Dancing and singing from the young age of 3 Amanda realised her love for singing, especially harmonies, in her Grade 6 school choir. Attending Reservoir High School - known for their music program and musical theatre shows - kickstarted 30+ years of performing. She went from playing her first lead role as little orphan Annie to one of her most memorable roles playing Florence in Chess the Musical, a rock opera written by Benny & Bjorn from ABBA. Over the years Amanda has also performed numerous behind-the-scenes roles from Production Manager to Stage Manager to Secretary with a community theatre company known as Catchment Players.

After a break from performing, Amanda was encouraged by her brother Ash to try something outside her musical theatre comfort zone as backing singer for Hydra. She greatly enjoys this challenge and loves the musical blend she and Millie have together. 

She only wishes her mum was still with us to witness her 2 children performing together on the same stage.