Oakleigh Grammar alumna and 2022 School Captain Toni Stathopoulos has been accepted into the prestigious Victorian College of the Arts (VCA) at The University of Melbourne and has also been chosen to perform in the Top Class Dance 2023 concert series, as part of the VCE Season of Excellence.

“I feel relieved that all my hard work has paid off. I also feel very excited for this year and am looking forward to everything that I will experience,” said Stathopoulos, sharing her excitement.

Toni Stathopoulos. Photo: Supplied

“Firstly, I had to record a video audition. As a successful applicant for the video audition, I got invited to attend an in-person audition. Following the dance portion there was a group discussion. It was nerve-wracking, but so exciting.”

Toni, who has excelled in English, Greek and dance managed to secure one of the very few places offered in the Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance) course at the VCA.

“As Toni’s Careers Advisor, no words can describe my excitement as she embarks on her pathway into the career of her dreams in dance,” said Oakleigh Grammar’s Michelle Mascaro.

“We congratulate Toni, and will be watching with great interest as she continues to dance her way to the top.”

Toni will be performing in the Top Class Dance 2023 concert series, part of the VCE Season of Excellence on Tuesday, 7 March at Concert 2 at 2pm at the Melbourne Recital Centre.

Tickets available here

www.melbournerecital.com.au/events/2023/top-class-dance/