Cooper Guinea

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Cooper Guinea is a highly prominent name in the Commercial and Music Theatre industry, known for his dynamic, intricate and memorable pieces. Originally from Victoria, Cooper has worked and trained with dancers across Australia. As well as highly acclaimed international and national choreographers such as Cassie Bartho, Paris Cav & Kelly Aykers. 

Currently, Cooper studies and trains nationally at Sydney Dance Company and is a Company Dancer for STELLA Youth Dance Company. In 2022/23 Cooper was awarded a full time scholarship to study at Australia’s Leading performing Arts Institute, Brent Street, Sydney.

Cooper quickly launched his professional career as a performer, appearing in both professional and pre-professional productions. His credits include the 2015/16 Australian season of ‘Matilda’ at the Princess Theatre, Melbourne, and the Australian premiere of ‘The Battle of Boat’ at Chapel Off Chapel. In 2022, Cooper appeared as a dancer extra in Robbie Williams’ biopic ‘Better Man’.

Transitioning into choreography, Cooper has asserted and established himself as a highly respected and acclaimed choreographer, teacher, and creative director. 

His recent choreography works includes ‘Newsies’, ‘High School Musical, and ‘9 to 5’, and making his directorial debut, ‘Peter Pan’. In 2026, Cooper was the choreographer of Ballarat Lyric Theatre’s Production of ‘& Juliet’.

Cooper Guinea is an award winning dancer and choreographer, winning the 2021 Victorian GUILD Award for “Best Dancer” From then, Cooper has been nominated for “Best Choreography”, awarded a commendation and the award of excellence for “Best Choreography” by the Victorian GUILD’s. 

Cooper has worked as an assistant teacher for Victoria Dance Festival (VDF), and choreographer for Geelong and Melbourne VCE Industry Days.