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Behind the Stars
Behind the Stars is your all-access pass to the world of performing arts. Whether you're a student, parent, aspiring performer or industry pro, this podcast takes you behind the scenes to explore every facet of the journey — from training and full-time study to life on stage.
Join us as we dive into the real stories, expert insights, and essential topics that matter most: wellbeing, mental health, nutrition, injury prevention, performance psychology, and resilience.
From studio to spotlight, Behind the Stars shines a light on what it truly takes to thrive in the performing arts world — mind, body, and soul.
Episodes
13 episodes
Episode 6. Move Well, Dance Well: Pilates for Dancers with Oriana Binetti
What happens when a performer turns her passion for movement into a whole new way of supporting dancers?In Episode 6 of Behind the Stars, we chat with performer, singer, dancer, mum and Pilates instructor Oriana Binetti a...
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Episode 5: The Reality of Raising a Performer with Paula and Nat
In this episode of Behind the Stars, I’m joined by two incredible mums from our Star Academy community, Paula Zito and Natalie Ciccone, to explore the journey of being a dance parent — the highs, the challenges, and everything in betwe...
Episode 4: What Wellbeing Really Means for Young People with Luke Rinaldi
In this episode of Behind the Stars, Luke Rinaldi, Assistant Principal and Wellbeing Leader at Nailsworth Primary School, shares valuable insight into children’s wellbeing and what it means to truly support young people in today’s worl...
Episode 3. Behind the Stars: Voice, Mindset & the Neuroscience of Success with Katrina Ryan
In this episode of Behind the Stars, Katrina Ryan shares her expertise as a voice coach, mindset and wellbeing coach, blending neuroscience, performance, and vocal training to support young performers. With a background as a profession...
Episode 2: The Nutrition Behind the Dancer with Amy Gallery
In this episode of Behind the Stars, Amy Gallery shares her unique journey from dancer to qualified nutritionist, and how her time training and performing full-time sparked a passion for dietetics. Drawing from her own experiences, Amy...
Episode 1: The Journey from Student to Stage with Amelia Sanzo
In this episode of Behind the Stars, Amelia Sanzo shares an inspiring and honest look into her journey through the world of musical theatre. She reflects on her time as a student, where she wasn’t always the strongest performer in ever...
Episode 7 Dreams, Discipline & Dance: Sofia’s journey to Brent Street
In this inspiring episode of Behind the Stars, we chat with former Star Academy student Sofia Maur, who is now training full-time at Brent Street — one of Australia’s most prestigious performing arts schools. Sofia shares how he...
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Episode 6. Behind the Feed: The Real Life of a Social Media Creator with Hayley Berlingeri
In this episode of Behind the Stars, we sit down with influencer and content creator Hayley Berlingeri to explore the world behind the perfectly curated feed. Hayley opens up about what it really takes to go from a brand b...
Episode 5 Creating a Second Chance: Clay Glen & Zoe Burns on Gymnastics Academy
In Episode 5 of Behind the Stars, we sit down with director and photographer Clay Glen, the creative mind behind the Netflix hit Gymnastics Academy: A Second Chance, and rising star Zoe Burns, who shines on scree...
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Episode 4 - Dancers’ Bodies: Care, Strength & Balance with Physio Jenni Guest
Episode 4 of Behind the Stars welcomes special guest Jenni Guest, a former dancer whose love for ballet inspired her career as a leading physiotherapist for dancers. Through her Smart Dance program, Jenni is passion...
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Episode 3 - Dance, Dreams and Disney Magic with Ambrielle Payne
In this episode, we sit down with Adelaide-born and raised performer Ambrielle Payne, who is currently touring Australia in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. From a young age, Ambrielle trained extensively in all styles of dance, d...
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Episode 2 - Fuel your Body and Boost your mood with Malissa Fedele
In this episode of Behind the Stars, we’re joined by Malissa Fedele — Clinical Nutritionist, performer, and advocate for holistic health — widely known as The Mood Boosting Nutritionist. With her signature passion for helping ...
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Episode 1. From Coffee to Curtain Calls: Star is born over a casual coffee catch up...
Welcome to Behind the Stars — the podcast that shines a light on all things performing arts, from the spotlight on stage to the stories behind the scenes.In our very first episode, we sit down with Jenna Maiolo<...
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