faculty

Our teachers are certified by the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD)

CHRISTINE TREWEEK

Founder

Ms Treweek commenced her career with the New Zealand Ballet Company (now Royal New Zealand Ballet). She also danced with the Val Deakin Dance Theatre, the first Contemporary Dance Company in New Zealand, and performed many roles in Musical Theatre, such as Liesl in Sound of Music. Ms Treweek also has her letters A.T.C.L. and L.T.C.L. in Speech and Drama, studied piano to A.T.C.L level, and gained 100% for her final Advanced examination for Highland dance. She has also worked in television production, including the Australian Ballet’s “Fool on the Hill”. Having taught for 50 years, Ms Treweek has a wealth of knowledge in regard to teaching all ages up to Advanced level. She has also mentored 3 now teachers enabling them to pass their RAD Teaching Examinations.

Shoko Nagafuchi - RAD RTS

Classical Ballet - RAD RTS

Shoko started her ballet training with Patrina Borrer, where she gained her passion for dance. At 15, she was accepted into the full time program of the Australian Ballet School, where she received a Certificate IV in ballet. The following year she became the first from Australia to successfully audition for the Moscow State Academy of Choreography, better known as the Bolshoi Ballet School, often named as one of the top classical ballet schools of the world. After an amazing three years of dance experience, she graduated with a Diploma in Dance under the guidance of Natalia Revich. Shoko’s professional experience ranges from solo roles in Opera Australia to being a guest performer of Nayika Indian Dance Company. Her teaching experience ranges from three years to adult and has successfully completed her RAD Teachers Certificate, having been mentored by Miss Christine. Shoko is also qualified to teach the RAD Silver Swans syllabus, which is aimed at older adults, and ex dancers, of any age.

SOPHIE LUDKE (nee gospodarczyk)

Classical, Contemporary, Jazz, Musical Theatre - RAD RTS

Founder of Motif Dance Productions PTY LTD, Sophie Ludke, is making waves in the industry with her sleek and smart Choreography. Having trained and choreographed all over the world, Sophie guarantees to bring leading styles and cutting edge choreography. Her ability to adapt with and be versatile within many facets of performing, and working with performers on any level, is what sets her apart as a choreographer.

Sophies’ extensive list of corporate credits include;  The Star, The Crown, Merivale, Google, Optus, Mardi Gras for City of Sydney, TV and film for Stella, Sando, Visa, Sketch she, Athena Manoukian, Andrew de Silva and Nathaniel. Musicals for Packmen Productions Cats, Miss Saigon and Shrek. Product launches for Magnum Infinity, Skechers, Ikea, fashion shows for Toni & Guy, Myer and Hamilton wool and creative direction for Marquee Sydney.

Sophie’s performing credits has taken her all over the world including Ariel at Tokyo Disney Sea, Carnival Cruise lines, Princess Cruise lines, HongKong Disneyland, Post Modern Juke Box tour Glasgow, the acclaimed Royal Albert Hall in London and G.R.L at Nickelodeon Slimefest.

Sophie has appeared in numerous TVCs including Priceline, Choosi life insurance, Centrum, Stockland, Power Ball and Zeek app.

Stefani Lois

Classical, Contemporary, Jazz, Musical Theatre - RAD RTS

Stefani trained in Sydney at Alegria Dance Studios with Hilary Kaplan before moving overseas to Spain to continue her ballet studies at Víctor Ullate Escuela.

After returning to Australia, Stefani joined Sydney Dance Company Pre-Professional Year where she performed Stephanie Lake’s ‘Colossus’ and repertoire by Rafael Bonachela, whilst also completing her Advanced Diploma in Dance.

Stefani has worked with numerous renowned choreographers and dancers including James O’Hara, Rafael Bonachela, Stephanie Lake, Gabrielle Nankivell, Cloé Fournier, Omer Backley-Astrachan, and Sam Coren.

our philosophy

Our aim is to provide each student quality tuition in classical ballet and dance. All teachers are fully qualified in RAD ballet, and have worked also in the commercial field professionally if teaching Jazz/contemporary/musical theatre.

Dance teaches discipline, self esteem, confidence, creativity and skills that are extremely useful and important for future endeavours both at school and in adult life. Dance also helps develop focus and concentration.

We treat all students equally, concentrating on each student’s needs, they all have their turn “at the front”, and a chance to shine, and hopefully a love of dance. We are careful to ensure that emotional health is a focus, as well as technique.

our philosophy

Our aim is to provide each student quality tuition in classical ballet and dance. All teachers are fully qualified in RAD ballet, and have worked also in the commercial field professionally if teaching Jazz/contemporary/musical theatre.

Dance teaches discipline, self esteem, confidence, creativity and skills that are extremely useful and important for future endeavours both at school and in adult life. Dance also helps develop focus and concentration.

We treat all students equally, concentrating on each student’s needs, they all have their turn “at the front”, and a chance to shine, and hopefully a love of dance. We are careful to ensure that emotional health is a focus, as well as technique.