Update from Simone...

Hi everyone!

I thought I'd drop by to personally update you all on what I have been up to over the last few months. What a year 2010 has turned out to be - exciting projects, lot of offers, some agonising decisions and some fun world travels! And the year's not even over yet...

Earlier this year I did the workshop and press release for the new West End production, Shoes. It was such an innovative show and I was thrilled to be a part of it. A tough decision had to be made though. I was offered a major Australian television production, and after much agonising I withdrew from Shoes to return to Australia. Unfortunately at the eleventh hour, circumstances with the television production changed and my involvement with the project wasn't meant to be. But...onward and upward!

I had a really enjoyable time then being involved with creative workshops for two major upcoming West End productions - Flashdance and The Wizard of Oz. The latter is going to be a huge, exciting production at the Palladium with Michael Crawford having just signed on as the Wizard.

Time to leave the stage for a bit. I was cast in a new BBC television comedy series called Sadie Jones. More on that when it goes to air...

Next stop - Japan! I returned again to teach at the Shiki Theatre Company in Tokyo, where we held a very successful workshop for their upcoming productions. They are a lovely company to work with and I had a wonderful time being taken to all the Shiki Theatre Company's shows in Tokyo, Nagoya and Kyoto.

It was then time to drop in home to Australia. Much fun and good times catching up with family and friends. And a pit-stop at the Sydney Opera House to perform at the Helpmann Awards with all the lovely gals in the above photo! So now I am back in London ready for the next adventure to begin. Stay tuned...

Much love,
Simone x

2010 Helpmann Awards

Simone will be performing at the 2010 Helpmann Awards celebrations at the Sydney Opera House on Monday, September 6. The annual Helpmann Awards recognise distinguished artistic achievement and excellence in Australia's live performance sectors and this year celebrate their tenth anniversary. The 2010 Helpmann Awards will be broadcast live across Australia on Foxtel's STVDIO channel on September 6 at 8.30pm.

Shoes - Sadler's Wells 2010

Simone will be performing in the premiere of the new stage show Shoes at Sadler's Wells, London in September. From Louboutin's to ballet slippers to Crocs, Shoes explores one of the great passions of the modern age. Composed by Richard Thomas of Jerry Springer - The Opera fame, Shoes is a unique stage experience featuring dancers, singers and film.

Shoes premiere season will run from September 3 - 11 at the famous Sadler's Wells in London. Tickets are on sale now at the Sadler's Wells website.

Simone invited to teach in Japan

Simone has just returned to London after several weeks as a guest dance instructor at the famous Shiki Theatre Company in Tokyo, Japan. Simone was invited to teach dance classes to some of Shiki's artists and cast members of productions such as Evita, CATS, Wicked, Crazy For You, Beauty and the Beast and The Lion King.

The Shiki Theatre Company is one of the largest theatrical companies in Japan, owning five major theatres across the country and producing over 2000 performances every year.

Alice in Wonderland opens worldwide

Tim Burton's much anticipated remake of Alice in Wonderland has finally hit cinemas around the world and Simone's fans are in for a special treat. Simone was honoured to be part of this magical film and you can catch her in some of the opening scenes of the movie. So grab your popcorn and don't miss this chance to catch Simone on the big screen!