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Dane Alexander, 13 SUNRAYSIA

Dane began his dance journey at the age of six when he was first enrolled in his school’s dance program. It was there that he met Miss Renee Burke, who became a key mentor in his development as a dancer. Under her guidance, Dane discovered a deep passion for movement and performance. In 2020, he joined the Hotshots Performance Dance Team, where he continues to train and perform under Miss Renee’s mentorship, further developing his technique, confidence, and artistry.

Dane has travelled to Melbourne on three separate occasions to participate in the Transit Dance Creative Project—an intensive experience that challenges dancers to learn and perform a 20-minute routine over just four days. Each time, he has received high praise from both mentors and audience members for his strong stage presence, fast learning, and expressive performance.

More recently, Dane has expanded his creative expression by beginning vocal training with Natalija Havralenko. Although he has only been singing for 2 years, he has already shown strong potential and commitment to developing his voice as another avenue for performance. Achieving very pleasing results at this year’s eisteddfod.

Over the years, Dane has also showcased his acting abilities through involvement in various school productions. These experiences have helped shape him into a confident, expressive, and multi-talented performer.

Now excelling in dance, singing, and acting, Dane continues to grow as a passionate and versatile artist, always striving to develop his craft and share his love for the performing arts.

Dane’s dream is to build a future in the performing arts—bringing together his passions for dance, singing, and acting into a lifelong career. and sharing his love for the stage with audiences everywhere.

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2025 Danenberg Classical Ballet Scholarship, $500

​          Mildura Eisteddfod 1st x 2, 2nd, HM

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2024 Red Cliffs Lions Jazz Scholarship, $500

​​         Mildura Eisteddfod

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2023 Lead Role "Jack Skellington" in Spooktacular, HPDT

         Mildura Eisteddfod

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2022 Red Cliffs Lions Jazz Scholarship, $500

         Lead Role "Grinch" in ​The Grinch, HPDT

         Mildura Eisteddfod

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​2021 Lead Role "Train Conductor" in Polar Express, HPDT

        Lead Role "Harry Ziegler" in Moulin Rouge, HPDT

​        Mildura Eisteddfod

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