Luke Ha

Experience

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  Team Loko

  Jan 2006 - Jan 2007

  Acrobat

  Occasionally I worked together with Jesse Rowles in his contemporary circus group Team Loko. Together we performed at charity and corporate events.

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  Universal Studios

  Dec 2007 - Dec 2008

  Acrobat/Aerialist

  I performed in a number of shows at USJ. My principal roles were at Fantastic World where I played the Wolf and Monkey characters depending on the day. The roles involved choreographed dance numbers, aerial rope and tissue numbers as well as freestyle movement on and off the ground.I also performed in 2 other special seasonal shows, one based on Japanese History where I played a He/she Pre-show presenter speaking only Japanese and as a Samurai in the main body of the show. The other seasonal show I performed in was based on the Japanese animation TV series 'Naruto' where I was a Ninja and a shadow clone of the main character.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t4jfx3HKIM8“Seeing close to 2000 performers during our audition tour, Luke was one of the top candidates both from a personality and technical point of view. During his time at Universal Studios Japan, he had been nothing but a great performer to work with, always putting 100% in all his shows, punctual and would always strive to seek answers to solve problems.”Junko Ogura and Kahori Kanaya – Universal Studios Japan (USJ) Casting Director and Creative Director Show less

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  Stalker Stilt Theatre Company

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

  Acrobat/Stunt actor/Actor

  I was part of the creation team of ShangHai Lady Killer (SLK), a large scale production which involved Chinese Poles, Dance Poles, Trampolines, Martial Arts (WuShu), Acting and Wire Stunts. The script and story were created by Rachael Swain and Tony Ayres. A small group of specialised circus performers were invited to worked together with Stunt coordinator Kier Beck and Wu Shu Master, Alice Dong Pei to create potential action sequences. Later the crew was joined by choreographer Gavin Webber and a cast of actors and dancers to develop the show further.We toured the show to Brisbane Festival.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhMFJ6T6-hUhttp://www.qpac.com.au/event/BF_Shanghai_Lady_Killer_10.aspx Show less

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  National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA)

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

  Coach

  After graduating from the Bachelor Degree (2005 - 2007), I was sometimes asked to return and coach short course and Bachelor Degree course students in the specialties that I trained and general tumbling, handstand, and basic aerial skills. "As his Straps trainer, I was impressed with Luke’s capability in learning the acts. He has not only learnt all Straps skill and routines I had to teach him, but he also developed his own style in his Straps acts. Most importantly he created, combined and developed his own skills on the Straps. Over the years, Luke has not only developed circus technique & skill, but has also become a very capable performing artist. His graduate piece impressed many others & me. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Luke. Whenever Luke is in Melbourne I often ask him to return to NICA for coaching. His teaching method and experience has benefited many NICA students after him."Guang Rong Lu - Head of Circus Arts - (NICA) “During Luke’s three years at NICA, he was a responsible, talented and capable member of the group. He participated enthusiastically in all projects, developed a passion and great aptitude; for his solid work ethic, technical skills and maturity, consolidating in both training and performances set Luke apart from his fellow students in circus arts.”Mat Daniels – Deputy Head of Circus Arts – National Institute of Circus Arts Show less

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  Showtech Australia

  Jan 2009 - now

  Rigger

  Entertainment and Special events rigging.

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  City of Sydney

  Feb 2010 - Feb 2010

  Straps Performer

  The Chinese New Year Parade that ran through the city of Sydney was opened by celebrations and lion dances and a Aerial Straps piece in the middle of George Street performed from a truck crane."Having first seen Luke in an acrobatic performance of “Shanghai Lady Killer” I knew he was perfect for my upcoming event directing the Chinese New Year Parade produced by the City of Sydney. Directing this Chinese New Year for the first time, I wanted to open with an outstanding aerial performance on the streets of Sydney, and Luke was more than excellent. This event has over 2,700 performers (300 from Mainland China) and is seen by over 100,000 people. Not only would all of my staff recommend Luke, but I know he was very much appreciated by my close friend Brigitte Scherrer, casting department at Cirque Du Soleil."Jerry Snell - Director, Circus Action International- Director, New Circus Asia Show less

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  Circus Joseph Ashton

  Oct 2010 - Oct 2010

  Specialist Straps Coach

  I resided on the grounds at Circus Joseph Ashton for a week and coached 2 students in Straps daily."The reason we chose Luke was because of his professional reputation. During his brief stay, we found him easy to work with, hard working and reliable. Luke put a lot of enthusiasm into the task he was given and because of all of the above, we have no hesitation recommending Luke for employment in his multi-skilled field." Joseph Ashton - Traditional Circus Owner / Performer

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  Dragone

  Dec 2010 - Nov 2013

  House Troupe, Fisherman (understudy)

  As a House Troupe performer in The House of Dancing Water in Macau, I performed diving, acrobatics, dance and aerial skills in the Boat, Bungee Pagoda, Straps, Russian Swing and War acts as well as character cues in many different parts of the show. I have performed House troupe tracks in over 700 shows to date.As an understudy to Fisherman, I performed my interpretation of the character who finds himself in an estranged kingdom ruled by a over zealous dark queen and throughout the story, develops a motivation to help the people of this kingdom to take back power and eventually become the new king. I have performed the Fisherman over 200 times to date.http://thehouseofdancingwater.com/en/ Show less

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  Self Employed

  Nov 2013 - now

  Stunt Actor & Freelance Performer

  I received the Stunt grading (SAP) at the end of 2014 and the Stunt Actor grade in Feb 2017. I specialize in acrobatics, rolls, trampoline, high falls, diving, fights, sword fights, movement. I am an experienced Scuba Diver with Open Water, Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver qualifications. I have training in Wushu, Fire burns and hold Rigging, motorbike and car licenses. I've also completed an advanced defensive driving course. I have participated in high fall days and a stair fall day with Chris Anderson. I'm also a capable archer.To date, I'm credited in the ABC TV series of "Tomorrow When the War Began", the feature films "Hacksaw Ridge" and "Ghost in the Shell", and a number of music videos and student films.My demo can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKHbefaYUBEIn terms of other freelance Circus performing, I perform Straps, Chinese Pole and Flying fork, a specialised type of staff twirling. I'm open to discussion about one off corporate events or contracts. Show less

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  Griffin Theatre Company

  Nov 2013 - Nov 2013

  Performer - "The Serpent's Table"

  Aerial performer accompanying story teller Anna Yen

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  National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA)

  Mar 2014 - Dec 2016

  Trainer

  Coaching Certificate III and IV students in basics: tumbling, handstands, manipulation, aerial, flexibility, strength and conditioning.Coaching Bachelor students Straps specialty.

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  Tomorrow When The War Began - TV Series

  Sept 2015 - Nov 2015

  Stunt performer

  Stunt double for lead character - Lee (Played by John Prasida) - dirt bike stunts, decel cliff jump Stunt soldier - weapons firing, chasing, taking hits.

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  Hacksaw Ridge - (Offshore Feature Film)

  Oct 2015 - Nov 2015

  Stunt Performer

  Stunt Action Provisional, Japanese Soldier- Background stunts. Weapons firing, taking hits, bomb dodging, charging, retreating, hand-to-hand, general mayhem.

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  Ghost in the shell

  Feb 2016 - Jun 2016

  Stunt performer

  Performing fight sequences in the bar, in Kuze's lair and in the banquet scene.

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  Meg (feature film)

  Nov 2016 - Nov 2016

  Stunt performer
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  Circus Oz

  Jan 2017 - Jun 2017

  Acrobatic performer

  Member of the Model Citizens cast