Melissa Parkinson

With a heart of gold, Melissa Parkinson plays a significant role for our students as a Course Trainer and Assessor for our CUA40120 Certificate IV in Dance.
Melissa has worked for many reputable companies around the globe including Bor Productions, Danze Fantasy Productions, Dion and Randall International, and Angelis Productions. As a woman of many talents, Melissa has been trusted to lead as Dance Captain and Production Manager on MSC Cruises, as well as work exclusively as part of the Creative Team for the Royal Palace in Strasburg.
Utilising her large network of industry connections, Melissa works tirelessly to ensure our students are exposed to many great performance opportunities. With students booked on events through the top corporate entertainment agencies such as Chase Creations, Aerial Angels, Chique Entertainment, Killer Creative Entertainment, Class Act Creative, Velvet Rope Entertainment and Broadway Productions. Melissa actively works to give our students great exposure to companies here at home and around the globe.
Leading you through your theory work, Melissa understands the benefits of being a well-educated dancer in this industry. Melissa has been in your shoes, and is qualified with her CUA40113 Certificate IV in Dance, CUA50111 Diploma in Elite Performance, her TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, and is currently studying a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Education, Primary and Secondary. Melissa is a huge advocate for learning and has coordinated master classes and full day workshops with renowned agencies such as Grayboy and Jeep Management for Global Dance Pro.
Melissa’s world-class years of professional industry experience, mixed with her passion for the arts and nurturing personality, has given her the renowned title of “Mumma Melsy”. You can guarantee that Melissa will be there to cheer you on, as well as challenge you to be the best version of yourself each and every day.