Canberra Dance Theatre is excited to invite all Canberrans to come and help us celebrate our 45th birthday at Communities Dancing Together, a free public dance event to be held in Civic Square on Sunday 15 October.
Whether you’re a dance pro or have never danced before, you will be welcomed to our birthday party. CDT’s Artistic Director, Jacqui Simmonds, says this event is all about participation – you just need to come along, join in and have fun dancing with us!
From 1.30pm, come and try a taster class or two – dance styles include Contemporary, Ballet and Hilal, all taught by CDT’s highly experienced teachers. CDT is the home of GOLD (dancers over 55) so there will be a special taster class for seniors.
Zumba with Naomi Atkins and Strength & Flexibility with Ben Brikcius will be available to try out too – both Naomi and Ben hold classes in the CDT studio. Or you can explore site-specific dance with Australian Dance Party’s leader Alison Plevey.
At 2.30pm, everyone can join in the Great Big Community Dance. Jacqui says there’s no need to learn the dance beforehand – you can simply follow dance leaders who will be positioned throughout Civic Square.
“I’m sure each person will add their own style to the birthday dance that’s been created by CDT choreographers. We can’t wait to feel all that energy in the Square,” she smiles.
CDT is delighted that Tanamasi, one of Canberra’s most popular drumming ensembles, will be playing live for the Hilal class and for the Community Dance.
Founded in 1978, CDT is a community-owned not-for-profit studio that offers all adults a place to dance.
CDT wants to spread the word that dance is something everyone can enjoy, regardless of age or fitness.
“Whether you’re in your 20s or 70s, dance offers loads of health and wellbeing benefits. It’s a great way to exercise your body and your mind, and to explore your artistry and creativity. Most of all, it’s an activity brimming with fun,” Jacqui says.
For more information about CDT’s 45th birthday event see canberradancetheatre.org
