Jason Piper is a British

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and professional

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whom, notably, provided the voice of the

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in the fifth film adaptation of the ''

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'' series, ''

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''. In 2002, Piper toured as a dancer with Australian singer

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on her ''

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'' tour. Four years later, he again joined Kylie for her '' Showgirl: Homecoming Live'' Tour (2006). Piper danced the principal role of the Swan in

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's ''

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'' for two seasons in

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, as well as travelling in the production's world tour. Additionally, he appeared in Bourne's ''Dorian Gray'', as Basil, in Summer 2009 and completed an international tour. Piper is a tutor and the Head of Dance at

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, with choreography credits for many shows. He formerly played in two bands, CREON and GUS.

Partial filmography

*''

'' (2007) – Centaur

External links

Jason Piper official website

Jason Piper fan club
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