Launch Performing Arts Centre

Launch Performing Arts Centre LAUNCH offers performing arts in all styles including dance, singin, acting and Acrobatics. Classes for 3 years through to pre-professional courses

LAUNCH offers all styles of dance, singing acting and acrobatics classes, all under the direction of the Gold Coast’s most accomplished professional dancer, Michelle Hopper-Doyle. At LAUNCH we teach with drive, dedication and passion to bring out the best in every student. LAUNCH CREATIVE, our choreography division, can offer you their expertise in creation and choreography for your event or production.

23/08/2026

LAUNCH ACADEMY AUDITIONS | 2027

Saturday 17 October

For students in Grades 9–12 ready to take their performing arts training further while continuing their academic education.

LAUNCH Academy combines Distance Education with dedicated study time and high-level training across dance, musical theatre and performance.

With experienced faculty, industry professionals and individual mentorship, students build strong foundations, versatility and the professional standards required for a future in the performing arts.

The goal is simple — to give students the time, structure and training to make these years count.

🔗 Register via the link in our bio.

Experience LAUNCH. Experience the Standard.

19/08/2026

TICKETS ON SALE TOMORROW

CONFIDE — August 31.

A celebration of pop, performance and reinvention, brought to life on stage.

Tickets go on sale tomorrow at 10AM.
🔗 Link in bio.

While you wait, take a look back at last year’s show, A Cinematic Affair, and get a taste of what’s to come.

CONFIDE. August 31. Don’t miss it.

11/08/2026

LAUNCH FULL TIME 2027 AUDITIONS
Saturday 17 October

For dancers and performers serious about building a sustainable career in the performing arts.

LAUNCH Full Time provides comprehensive training across commercial dance, musical theatre and performance, with a strong focus on technical foundations, industry preparation and longevity.

Our training reflects the demands of today’s industry, developing performers with the technical ability, performance skills and professional understanding required for all pathways.

In-House Auditions | Saturday 17 October
Video Submissions | OPEN NOW

🔗 Register via the link in our bio.

Experience LAUNCH. Experience the Standard.

10/08/2026

Michelle Hopper Doyle is excited to be joining the faculty at Tasmanian Dance Expo 2026, sharing her experience and industry knowledge with senior dancers.

Catch Michelle teaching on Sunday at 10:30am!

Michelle will also be offering a scholarship opportunity for senior dancers attending Tasmanian Dance Expo, providing the chance to continue their training and further develop as artists.

Take a look at Michelle’s class from Tasmanian Dance Expo 2024

Dancers: Devante Latorre Karin Mochizuki Sophie Zidar

07/08/2026

Check out our little Ready Set Dance rockstars from this year’s mid-year concert opener! 🌟

We absolutely love giving our youngest performers the chance to shine on stage. It’s such a special moment for their families and friends to see how much they’ve grown and everything they’ve learned here at LAUNCH.

From their big smiles to their even bigger moves, they lit up the stage and stole the show — and this is only the beginning! We’re so proud

30/07/2026

Light The Way Dance Convention MJ Performance

DIRTY DIANA - SMOOTH CRIMINAL - ROCK MY WORLD

choreography - Michelle Hopper Doyle & Devante Latorre

28/07/2026

Term 3 enrolments are open!

This week, we’re celebrating our Mini stars ✨

Looking back at our Mid-Year Concert, it’s so special to see these little dancers on stage enjoying every moment. We’re so proud of the confidence they’ve built and everything they’ve achieved so far.

If your little one loves to dance, now is the perfect time to join us. We’d love to welcome your family to LAUNCH and see them perform in our End of Year Concert.

🔗 Link in bio to view our timetable and enrol.

30/04/2026

That’s a wrap

Our workshops are something we truly care about, bringing dancers together, creating space to grow, and allowing everyone to be challenged by the people around them.

Thank you to everyone who showed up and contributed to the room. The energy, focus, and willingness to work made it what it was.

Take a look at some moments from class a glimpse into the detail, intention, and performance behind it all.

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Address

20-22 Surfers Avenue
Gold Coast, QLD
4218

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 9pm

Telephone

+61755277724

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