunity to swing, covering three lead roles. Alex has also completed his Diploma of Musical Theatre through Stage School Australia (2020).

Sophie Graham-Jones she/her

Sophie is a musical theatre performer originally from Tasmania. She has studied and worked with the Tasmanian Conservatorium of Music, National Institute of Performing Arts and Opera Australia before relocating to the Arts Academy in 2021. At the Arts Academy, she has been fortunate to perform in productions that include The Glove Thief (Mary Seaton, Dance Captain) directed by Kim Durban and Momo (Cassiopeia, Movement Team) adapted by Anthony Crowley and Rick Chew.  Her choreography has been seen in Exquisite Corpse 3.0 sevENDS Calling directed by Scott Middleton, and she was recently involved in MOROT-MOUTH LOVES SUCKFACE, An Apocalyptic Musical by Anthony Crowley (Tank, fight captain and dance captain).

Jeremy Harland he/him

Jeremy is a passionate Melbourne-based performer that has been involved in the world of theatre and performing from a young age, discovering a love for storytelling and music. During his time at the Arts Academy he has worked on various productions including MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical by Anthony Crowley. Jeremy was also fortunate enough to premiere the role Lachlan Green in the Green Room nominated A Zoom Group Project: The Musical. He is an avid theatrical writer - writing two new Australian musicals, alongside premiering the role of Dan in You Can’t Escape An Aussie Boy, opening November.

Jasmine Harvey she/her

Jasmine is a Canadian/Australian performer who excels in all elements of entertainment. Jasmine has had the privilege of training both in Canada and Australia, from going to nationals with Infinite Dance Studios to being accepted into the pre-professional program and completing a Certificate III in dance from Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance. Whilst at the Arts Academy she has worked on productions such as: Twelfth Night (Sebastian/Dance Captain) directed by Angela Campbell, musical director Anthony Crowley; Momo (Doll/Treasurer/Dance Captain) an original musical by Rick Chew and Anthony Crowley, directed by Ross Hall; and most recently Warp and Woof (Lady Jenny Barkstone) directed by Kim Durban.

Perri Hobbs she/her

Perri has been a passionate performer from early in her life, starting with dance at three years old, training in pointe ballet as well as singing at VoiceBox Singing Studios. During her time at the Arts Academy, Perri’s credits include The Glove Thief (Rose 2) and Exquisite Corpse 3.0 (Ensemble/Collaborator). She has had the pleasure of performing in several works created by the staff at the Arts Academy, including originating the title role of Momo in Momo, by Rick Chew and Anthony Crowley, as well as being a part of another of Anthony Crowley’s shows - MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Hilary).

Benjamin Hockley he/him

Ben is a performing artist born in Portland. He has always had a passion for entertainment. Loving film and music his whole life, Ben discovered his love of the performing arts through high school. During his time at the Arts Academy, he has been fortunate enough to perform in Beth Flintoff’s The Glove Thief directed by Kim Durban; the new musical by Anthony Crowley and Rick Chew, Momo, directed by Ross Hall; as well as the self-devised Exquisite Corpse 3.0, which he also wrote material for. He also recently played Motor-Mouth in MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical, written and directed by Anthony Crowley.

Erin Jankelowitz she/her

Erin has immersed herself in dance classes since the age of four, developing a range of styles at the Jane Moore Academy of Ballet. Erin later discovered a passion for theatre, which she developed through her formal training at the Arts Academy. During her time at the Arts Academy, Erin has performed in Frankenstein (Agatha) directed by Ross Hall and Warp and Woof (Phoebe Hemming and Alice Bates) directed by Kim Durban. Erin has had the privilege of performing in Momo by Anthony Crowley, with music by Rick Chew, as well as the enriching experience of devising Exquisite Corpse 3.0: The Wayfarers, directed by Kellie Tori.

Anita Mei La Terra she/her

Anita is a queer BIPOC performer/creative raised and based in Naarm Melbourne. Growing up surrounded by music and discovering her passion for the arts in high school, she involved herself in singing and acting before beginning her professional training at the Arts Academy. While studying, she was able to nurture and discover a passion for writing and collaborating. At the Arts Academy, Anita performed in Twelfth Night (Antonio) directed by Angela Campbell; the world premiere of Momo (Liliana) directed by Ross Hall; a collaborative group-devised show called Exquisite Corpse 3.0: The Wayfarers; and most recently, MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Sarah/Mrs Tupper swing) written and directed by Anthony Crowley.

Rom Lamb he/they

From the north-eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Rom began his performance career at the age of eight. As a transgender performer, Rom continues to shine a light on queer performers and performances on stage and screen. He has had the privilege of working on Neighbours and has completed screen acting courses with NIDA and the National Theatre. Rom joined Red Theatricals in mid-2019, completing a musical theatre program. At the Arts Academy. Rom was fortunate enough to work twice with Ross Hall on Frankenstein (Clarice/The Creature) and Momo (Professor Hora). His most cherished role to date involved working with Kim Durban on Edith Lyttleton’s Warp and Woof as liftman Tom Bent.

Naomi Leigh she/her

Naomi is a proud and passionate Filipino/Australian performer, based in Melbourne. Prior to beginning her professional training at the Arts Academy, she has always been an avid lover of theatre, songwriting, and composition. Naomi had the privilege of co-writing original pieces for group-devised work Exquisite Corpse 3.0: The Wayfarers, directed by Kellie Tori. Throughout her training, she performed across a variety of new and established works including: Frankenstein by Nick Dear(Elizabeth Lavenza), directed by Ross Hall, as both a performer and composer; Momo (Professor Hora) by Michael Ende; and most recently MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Tiffany), directed and written by Anthony Crowley, musically directed by Daniel Tusjak.

Liimei Lim she/her

Liimei is an Australian-born Malaysian emerging artist from Perth. She completed her Diploma of Musical Theatre in 2020, then made her professional theatre debut in We Will Rock You (Teen Queen swing/Ensemble - Platinum Entertainment, 2020). Since then, she was in A Zoom Group Project: The Musical (Tiffany Singer - The Butterfly Club, 2022) and choreographed its 2023 Melbourne Fringe season. At the Arts Academy, she has performed in Frankenstein (Creature/William Frankenstein), Momo (Cassiopeia/PA swing/Assistant MD), and MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Tank/Ensemble/Dance and Fight Captain). Most recently, she was a featured vocalist in Be You’s Broadway Unplugged.

Lizzy Love she/her

Lizzy is a warm and youthful performer based in Melbourne, Australia. Performing all her life Lizzy fostered her love of theatre through her time in the Australian Girls Choir and work in VCE Drama; performing in the 2021 Top Class drama concerts. Through her training at the Arts Academy Lizzy has striven to hone her skills, performing in various devised and published works including the premiere of Momo (Momo) and venturing into collaborative writing in the 2023 Exquisite Corpse 3.0 project. Most recently she performed the role of Lady Jenny in Edith Lyttleton’s Warp and Woof, directed by Kim Durban. Lizzy has a deep love of music, movement, and contemporary theatre styles.

Morgan McDermott she/her

Morgan McDermott is a spirited performing artist who grew up in the rural outskirts of Bendigo. She has trained across the mediums of musical theatre, theatre, screen and live music. She was selected in the VCE Season of Excellence 2020, Top Class: Theatre Studies for her interpretation of Nina in The Seagull. During her studies at the Arts Academy, Morgan performed in Frankenstein (DeLacey/Creature); Momo by Michael Ende, adapted by Anthony Crowley, music by Rick Chew (Liliana/Grey Man); and MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Suck-Face). She also worked as a deviser and performer in Exquisite Corpse 3.0 where she performed her own work alongside her graduating company.

Noah Mibus he/him

Growing up in the rural city of Horsham, Victoria, Noah is a highly passionate actor whose unique perspective and creativity are enriched by their experience as an autistic individual, bringing a fresh and authentic voice to the stage and screen. Coming to the Arts Academy straight out of high school, Noah has had the privilege of performing in Twelfth Night (Feste), directed by Angela Campbell; Momo (Nino) by Michael Ende, adapted by Anthony Crowley, directed by Ross Hall, with music by Rick Chew; Exquisite Corpse 3.0: SevENDS Calling, a group devised work, directed by Scott Middleton; and MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Motor-Mouth) written and directed by Anthony Crowley.

Lachlan Mindum he/him

Lachlan is a singer, actor, and dancer from east Melbourne. He developed a passion for musical theatre through numerous school productions he participated in over the course of primary and high school, as well as at Dancefusion Performing Arts Academy. He furthered and expanded his abilities upon beginning his official training at the Arts Academy. During this time, Lachlan has performed in works including Twelfth Night (Andrew Aguecheek) by William Shakespeare, directed by Angela Campbell; Momo (Figaro) by Michael Ende, adapted by Anthony Crowley, music by Rick Chew; Exquisite Corpse 3.0: SevENDS Calling, directed by Scott Middleton; and Warp and Woof (Percy Wilson) by Edith Lyttleton, directed by Kim Durban.

William Moffat he/him

Born in Brisbane Australia and currently living in Melbourne, Will began his training at the Arts Academy as a clean slate with little prior experience in performance art. During Will’s time at the Academy, he has developed a specific love towards musical theatre having worked on developing and performing Exquisite Corpse 3.0 (an original work) and most recently portraying Hugo Dude in MOTORMOUTH LOVES SUCKFACE: An Apocalyptic Musical by Anthony Crowley. Will has always dedicated himself to pushing his physical limits and has developed an extremely strong foundation in dance and stage combat. Will is currently workshopping several new works as a writer and performer.

Morgan Murphy-Dale she/her

Morgan originates from the lush hills of the Dandenong Ranges, where she first began to cultivate her passion for storytelling. With many notebooks full of self-devised work, Morgan obtained her Certificate III in Acting (Screen) and sought out higher education at Federation University’s Arts Academy. During her time at the Arts Academy, she was fortunate enough to work closely with Kim Durban, who directed both The Glove Thief (Mary 2/Cecily), and Warp and Woof (Theo). She also performed in the world premiere of Momo (Professor Hora) directed by Ross Hall. Directed by Scott Middleton, Morgan also had the opportunity to collaborate and create within Exquisite Corpse 3.0.

Kristine Murray-Xenidis she/her

Kristine is a passionate Greek-Australian performer from Melbourne, who discovered her love for the creative arts at a young age. Before studying at the Arts Academy, she was involved in numerous productions, leading her to pursue what she loves most. At the Arts Academy, she had the pleasure of performing in Twelfth Night (Malvolio) directed by Angela Campbell; Momo (Professor Hora/PA) by Michael Ende, adapted by Anthony Crowley, music by Rick Chew; Exquisite Corpse 3.0: SevENDS Calling directed by Scott Middleton, a collaborative group-devised work and most recently, MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical as the lead (Blasko Tupper), written and directed by Anthony Crowley.

Ebony Rowe she/her

Ebony is an enthusiastic Melbourne-based performer, who engaged in the world of performance at a young age. Prior to joining the Arts Academy, she participated in a variety of productions that ignited her love for storytelling and music, fuelling her to pursue her greatest passion. While at the Academy, she had the privilege of being directed by Kim Durban in The Glove Thief (Bess 1) and Momo (PA) by Michael Ende adapted by Anthony Crowley. Additionally, she showcased her talent in Exquisite Corpse 3.0: The Wayfarers under direction of Kellie Tori, and as lead Penelope Tupper in MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical, written and directed by Anthony Crowley.

Cait Sartori she/her

Cait was taught dance, singing, and acting by Arts Academy graduates. Inspired by this she took work experience at the Arts Academy in Year Ten. Cait completed Certificate IV in Music Industry at Oxygen College, Geelong and started a Bachelor of Music in Music Theatre at AIM before transferring to Ballarat. She appeared in Semi-Monde by Noël Coward, Momo by Michael Ende (adapted by Anthony Crowley and Music by Rick Chew), and Warp and Woof by Edith Lyttleton. Cait especially enjoyed Exquisite Corpse 3.0: SevENDS Calling. Recently she has started writing songs for a project about her experiences with endometriosis and the health industry.

Kirra Smark she/her

Kirra has always had an immense passion for theatre that started at the age of four, and has a focus on musicals, contemporary plays, and as well as film and TV. At the Arts Academy Kirra performed in Momo (Momo) directed by Ross Hall; a jukebox musical of Twelfth Night (sea captain and priest) directed by Angela Campbell; as well as creating original works in Exquisite Corpse 3.0 directed by Scott Middleton. Most recently, Kirra performed in MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Hilary) written and directed by Anthony Crowley. Kirra is an ambitious bubbly performer willing to jump at any opportunity that is presented to her in 2024.

Henry Stephensen she/he/him

Henry Stephensen is a performer and writer based in Melbourne, although he grew up along the coasts of both Victoria and Northern Queensland. He delights audiences through passionate performance and engaging storytelling, utilising his vocals and instruments alongside his enchanting charisma. He originated the role of Guido in the world premiere of Momo, directed by Ross Hall, followed by various roles in the student-devised Exquisite Corpse 3.0, directed by Scott Middleton and musically directed by Anthony Crowley and Shauntai Sherree. Other roles include Twelfth Night (Orsino), directed by Angela Campbell, and Warp and Woof (Lord Lickwood), directed by Kim Durban.

Dan Tugaga they/he/she

Originally hailing from Brisbane, Queensland, Dan is a queer BIPOC performing artist/creative now based in Ballarat. Prior to training at the Arts Academy, Dan trained and worked at Fame Theatre Company. While studying at the Arts Academy, they worked on two productions directed by Ross Hall - the World Premiere of Momo (Salvatore) and Frankenstein (Creature). Most recently, Dan appeared in MOTOR-MOUTH LOVES SUCK-FACE: An Apocalyptic Musical (Suck-Face) directed by Anthony Crowley. They also worked on the group-devised production Exquisite Corpse 3.0: SevENDS Calling. Dan’s joy and love for the arts has been nurtured whilst studying, developing a passion for stage management, sound and lighting operation as well as directing.