About
Ashleigh Denning
Ashleigh is a dynamic and captivating performer, boasting more than 20 years experience in live performance. She graduated as a recipient of the Award for Excellence for her Bachelor of Musical Theatre (2016) at the Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University; where she continued on to complete a Master of Music Studies: Vocal Pedagogy (2021). Her involvement in the Brisbane Musical Theatre scene has afforded her the opportunity to create new and exciting Australian works; including A Very Theatre Company’s Genesis (Metro Arts, 2019) and the sell-out premier of Don’t Call Me Ishmael: The Musical (2018). In the same year, Ashleigh’s engagement with the Queensland Symphony Orchestra began, in their 2018 production of The Magic Watering Can.
Since then, she has returned annually as the effervescent “Izzy the Elf” in Symphonic Santa performances (2019, 2021, 2022) and (with only slightly less ‘Izzy’ energy) brought to life the vocal arrangements of Paul Rissman’s orchestral adaptation of Leon and the Space Between (2023, 2024) and delighted audiences in the prestigious Musical Theatre Gala (2023).
Although, not limited by genre, the young diva has entertained crowds at the Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols (2019, 2020), Bleach Festival (2020), Opera in the Gardens (2019, 2020) and Outback Queensland Masters (2019, 2020), alongside the fabulous ladies of the 7 Sopranos and entertained countless audiences during her many years as resident Soprano for the Underground Opera Company’s West End to Broadway Seasons.
This year, she steps into the sought-after role of hosting the QSO’s Music on Sundays performances, as well as numerous regional tours. Ashleigh is a regular guest entertainer on P&O Cruises with her band, CopperTop — whose funk & jazz- inspired renditions of popular songs, combined with Ashleigh’s unrivalled passion for story-telling, make them crowd favourites both at sea and on land.
She is sought after event singer for weddings, private functions and gala events in Queensland and interstate — performing regularly for The IndOz Festival, The Lord Mayor’s Multicultural Awards & Business Awards, Royal Queensland Arts Society, QCWA and the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, to name a few.
Solo
For the perfect balance between ‘background’ and ‘engaging’, Ashleigh’s unrivalled communicative style and smooth vocal tone lend themselves to Jazz, Musical Theatre & Crowd Favourites performed in an interactive style to best meet the requests of your audience and requirements of your event.
CopperTop
As the lead singer for CopperTop, Ashleigh brings her signature style and unmatched talent to the forefront of every performance. With her captivating vocals and commanding stage presence, her dynamic range and charisma set the tone for an unforgettable experience with CopperTop.
Trike
Ashleigh’s talents extend beyond the stage; she’s also a sought-after event singer for corporate and private functions in Brisbane and the Gold Coast – on two legs… or on three wheels. Trike is the perfect roving trio to set a joyous atmosphere for large-scale events. And, yes. She does sing whilst riding the tricycle.
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Ashleigh Denning
Over 20 years experienceA self-professed ‘voice nerd’, Ashleigh holds a Master’s degree in Vocal Pedagogy and a Bachelor of Musical Theatre from the prestigious Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University. Her dedication to the craft shines through in every note she sings, as she seamlessly weaves storytelling into her music.
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