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FOUNDER & DIRECTOR 

Karl Newsam is a socially engaged dance artist, choreographer, and facilitator, and the founder of Melt Arts. With over a two decades of experience working across community, education, and professional settings, Karl is passionate about using dance as a tool for connection, empowerment, and positive change.

 

His practice is rooted in inclusivity, collaboration, and creativity—supporting people of all ages and backgrounds to explore movement, build confidence, and tell their stories. Through Melt Arts, Karl leads projects that centre community voice, promote wellbeing, and champion the transformative power of the arts.

MELT ARTS CIC BOARD

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JODY FINDLEY

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EMMA BRAMLEY

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LUCY BANFIELD

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EMMA J THOMAS

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ELESHA YARD

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JULLIAN GILL

OPERATIONAL TEAM

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KATIEANN MCCABE

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JADE HARRINGTON

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ADAM
BRANDLEY

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ERIN 
KELLY

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