Who won ‘Dance Life’? A look at the Brent Street students who got signed after their graduation
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: Viewers just can't get enough of Amazon Prime Video's docuseries 'Dance Life'.
For those who are not aware, 'Dance Life' is a documentary series that tracks a select group of students as they navigate a significant year at Australia's renowned Brent Street dance studio.
Brent Street is Australia's Home of Performing Arts that offers a wide range of classes and programs to accommodate the unique aspirations and goals of every individual. These include classes for preschoolers, recreational classes, elite training classes, a Performing Arts High School, and three exceptional full-time courses.
Brent Street Academy students are mentored by Lucas Newland and Cassie Bartho.
The star cast of the docuseries included Cassie Bartho, Lucas Newland, Max Ostler, Emily Smith, Conor Bann-Murray, Archer Rose, Kim Naylor, Tiana Vassallo, Max Simmons, Arabella Meleo, and Erin Gaw.
Throughout the five-part docuseries, the Brent Academy students gave some jaw-dropping performances.
In the last episode of the Amazon Prime Video series, Stephen Tannos choreographed the opening act.
Meanwhile, Cassie Bartho choreographed the 'Hangin On' and 'Mon Cher' performances, Mitchell Woodcock and Lauren Seymour choreographed the 'Hit the Road Jack' act, Matthew Jenson was behind the 'Cinema Italiano' performance, and Paris Cavanagh choreographed the 'Escalate' act.
All the students delivered some spectacular performances during their final performance at the Brent Academy.
At the end of the same episode, the fans learned about the students who stood out and managed to win the hearts of not only the viewers but of the dance agencies as well.
Max Simmons, Tiana, Arabella, and Max Ostler, are the few Brent Street students who got lucky and became winners of the dance docuseries.
What does the winner of ‘Dance Life’ get?
At the time of writing, not much is known about the cash prize awarded to the winners of the dance show 'Dance Life'.
It seems like there was no cash prize involved in the dance series that revolved around a bunch of students at Australia's Brent Street Academy.
The main goal of the show was to get the students of Brent Street new opportunities and get them signed up with dance agencies that would boost their dancing careers.
Where is the cast of ‘Dance Life’ now?
Kim made her commercial dance debut at World Pride, Sydney. She was choreographed by The Squared Division.
Erin is doing a business degree at university but fits gigs in and around her studies. She recently appeared on 'Australian Idol' with Max Simmons.
Max Simmons signed with an agent and booked a contract with a professional Australian dance company. Max and Conor are no longer together but remain good friends.
Conor auditioned for the musical 'Wicked' three days after graduation. He booked the Australian national tour. He has also performed alongside Kylie Minogue, Tones and I, Jessica Mauboy, and Meghan Trainor.
Arabella signed with an agent and booked her first gig dancing in a commercial. She is auditioning for musicals, working three jobs, and still plans to see her name 'on every billboard you see and every stage you've ever heard of'.
Tiana signed with an agent and is regularly booking corporate dance gigs. She is also teaching at Brent Street. Tiana and Tom are still together.
Max Ostler signed with an agent and is dancing for Opera Australia at the Sydney Opera House. He is saving his money to return to Los Angeles to further his career.
Archer is represented by two agents. They have hit the runway for CELINE in Paris and Australian Fashion Week.
Lucas has big plans for Brent Street and is enrolling the next year of Full Time dancers.
While having a chat with Emily, Samuel McKeown told her that she surprised him at the Grad.
Focus Talent Management's McKeown said, "You really stood out to me. Like you surprised me. Like you were a standout, I feel like you were elevated and I felt like you were open and I felt like you stood just a little bit taller and so yeah, like I feel like you have a place in this industry."
McKeown further added, "So I'll send you the agreement and then we hit the ground running."
Emily is preparing for her professional dance debut. Meanwhile, Cassie is booked and busy working as a choreographer for international artists. She still teaches at Brent Street.
Is ‘Dance Life’ renewed for Season 2?
As of this moment, no details about the renewal of the show 'Dance Life' for Season 2 have been disclosed by the streaming platform.
However, the fans are rooting for Season 2 of the dance docuseries and they have expressed their excitement on social media as well.
One social media user wrote, "Please tell me there will be a Series 2?? And 3???"
Another user chimed in, "LOVED IT! Although I’m sure I’m not the only person wondering when season 2 will happen? A whole year of full time in 5 episodes?! I was on the edge of my seat the whole time and I’m just itching for more footage of this group!!! GREAT SERIES."
A user wrote, "Wow wow wow - Season 2?"
One comment read, "We have absolutely inhaled this as a family!! Season two PLEASE!"
An enthusiastic fan added, "I need a season 2 plssssss !!! Omggg."
A comment read, "Season 2 please & thank you 🙌."
