Ashlee Basford
Young Artist
She/her
Introducing Ashlee
Ashlee was born in Brisbane, and began dancing at age 3 under Miss Vanessa at Moves Dance Studio. She was fortunate to be taught by Miss Mary Heath also, Queensland Ballet’s first Principal dancer. In 2019, Ashlee joined the Queensland Ballet Academy in its inaugural Level 4 program.
Ashlee graduated from Level 1 of the Upper School in 2022 before joining the Pre-Professional Program in 2023, where she completed a further year of training. Ashlee is thrilled to join Queensland Ballet as a Jette Parker Young Artist in 2024.
Repertoire Highlights
- Ben Stevenson’s The Nutcracker
- ‘Pas de deux couple’ in Grant Aris’ Swarm
- Soloist in Paul Boyd’s Tanguedia
- Natalie Weir’s Being Beauteous
- Mario Schroeder’s Chaplin
Did you know...
Alongside her passion for ballet, Ashlee enjoys academic study.
What inspires you?
"I am inspired by the challenge that ballet presents, in addition to the artistry and fluidity that is required. I love that there is always something to improve on."
