Musical Director

                    Erica Taylor 

        Erica has been playing the piano since age 5 and is an experienced performer,
   composer, arranger and teacher of music. She has studied the Classical and
   Jazz traditions and is a versatile musician. She has performed at prestigious
   Melbourne venues such as Bennett's Lane Jazz Club, Dizzy's Jazz Club, Hamer
   Hall and BMW Edge. Erica has worked as a showband musician on many
   International Cruise ships, has played for and musically directed Musicals
   and Choirs, and currently teaches full time at Presbyterian Ladies College. 
 

Choreographer 

        Kristin Ninko

        Kristin is honored and delighted to be a part of "Andrea and Luke: The Musical." She recently relocated to Melbourne from The United States of America. In the States, she received her performance training at The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts before jumping into a career of performing, choreographing and producing. Here in Melbourne, she is the co-owner of Turbo Productions (www.turboproductions.com.au), which she runs with her fiance, James "Turbo" Anderson. She wishes Andrea and Luke all the happiness in the world. Now, it's time to plan her own wedding!

 Narrator

        Orion Kelly

        Orion Kelly started his career in radio, working all over Australia, including a stint at 2Day FM (Sydney) during the 2000 Olympics. During his time in radio, Orion hosted top rating Breakfast, Drive & night shows. He has also worked as an MC with credits including Music festivals, Fremantle Football Club home games & major events and various corporate functions. In addition Orion has worked as an actor (Underbelly, The Pacific, Thats Melbourne TVC, Rinnai TVC) and currently performs at Crown Melbourne; where he hosted The Price Is Right Live.




 

Male Lead Singer 

        Brandon Burns

        Brandon has been performing for over 20 years and brings a wealth of experience to the entertainment scene. Brand on has appeared on countless Australian television programs including Network Ten's popular rating Neighbours, Blue Heelers, round The Twist and recently ABC's hit drama Bed Of Roses. Having recently starred in AFI nominated Australian films Dugong and End Of Town, Brandon was also one of the original finalists on the inaugural series of Australian Idol, performing alongside Guy Sebastian and Shannon Noll. Currently in demand across Australia for both wedding and corporate entertainment, Brandon can be seen at Crown Casino Melbourne as a regular entertainer. www.brandonburns.com.au!

 Female Lead Singer

        Monique Donato

        Monique's professional experience in the music industry spans classical, choral, opera, musical theatre and pop. She has performed major roles in opera and musical theatre with companies including Victorian Opera, Oz Opera and Melbourne Opera. She played the leading female role in \The Music Man and Jesus Christ Superstar, and premiered the role Delphi in the chamber opera 'Delphi'. Her other operatic stage credits include Carmen, Noah's Flood, Jenny Diver in The Beggar's Opera, Madame Butterfly and Celia in Lolanthe. In 1996, Monique also performed as a soloist with the Johnny Young Talent School in Disneyland LA, California. Monique performs at wedding ceremonies accompanied by a harpist and has enjoyed being a part of this unique wedding event for Andrea and Luke. www.test.music.unimelb.edu.au/agency/solo/donato.html

 

Dancer 

        Eliza Cameron

        Originally from New Zealand, Eliza is a graduate of the Wellington Performing Arts Centre where she obtained her Diploma in Commercial Dance. Later furthering her training at Dance World Studios and Patrick Studios Australia; her impetus for relocating to Melbourne. A versatile and ambitious dancer, Eliza's experience in the industry includes corporate and stadium events for Colgate and Palmolive, Tri-nations rugby, Melbourne Entertainment Store and Fox 8 reality T.V. Eliza is delighted to be part of this exciting production and wishes Andrea and Luke all the best in the future.

 Dancer

        Zelia Kitoko

        From a young age Zelia had a passion for the performing arts and dancing has become a major part of her life.In 2006, she completed her VCE and received the Joan Burness excellence in performing arts award. During school years Zelia excelled in the performing and visual arts, singing with bands and productions and was given the opportunity to travel to Italy and perform as part of an International Cultural production. After this she went on to complete a Dance Factory Certificate IV in Dance Performance and now attends Riga Victoria Dance Academy. Zelia is currently undertaking Cecchetti exams and enjoying her life dancing.



 

Little Boy 

        James Rickard

        Aged 9 years James currently attends Beaumaris Primary School and began Drama classes with DK Productions (www.beaumaristheatre.com.au) in 2009. He has been involved in some photography work for CI Studios in 2007 and 2009 and enjoys imaginative play, Lego and DS.

 Little Girl

        Bianca Malby-Luke

        Aged 9 years Bianca is a student at Beaumaris North Primary School and has learning drama with DK Productions (www.beaumaristheatre.com.au) since 2006. Bianca's entertainment industry portfolio includes photography work for Plants Plus, performing in plays and is a very active member of the school choir; also assisting with the choreography. A very talented young lady with a big future ahead of her.





 

Guest Star 

        Leigh McRae

       Whilst Leigh McRae is one of the most sought after voice teachers in popular music in Australia and Internationally he is a vocal artist in his own right. His performance experience is wide and varied and includes rock and pop bands, television, solo cabaret, big band, vocal groups, theatre and major international sporting events. In 1987 Leigh was a finalist in the prestigious 'Australian Singing Competition'. He has performed on the 'Midday Show' and the 'Bert Newton Show'. Leigh played the title role in Reg Livermore's 'Ned Kelly' and Beadle Bamford in Sondheim's 'Sweeny Todd.' His show ' If I was Going to have a Sing' with Greg Crease as Musical Director has been well received. In addition, Leigh has worked extensively as a session singer for commercials and children's books, is a song writer and has recorded his own albums. www.vocalmastery.com

 Wedding Planner

        Fabrice

       Fabrice is Australia's self- proclaimed "Premier Entertainment expert." Direct from the pages of the best dressed and loved by all celebrities, he puts the "self" back into "self destructive Hollywood".. He is Liberace meets Dame Edna meets John Michael "Hollywood" Howsen with his own unique temperamental "acid tongued" style. Whether it's roasting his audience or compering your conference, Fabrice guarantees to take us on a rollicking, frolicking... well anything with licking in it (old fashioned) good time. www.pjoaten.com


 

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