Rebecca holds a Bachelor of Creative Industries (Drama) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Production) from Queensland University of Technology.
Following her studies Rebecca spent 10 years working in commercial musical theatre specialising as a lighting technician. Her extensive technical experience includes roles on the original Australian tours of Wicked the Musical and Legally Blonde. Rebecca further extended her experience overseas during two years in London’s West End on Les Misérables, as well as an impactful 18-month period living in China, launching Broadway’s The Lion King at Shanghai Disney.
Prior to starting at NIDA in 2019, Rebecca was Head of Lighting for the Sydney season of The Book of Mormon. Her career path underscores a deep commitment to the artistry and technical precision essential to the theatrical world.