Amanda McLaren

Amanda grew up in Vancouver, British Columbia training in; jazz, tap, RAD ballet, hip hop and musical theater. Her passion was always performing. Her diverse background includes many international credits and performances.

She began her professional career at the young age of 14, working extensively in the commercial and theater industry. She took her first job with the award winning company, Patrick Roberge Productions. Shortly after graduating Amanda took a role with Princess Cruise lines. She was eventually offered a dance captain position with Royal Caribbean Cruises with whom she stayed working on board for 3 years. She became the artist director of the renowned youth ensemble TapCO from 2014-2017. Amanda has taught and adjudicated throughout Europe, South America, Canada and the United States.

Some of her performance credits include; Canada's Got Talent, Cirque du Soleil's One Drop, Rick Hansen Anniversary Special, The Steve Nash benefit Show, Vancouver Fashion Week, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth's Golden Jubilee, FEATS Festival, the Vancouver 2010 Olympic/Paralympic opening & closing ceremonies, Vancouver International Tap Festival, Woman in Tap, The PNE, Taptastic, 2010 Olympic Bid, The Great Big Boo, Grey Cup Parade & Halftime show, .

She has performed with acclaimed artists; Sarah McLachlan, Mariana's Trench, Michael Buble, Fefe Dobson & Johnny Ried.

Amanda currently resides in Vancouver where she is raising her three children. Amanda is focused on educating and choreographing for the youth in a variety of studios and facilities throughout the lower mainland.