International dancers to take global stage with first ever live streaming

Silver Medallist Chelsea Andrejic_Genee 2008_Photo Christopher Wahl

Silver Medallist Chelsea Andrejic_Genee 2008_Photo Christopher Wahl

For the first time in its 84-year history, the Genée International Ballet Competition Final will be live streamed online, allowing the dancers of tomorrow to take their debut steps on an international stage with an enlarged global audience of dance lovers and professionals in virtual attendance. Past Genée medallists, such as Leanne Benjamin or Xander Parish, have gone on to work for some of the best ballet companies around the world.

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Seasonally adjusted for app use

I’ve missed the last few Seasonally Effecteds, so I thought I’d mosey on up  this month and catch up with all the lovely people who frequent Dot Cafe (last Wednesday in the month, varies occasionally, check before leaving), as well as try my hand with the Splice app again.

Another excellent mix of folks took to the mic; here’s a video snapshot:

The reason for laughter at the end? Roy was too quick for me and we did a little stop-start dance before we got the final take!

In order of appearance: Tendayi Sutherland; Thomas Kelly; Toby Marsh; Sam Rapp; Gavin Alexander; Nigel Adams; Lionesse X; Mike Orvis; Razz Saunders; Rachel Lowrie.

Visit www.seasonallyeffected.wordpress.com – email Roy if you want a slot at the next one.

Sunday Slackers

Aaaaaaand relax …

nightowl

Art: The  incredibly inspiring story behind some incredible art

Photography: Poignant pictures from the past

Humanity: Are night owls more intelligent?

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Mini writers’ retreat

A fun day with former colleagues on Sunday, as I joined Cassy and Nicole in the Kent Cultural Baton at the Faversham Transport Festival.

Cassy's poetry plimsolls

Cassy’s poetry plimsolls

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