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The Black British Ballet Project
aims to document the history and experiences of black dancers and choreographers in British ballet in the last century, to celebrate the contribution made by these pioneers and to explore issues around diversity and representation within ballet.
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Onisere and the Ballet Queen launches!
Our new children’s book is a fun and wonder-filled story that brings to life the experiences of black British ballet pioneers for a younger audience of all races.
Auditions for our new black British ballet!
The Black British Ballet project is creating a 30-minute ballet performance that tells the story of Windrush and explores the impact of this generation’s experiences on their families, communities, and British society.
Watch! Vincent Hantam in Liverpool
Watch Vincent’s moving solo of Steal Away and Pray, followed by a conversation with Dr Sandie Bourne at Liverpool Hope University.
Our new children’s book in schools!
This magical 32-page illustrated book will delight primary school children aged 4-8 years old and share an important lesson from these dance pioneers about following your dreams. Share this book in your classroom for World Book Day!
‘Given the recent renewed focus on racial justice and systemic inequality, we agree that the time is right to create this resource and finally give these pioneers the recognition they deserve.’
‘We are delighted to be supporting Dr Sandie Bourne and the Black British Ballet Project with the intention of celebrating the diversity that has gone before and inspiring a diverse and inclusive future.’
‘It would be enormously valuable to have this kind of resource for the children who participate in Chance to Dance and the Royal Ballet School would value the opportunity to enable children and young people taking part in our programmes to engage with this.’
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