Critically-acclaimed Andrew Hallsworth to spearhead Musical Theatre and Dance at Transit

Multi-award winning choreographer Andrew Hallsworth will join Transit Dance as Head of Musical Theatre and Dance from 2024, taking centre-stage in artistically shaping Transit’s pre-professional students alongside Course Coordinator, Jillian Green.

With an illustrious performance career spanning more than three decades, Andrew Hallsworth brings a wealth of expertise to the full-time position. Notably, he has received three Helpmann awards, two Sydney Theatre Critics awards, and two Green Room awards for & Best Choreography in a Musical. His choreographic achievements encompass an impressive range of local and international theatre productions, including the world premiere of Muriel’s Wedding The Musical and the highly acclaimed Broadway and Australian seasons of Priscilla Queen of the Desert.

Hallsworth will oversee the creative direction at Transit and continue to elevate an industry focus. Under his guidance, students partake in the two-year pre-professional streams, in which they obtain a Diploma of Musical Theatre and Diploma of Professional Dance qualification.

Andrew Hallsworth:

He is delighted to begin this new venture with Transit Dance, harnessing technical ability and performance individuality to secure long-term success in students’ careers.

Hallsworth:

I am truly honoured to be joining Transit Dance, where I will apply my industry knowledge, refined teaching skill and mentoring to prepare students for thriving careers as triple threat performers. My goal is to foster unique growth, empower authentic talent and equip graduates with exceptional skills, knowledge and mindset for industry success.

Transit Dance Director, Paul Malek said the prolific calibre of Hallsworth will strengthen Transit’s position as a national leader in musical theatre performance training.

Paul:

Andrew Hallsworth is a performing arts extraordinaire and we are privileged to welcome him to Transit Dance. Our students will gain an unparalleled edge, while his mentorship will leave a remarkable imprint in our students’ tertiary journeys for years to come.

Transit Dance Course Coordinator Jillian Green is a seasoned musical theatre professional in her own right. Joining forces with Andrew Hallsworth forms a powerhouse duo that promises to create a dynamic and collaborative learning environment.

Green expressed her excitement, Stating:

It is an absolute honour to have the opportunity to work alongside Andrew. His passion and dedication to the arts are truly inspiring, and together, we will take the performing arts program at Transit Dance to new heights.

Hallsworth’s appointment signals the infusion of fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and transformative experiences for aspiring performers at Transit Dance, solidifying its position as a leader in performance training in Australia.

Transit Dance attracts students from across Australia and worldwide with its array of renowned educational offerings. Beginning with pre-professional Contemporary Dance, Transit Dance has successfully expanded to provide a High School Academy for dancers, pre-professional tertiary streams in Musical Theatre and Dance, Dance Teaching and Management, Dance Adjudication and youth initiatives.

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