Table of Biography
Early Life
Steven McRae was born on the 19th December of 1985, in Plumpton, Sydney, Australia. According to his date of birth, he has a birth sign of Sagittarius and he is 38 years old as of 2023. In addition, he holds Australian nationality and belongs to a mixed ethnicity of Scottish and Aboriginal Australian descent. Meanwhile, he has not shared any information regarding his religious beliefs.
He was raised as the son of a drag racer in the Sydney suburb of Plumpton. In addition, he began dancing at the age of seven after watching his older sister in her dance classes. He studied both tap and ballet. There is not much available on the online website regarding his family members. It seems he prefers to keep his family members away from media and public attention. In the near future, if he reveals about his family member, we will inform you.
In addition, this dancer soon entered Australia’s performing arts competitions known as eisteddfods, often gracing 25 sections at a time. Steven McRae was already a skilled tapper by the time he was in his teens. During his high school days, he trained and decided to pursue a dance career. Meanwhile, he began his dance training at the age of seven.
Professional Career
Initially, Steven McRae won the gold medal at the 2002 Genée, which was held in Sydney that year, at the age of 16. Moreover, he received a scholarship after winning the Prix de Lausanne in 2003 while still a teenager and enrolled in the Royal Ballet School in London. He joined The Royal Ballet in 2004 and was promoted to principal dancer in 2009.
In addition, he has received critical acclaim for his performances in a wide range of ballets, including classical works such as “Swan Lake,” “The Nutcracker,” and “Romeo and Juliet,” as well as contemporary pieces like “Chroma,” “The Illustrated ‘Farewell’,” and “Carbon Life.”
Caption: Steven McRae performing in the Royal Ballet and marking the 30th Anniversary of Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s death (Source: Instagram)
Following his work with The Royal Ballet, he has also performed as a guest artist with numerous other companies around the world. He is known for his technical prowess, athleticism, and charismatic stage presence, and has been praised for his ability to seamlessly blend classical ballet technique with more contemporary styles.
Acting
Aside as a ballet dancer, McRae has also had some experience in acting. In 2016, he appeared in the film “Beauty and the Beast” directed by Bill Condon, playing the role of one of the enchanted objects, Cadenza, who is transformed into a harpsichord.
He has also made guest appearances on several television programs like “Beauty and the Beast.” In 2017, he appeared as a guest judge on the UK dance competition show “Dance Dance Dance.” He has also appeared on the talk show “The Graham Norton Show” and on the children’s program “Blue Peter.”
Musician
McRae is not only a talented dancer and actor but also a musician. He began playing the violin at a young age and later picked up the piano and guitar as well. In addition, he has composed music for several of his choreographic works, including “Externalise,” “Machina,” and “Viscera.”
In 2018, he released his first album, “Steven McRae: Dancer in the Spotlight,” which features a collection of classical and contemporary pieces that showcase his musical abilities. The album includes works by composers such as Bach, Ravel, and Gershwin, as well as some of McRae’s compositions.
He has also performed as a soloist with various orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Concert Orchestra. He has collaborated with composers and musicians from a variety of genres, including jazz and electronic music.
Awards
McRae has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career as a ballet dancer. In 2011, he was awarded the Order of Australia Medal for his services to ballet. He has received multiple Critics’ Circle National Dance Awards, including Best Male Dancer in 2014 and 2017, and Best Classical Male Dancer in 2016 and 2020.
In 2011, he was awarded the Prix Benois de la Danse, which is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the world of dance. He received the Dancing Times Award in 2017 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to dance.
Moreover, he has been awarded multiple Helpmann Awards, including Best Male Dancer in 2011 and 2012, and Best Ballet or Dance Work in 2012. In 2013, he was awarded the Green Room Award for Best Male Dancer for his performances in “Chroma” and “Dyad 1929.”
Steven McRae – Net Worth 2024
Being a ballet dancer, actor, and social media personality, he has earned a good sum of money through his profession. As of 2022, his net worth is above $ 1 million and his salary and income are still yet to be revealed by him. He mainly earns from dancing, reality shows, brand promotions, and endorsements.
Relationship Status
Talking about his personal life, Steven McRae is married to populate ballet dancer, Elizabeth Harrod. With the marriage, the couple has three kids; Audrey Bluebell, Frederick Charles, and Rupert George. Meanwhile, there is no information available related to when the couple first met and married.
Caption: Steven McRae with his family (Source: Instagram)
As far as now, McRae has not been associated with any major controversies or scandals. Meanwhile, he is concerned about his image and has maintained a good profile till now.
Body Measurements
Caption: Steven McRae performing (Source: Instagram)
This dancer stands 6 feet 2 inches tall and weighs around 81 kg. Moreover, he has blonde hair with a pair of green hair colors.
Steven McRae – Social Media
On his Instagram page ‘@stevenmcrae_’ there are over 224k followers. Likewise, there are over 21.2k followers on his Twitter page ‘@_stevenmcrae’, and over 67k followers on his Facebook page.