ADVC Performance Studio: Singing & Acting Classes in Sydney

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WHY ADVC PERFORMANCE STUDIO?

With over 12 years of experience, Alana and her team are focused on sharing what they have learned over their careers with their students. ADVC Teachers are motivated and inspired by their love of the Arts and strive to share their knowledge to help students achieve goals in Singing, and the Arts and promote growth in life.

• Learn performance Skills/How to connect with your audience
• Explore all musical styles and genres
• Specialising in Pop, Jazz and Musical Theatre
• Master proper vocal technique
• 12 years of teaching experience
• Perform in the mid-year/end of year concerts
• Confidence building
• Fun and supportive learning environment
• Group Classes on a Thursday – Musical Theatre, Acting, Singing
• Perform at community events, eisteddfods and competitions.

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“THE ONLY THING BETTER THAN SINGING, IS MORE SINGING”

Ella Fitzgerald

PRIVATE SINGING LESSONS

OFFERED TO STUDENTS FROM 6-22 YEARS OF AGE

30 Minute Lessons

A 30 minute private lesson is most suited to younger students. During these lessons, you will learn a variety of basic vocal warm-ups followed by working on a song. Throughout this process, we incorporate safe singing practices including learning proper vocal technique, breathing and basic theory.

45 Minute Lessons

A 45 minute private lesson has a similar structure to the 30 Minute lesson but gives us more than enough time to cover our vocal warm ups/breathing in depth. We also spend time working on a song and getting it performance ready.

60 Minute Lessons

A 60 minute private lesson is ideal for senior students, as it gives us enough time to cover a range of areas. During these lessons, you will cover a wide variety of vocal exercises such as scales, arpeggios, register transitions and range extension developing a strong vocal technique focusing on breathing and articulation and performance skills and how to perform to your audience.

GROUP CLASSES

Combined Singing/Acting Class

Not a dancer? If you love to sing and act, this class is the perfect fit. This is a perfect combination of the two in a 1-hour class.

Musical Theatre ‘Sing Dance Act’

If you want to sing, dance, and act in the tradition of great Broadway musicals, this class is for you. Students will receive instruction in voice, acting, and dancing to songs and performances inspired by Broadway. Special attention will be paid to performance skills and song interpretation.

Group Singing

Group lessons are a fun way to learn with friends whilst developing vocal technique, confidence and stage presence. Group lessons focus on learning different genres and building repertoire focusing on harmonising and performance skills.

Group Acting

Group acting classes develop confidence, ensemble skills, improvisation and public speaking skills. With a focus on script work from film/tv and theatre, children begin to understand how to interpret the text and make it come to life.

Performance Group (Invitation Only)

To be invited into the ADVC performance group, students are expected to demonstrate a very high standard of work, commitment and behaviour at all times. Working in these classes is designed to challenge students with the development of harmonies, choreography and stagecraft. The students in our performance group represent the school at community events, festivals, eisteddfods and concerts.

Students are invited to become a member of the Performance Group based on their current level of competency, age level and commitment. They are also required to do private vocal lessons at ADVC.

MEET OUR TEAM

Miss Alana

Miss Alana
Director & Head Teacher

Alana De Roma is a true 'Triple Threat' in show business, excelling as a singer, dancer, and actress. With over 27 years of industry experience, she has trained at renowned schools including The McDonald College School of Performing Arts, Brent Street Studios, and Janice Breen Performance Studios.

At the young age of seven, Alana starred in her first feature film, 'Amy.' Her mature acting style and unique on-screen presence garnered critical acclaim, earning her Best Actress awards in Italy and Canada. She was also nominated alongside Nicole Kidman, Toni Collette, and Rachel Griffiths for Australia's Top Ten Best Actress Awards at the People's Choice Awards. Alana's vocal talents caught the attention of Festival/Mushroom Records, leading to a recording contract. She released the single 'Ain't no Sunshine' and the soundtrack for 'Amy.' Recognised for her individuality, Alana was contracted with Disney to record 'Part of your World' for the re-release of the beloved film, The Little Mermaid. Her work also extended to Japan, Korea, and Singapore.

In musical theatre, Alana has performed in various productions, including Cameron Mackintosh's 'Oliver,' where she portrayed 'Bet.' She has also appeared in Aladdin and numerous corporate and variety shows. As a soloist singer, she graced the stage at the NSW Government's 'Premiers Concert,' touring regional Australia. Alana's career highlights include sharing the stage with Michael Jackson during his Sydney Concert. Her television appearances include The Midday Show, The Aria Music Awards, the AFI Awards, Today Tonight, Saturday Disney, Carols in the Domain, and Cheez TV. Additionally, she has starred in short films and TV commercials aired in Australia.

Alana's artistic ventures extend to writing, producing, and starring in her own Cabaret show, 'From Then To Now,' featured in the Sydney sideshow festival. In 2014, she established the successful ADVC Performance Studio in Drummoyne, Sydney, providing innovative and creative singing, dancing, and acting classes.

Alana's remarkable journey as an artist and mentor provides the experience and knowledge to ignite creativity and inspire authenticity, to nurture aspiring artists to embrace their voices and leave a mark on the world.

Miss Kath

Miss Kath
Acting Coach

Kath began teaching the craft of acting over 27 years ago after training extensively as an actor in Los Angeles. Kath now has students who have booked roles in film, television and theatre, in such shows as Frozen, The Lion King, Les Miserables, The Sound of Music, Edward II (Malthouse), Showboat, Strictly Ballroom, The King and I, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Oklahoma, Dream Lover, The Boy From Oz, The Body Guard, School of Rock, Matilda (title role) Charlie & the Chocolate Factory (title role) Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Ragtime, Annie, Investigators (ABC), Utopia (ABC). Underbelly (Nine Network) & Winners & Losers. (Chanel 7)

Kath derives the utmost pleasure and satisfaction in nurturing and bringing out the best in drama students of all ages. As an actor Kath began her career at the age of 13 as a “No Neck Monster” in Melbourne Theatre Company’s production of ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof’. After appearing in J.C Williamson’s ‘Me & My Girl’, Kath trained in Los Angeles at The Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute under such greats as Shelley Winters and performed alongside Angelina Jolie in ‘Room Service’. Kath has been awarded with ‘Best Actress’ in ‘The Los Angeles Movie Awards’ for her performance in the film ‘Life Through a Lens’ and appears in lead roles in the feature films ‘The Playbook’ , ’The Resident Magician’, and ‘Submerge’. Some of her other film credits include guest appearances in “Doctor Blake”, ’City Homicide’, ‘Blue Heelers’, ‘All Saints’, ‘Satisfaction’, ‘Breakers’, ‘Bingles’, ‘Neighbours’, ‘Pizza’, ‘Water Rats’, ‘Prisoner’ and the title role in ‘It’s Not You It’s Bree’. She has played over 60 characters on ‘The Ossie Ostrich Video Show’ for the nine network. Kath completed a season of ‘Status’ at The Melbourne Arts Centre to rave reviews and starred alongside Shane Crawford in ‘The Old Man Crawf’ comedy sketches on ‘The Footy Show”.

Miss Ash

Miss Ash
Vocal Coach

Ash is a Sydney-based actress/singer who,through her almost 27 years of performing has trained at the prestigious Queensland Conservatorium of Music; Bachelor of Musical Theatre and many more reputable institutions.

Ash has also been dancing since the age of 3 years old in all styles (jazz, tap, ballet, MT,
competition teams) In addition to her qualifications, Ash has been teaching musical theatre, private vocal coaching, group singing and performance development to children from ages 4 yrs to 19 yrs at various different dance schools/ performing arts faculties all over the Gold Coast and Brisbane for 5-6 years and
Sydney for the last two years.

Miss Steph

Miss Stephanie
Vocal Coach

Born in Perth, Stephanie trained at University of Western Australia where she studied classical voice and completed her Bachelor of Music degree. She also attained a certificate in musical theatre through the West Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). She went on to complete further studies under Lisa Gasteen opera singer at Queensland Conservatorium of Music respectively.
Stephanie’s passion of music allowed her to perform in various concerts and shows throughout WA including the West Australian Opera company.

Throughout her time at University Stephanie pursued another passion, teaching private singing at St Hilda’s girl school from years 3-11. She also was the lead conductor of the year 7 girls’ choir. Stephanie moved to Queensland to further her musical studies and there she also taught music and private singing at various schools. Stephanie and her husband moved to London to further their careers where she studied and performed at City Academy choir. Stephanie is a passionate singing tutor and vocal coach who throughout her career has explored various singing styles and techniques through different international and national artists. This has helped shaped the teacher she is today by drawing on the past knowledge learnt and instilling her passion on to her students.

Her lessons include vocal technique and breathing, musicianship and expanding a portfolio of repertoire. Stephanie is experienced in providing appropriate repertoire, preparing students for performances and examinations such as AMEB and HSC. Stephanie is a caring enthusiastic teacher who loves to see her students happy and thriving towards their goals. She will go above and beyond for her students to see them develop and grow.

Miss Bronte

Miss Bronte
Private Vocal Teacher

Born and raised in Melbourne, Bronte made her professional theatre debut as Tessie in the 2012 Australian tour of Annie. Bronte’s love of performing began under Renie Ann Martini OAM's tutelage at the May Downs School of Dance, where she continued training until she moved to Sydney at just seventeen years old to study at the world-renowned National Institute of Dramatic Arts.

Credits include Louisa von Trapp in Andrew Llloyd Webber’s The Sound of Music [GFO/RUG], Young Kim in The Production Company’s Showboat, Poppy in Katie Pollock’s Normal, Graeme Murphy’s Romeo & Juliet [ABC], Sydney Con ‘Cabaret’ directed by Shaun Rennie, Margaret in Much Ado About Nothing and Beatrix/Young Beatrix u/s in new work, Where Life Suits Me. Bronte is thrilled to be in rehearsals for Paper Stars currently: A new Australian musical, directed by Miranda Middleton which will premiere at ATYP this September.

Miss Grace

Miss Grace
Musical Theatre, Singing & Performance Groups

Originally from Coffs Harbour, Grace recently completed her Bachelor of Music Theatre degree from the Elder Conservatorium of Music, University of Adelaide. During her studies, her credits include the role of Amy March in Little Women (dir. Erin James), Dance Captain and Ensemble in both Jesus Christ Superstar (dir. George Torbay) and Shrek the Musical (dir. Erin James), and Featured Soloist in Magic, Myths and Monsters (dir. Joseph Simons). Grace also sang in the chorus of Candide (dir. Mitchell Butel, Amy Campbell), produced by State Theatre Company South Australia and State Opera South Australia.

Grace attended The McDonald College of Performing Arts in Sydney, and furthered her dance training at The McDonald College and ED5 International’s After Hours programs in genres of ballet, jazz, tap, musical theatre, contemporary, lyrical, and acrobatics. She is proficient in piano and music theory having completed Grade 7 AMEB, and is excited to pass on her passion for performing at ADVC.

Miss Maisy

Miss Maisy
Musical Theatre, Singing & Performance Groups

Born in England and raised in Adelaide, Maisy Jo moved to Sydney in 2024 to study full-time musical theatre at Brent Street, where she played Martha in Heathers.She trained at SA Performing Arts and has performed in numerous amateur and community theatre productions. Past roles include Zoe Murphy (Dear Evan Hansen, Musical Review), Dorothy (The Wizard of Oz), Wednesday (The Addams Family), Veruca (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), Eponine (Les Miserables), and Sandy (Grease). Maisy won a TASA Award for her portrayal of Nancy in Oliver! with NOW Productions.

In her time at NOW Productions, Maisy has been a choreographer for 10+ musicals, her favourite being High School Musical and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Maisy has also been Musical Director for Lion King Kids and Vocal Coach for High School Musical. Maisy has been the Director for Come From Away and Moana Jr. She also wrote and directed Breaking the System and will debut her new musical, This Summer, in Adelaide in 2025. Maisy has participated in the Disneyland Performing Arts experience three times, leading the parade in Hong Kong. She is also part of Locreado Dance Company’s contemporary program in 2025.

With years of teaching experience, Maisy is passionate about storytelling and helping students reach their full potential. She is thrilled to be teaching at ADVC Performance Studio!

CANCELLATION POLICY

All students at ADVC must give a minimum of 24 hours’ notice for cancellation of a lesson or full fee will be charged. No refunds will be issued. Students who provide 24 hours’ notice are eligible for 1 “make up lesson” per term, which can be arranged with the teacher.

Please note, by cancelling a lesson without notice, the teacher is inconvenienced and misses out on the possibility of earning income from another student, as your lesson was specifically reserved for you.

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- Sanja

My daughter is thoroughly enjoying her singing class and we are very happy with her progress. Thank you

- Rochelle

I have been a student of Alana’s for the last 3 years and can not thank her enough! She is an incredible vocal coach and I low I have improved so much over these 3 years! She has also helped improve my confidence levels not only as a singer but just in general which has been amazing! If you are looking for a vocal coach she is my number 1 pick!!

- Caroline

My daughter Elise, has attended nearly all the holiday workshops and this one Oct 2016 was the best YET!! Guest teachers were amazing and as always Alana excels at making the kids feel like Superstars – her teaching is amazing… Highly recommend the holiday workshop to all children that want to have some fun, met new friends, learn some great skills.

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- Christine

Alana provides the perfect mix of support and motivation with instilling technical skills and enhancing the student's overall performance confidence. Thank you for your guidance, support & friendship.

- Jenny

Sophia hasn’t stopped talking about the holiday workshop with Alana. I was a little apprehensive sending her off without a someone she knew in tow however she was bursting at the seams to get back on the second day. I was really surprised at Sophia’s confidence and engagement, largely due to Alana’s amazing coaching skills. Would highly recommend this program!

- Jackie

Alana is truly amazing. She has a beautiful disposition and is always so happy and welcoming to all her students. My warmed to her from the very first lesson. She has learnt a few different songs this term and her singing and confidence have blossomed.

So happy to have fallen upon Alana and we even doubled our singing time with her after the first 2 weeks! Can’t wait for the holiday workshop and next term!

CONTACT US

Please email: info@advc.com.au for all enquiries.

We will endeavour to contact you within 24 hours to discuss any questions you may have.