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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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‘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.’

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Patrick Harrison
Executive Director, English National Ballet

‘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.’

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Pearl Chesterman
Director of Learning, Engagement, Access and Participation, Birmingham Royal Ballet

‘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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Ruby Wolk
Ballet Senior Manager, Royal Opera House

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