Chris Haines

Chris is a Sydney based Professional Dancer, Performing Artist, Commercial Model. Chris began training at Vanessa Lee Dance Academy at age 15 and once finishing his studies Chris trained at the prestigious “Brent Street Studios“ securing his place within the industry with some of Australia’s finest Choreographers.

Shortly after graduating, Chris was cast as an international dancer for Carnival Cruise Lines and was subsequently requested to assist in the creation, conception and direction of some of the company’s most innovative and cutting edge production shows.

Throughout his career, Chris has had the opportunity to perform and work alongside some of the industries most Elite Professionals and recording artists in internationally acclaimed events such as; Carnival Choreographers Ball, Industry Dance, Ben Hur “The Arena Spectacular”, Australian Dance Festival (ADF) & So You Think You Can Dance Australia.

As a Commercial Talent, Chris has appeared in many National and International television campaigns; BOND’s CLOSE UP INDIA, KFC to name a few. As a model, Chris is regularly engaged to model for fashion labels such as ‘Puma’, ‘New Balance’ and Westfield Seasons. In 2016, Chris made his musical theatre debut in Bonnie Lythgoe’s  “CINDERELLA.”

Chris has had the opportunity to create and direct a number of acclaimed live stage productions and is engaged as resident teacher/choreographer at Wollongong’s leading dance school, Vanessa Lee Dance Academy.