Upon completing her rigorous full-time classical ballet training, Tahlia embarked on a dynamic professional career that has taken her across continents and styles. She first joined the Australian Ballet Company in Melbourne, where she immersed herself in the world of professional productions as a corps de ballet dancer, notably performing in Christopher Wheeldon’s enchanting Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.

Seeking broader horizons, Tahlia ventured to Europe, securing a contract as a company artist with Theater Dortmund Ballett in Germany. Under the direction of Xin Peng Wang, she danced in the corps of the timeless Swan Lake and a series of innovative modern ballet productions across North Rhine-Westphalia, honing her versatility in a vibrant international ensemble.

Returning to her Australian roots invigorated, Tahlia joined the Brisbane Ballet Company in Queensland as a soloist, swiftly ascending to principal dancer—a role she continues to hold today. In this capacity, she has become a cornerstone of the company’s innovative spirit, starring in principal and soloist roles across post-classical and contemporary works such as Carmen, Entropy, Spectrum, Dichotomy and Re:member. She has premiered several world premieres choreographed by Emrys Goldsworthy, performing in sold-out seasons throughout Queensland and New South Wales. In 2020, she became Artistic Director of the Brisbane Ballet Youth Company, and in 2025, she advanced to Associate Artistic Director of Brisbane Ballet, guiding the ensemble’s creative vision while nurturing emerging talent.

With an unquenchable curiosity for dance’s evolving forms, Tahlia eagerly anticipates delving into fresh repertoires, collaborating on boundary-pushing creations, and igniting the passion for ballet in diverse audiences worldwide. Her journey reflects not just technical mastery, but a profound commitment to artistry that bridges tradition and innovation.