Originating from England, Kate began to take an interest in singing and performing at an early age. At the age of 16 Kate, was accepted into the prestigious London School of Musical Theatre and just prior to graduating Kate joined the No 1 UK tour Mad About Musicals. Kate then went on to play Lorraine in the European tour of Boogie nights, Dusty in the musical Dusty Springfield Story, and Linda in ‘Rocket Man’ The International Tour.

Kate also had a successful few years living in Sydney where she directed and performed for the prestigious Ensemble Theatre Company and became Director of their children’s programme. As well as being on the stage, Kate is also an accomplished session singer and tv actress, singing for ITV’S Britain’s Got Talent, Capital Voices, Samsung Phones, Anthem Records, and many feature films including Stardust, and Mamma Mia. Kate’s TV credits include Home & Away, Byker Grove, Holby City, and Britain’s Got Talent.

I am a multi-faceted actress, singer and coach with over 27 years' experience across local and international stage, screen, schools and workplaces. I am also a proud and passionate performing arts educator.

Capitalising on skills learnt at a very young age on stage and in front of the camera, I have branched out into coaching and mentoring individuals, businesses and schools, strengthening creative thinking and team building.

A graduate of the WAAPA Music Theatre Bachelor course, Vanessa Raspa is a highly creative and innovative artist. In recent years, she has channeled her energy into creating and releasing original music under the name ‘Skyuka,’ achieving a range of accomplishments, such as a WAM SOTY (song of the year) nomination for her song ‘Fade.’ In recent years, she has story boarded, directed and starred in her own music videos and has acted in other artists' music videos. In 2024, she enrolled in PAC’s Screen Acting Weekend workshop with casting director Annie Murtagh-Monks and featured in the Australian comedy-drama Runt, directed by John Sheedy. Vanessa is currently a member of PAC’s Advanced Studio and she is eager to take on more diverse and challenging roles in both film and television.