Dominique Vao
Dancer and Choreographer in Southland
Creative Director of Blessed Studio, Dom resides in Waihopai offering opportunities for rangatahi to excel through kanikani (dance).
Within only a few months of starting Blessed Studio 2023, Dom had brought something fresh and fun to the community and has created opportunities for Murihiku through dance - shows and performances, music videos and film projects, open classes and taking crews to Hip Hop Unite Nationalswhere one of her crews placed 3rd and qualifiedfor the World Championships in Portugal.
Dom is passionate about building the confidence of others through dance while providing opportunities for the community to thrive. As well as being a māmā of 2, Dom also teaches dance in schools around the Southland region. She is a passionate leader who thrives to build others through dance.
Trained under the likes of Kiel Tutin, Todd Williamson and Loren Kitto as part of NZXNext mentorship program, Doms growth within the year had lead her to opportunities being a featured dancer in music videos with NZ artists Razé, Mikey Mayz, Ella Monnery and Champ Kingdom.
Dom has choreographed for Australian artist A.Girl as well as performing with her for multiple live shows and concerts. She was also featured in the Hennessy VIP commercial promoted by Australian artist B wise.
As well as being part of the One ILL project directed by the Oneill Twins (2019), she also represented NZ at the Hip Hop Unite World Championships (2017) held in Amsterdam placing 3rd in the world.
As well as coaching, Dom is also a fierce and passionate dancer that immediately captivates your attention with her stage presence.
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