Who is Olivia Carniato?
Olivia is one of Australia’s most dynamic and in-demand triple threat performers, currently playing the role of Demeter in the Australian 40th Anniversary tour of CATS (XRoads Live). She recently appeared in the ensemble of Guys and Dolls (Opera Australia), understudying the role of Miss Adelaide and prior to that, she performed in Grease (XRoads Live) as Cha Cha and understudy for Rizzo. She ended 2024 as Dance Captain for Elf (XRoads Live) at the Sydney Opera House, following a national tour of Chicago (Crossroads Live/Jones Theatrical Group), where she performed in the Green Room Award-nominated ensemble and covered the lead role of Roxie Hart. Olivia was an original Australian cast member of Hamilton (Michael Cassel Group) and Pippin (Gordon Frost Organisation), covering the role of Berthe. Her other credits include Velvet Rewired (Rix Management and Entertainment) with Marcia Hines, the Australian and international tour of West Side Story (Opera Australia/GWB/BB Group) as Consuela and understudy for Anita and Rosalia, understudy for the Mistress in Evita (Opera Australia/GFO), and The Bodyguard (Gordon Frost Organisation).
What is On Your Mark Coaching & is it right for me?
These 1:1 sessions are designed for the in-between—and everything in between. Whether you’re mid-contract, fresh out of full-time training, just wrapped a show, or gearing up for your next big audition, this is your space to sharpen, strategise, and stay artistically ready.
We’ll break down your song or scene work to uncover the acting beats, rehearse material for a specific role or cover, and shape a weekly routine that keeps you grounded, focused, and ahead of the game.
We’ll also dig into what makes you unique: what you bring to the room, how to own your brand, and how to show up as a full package a company can trust. Whether you want to step confidently into an audition, build your swing brain, or learn how to be an unforgettable understudy, these sessions are all about setting you up to deliver—every single time.
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Expect deep dives into characters, show styles, legendary eras, and industry greats - because knowledge is your secret weapon and versatility is key!
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Booking the job starts long before you walk through the door.
The greats didn’t just show up - they showed up ready.