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Aspiring to life in the spotlight

byStaff writers
25 October 2014
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On stage: Emma Gordon-Smith was cast in a local theatre production Song Cirle, organised by Centacare and the Blue Roo Theatre Company.

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On stage: Emma Gordon-Smith was cast in a local theatre production Song Cirle, organised by Centacare and the Blue Roo Theatre Company.
On stage: Emma Gordon-Smith was cast in a local theatre production Song Cirle, organised by Centacare and the Blue Roo Theatre Company.

CENTRESTAGE in the theatre is where aspiring actress Emma Gordon-Smith feels most at home.

The 23-year-old Beaudesert resident slipped out ballet slippers over four years ago to pursue her life’s passion – acting and singing.

This year Emma was cast in a local theatre production Song Cirle, organised Centacare and the Blue Roo Theatre Company.

The young aspiring actor was born with Down syndrome and is one of many people with a disability who are clients of Centacare who enjoy being involved in the performing arts.

Blue Roo was started after a drama workshop for Centacare’s disability services centre was delivered to 28 disabled people in 2009.

Emma’s loving mum Debbie Gordon-Smith remembered the day Emma decided to drop her 12-year dancing pursuit in exchange for a life in the theatre.

Mrs Gordon-Smith said Emma’s involvement in the theatre company had boosted her confidence.

“It’s been a wonderful journey and a joy to see her grow,” Mrs Gordon-Smith said.

“She’s doing something she loves, which is something that not everyone gets to do.

“I really admire her.”

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Emma is one of three children.

Mrs Gordon-Smith said Blue Roo was “more than just a drama class”.

“It’s a good, inclusive environment that’s caring and compassionate,” Mrs Gordon-Smith said. “The Centacare staff are wonderful, and I am very impressed with their support.”  Mrs Gordon-Smith, who has two children with Down syndrome, said life could be challenging but parents had to be persistent.  “You are your child’s best advocate,” Mrs Gordon-Smith said.

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