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Assistant Artistic Director - Elise Frawley
Assistant Artistic Director National College of Dance & the Marie Walton Mahon Dance Academy, Australia
Assistant Artistic Director
Elise Frawley A.R.A.D.T.C
Elise has been a teacher with the Marie Walton Mahon Dance Academy since 1997 and played an essential role in the establishment of the National College of Dance. After studying as a student at MWM Dance, Elise was awarded a full scholarship to complete the Classical Graduate Course with the London Studio Centre.
On her return to Newcastle, Elise completed a double degree in Bachelor of Arts in Teaching/Arts at Newcastle University. During this time, Elise gained her Royal Academy of Dance Teachers Certificate, passing with distinction, and has been teaching at the studio since then.
Elise has also gained qualifications as a registered Pilates instructor with the Australian Institute of Pilates. Her teaching degree has led her to become a specialised HSC Dance teacher for students at a range of schools in the Hunter. For the past seven years Elise has also had a large involvement with local schools as a registered choreographer for the productions of Star Struck, a New South Wales Department of Education initiative.
Elise has her TAA04 in Training and Assessment. Elise is an inspiration to students of all ages. Her commitment and grace make her a teacher who delivers excellence in all areas of her involvment.