Their journey started here
Under the direction of Kate Grazioli, Coastal Dance has been the incubator for exceptional talent, sculpting professional dancers who have graced stages globally. Our alumni shine as ambassadors of excellence, performing across Australia and around the world. Their journey started here, with us, and now they adorn stages worldwide, leaving a mark that echoes the training and guidance received at Coastal Dance.
Our graduates not only perform but lead. They become influential figures, educators, and mentors, enriching the dance community with their expertise and passion. Their success is our pride, a testament to Coastal Dance’s commitment to nurturing not just talent but lifelong devotion to dance.
Alumni spotlight
Where are they now?
Holly Johnston
Moulin Rouge, Paris / Okada Casino
Joel Murphy
Award-winning choreographer
Danika Mason
Disney Cruise Lines / Warner Bros. Movie World
Angelina Dozzi
Universal Studios, Singapore / Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
Jorja Coe
Celebrity Cruise Lines / Tokyo Disney
Credits
Where our dancers have performed
International
- Le Moulin Rouge, Paris
- Kunz Theatre, Germany – Winter Season
- Okada Entertainment – Philippines
- Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines
- Celebrity Cruise Lines
- Tokyo Disney
- Disney Cruise Lines
- Universal Studios, Singapore
- Warner Bros., World Abu Dhabi – Performer
Stage & screen
- Baz Luhrmann’s ‘Elvis’: Dancer
- Dora the Explorer Movie: Featured Dancer
- Annie: QPAC
- Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: QPAC
- The Ultimate Kylie Show, Brisbane & Adelaide
- Eurovision: Australia Decides
- Commonwealth Games Closing Ceremony: Gold Coast
- Ziggy Alberts – Heartbeat Music Video – Choreographer: Joel Murphy and Dancers
Theme parks, sport & entertainment
- Movie World: Performer
- Movie World: White Christmas
- SeaWorld: Spooky Nights
- Brisbane Bullets Cheerleader
- Gold Coast Titans Cheerleader
- Worked for Velvet Rope Entertainment, Class Act Creations and Velvet Motion
Further training
Our alumni have graduated from the following full-time/territory courses:
QUT – Diploma of Fine Arts (Dance)
Dynamite Studios Australia
Brent Street, Sydney
Start your own dance journey
Every one of these dancers started in a Coastal Dance class. Try any suitable classes from our timetable for one week, completely free.