Biography
Manuela Oliveira, Australian/Portuguese is a well recognized Dancer, Choreographer, Creative Director, Movement Coach and Judge, Residing in the Los Angeles. Her work has been displayed on Hit TV Shows, TV Commercials, Music Videos, Corporate Events and Stage Shows Throughout the globe. Over 20years of Professional Experience in the Industry!!
Manuela’s credits include recently one of the lead Judges At Magic City Dance World Dance Competition in Ft Myers Florida and Miami, Choreographer and Movement Coach for Zoe Marie Blue Line Music Video 2025, Choreographer and Dancer for Diogo Picarra (Portugal Top Pop Artists) at the International Portuguese Music Awards held in Boston, Award Presenter at the IPMA’s (International Portuguese Music Awards), Performance Consultant and Choreographer on NBC’s The Voice for 3 Seasons, working alongside Coaches Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine, Ceelo Green and Blake Shelton, bringing out the best of each Artist performance as well as staging the coaches opening performances.
Manuela Assisted Paula Abdul as Choreographer on X-Factor USA, Choreographer on So You Think You Can Dance Australia for 3 Seasons, Choreographer, Creative Director and Guest Judge on So You Think You Can Dance Malaysia for their 2 Seasons working also with wardrobe department, lighting, staging, alongside Production Team. Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards Australia as Dancer and Choreographer. Toured Malaysia on the Martell Rive Above Tour for 6 months. Choreographer for ‘I’m Talking’ Tour.
Manuela has danced for Rihanna at the MTV VMA’s , Jennifer Lopez, Diogo Picarra, Samantha Jade, Luke James, Sara Bareilles, Toured US with Russian Artist Bera and Grace Valerie. Also Performed for Brands such as Adidas, Nike,Raymond Weil and more…
Manuela has been Interviewed by Portuguese TV RTP Açores in Boston and Appeared Internationally from recent interview on RTP Australia sharing her extensive experience in the Dance Industry as Dancer/ Choreographer and teacher.
Manuela has been Apart of many National and International TV Commericials for brands such as McDonald’s, Toyota, Samsung, Song Ericsson, Homestreet bank, Old Navy and more…
Aside from Performing and choreographing Manuela travels the Globe Teaching Hip Hop and Jazz funk and was sponsored by Adidas while in Taiwan Teaching.
Currently Apart of Faculty at Groove Zone LA teaching in West Hollywood and North Hollywood LA. One of the most in demand Private one on one Teachers working with individuals specific goals in Dance. Teaching at the Famous Mihran K Dance studio in Los Angeles!!
Her own Brand Elite Dance Coach which offers online and in person Coaching to make it in the industry and the mindset required!!
Manuela continues to Inspire and has many goals to yet achieve while pursuing her passion for the Arts as a Creative Director, Choreographer, Dancer, teacher, Judge and Mentor and travels the Globe inspiring and educating the future Artists!!
Manuela plans to host her own events and speak on many stages sharing her knowledge in the industry and how to create longevity in such a competitive industry and maintain integrity while creating a successful career!!
Manuela’s credits include recently one of the lead Judges At Magic City Dance World Dance Competition in Ft Myers Florida and Miami, Choreographer and Movement Coach for Zoe Marie Blue Line Music Video 2025, Choreographer and Dancer for Diogo Picarra (Portugal Top Pop Artists) at the International Portuguese Music Awards held in Boston, Award Presenter at the IPMA’s (International Portuguese Music Awards), Performance Consultant and Choreographer on NBC’s The Voice for 3 Seasons, working alongside Coaches Christina Aguilera, Adam Levine, Ceelo Green and Blake Shelton, bringing out the best of each Artist performance as well as staging the coaches opening performances.
Manuela Assisted Paula Abdul as Choreographer on X-Factor USA, Choreographer on So You Think You Can Dance Australia for 3 Seasons, Choreographer, Creative Director and Guest Judge on So You Think You Can Dance Malaysia for their 2 Seasons working also with wardrobe department, lighting, staging, alongside Production Team. Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards Australia as Dancer and Choreographer. Toured Malaysia on the Martell Rive Above Tour for 6 months. Choreographer for ‘I’m Talking’ Tour.
Manuela has danced for Rihanna at the MTV VMA’s , Jennifer Lopez, Diogo Picarra, Samantha Jade, Luke James, Sara Bareilles, Toured US with Russian Artist Bera and Grace Valerie. Also Performed for Brands such as Adidas, Nike,Raymond Weil and more…
Manuela has been Interviewed by Portuguese TV RTP Açores in Boston and Appeared Internationally from recent interview on RTP Australia sharing her extensive experience in the Dance Industry as Dancer/ Choreographer and teacher.
Manuela has been Apart of many National and International TV Commericials for brands such as McDonald’s, Toyota, Samsung, Song Ericsson, Homestreet bank, Old Navy and more…
Aside from Performing and choreographing Manuela travels the Globe Teaching Hip Hop and Jazz funk and was sponsored by Adidas while in Taiwan Teaching.
Currently Apart of Faculty at Groove Zone LA teaching in West Hollywood and North Hollywood LA. One of the most in demand Private one on one Teachers working with individuals specific goals in Dance. Teaching at the Famous Mihran K Dance studio in Los Angeles!!
Her own Brand Elite Dance Coach which offers online and in person Coaching to make it in the industry and the mindset required!!
Manuela continues to Inspire and has many goals to yet achieve while pursuing her passion for the Arts as a Creative Director, Choreographer, Dancer, teacher, Judge and Mentor and travels the Globe inspiring and educating the future Artists!!
Manuela plans to host her own events and speak on many stages sharing her knowledge in the industry and how to create longevity in such a competitive industry and maintain integrity while creating a successful career!!
Unleashing an Artists full potential is my greatest passion and motivation …”
MTV VMA’s Rihanna - Dancer
NBC’s The Voice - Performance Consultant |
TKA/Aby Cruz - Dancer
Samsung Commercial |
Hip Hop / Jazz Funk Teacher -
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McDonald’s Commercial Australia
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Guest Judge - Creative Director - Choreographer - Malaysia and Australia
“ To be great and succeed in anything it takes consistency, courage and a big enough goal…”
