Mara Venter

For me, the best part of dance is creating and seeing your vision come to life on stage. I love that process so much I want to support others to experience that same joy. That’s why I’d love to be your Resident Choreographer next year.

This competition season I choreographed the Inter Jazz piece as the only fresher comps choreographer, which gave me valuable insight into choreographing for uni dancers and working through creative blocks. It made me realise how important it is to have someone approachable for advice, and that’s the kind of support I’d like to offer in this role.

Outside university, I work as a dance teacher where I choreograph and teach dancers aged 6–19. Teaching a wide range of ages and abilities has made me confident adapting choreography so dancers feel both challenged and capable, and I’ve created pieces across styles including jazz, contemporary, lyrical and acro.

I also regularly lead warmups through teaching and previously as a Dance Captain, so I’m confident leading large groups and creating a positive environment. With experience choreographing for mixed abilities, I’d love to create inclusive, energetic show finales.

Alongside this, I’m on the committee of another society as Chief People’s Officer, which has given me a strong understanding of the commitment required in committee roles.

Fundamentally, I’d love the opportunity to bring my experience, enthusiasm and creativity to this role while helping choreographers feel confident developing their work.