REVIEWS

  • FRINGEWORLD PERTH

    “Amber Scates might be the live-theatre equivalent of Everything Everywhere All At Once — a multi-talented singer, dancer, comedian, and self-help guru with a WAPPA-trained voice that soars. A rising star with bold artistry.”

  • X-PRESS MAGAZINE

    “The indisputably talented vocalist Amber Scates captured attention and hearts with her impressive burlesque-singing combination, performing a provocative tease in hugely high heels, without missing a single note, a simple extraordinary feat for the level of energy and character she brought to the performance.”

  • CHAOS THEORIES

    Amber Scates is a force to be reckoned with — In a world that rewards conformity, she stands as pure, unfiltered creative force — inviting audiences to witness her unapologetic truth as she unravels in a dazzling fusion of raw expression, multimedia spectacle, and electric connection.

  • FEST MAG

    “Amber Scates is a clear highlight, presenting her skills across theatre and circus with her incredible vocals stealing the show and consistently leaving the audience with their jaws dropped and cheering.”

  • WEEKEND NOTES

    “Amber Scates who has a set of pipes on her that equals some of the best female voices of our time. With popular tracks, Amber is just amazing with her spot-on renditions of world-famous songs”

  • ADELAIDE FRINGE

    “Amber Scates astonishes audiences beyond belief with her sultry live singing. With her fiery pink hair and even hotter stage presence, Amber’s voice completes the truly amazing show. Her passion for her art and bubbly personality show through her performance... she is a testament to her industry.”

CV

TRAINING

Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
Bachelor of Arts (Musical Theatre) – 2019–2021
Diploma of Music Theatre – 2018

Vocal Training
Elisa Wilson, Lesley Perrin, Laura Bernay, Liz Pascoe, Phoebe Jackson – 2011–2021

Screen Acting
Filmbites Film School – 2009–2014
Andrew Lewis, WAAPA – 2021

Dance – Jazz, Tap, Ballet, and Circus
WAAPA, Denice’s Dancing School, John Curtin College of the Arts – 2012–2021
Joondalup Circus Troop – 2012–2014

LIVE PERFORMANCE / THEATRE

Realtime Revelations
Amber - FRINGE, Self Produced, 2025

Tuck Shop
Amber – Tone & Cheek, 2024

CLUB D’AMORE
Voix – FRINGE, Tone & Cheek – 2022–2024

Impromptunes
Actor – Melbourne Comedy Festival / FRINGE – 2022–2024

Happy Endings
Little Red – FRINGE, Tone & Cheek – 2023–2024

Cinderella (A Pantomime)
Cinderella – Zealous Productions – 2021

Cabaret
Kit Kat Dancer – WAAPA, Dir. Tamara Cook – 2021

Crazy for You
Irene Roth – WAAPA, Dir. Crispin Taylor – 2021

Into the Woods
Milky White – WAAPA, Dir. Nicole Stinton – 2021

Spring Awakening
Martha – WAAPA, Dir. Crispin Taylor – 2020

A Chorus Line
Val (u/s) – WAAPA, Dir. Crispin Taylor – 2020

The (Untitled) Show!
Amber – Original Cabaret – 2020

AWARDS

Performing Arts WA Award – Outstanding Newcomer – 2022
Lesley Anderson Award – WAAPA – 2021
Julie Michael Award – Runner-Up Cabaret: "The ... Show” – 2020
The Bill Izett Award – Outstanding Achievement in the Arts – 2017

FILM & TV

The Voice Australia - Season 14 - 2025

Finder.com National Ad - 2025

Fuck That Noise – Short Film – 2024
SEEK – TVC + Online – 2023
Short Film “Y” – Written & Directed by Tamara Cook – 2023
The Great Mint Swindle – Channel 7 – 2012
Mental Health Campaign – South Australia – 2011

LIVE PERFORMANCE / OTHER

Amber Scates – Lead Singer/Songwriter – 2023–Present
Impromptunes - Actor - 2022-2024

RAKSHA (Original Band) – State of Mind EP, Emerald EP – 2014–2019
Burlesque – Burlesque Artist – 2022–2024
Stand and Deliver (80s Cover Band) – Lead Singer – 2019–2022
Miss Friby and The Femmes – Backup Singer – 2022

Social Media
@amber.scates – 59K