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, developing the discipline and work ethic that would eventually lead her to the professional stage.

Our Star Academy community were lucky enough to have Ambrielle as part of our teaching faculty, and we’re so proud to now support her incredible journey in musical theatre. In this conversation, she opens up about the highs and lows of auditioning, navigating rejection, and what it really takes to stand out in a competitive industry.

Ambrielle also shares invaluable advice for aspiring performers—how to build resilience, the reality of life as a full-time musical theatre artist, and the determination required to make dreams a reality.

Whether you’re a young dancer, a theatre lover, or simply curious about what goes on behind the curtain, this episode is packed with insight and inspiration.