Talented Burnley College alumna goes global with industry success in India
Where can a passion for performing arts take you?
For Burnley College alumna Rosanna Riley, 22, over 4,500 miles away to a thriving career on stage and screen in India.
A former student at St. Augustine’s RC High School in Billington, Rosanna recently graduated with a First Class BA (Hons) in Dance Performance degree from LMA Liverpool and is currently represented by talent agencies Cine Flakes Productions and MH Productions.
Since making the move to India, Rosanna has experienced a wealth of opportunities including performing at weddings, as part of live events, in TV commercials and even in films for Netflix.
She shared that the support she received while completing her Level 3 Extended National Diploma in Dance at Burnley College, before heading off to university, has been key to her success:
“I couldn’t be more grateful for the training I received at Burnley College – it really did set me up to be the best performer I could be!”
Samantha Allen, Curriculum Manager in Creative Industries and Computing, commended Rosanna’s infectious energy as a performer, adding:
“Rosanna was always a dedicated, positive and accomplished dancer who made the most of every opportunity available to her while studying with us at Burnley College.”
“It’s incredible to see her now living out her dream.”
“We wish her every success!”