Ravenhall dance studio, KSTAR Studios is gearing up to represent Australia at the Hip Hop International competition in Arizona, USA – but they need some help getting there.
With more than 60 countries in attendance, KSTAR Studios is hoping to showcase its dancers’ talent on the global stage this August.
KSTAR Studios principal Deanne Francisco said the studio’s roots have always been in the western suburbs, with a legacy spanning two decades.
Having previously participated in the competition in 2008, 2009, and 2015, KSTAR Studios is now poised to introduce a new generation of dancers to the event.
“It is one of the most prestigious dance competitions in the world,“ Ms Francisco said.
The journey to represent Australia began with the National competition held in Sydney, where KSTAR Studios emerged as one of the top five teams, securing their spot on the international stage. However, the road to Arizona is not without its challenges.
“With a team consisting of 19 kids, aged between 10 to 18, the training for this competition is quite intense,“ Ms Francisco said.
“It’s described as the Olympics of dance, and a lot of hard work goes into just a few minutes on stage.“
In light of the financial commitment required for international travel, KSTAR Studios is reaching out to the community for support.
“We are hoping to get some help from sponsors. It is a big expense to travel to the states, and we are looking for help with uniforms, accommodation, flights and travel expenses,” Ms Francisco said.
As the Hip Hop International competition approaches from August 3-10, those interested in supporting the team are encouraged to reach out to Deanne at kstarstudiosonline@gmail.com.
Hannah Hammoud
