A GROUP of talented dancers is holding a fundraising ball so they can raise funds to take part in the Dance World Cup and help their chosen charity the Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice.
A total of 39 youngsters will fly to Braga in Portugal to defend their title as World Champions in Senior Tap and Senior Song and Dance group categories.
The dancers, all from the Jayne A Coleman’s Academy of Dance Company in Wokingham will be part of TEAM England for this top event in the dance calendar.
All are aged between 10 to 18 and are from Crowthorne, Wokingham and Bracknell.
There are 38 girls and one boy and will compete in group performances for Ballet, Tap, Modern and Song and Dance categories.
Jayne A Coleman said: “I am delighted for the dancers and the school.
“It is a great achievement and a reward for our hard work and we are proud to be part of Team England.
“I know we will set high expectations for ourselves and aim to do well at the World Cup.
“It is also great to see the involvement from the dancers and their parents who will be travelling to support us in Portugal.
“More than 20,000 Dancers from 54 countries have tried to qualify. The standard of dance and performance is extremely high. It is a great honour to be selected to represent Team England at the prestigious event.”
Tickets are still available for the Charity Ball at St Anne’s Manor on Saturday, May 11 which will also help the Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice in Maidenhead for children with life limiting and life-threatening illnesses.
The group is keen to hear from any local companies who are willing to donate an auction/raffle prize or sponsor the event.
For tickets or to offer sponsorship, email: jayne@jacad.org or call 01276 508789
