Racheal L 

Previous paid speaking roles

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Howell Management

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• English
• Hindi

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• Australian
• Irish
• UK English
• USA California

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• MEAA

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I have been performing in various roles on both stage and screen for the past 20+ years. Film work has mainly been independent films & shorts; as well as various stage work with theatres around Brisbane. You can view all my credits, photos & videos above, or at:
Website: www.rachealleigh.com
IMDB: http://www.imdb.me/rachealleigh
YouTube: www.youtube.com/rachealleigh

AWARDS:
2018 - Adjudicators Award - Sandgate Theatre Yarrageh Drama Festival

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS (Attended):
* 2021 - Bachelor Degree in Stage & Screen Performance - currently in progress with Australian Performing Arts Conservatory
* 2021 - Voice Over Workshop with Deanna Cooney
* 2021 - Voice Over Masterclass with The Voice Booth
* 2020 - Voice Over Workshop with Abbe Holmes
* 2020 - Screen Test Workshop with Les Chantery
* 2019 - Scene / Casting Workshop with Thea McLeod
* 2019 - Musical Theatre Intensive with Loic Valmy
* 2018 - Scene Workshop with Jovita O'Shaughnessey
* 2018 - Scene Workshop with Scott Major
* 2018 - Online Casting Workshops with Amy Jo Berman (USA)
* 2018 - Voice Over Workshop with Elise Grieg
* 2017 - Scene Workshop with Craig McMahon
* 2017 - Self Test Workshop with Les Chantery
* 2016 - Scene Workshop with Craig McMahon
* 2004 - Neighbours Showcase Workshop with CD Jan Russ
* 2004 - McLeods Daughters Showcase Workshop with CD Sue Manger
* 2003 - Stingers On-Camera Workshop with CD Karen Newman
* 2003 - Graduated - Adv. Dip in Stage & Screen Performance with Australian Performing Arts Conservatory
* 2001 - Acting Workshop with CDs Ben Parkinson & Bud Hopes
* 1998-2000 - Various Acting Workshops

Previous speaking roles

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Howell Management

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Beginner, starting out

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www.rachealleigh.com

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Casual modelling for various photographers.
Shoot themes include: Burlesque, Pin Up, Vintage, Bollywood, various other Characters.
Hair model for:
* Fruition Hair, Brisbane
* Elysium Hair, Brisbane
* Meli and Co, Brisbane
* Tasmanian Fashion Director at the Intercoiffure Congress, Brisbane

Lead singer

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Mezzo-Soprano

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• Pop
• Rock
• Classical
• Opera

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• Pop
• Rock
• Jazz
• Classical

• Country

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Mezzo-soprano voice. Have had various vocal training in Broadway, classical/opera, and pop, and have previously competed in various eisteddfods.

I have played trumpet through school orchestras, and have my own instrument. I'm currently involved with the Brisbane Swing Band, and the Brisbane Symphonic Orchestra. I am also self-taught on piano, clairnet and ukulele (all currently at beginner levels).

I have been performing in musical theatre shows on & off since 1996, and have dancing training in various styles including Broadway Jazz, Tap, Ballroom, Bollywood & Hip Hop. I previously ran a small Bollywood dance performance group, and taught Bollywood dancing for around 9 years.

Finalist in "The Voice of the Ocean" on Princess Cruises, 2018

Vocal Training & Workshops with: Loic Valmy, Anita Parakh-Morgan, Lee Norrell, Daniel Jess, Mary Setrakian

Listen to my voice at www.smule.com/bollycise

* Ch9 Today Show, 2018 (1 x episode)
* SBS Bollywood Star, 2012 (1 x episode, and was featured on the lead up advertising).
* Totally Wild, 2012 (1 x episode, featured article)
I have also worked on short films, features, as well as numerous theatre productions.

Intermediate

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Intermediate

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• Ballroom
• Bellydance
• Bollywood
• Disco

• Jazz
• Latin American
• Salsa
• Swing

• Tango
• Tap

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I have been dancing for over 15 years in various styles, including Ballroom (Modern & Latin), Jazz / Broadway, Hip Hop, Street Latin, Irish, Belly Dancing, Bollywood, Kpop and Burlesque.

I have been teaching and performing Bollywood since 2009 through Bollycise Bollywood Dance, as well as run a Bollywood Dance troupe, SARI. I have also previously taught Kpop (Korean pop music) and was a licenced Zumba instructor for 4 years. I am professional and reliable, and am generally able to pick up routines quickly.

AWARDS:
2016 - Top 5 National Finalist in the Indian Australian Singing & Dancing Superstar Competition
2012 - Finalist in Quest Business Achiever Awards - Specialised Services

CHOREOGRAPHY:
* The Andrew Davis Project (Stage Show) - Pop, 2018
* Salaam-e-Ishq (Stage Show) – Bollywood, 2016
* Spies in Disguise (Stage Show) – Bollywood, 2015
* Time Out Variety Show (Stage Show) – Bollywood, 2011
* Special Events (Wedding & Birthdays) – Bollywood & Bhangra, 2009-current

TEACHING:
* Bollywood Connections – Kpop for Dance Detox, 2017
* OzDance/Sporting Kids – Dance for Fitness, 2016
* Ausdance AEQ Conference – Bollywood for Educators, 2016
* A’Diva Bellydance Collective – Bollywood, 2014
* Bollycise Bollywood Dance – Bollywood, Kpop & Zumba, 2009-2016
* Stafford Heights SS – Bollywood & Zumba, 2011-2016
* Om Yoga Wellness Centre – Bollywood & Zumba, 2010
* Fresh Elements Dance – Bollywood, 2009
* Bollyfunk Dance – Bollywood, 2009
* Various School Incursions, 2010-2018

PERFORMANCES:
* Gold Coast Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony, 2018
* QLD Finalist with SARI Bollywood Dance in the Indian Australian Singing & Dancing Competition, 2016
* Various Indian / Diwali Festivals & Events 2009-2017 – Bollywood
* Various Private Events (Weddings & Birthdays) 2009-2018 – Bollywood, Bellydance, Ballroom & Irish
* Variety Special Children’s Christmas Party 2010-2012 – Bollywood
* Various School Fetes/Fairs/Festivals 2009-2017 – Bollywood
* Various Fundraisers 2009-2017 – Bollywood
* Various Street Festivals 2009-2017 – Bollywood & Broadway Jazz
* Various Corporate Events 2009-2018 – Bollywood

CLASSES/WORKSHOPS (Previously attended):
* MAD Dance House - Broadway, Hip Hop
* Bollyfunk Dance - Bollywood
* Harvest Rain Theatre Company - Broadway
* Vida Latina - Salsa
* Coll Dance Studio - Ballroom (Modern & Latin)
* Sillman Dance - Irish
* Ashgrove Dance Studio - Tap

Intermediate

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Intermediate

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Beginner

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Intermediate

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Expert

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Theatre experience includes working as Stage Crew; Assistant Director; and Director roles. I also have a background in Events Management, and produced the Star Rae Revue in 2009, which incorporated QLD's first Miss Burlesque Competition.
Film experience includes Production Manager, Assistant Director, Production Design / Art Dept, and Runner.

Credits:

2019 - Production Manager / Casting Assistant - Web Series - "Nightingale: Lonely Melodies"
2018 - Production Manager - Short Film - "The Witches' Mess"
2018 - Costume Assistant - Feature Film - "Occupation 2"
2018 - Production Manager / 1st AD, Production Designer, Vehicle Wrangler - "ReplicaXion" (48hr Film Project)
2018 - Production Manager & Art Department - Short Film - "Matt Gaffney Must Die"
2018 - Production Manager & Production Design - Short Film - "Break The Cycle"
2018 - Production Manager - Feature Film - "Nightwatcher"
2017 - Event Crew (Runner for Nestle Purina) - Dog Lovers Show
2016 - Event Crew (Bump In) - Polo in the City
2016 - Sound Tech - Theatre - "Angry Birds Stage Show"
2016 - Choreographer (Bollywood) - Theatre - "Salaam-e-Ishq"
2015 - Choreographer (Bollywood) - Theatre - "Spies in Disguise"
2012 - Event Manager - Private Dinner & Show Production at Broncos Leagues Club
2009 - Producer - Theatre - "Star Rae Revue" & "Miss Burlesque QLD Competition"
2007 - Production Assistant - Concert - "That's Entertainment"
2006 - Event Manager - Private Dinner & Show Production at The Tivoli Theatre
2002 - Production Assistant - Short Film - "Ornamental"
2001 - Director - Theatre - "Joining the Club"
1999 - Stage Crew - Theatre " Greatest American Backstage Musical"
1997 - Assistant Director - Theatre - "Murder on the Nile"

Amateur photographer

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Previous paid TV presenter roles

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Previous unpaid Radio presenter roles

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Howell Management

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• English
• Hindi

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• Australian
• Irish
• UK English
• USA California

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