Our Talented Team
With specialist trained teachers who will nurture your child's confidence and encourage their progress, you will see your child blossom before your eyes!
Brock Rankmore
Brock has been teaching since 14 years old. He was a Vivid PA student since our very first day and has now graduated to teaching staff. Brock has completed his Cert III in Dance Teaching. Brock has also completed his Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts at ED5 International.
Brock attended Nepean Creative & Performing Arts High School for his high school education and has joined their dance teaching staff in 2024.
Brock took his first dance class at 9 years old and has never looked back. He lives and breathes dance and has aspirations of making a career on Broadway in Musical Theatre.
Brock is a true triple threat performer. Not only is he an exceptional dancer, he can act and is an amazingly talented singer.
Brock's credits include lead male performer on Sydney Showboat, dancer & singer in Footloose the Musical, Dance Academy - The Movie, the Lead role in Fame with at Nepean CAPA High, featured dancer in Schools Spectacular, 4 years with Bangarra Aboriginal Dance Ensemble, Performer at Australia Day at Barangaroo Smoking Ceremony and concert at the Opera House with Bangarra, 7 seasons with the prestigious Locreado Contemporary Dance Program, as well as being selected for the Locreado National Touring Company. Brock was also an assistant teacher with Locreado Contemporary Program in 2022 and again in 2025.
Brock was honoured to perform at the 2023 Sydney Carols in The Domain with Rhonda Burchmore and The Wiggles.
Brock made his professional musical theatre debut in 2025 performing as Lurch in Addams Family The Musical.
He has performed as a singer and dancer in many local festivals and eisteddfods and is constantly working to perfect his craft.
Brock's favourite genres are lyrical, contemporary and Musical Theatre. Brock's idol and inspiration is Hugh Jackman.
Brock has completed his RAD ballet exams up to Intermediate level and has received a Distinction for every exam taken. Brock was our our highest scoring ballet exam student for 4 years in a row.
Brock is excited to pass on his passion to our next generation of dancers and is a much loved role model to our littlest stars!
Brock has been teaching since 14 years old. He was a Vivid PA student since our very first day and has now graduated to teaching staff. Brock has completed his Cert III in Dance Teaching. Brock has also completed his Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts at ED5 International.
Brock attended Nepean Creative & Performing Arts High School for his high school education and has joined their dance teaching staff in 2024.
Brock took his first dance class at 9 years old and has never looked back. He lives and breathes dance and has aspirations of making a career on Broadway in Musical Theatre.
Brock is a true triple threat performer. Not only is he an exceptional dancer, he can act and is an amazingly talented singer.
Brock's credits include lead male performer on Sydney Showboat, dancer & singer in Footloose the Musical, Dance Academy - The Movie, the Lead role in Fame with at Nepean CAPA High, featured dancer in Schools Spectacular, 4 years with Bangarra Aboriginal Dance Ensemble, Performer at Australia Day at Barangaroo Smoking Ceremony and concert at the Opera House with Bangarra, 7 seasons with the prestigious Locreado Contemporary Dance Program, as well as being selected for the Locreado National Touring Company. Brock was also an assistant teacher with Locreado Contemporary Program in 2022 and again in 2025.
Brock was honoured to perform at the 2023 Sydney Carols in The Domain with Rhonda Burchmore and The Wiggles.
Brock made his professional musical theatre debut in 2025 performing as Lurch in Addams Family The Musical.
He has performed as a singer and dancer in many local festivals and eisteddfods and is constantly working to perfect his craft.
Brock's favourite genres are lyrical, contemporary and Musical Theatre. Brock's idol and inspiration is Hugh Jackman.
Brock has completed his RAD ballet exams up to Intermediate level and has received a Distinction for every exam taken. Brock was our our highest scoring ballet exam student for 4 years in a row.
Brock is excited to pass on his passion to our next generation of dancers and is a much loved role model to our littlest stars!
Bek Taranto
Bek is a trained All Rounder/ Triple Threat with over 20 years experience in the industry. Bek is currently a Freelance dance teacher/choreographer fresh out of Maternity leave after the birth of her 2 beautiful boys.
She is Glen Wood Tap and RAD Ballet educated, and qualified with a Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management.
Bek was a member of the hip hop crew ‘Zealous Dance Crew’ based in Sydney lead by a Former Royal Dance Crew Member. Her performance credits include: MTV Awards, Ja Rule, Montel Jordan, Christine Anu, Deni Hines and more. She has had many TV appearances throughout her career on SBS, MTV and Channel 9.
At the age of 17, Bek was discovered by the Talent Development Program and went on to become a featured singer in Channel 9s School Spectacular. It was here she was offered a regular spot on the SBS show ‘The Crew’. She has gone on to sing and host many corporate gigs, TV specials and Charity events.
Most recently, Bek has been adjudicating both Nationally and Internationally with a focus on building dancers self esteem and creating a fun, encouraging and safe environment for them to grow and thrive in!
Bek has been part of the teaching faculty at Vivid PA since its humble beginnings in 2013 and is an incredible motivator and positive force in the lives of our students.
Bek is a trained All Rounder/ Triple Threat with over 20 years experience in the industry. Bek is currently a Freelance dance teacher/choreographer fresh out of Maternity leave after the birth of her 2 beautiful boys.
She is Glen Wood Tap and RAD Ballet educated, and qualified with a Certificate IV in Dance Teaching and Management.
Bek was a member of the hip hop crew ‘Zealous Dance Crew’ based in Sydney lead by a Former Royal Dance Crew Member. Her performance credits include: MTV Awards, Ja Rule, Montel Jordan, Christine Anu, Deni Hines and more. She has had many TV appearances throughout her career on SBS, MTV and Channel 9.
At the age of 17, Bek was discovered by the Talent Development Program and went on to become a featured singer in Channel 9s School Spectacular. It was here she was offered a regular spot on the SBS show ‘The Crew’. She has gone on to sing and host many corporate gigs, TV specials and Charity events.
Most recently, Bek has been adjudicating both Nationally and Internationally with a focus on building dancers self esteem and creating a fun, encouraging and safe environment for them to grow and thrive in!
Bek has been part of the teaching faculty at Vivid PA since its humble beginnings in 2013 and is an incredible motivator and positive force in the lives of our students.
Breanna Oakes
Breanna began dance training at the age of 3 in styles including Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary and Lyrical. By the age of 10 she was competing in eisteddfods as a soloist doing both dance, acro and contortion. She competed in numerous competitions and talent quests and excelled in her field.
At only 14 she began performing professionally for Dargie Entertainment & WB Productions at 15 performing as a soloist contortionist for corporate events. Breanna has performed at events including Dargie Entertainments production of the Katy Perry show, multiple weddings, performed as a featured artist with Justice Crew, and performed at places including The Star Casino in Darling Harbour & Canberra Casino, ACT.
In 2019 she completed a year of Fulltime dance training and received a Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) with Dargie Entertainment.
Breanna’s passion is creativity & helping younger students explore possibilities through Dance, Acro & Contortion. She thrives on pushing boundaries & always trying to bring something new to the industry.
Breanna loves being a member of the Vivid PA team as part of our Acrobatics & Circus staff.
Breanna began dance training at the age of 3 in styles including Jazz, Ballet, Tap, Contemporary and Lyrical. By the age of 10 she was competing in eisteddfods as a soloist doing both dance, acro and contortion. She competed in numerous competitions and talent quests and excelled in her field.
At only 14 she began performing professionally for Dargie Entertainment & WB Productions at 15 performing as a soloist contortionist for corporate events. Breanna has performed at events including Dargie Entertainments production of the Katy Perry show, multiple weddings, performed as a featured artist with Justice Crew, and performed at places including The Star Casino in Darling Harbour & Canberra Casino, ACT.
In 2019 she completed a year of Fulltime dance training and received a Diploma of Dance (Elite Performance) with Dargie Entertainment.
Breanna’s passion is creativity & helping younger students explore possibilities through Dance, Acro & Contortion. She thrives on pushing boundaries & always trying to bring something new to the industry.
Breanna loves being a member of the Vivid PA team as part of our Acrobatics & Circus staff.
Bianca Maso
Bianca has been dancing since she was 8 years old and fell in love with dance instantly. Her favourite style of dance to perform is jazz and contemporary, but Bianca's passion lies in teaching our littlest dancers.
Bianca nurtures each of our littlest stars with kindness and patience.
Bianca has a Cert III in Early Childhood Education, completed her teacher training in Acrobatic Arts, and has almost completed her Cert IV in Dance Teaching & Management. Bianca has also completed her training in circus skills and is qualified to teach lyra and silks.
Bianca has participated in many eisteddfods and public performances over the years, including performing at Dreamworld and for Carnival Cruiselines.
Bianca is an integral and much loved teacher at Vivid PA!
She is super excited to be a part of the Vivid Team and pass on her passion for dance to our students!
Bianca has been dancing since she was 8 years old and fell in love with dance instantly. Her favourite style of dance to perform is jazz and contemporary, but Bianca's passion lies in teaching our littlest dancers.
Bianca nurtures each of our littlest stars with kindness and patience.
Bianca has a Cert III in Early Childhood Education, completed her teacher training in Acrobatic Arts, and has almost completed her Cert IV in Dance Teaching & Management. Bianca has also completed her training in circus skills and is qualified to teach lyra and silks.
Bianca has participated in many eisteddfods and public performances over the years, including performing at Dreamworld and for Carnival Cruiselines.
Bianca is an integral and much loved teacher at Vivid PA!
She is super excited to be a part of the Vivid Team and pass on her passion for dance to our students!
Jade Anderson
Jade is a dedicated and passionate dance educator who is committed to nurturing confident, technically strong, and expressive dancers. She
believes in creating a supportive and structured learning environment where students feel encouraged to challenge themselves and grow at their own pace.
With a strong focus on quality technique, artistry, and discipline, Jade aims to build solid foundations while fostering a genuine love of dance. Her teaching style balances clear expectations with warmth and understanding, helping students develop confidence, resilience, and pride in their progress.
Jade is passionate about guiding dancers not only through their technical ballet training, but also through their personal growth, empowering them with skills that extend beyond the studio.
Jade is beyond excited to be a part of the Vivid family and adores working alongside the team to help our dancers achieve their goals.
Jade is a dedicated and passionate dance educator who is committed to nurturing confident, technically strong, and expressive dancers. She
believes in creating a supportive and structured learning environment where students feel encouraged to challenge themselves and grow at their own pace.
With a strong focus on quality technique, artistry, and discipline, Jade aims to build solid foundations while fostering a genuine love of dance. Her teaching style balances clear expectations with warmth and understanding, helping students develop confidence, resilience, and pride in their progress.
Jade is passionate about guiding dancers not only through their technical ballet training, but also through their personal growth, empowering them with skills that extend beyond the studio.
Jade is beyond excited to be a part of the Vivid family and adores working alongside the team to help our dancers achieve their goals.
Kim Gales
Kim began dancing at age 3. She carries many happy memories of her childhood dance classes and believes that all children should be able to experience the joy of dance regardless of ability or disability.
After becoming a Registered Podiatrist and having a family, Kim returned
to ballet as a mature aged student completing Grades 6,7 and 8 and Intermediate RAD Exams. She then completed her studies to be awarded a Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies and became a registered teacher of RAD Ballet.
Kim is passionate not only about sharing the love of dance but that it is done in a safe manner, ensuring that children are taught correct technique and progress as their individual bodies allow.
She is a member of the International Association of Dance Medicine and Science and endeavours to stay up to date with the latest research and best practices.
Kim is a much adored ballet teacher who in 2026 marks her 10th year being a part of our Vivid Family.
Kim began dancing at age 3. She carries many happy memories of her childhood dance classes and believes that all children should be able to experience the joy of dance regardless of ability or disability.
After becoming a Registered Podiatrist and having a family, Kim returned
to ballet as a mature aged student completing Grades 6,7 and 8 and Intermediate RAD Exams. She then completed her studies to be awarded a Certificate in Ballet Teaching Studies and became a registered teacher of RAD Ballet.
Kim is passionate not only about sharing the love of dance but that it is done in a safe manner, ensuring that children are taught correct technique and progress as their individual bodies allow.
She is a member of the International Association of Dance Medicine and Science and endeavours to stay up to date with the latest research and best practices.
Kim is a much adored ballet teacher who in 2026 marks her 10th year being a part of our Vivid Family.
Olivia Rankmore
Olivia began dancing at four years old. Whilst often shy in class, she quickly proved to be an exceptional stage performer with natural technical abilities!
Olivia has trained in multiple genres including ballet exams up to level RAD Intermediate, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, musical theatre, and hip hop.
Olivia attended Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School where she represented them on multiple occasions each year as a featured dancer at events including Schools Spectacular, Pulse, Lighthouse Dance Project, State Dance Festival, Blue Mountains Nepean Dance Festival, Synergy, the NSW principals conference representing the Arts Unit, Eisteddfods, Showcases and their production of Shrek The Musical. Olivia was also invited by the Dept of Education as one of only two students to choreograph for the SpecFest Flash mob which was performed for King Charles and Queen Camila at the Opera House in 2024.
Olivia has had the honour of being a member of Bangarra Youth Dance Company and has expanded her skills and knowledge of indigenous dance. During this time she created important cultural connections and relationships with community.
Olivia trained with the prestigious Locreado Contemporary Program under the mentorship of Loredo Malcom and Vi Lam for a number of years. She has also participated in the Sydney Dance Company Youth Intensive Program.
Olivia has competed as a troupe member, soloist and duo partner at multiple local and national competitions throughout her journey and has always placed well; taking away adjudicators awards and special mentions on a number of occasions.
Olivia commenced student teaching at 14 years old, and progressed to a reliable and invested independent teacher by 17. She has since obtained her Cert III in Dance Teaching and in 2026 will complete her two year Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts at ED5 International.
Olivia began dancing at four years old. Whilst often shy in class, she quickly proved to be an exceptional stage performer with natural technical abilities!
Olivia has trained in multiple genres including ballet exams up to level RAD Intermediate, jazz, tap, lyrical, contemporary, musical theatre, and hip hop.
Olivia attended Nepean Creative and Performing Arts High School where she represented them on multiple occasions each year as a featured dancer at events including Schools Spectacular, Pulse, Lighthouse Dance Project, State Dance Festival, Blue Mountains Nepean Dance Festival, Synergy, the NSW principals conference representing the Arts Unit, Eisteddfods, Showcases and their production of Shrek The Musical. Olivia was also invited by the Dept of Education as one of only two students to choreograph for the SpecFest Flash mob which was performed for King Charles and Queen Camila at the Opera House in 2024.
Olivia has had the honour of being a member of Bangarra Youth Dance Company and has expanded her skills and knowledge of indigenous dance. During this time she created important cultural connections and relationships with community.
Olivia trained with the prestigious Locreado Contemporary Program under the mentorship of Loredo Malcom and Vi Lam for a number of years. She has also participated in the Sydney Dance Company Youth Intensive Program.
Olivia has competed as a troupe member, soloist and duo partner at multiple local and national competitions throughout her journey and has always placed well; taking away adjudicators awards and special mentions on a number of occasions.
Olivia commenced student teaching at 14 years old, and progressed to a reliable and invested independent teacher by 17. She has since obtained her Cert III in Dance Teaching and in 2026 will complete her two year Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts at ED5 International.
Brianna Hicking
Brianna is a graduate of Ed5 International (2024) with performance experience across high profile events and professional teams.
She has trained in all styles of dance since the age of 3, and studied circus arts during high school at Nepean Creative and Performing Arts high.
Her credits include Carols in the Domain 2024, the Penrith Pantherettes 2025, Club Broadway 2025, and the Sydney Kings Hype Crew 2025/2026.
Brianna brings versatility, enthusiasm, and an inviting and productive learning environment.
Brianna has covered a few classes at Vivid PA over the last couple of years and is excited to join our faculty of regular teachers!
Brianna is a graduate of Ed5 International (2024) with performance experience across high profile events and professional teams.
She has trained in all styles of dance since the age of 3, and studied circus arts during high school at Nepean Creative and Performing Arts high.
Her credits include Carols in the Domain 2024, the Penrith Pantherettes 2025, Club Broadway 2025, and the Sydney Kings Hype Crew 2025/2026.
Brianna brings versatility, enthusiasm, and an inviting and productive learning environment.
Brianna has covered a few classes at Vivid PA over the last couple of years and is excited to join our faculty of regular teachers!
Louise Viney
Louise is currently completing her Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts at ED5 International in her second year.
Her involvement in various choreographic projects, performance events and theatre productions enable her to bring experience and inspiration to her teaching.
With 3 years of teaching experience under her belt, she is thrilled to be continuing her teaching journey at Vivid PA.
Miss Louise teaches and nurtures our littlest stars with gentleness and enthusiasm; encouraging their independence and building self confidence.
Louise brings energy, commitment and passion into the classroom and loves being a part of the Vivid community.
Louise is currently completing her Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts at ED5 International in her second year.
Her involvement in various choreographic projects, performance events and theatre productions enable her to bring experience and inspiration to her teaching.
With 3 years of teaching experience under her belt, she is thrilled to be continuing her teaching journey at Vivid PA.
Miss Louise teaches and nurtures our littlest stars with gentleness and enthusiasm; encouraging their independence and building self confidence.
Louise brings energy, commitment and passion into the classroom and loves being a part of the Vivid community.
Ashleigh Barlin
Ashleigh began dancing at the age of three at La Vive Studios in Port Macquarie, where she trained in a wide range of styles including tap, acrobatics, jazz, ballet, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, Bollywood and musical theatre. Her diverse training has developed her versatility, strong technical foundation, and passion for performance.
To further pursue her professional career, Ashleigh relocated to Sydney
to undertake full-time training at ED5 International, where she is completing an Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts. Through this
intensive training, she continues to refine her technique, artistry, and performance skills while preparing for a career in the entertainment industry.
Ashleigh performed at the 2026 Mardi Gras Fair day, dancing alongside Janice Robininson and Gojo (Milkshake man) 2025 Eurovision australia representative.
Ashleigh began teaching at La Vive Studios and continues this through assisting at ED5 International and teaching Flight squad at Bounce Homebush.
Miss Ash is excited to continue her teaching and mentoring journey with Vivid Performing Arts.
Ashleigh began dancing at the age of three at La Vive Studios in Port Macquarie, where she trained in a wide range of styles including tap, acrobatics, jazz, ballet, contemporary, lyrical, hip hop, Bollywood and musical theatre. Her diverse training has developed her versatility, strong technical foundation, and passion for performance.
To further pursue her professional career, Ashleigh relocated to Sydney
to undertake full-time training at ED5 International, where she is completing an Advanced Diploma of Performing Arts. Through this
intensive training, she continues to refine her technique, artistry, and performance skills while preparing for a career in the entertainment industry.
Ashleigh performed at the 2026 Mardi Gras Fair day, dancing alongside Janice Robininson and Gojo (Milkshake man) 2025 Eurovision australia representative.
Ashleigh began teaching at La Vive Studios and continues this through assisting at ED5 International and teaching Flight squad at Bounce Homebush.
Miss Ash is excited to continue her teaching and mentoring journey with Vivid Performing Arts.