the UK and possibly the world!
The Band
Chris Wade
MD/ Keys/ Vocals
Chris has years of experience in many party/function bands, tribute shows, doing session work and working on original projects with various artists.
He is the creative brains behind Ultra 90s, building this exciting show from scratch. With clever links between songs, great choice of tunes, awesome lighting and production from start to finish, Chris also gives a strong and passionate performance on every show, without fail.
Kelly Borkertas
Lead Vocals/Band Leader
Kelly is an experienced and extremely talented vocalist. She's got the voice, the look and the moves! She brings Ultra 90s to life, gets the crowd going and most importantly has a lot of passion for this show. With growing up in her teenage years in the 90s, it�s the perfect era for her to give it her all for every performance.
Declan Doran
Drums
Instrument - Drums.
Likes - Touring, Performing, Live Music, Harley Davidson.
Experience - Playing drums from the age of 11 and in bands from 14 years old, ranging from local bands to international touring bands including playing for the Royal Air Force Voluntary Bands. Lucky enough to have played shows all over Europe and Scandinavia. Currently playing for Cypher16. I have been part of the Ultra 90s since June 2019 so by all accounts.. a newbie!
Favourite Food - Jack Daniels
Fun Fact - I served 5 years As a Fire Fighter in the Royal Air Force
Richard Lyon
Guitar
Instruments/Roles - Guitar & Bass (a little on Drums & Keys)
Likes - Designing and making things, Origami, Art, Performing, Lighting, Music, Movies, Wining and Dining.
Experience - HND in Music Technology, Degree in Audio & Recording Technology, Playing Guitar since 2002, touring with Ultra 90s, Ultra Noughties and The Motowners since 2010. Performed all over the UK
Favourite Food - A two-way tie between Jool's Pregnant Pasta (A Jamie Oliver Recipe) and Budae Jigae (Korean Army Stew)
Fun fact - I once had to go into one of the most haunted rooms in Britain, directly after a live seance (held by Derrick Akora), on my own, to retrieve some microphones
Cory Maxwell
Crew/ Hype Man
Instruments/Roles - Vocals, can hold a beat on drums, Hype Man
Likes - Cycling, playing Xbox, watching various genres of movies, listenting and dancing to 90s music ;) and creating cool stuff on photoshop and after effects
Experience - Touring with Ultra 90s including setting up, dancing and pack-down. I'm also a fully qualified level 2 Plumber and level 3 trained in both Fire & Safety and First Aid
Favourite Food - has to be Subway
Fun fact - I can jump really high and jump off things at height and sustain no damage
Ryan Chambers
Crew
Instruments/Roles - I can play guitar/bass and I can Rap, Crew
Likes - Playing Xbox, spending time with family, mixing music on the decks and partying with family and friends
Experience - Not a great deal of touring experience but looking forward to learning with the Ultra 90s Team. I'm qualified level 2 Carpenter and Joiner and also have experience working as a Plasterer and Electrician
Favourite Food - Has to be a good McDonalds
Fun Fact - I rode racehorses for 6 years and have 3 of my own
Joe Tong
Front of House Sound Engineer
Instruments/Roles - Sound Engineer. I also play piano/keyboards.
Like - All things music and culture, food, coffee, exploring new places...!
Experience - I have been working with a variety of artists and production companies at theatres, concert halls, music clubs, festivals and corporate events since 2013.
Favourite Food - Tough one. Probably pepperoni pizza...
Fun Fact - 2x univeristy dropout!
Richard Sharples
Sound Engineer/ Guitar
Instruments/Roles - Guitarist & Sound Engineer
Likes - All things production, watching live gigs, listening to good music, seeing the world
Experience - BTEC in Music Technology, own a production company called RN Audio supplying events all over the country, toured with Ultra 90s since 2017, Guitarist/Sound Engineer for Abba Revival tribute band touring all over the world, also plays in a wedding function band and works freelance as a sound engineer for various other artists.
Favourite Food - Steak and Ale Pie, with Chips...
Fun Fact - My "normal" job is an Airport Firefighter
Emma Brett
Dance Captain
Instruments/Roles - Choreographer, Dance Captain and Dancer
Likes - Dancing, playing the piano, travelling all over the world and eating international food!
Experience - BA hons in Dance Performance and have since performed internationally in various hotels, casinos, cruise ships, events and theme parks as a dancer, choreographer and magician's assistant
Favourite Food - Cake!
Fun fact - I've been performing for Ultra 90s since 2010 and even danced for them on a cruise ship contract!
Michelle Borkertas
Stage Manager/Catering
Instrument/roles - Singer, can rap a little too. Artist manager, Stage manager and tour mum (catering) (Dep Vocals for Fresh 90s/90s Jam)
Likes - Singing, Kickboxing (currently Green belt), Driving, Walking, Family time, binge watching Netflix
Experience - Always sang in plays at school and had the lead role at a performance at Belvoir castle with the National School. Started singing with 'The Quantum Project' in 2006, branching out solo in 2008. Now back working with the PX teams as various roles, singer, manager administrator you name it I do it ;)
Favourite food - Chocolate
Fun fact - I once had the talent of fitting in bass drum cases (check out YouTube) then I had my children lol
Molly Andrews
Dancer
Instruments/Roles - Dancer/Dance Captain
Likes - Dancing, Adventues, Travelling, Documentaries, Yoga, Reading, Nature and SPREADSHEETS!
Experience - I've been Dancing since I was 3 years old! At 18, I went on to complete my RAD Level 4 Diploma in Vocational Dance with Harlequin Stage School. Since then, I've worked for various Theme Parks in the UK with Merlin Entertainments. Performed for Disney, with Disney Cruise Line and at Tokyo Disney Sea, Japan. I'm a Cheerleader for Crystal Palace Football Club and currently teachingdance and drama at Dreamcatchers Stage School in Surrey. I've performed in Pantomimes all over the country, cruised and toured theatres and holiday parks as a magicians assistant! I'm currently studying for my Level 3 Sports Massage Certificate and I'm running an online Health & Wellness Business! I've been performing for Ultra 90s since 2013 and so happy to be part of their brand new show this year!
Favourite Food - Sunday Roast!!!! Or any Indian dish!
Fun fact - I used to be terrified of Mr Blobby (kinda still am..?!) and I grew up with 7 Tarantulas as pets!
Leah Knight
Dancer
Instruments/Roles - Dancer for PX productions... but all round performer
Likes - Travelling, hot weather, my hot tub, spending time with my husband, family and friends including my french bulldog!
Experience - I started dancing and performing on stage at quite a young age. I have joined many local musical societies and performed for many years with them including dance groups. I am now head choreographer for some of these groups and also teach dance to children and adults with The Beth Cresswell School of Dance. I continued my love for performing arts after school where I took qualifications in musical theatre. Once I left and qualified with a BTEC in musical theatre, I was asked to joined the Ultra 90s team where I have stayed since 2011! I have toured the country with Ultra 90s, The Motowners and Ultra Noughties/Dirty Waves. I hope I stay for many more years!
Favourite Food - Italian pizza and pasta!
Fun fact - I danced with Clare from Steps after performing at Rylans wedding, I also try to have at least 5 holidays abroad a year... failing that, I try to go to 5 destinations abroad... woops!
Candice Waterman
Dancer
Instruments/Role - Vocals, mainly Musical Theatre - and an Ultra 90s Dancer!
Likes - Obviously dancing and singing! Spontaneous days out and mini adventures, trying new things and spending time with friends/family.
Experience - I started dancing at a young age and went on to train at LIPA and Shockout Arts, completing BA Homs Degree. I then went onto PGCE M Cert 14+ to become a qualified teacher of Creative Arts. I now run my own Arts centre in Manchester. I joined the Party Like Gatsby European tour and spent over a year with them, appeared in music videos, choreographed for big events and Pantomime's across Manchester and worked for numerous entertainment companies across the UK.
Favourite Food - Everything but especially Italian and Chinese, and I love a good Sunday roast!
Fun Fact - I am an official workaholic.. during my last year at Uni, I worked as a dance teacher, a Casino events assistant, a shot seller in a nightclub, a performer in a night club and a catering assistant at events across Manchester including Christmas Markets - all at the same time, whilst in full time training completing my degree - and I SURVIVED.
Claudia Thompson
Dancer
Instruments/Role - Dancer, Vocals (musical theatre), bit of ukulele
Likes - Performing! Gymnastics, teaching, running, yoga, crochet, nature walks, finding new hobbies
Experience - I was a gymnast competing at national level until the age of 14 when I gave up to start dancing (parents wouldn't let me do both!). I went on to complete a 3 year vocational diploma in Musical Theatre at Phil Winston's Theatreworks College. Just before graduation I was offered a job as a dancer for P&O Cruises and started dancing around the world. Since then I have worked as a showgirl at a circus in Denmark, spent 3 years as Dance Captain onboard MSC Cruises, performed at Indian weddings, been a magician's assistant, taught dance and acrobatics, worked as a dancer in nightclubs, been a performing christmas elf at a grotto in Milton Keynes and a dancer for Ultra 90s!
Favourite Food - Italian, anything vegetarian, cheese
Fun Fact - In primary school I wrote a poem 'The ginger cat' which was published in a book for young poets! - Clearly my greatest achievement to date
Kayleigh Ashdown
Dancer
Instruments/Role - Dancer, Actor, Singer and the girliest looking drummer you'll ever meet.
Likes - PERFORMING! Meeting new people, spending time with my favourite people, trying new things, exploring the world, going out of my comfort zone and living life half full.
Experience - I danced since I was 3 years old. I went on to train for 3 years at Italia Conti Arts Centre and also gained my teaching qualifications in ISTD and PGCE. I have been lucky to be able to tick off everything on my performing bucket list with my most recent contracts being a dancer at Disneyland Paris and in Dubai. I joined the Ultra 90s family over a year ago and I am so grateful to be able to still dance professionally alongside my full time job working as a musical theatre licensing manager to widen my knowledge on other aspects of the industry I am so passionate about.
Favourite Food - Triple choc sensation dairy milk chocolate is to die for. But can't go wrong with a good old homemade spag bowl.
Fun Fact - I still have my blue peter badge from singing reach for the stars on blue peter - my highlight was meeting basil brush!
Hannah Gotts
Dancer
Intruments/Roles - Dancer
Likes - Fitness classes, long walks, animals
Experience - I have loved dancing from a young age and trained at Tiffany Theatre College in ballet, tap, jazz, commercial and musical theatre. I have worked as a Christmas parade dancer for Harrods and character performer for Little Princess Parties. I have also performed for various event companies at clubs and venues across the South Coast.
Favourite food - Everything - there's literally no food I wont eat!
Fun fact - I ran a marathon a few years ago. Never again!
