I actually didn't want to audition in the beginning because I didn't think I had the right kind of personality for a TV show. I'm quiet and shy and keep to myself. Some of my friends even said they would audition with me just to give me support. It was a very nice gesture, but I couldn't understand why they would do that for me. Then my friend Anthony told me that it would be selfish of me not to audition because so many people really wanted me to. He said that I would be auditioning on behalf of all the people who wished that they could but wanted me to. I then decided that it would be a great experience whatever happened and so made up my mind to give it a shot. From that moment on, I was in it 100%.
I first realized I wanted to be a dancer when:
I've been dancing all my life so it's just become a part of me. I tried to give it up for five years to become a spiritual minister, but my heart was always in dancing and so now I've come back to it.
My favourite dance is:
Contemporary, because it can be very expressive and tell many stories. I like when there is a reason behind the movements. Then it can become more of a dance, rather than just spectacular steps. When dance has meaning, it gives it purpose and I feel like I'm being invited into another world.
The choreographer/dancer/performer I look up to the most is (and why?):
I love Graeme Murphy's choreography because it's always very creative and fascinating. The music, lighting, sets, costumes and dance fit perfectly together. I like how he uses the dancers for who they are and what they have to offer. It's great seeing people of all different sizes dance together. I have enjoyed every one of the pieces I have seen. I love watching videos of Rudolf Nureyev. He's so inspiring. I wish I could fly through the air, hovering in space like he does.
The one thing I want Australia to know about me is that:
I believe you should do what you're passionate about, to have the courage to live your dreams. It's OK to just be yourself.
I think I have the right moves to win So You Think You Can Dance because:
I dance from my heart and soul.
Favourites:
Food: Mangos
Song to dance to: 'Everytime We Touch' (Yanou's Candlelight remix) by Cascada
TV Show: I only just figured out how to turn our TV at home on. I haven't even seen the SYTYCD Promos and I'm in them!
Book: Harry Potter
Movie: Enchanted
Colour: Pink
Place to travel: Brisbane. I have really happy memories here. I love the people - they're all so kind and friendly
Hobby: People who know me know (many of them do it too), but I'll leave it a secret to everyone else…
