The Team

Originally from Switzerland, Anton is a professional dancer with a Swedish nationality and is fluent in French, German, Swedish and English. Anton started his dance career as a break-dancer at the age of 13. Today, Anton is a professional dancer working in London where his career as a dancer started. Anton has performed for various artists and TV shows, including artists like Fifth Harmony and comedians like Alan Carr and Michael McIntyre and for big audiences like the Royal Family, as well as on world-known channels like BBC for the BBC Music Awards, ITV and Channel 4. From hip-hop to ballet, dancing is his passion and will always be.

After playing soccer for most of his youth, Blake Varga began training in the performing arts at the age of 13. Under the guidance of his mother Joy Varga, one of the country’s leading dance tutors, he soon poured his passion and dedication into a life in the performing arts. He appeared as a resident performer on “The Voice” and “Australia’s Got Talent,” and in performances with Kelly Rowland and Guy Sebastian’s film clips “Choir” and “Let Me Drink.” He also performed alongside Rita Ora at the ARIA Awards. Blake graduated from full-time training at Dance Force in 2016 on the Gold Coast Australia. Within a week, he flew to Sydney where he successfully auditioned for his first musical, making his professional debut in the Australian production of The Bodyguard. He then went on to perform on Celebrity’s Reflection Cruise ship around Italy and the Greek Islands for 10 months and returned to perform with Strut and Frets production of Life the Show.

After touring with MAGIC MIKE LIVE throughout Australia and North America, Blake is excited to make his full-time debut in the role of “Mike” in Las Vegas. Keep up with Blake on Instagram @Blake_varga.

Brandon is a professional dancer from Iowa, where he received his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Iowa State University. After working in product development for John Deere for three years, he quit his boring desk job and moved out west for a more fun and exciting life. His dreams of stardom took him to Los Angeles where he quickly made a name for himself in the entertainment industry, working in TV, film, print and live stage performances. He’s appeared on TV’s most popular networks, including NBC, ABC, the Disney Channel, FOX, VH1, E!, SPIKE and Bravo. Brandon has had the honor of performing with artists like Mariah Carey, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, Natalie La Rose and many others. In his spare time, Brandon enjoys going to the gym, cheering on his Chicago sports teams and playing golf.

Handing award-winning comedian Crystal Powell a mic is like lighting a fuse under a powder keg – the results are explosive! Born and raised in rural Texas towns, Crystal proudly embraces her roots as a down-home girl with a heart as big as her dreams. Her talents have taken her far from small-town life to venues across the country. When she hits the stage, she mixes relatable everyday situations with personal anecdotes and trending topics that send her crowds into fits of laughter.

The Prairie View A&M University graduate earned the moniker triple threat by adding actor and singer to her dossier. Recently appearing on Discovery + for the Puppy Bowl and snagging roles in the 2020 Lionsgate movie #2MinutesofFame with Katt Williams and KeKe Palmer; the 2018 film My B.F.F. starring Malik Yoba; Ball Don’t Lie featuring Nick Cannon, Ludacris and Rosanna Arquette; and making a guest appearance on the Emmy-nominated Jimmy Kimmel Live. In 2016, she was chosen from hundreds to represent one of the best comics around the country for Kevin Hart’s nationally syndicated hit TV show, Hart of the City, on Comedy Central. She’s also made several guest correspondent appearances on FOX’s Dish Nation, competed as a contestant on Season 15 of “America’s Got Talent,” and recently starred in her own travel series for Peacock, “Soulful and Funny.”

Crystal has packed venues nationwide, performing at L.A’s Laugh Factory, The Comedy Store, the San Diego Civic Center, and the Los Angeles, Ontario, Palm Beach, Arlington and Houston Improv Comedy Clubs, to name a few and was chosen as a feature comic for the prestigious Laugh Out Loud comedy festival in 2018. She has appeared alongside comedic powerhouses such as Kevin Hart, Bill Burr, Donnell Rawlings, Mike Epps, Earthquake, and Dean Edwards.

Comedy is more than a career choice; it is a way of release and healing for Crystal. She lost both parents at a young age and turned her test into testimony, using her comedic gifts to help others heal from their own pain. She has broken through in a male-dominated field and is able to connect with audiences from various walks of life. She believes that laughter is the great equalizer, and regardless of culture, age or gender, it unites us all. After launching the North American touring production in 2022, Crystal is excited about this new chapter with MAGIC MIKE LIVE and eager to work alongside the Las Vegas company.

Dai is originally from Cardiff in Wales, hence the funny accent, whose career began in musical theatre as part of the 10th Anniversary Cast of We Will Rock You on London’s West End. Dai was one of the founding members of Tenors of Rock, who toured the world for over a decade and headlined a residency production in Las Vegas for four years until 2020. Dai started a band called Original Chaos shortly thereafter, which was named Las Vegas’ Best Cover Band in 2022. Dai enjoys his amazing wife, dogs, (real) football, golf and is soon to be a dad to his baby girl. Dai is very excited to be joining the cast of MAGIC MIKE LIVE!  Follow Dai and his band – @dairichardslv @originalchaoslv.

Originally from Indiana, David has been seen performing on stage and national television with numerous artists including Madonna, Bastille, Neil Patrick Harris, the cast of “Saturday Night Live,” and Shaun T. Performing has taken David around the world to train with teachers like Popin Pete, Mr. Wiggles, and choreographer/artist development expert Robin Dunn. David recently finished performing in the iLuminate “Artists of Light” Saudi Arabian Tour, as well as the lead male track in the Off-Broadway hit, QUEEN OF THE NIGHT. He couldn’t be more excited to be joining the cast of MAGIC MIKE LIVE Las Vegas. Follow him at www.itsdavidterry.com or @itsdavidterry

Davis Rahal is originally from Tampa, Florida and moved to South Florida at 15 to further his gymnastics training, which lead him to discover dance at his performing arts high school. After graduating from UCF in Orlando, he placed his law school plans on the back burner and moved to Los Angeles to pursue his passion for dance. By honing his skills at the prestigious EDGE Performing Arts Center and managed by Independent Artist Entertainment, Davis has since been on stage and in music videos for artists such as Olivia Rodrigo, Ariana Grande, Nicki Minaj, Demi Lovato, Sam Smith, Erika Jayne, Emma Stone, and Jimmy Fallon. He has danced on various shows like “Dancing With The Stars,” “Ru Paul’s Drag Race,” “America’s Got Talent,” “The Masked Singer,” The Golden Globes, and The Emmys, to name a few. In his spare time, Davis enjoys horseback riding (his first love), traveling, and wine tasting with friends and family.

Gianinni is an international dancer, born and raised in the Netherlands where he studied at the University for the Performing Arts in Amsterdam and CODARTS in Rotterdam, learning various dance styles and experimenting with fusing different forms of dance. Gianinni gained recognition after placing in the top three of male dancers on “So You Think You Can Dance” in the Netherlands. Determined to pursue his passion, he moved to Los Angeles where he quickly established himself as a powerhouse in the dance world. He has worked with major artists and shows including Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Shakira, Paula Abdul, Kelly Clarkson, Nicki Minaj, and Cirque du Soleil’s “Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour” before joining the MAGIC MIKE LIVE team.

Of Italian and Chilean descent, Gianluca was born and raised in Tuscany, Italy, where he discovered his love for the arts of dance and acting at age 19 after spending most of his youth playing soccer. He later earned a specialized degree in Music, Acting and Singing from the Music, Arts & Show Academy in Milano before his professional career took off, with stage and TV credits including Flashdance the Musical, Tarzan, CATS, The Addams Family, Priscilla: Queen of the Desert, the lead role of “Johnny Castle” in Dirty Dancing, and most recently as a featured dancer on Peacock TV’s “Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin.” In his spare time, he enjoys eating and training to stay fit, skateboarding, and awaiting the endless days of summer. Gianluca performed in the Berlin and North American touring productions of MAGIC MIKE LIVE and is excited to be back onstage in Las Vegas. Keep up with him @gianluca_briganti. ANDIAMO!

Jackson was born in 1984 and grew up in the little town of Peterborough, England. Jackson left home at the age of 16 for London to pursue his dream of professional dancing and acting. To date, he has had an amazing career working with the likes of Kylie Minogue, Ellie Goulding, Whitney Houston, Little Mix, Robbie Williams, and Take That, among others. Jackson has performed on multiple top-rated UK TV shows over the past 10 years and has been lucky enough to perform at the Olympics and the Rugby World Cup. Jackson enjoys playing proper football, swimming, and the occasional sunset beach walk. He can be a bit of a troublemaker, is extremely cheeky, and never says no to a night out. His prize possession and equal number one love is his Harley (equal to Mum, of course).

Jaclyn Marfuggi is an LA-based actress and stand-up comic, host of Hollywire News and the “What’s Your Jersey?” and “Where Should We Eat?” podcasts, and choreographer and Plyojam Dance fitness instructor – keeping those Brentwood housewives in their skinny jeans! She has appeared on BRAVO, TruTv, FOX, SiriusXM Radio, and recently in A Wiseguy Christmas, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. She’s performed as “Adriana La Cerva” at SopranosCon and toured the world performing for the troops, been the featured for comedian Mike Marino at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Count Basie Theater, and frequents the stages at HaHa Comedy Club, The Hollywood Improv, The Comedy Store, and The Laugh Factory.  She also portrayed “Britney Spears” in The Hollywood Fringe Festival musical Les Deux You Remember This, where infamous celebrity personality Perez Hilton called her performance “Truly authentic!” Jaclyn is truly honored and excited to be joining the MAGIC MIKE LIVE family! Follow her on social media @Jaclynmarfuggi.

A Brooklyn, NY native, Jah’meek D. Williams began dancing at the age of 11, training in ballet, modern, African, jazz, and hip hop which has allowed him to perform all over New York City. Jah’meek’s dancing has been showcased at the MTV VMAs, the BET Awards, with The New York Knicks Dance team, in music videos for Keke Palmer, and more. His career with Magic Mike began while working with choreographers Alison Faulk and Anthony Bartley HBO Max’s “Minx.” Jahmeek continues to reach for dreams to make into a reality.

JD is originally from Seattle, Washington where he played sports since childhood, including gymnastics, football, wrestling, martial arts, and track and field. He has been dancing for more than two decades, with experience in the styles of breaking, popping, locking, and hip-hop, and is still a student of dance, constantly learning new styles and concepts. JD also dances with his crew, the Massive Monkees, and has won numerous b-boy competitions nationally and internationally, including: 2004 World B-Boy Championships, 2012 R16 World B-Boy Championships and 2013 Hip-Hop International World Championship.

Born and raised in Hawaii, Kalani grew up playing football in the small town of Keaukaha on the Big Island. After starting professional dance training at the age of 13, he soon began making a name for himself on the competitive B-Boy scene and has since developed specializations in several styles of dance including hip-hop, commercial, tricking, contemporary, and partnering. Kalani has taken the stage with multiple major productions since moving to Las Vegas, most recently in America’s Got Talent: LIVE before joining the Las Vegas company of MAGIC MIKE LIVE full-time in 2022. He’s excited to embark on the next chapter of his dance career with MAGIC MIKE LIVE, with his lifelong motto fueling the way: “Stay hungry. Always a student. Always improving.”

Kiana grew up in a small country town in South Australia where she began dancing, following in her sister’s footsteps at the age of 7 at MJ Dance. She never knew dance would become such a pivotal part of her life, let alone her career. She really blossomed when her family moved to the Gold Coast, Australia where she started training more seriously at Dance Force Studios.

Kiana went on to dance in many competitions over the years and was fortunate enough to take home two national dance titles that took her overseas to compete and study. She went on to work professionally abroad on three contracts with Royal Caribbean as a dancer and aerialist. Kiana later landed a dream role as a featured dancer in “Mystere” by Cirque Du Soleil in Las Vegas.

During the pandemic, Kiana returned home to Australia where she was fortunate enough to work on Baz Lurhman’s “ELVIS” and performed with the Australian touring production of MAGIC MIKE LIVE. Her journey with the show has continued on the North American tour and resident production in London’s West End. Kiana is thrilled to be back with the MML family for a crazy, sexy, wild and fun time in Las Vegas!

Keep up with Kiana on Instagram – @Kianadvds.

Lake was born and raised on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. He started training in dance at the age of 12 under 24-7 Danceforce. At 18, he was sought after by Janet Jackson’s choreographer, which landed him his first professional gig to dance alongside Janet herself. In 2010, he moved to LA to pursue his career and shortly after booked his first world tour with Jennifer Lopez. Since then, he has performed with other artists, including Britney Spears, Selena Gomez and Ariana Grande. He enjoys surfing, playing the guitar and cruising at the beach.