MISS PRIYA - COMPANY DIRECTOR

Miss Priya is the face of Black Cat Theatre and teaches the majority of classes at BCT. She also choreographs all of the youth shows and Produces all shows for BCT.

Priya started teaching at the young age of 12, under the guidance of her then dance teachers at Vanessa Lee Dance Academy. She continued to teach dance all through high school and trained through Ready Set Dance to then teach preschoolers, beginners, competitive teams and soloists in her first years out of high school at a number of dance studios throughout the Illawarra. During high school, Priya also trained under the guidance of Nella Magnante to complete a Singing Teachers Course studying vocal education and vocal health. Priya then undertook training with Acrobatic Arts to become a Certified Acrobatics instructor in 2023. 

Priya has not just studied performing arts but general education also. Through high school she studied Early Childhood Education and Care and recently she has studied Primary Education, both at UOW. Priya holds a First Aid Certificate including CPR and a Mental Health First Aid Certificate. Priya holds a current WWCC (WWC1970713E) and has studied Child Safety and implements recommended guidelines from the Office of the Children’s Guardian. 

Priya has also trained with Steps on Broadway NYC, Broadway Dance Centre NYC, Centre Stage Theatrics and Disney.

Read more about Priya on the About Page.

MR KANE - DRAMA TEACHER

Kane is an Actor & Musician who has performed in the Illawarra since taking up drama classes at age 8. He recently completed a Diploma of Stage and Screen Performance at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in 2023, learning from tutors such as Les Chantery, Philip Quast, Michael Sheasby, and more. He is thrilled to be back teaching again after studying.

MISS KATYA - TAP TEACHER

With over fifteen years of competitive dance experience, Katya brings a deep love and technical understanding of tap to every class. She completed the Glenn Wood Tap Syllabus with high grades, showcasing her commitment to excellence and precision. Katya has 3 years experience as a dance teacher, sharing her knowledge, helping students build confidence, skill, and musicality. She is thrilled to be joining the Black Cat Theatre team and looks forward to inspiring a new generation of dancers with her passion for tap.

Junior Program 2025

MISS LILY - DIRECTOR

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