Carmela Karipis | Contortion

Carmela Karipis is a passionate and versatile performer who is thrilled to be part of the Elite Performance Team – Pre-Teen (12 & Under) at Village Nation, even though she’s eligible for the 10 & Under team! This incredible achievement is thanks to the support and belief of Byden Starr.

Carmela has been working extensively across a variety of styles, including:

🎭 Technique, Grade 5 Ballet, RAD Ballet

💃 Lyrical, Contemporary, Jazz, Tap, Latin, Ballroom, Hip Hop

🤸‍♀️ Acrobatics

🎤 Musical Theatre, Singing, Acting

Carmela Karipis and Briden Starr | Village Nation Sydney Royal Easter Show 2025 Performance

Carmela Karipis | Flyer on Pyramid

Carmela Karipis | One-Legged Shoulder Stand

In addition to her training at Village Nation, Carmela is also an accomplished aerialist, specialising in silks and hoop, and is a skilled contortionist and flyer in acrobatics. She brings creativity, flexibility, and strength to her performances, whether she’s performing at the top of pyramids or showcasing her aerial skills.

Her versatility has allowed her to shine in multiple settings — from featured dancer roles for artist to starring in musical theatre productions like Annie Jr. and Moana Jr.. Always pushing herself to excel in every style, Carmela is excited for the next challenge and continues to grow as an artist, both technically and expressively.

Carmela Karipis | Two Person Trick – Split Lift

Carmela Karipis | Two Person Trick – Prep Lift

Carmela Karipis | Two Person Trick – Prep Lift

Carmela Karipis | Village Nation | Dance Competition

Carmela Karipis | Two Person Trick – Split Lift

Carmela Karipis | Hoop

Carmela Karipis | Hoop

Carmela Karipis | Hoop

Carmela Karipis | Hoop

Carmela Karipis | Silk

Carmela Karipis | Hoop

Carmela has been featured in Live Stage Performances, Acrobatics and Dance!

Carmela Karipis & Village Nations – Elite Performance Team – Pre-Teen (12 & Under) | Performer – 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show

Carmela Karipis | 4 tier pyramid

Carmela Karipis | Performer – The Ultimate Kids Dance Party.

Carmela Karipis | Pump It, Pump It Up! Grooving to the ‘Pump It Up’ vibe

Carmela Karipis | Zombie Dance, Acrobatics and Contortion Tricks

Carmela Karipis | Circus Balancing Trick

Carmela Karipis | Aerial Silks

Carmela Karipis | Aerial Hoop