Emmanuel Rodriguez
Director | Instructor
Meet Emmanuel Rodriguez
Emmanuel Rodriguez is a world-class hip hop dancer, performer, and creative artist with roots in Orange, NSW. Born and raised in a small country town, Emmanuel’s passion for dance led him from local beginnings to global stages.
His breakthrough came when he earned a spot in the Top 20 of So You Think You Can Dance Australia (Season 2). This opportunity launched his professional journey, leading to the creation of Justice Crew — the first dance crew to win Australia’s Got Talent in 2010. Under Sony Music, the group achieved multiple platinum hits, toured the world, and became one of Australia’s most recognised dance acts.
Global Exposure & Media Presence
As part of Justice Crew, Emmanuel toured with top artists including Pitbull, Chris Brown, One Direction, Janet Jackson, and Jay Sean, performing on some of the biggest stages across Australia and the USA.
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His solo achievements include hosting Red Bull Media House’s "Breaking the Beat" – a global hip hop series that took him across New York, Korea, and Japan, showcasing the cultural roots of breakdancing and street dance.
After stepping away from Justice Crew to pursue a solo career in entertainment, Emmanuel continues to evolve as a multi-skilled artist, choreographer, and mentor, now co-directing Doves & Dimes with a focus on building the next generation of dancers.
Major Achievements & Career Highlights
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Winner – Australia’s Got Talent (2010) with Justice Crew
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Signed to Sony Music Australia (2014)
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Host – Red Bull BC One World Breakdancing Championships
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Winner – Australian Hip Hop Championships (2009)
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5th Place – World Hip Hop Championships, Las Vegas (2009)
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Support Act – Chris Brown, One Direction, Janet Jackson, Jay Sean, Pitbull, Kesha
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Nominated for 2 ARIA Awards for Song of the Year ("Boom Boom" & "Best Night")
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Featured on MTV, Channel V, NRL Grand Final, The Today Show, Dancing With the Stars, Camp Orange (Nickelodeon), Carols in the Domain & more
Musical Milestones with Justice Crew
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Boom – 7× Platinum
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Friday to Sunday – 2× Platinum
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Dance with Me – 2× Platinum
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Best Night – 3× Platinum
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Everybody – 3× Platinum
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And Then We Dance – Platinum
Emmanuel Today
As Co-Director of Doves & Dimes Dance Academy, Emmanuel is committed to sharing everything he’s learned from the stage, screen, and street. His mission is to inspire dancers to dream big, believe in their potential, and train with purpose.
His unique background in performance, media, and professional touring brings depth, discipline, and real-world knowledge to every student he mentors.