Silver Swans are a bunch of older ladies, who’re studying ballet with Complete Ballet.
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A wonderful group of ladies aged between 40 and 80, lately took to The Customs House stage to carry out a wonderful ballet showcase.
The group participate in specifically designed dance classes for seniors named Silver Swans, that are delivered throughout the UK, with this specific South Tyneside group studying with Complete Ballet CIC.
Silver Swans, which had present Strictly Come Dancing star, Angela Rippon as its first ambassador, was launched by The Royal Academy of Dance, after outcomes confirmed the optimistic influence dance can have on lifelong wellbeing.
The South Tyneside dancers took half within the particular showcase at The Customs House which took place on Tuesday, November 7.
The group carried out a lot of dances from standard ballet productions, together with; Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Nutcracker and Romeo and Juliet.
The dancers additionally gave an perception right into a Silver Swans ballet class, whereas a bunch from Age Concern supplied the viewers with a seated ballet efficiency.
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Rebecca Yates, Director and Founder of Complete Ballet CIC, who the Silver Swans be taught with, stated of the Age Concern efficiency: “It was lovely to do, to demonstrate that even if you don’t have good mobility or other health problems you can still do ballet from a chair. It was really important to do that section.”
Speaking about The Customs House showcase Rebecca defined how proud she was of the dancers, as she defined: “It was brilliant. It was such a warm atmosphere. The love and support from the audience was wonderful.
“A lot of men who had never watched a ballet production before came along to support their loved ones, and were visibly moved.
“It was beautiful, I was so proud.”
Rebecca is hoping that The Customs House efficiency will encourage extra girls to participate and be a part of Silver Swans within the New Year.
“I want to encourage everyone to give it a go,” Rebecca stated.
“It’s a joy for me to teach.”
Complete Ballet CIC teaches courses throughout South Tyneside, in venues in Westoe Crown Community Hub, Cleadon Methodist Church and Boldon.
As properly as studying for enjoyable and for bodily and psychological wellbeing, dancers may also undertake ballet exams.
Those wishing to become involved can contact Rebecca Yates by telephone on 07738072658 or by e-mail at [email protected].
