Lets Talk Expressions

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The show was simply amazing. I have to say it went well beyond my expectations.

Here is a story...last year we went to watch {another local dance company} production and Faith was simply awed by the costumes, music and fanfare. The dancers were outstanding and en-point but I felt the choreography was often a bit raunchy for little people....but  Faith wanted to take up modern with {other local dance company}.

Catching 40winks between matinee and evening show

I was not fantastically happy as I knew how it would go down because I know the ethos of {other local dance company} but experience has taught me to pick my battles... and let kids learn for themselves.

We let RPDC know how plans and moved on....not even 2 lessons down and Faith was adamant RPDC  was more her 'cup of tea'! {her words}

Faith's dance teacher is one of a kind - a true theatre type - fiery tempered and dramatic but with a heart of gold and a true interest in the lives of her students beyond just dance.

doing the jive...front and centre

I enjoy being a girl...talking on the phone!


The show portrayed the heart and soul of what RPDC is about - inspiring and encouraging young girls to be who God made them - brave, courageous and vibrant.

Faith was like a little ray of sunshine on that stage and often I was brought to tears - seeing her so joyful and knowing the backstory of her journey : being right where she is meant to be.


** photos illegally obtained by a friend .... waiting for pro shots!

Comments

cat said…
Oh Mel, how I LOVE this! It is one of the reasons I adore our ballet teachers too - they live by God,and show it in the way they teach ou rlittle girls. They run a "word of GOd with dance" company too. So wonderful that we get the exactly right teachers to explore their dancer's soul
September 3, 2012 at 3:45 PM
Jeannie said…
Ahhh that brought tears to my eyes. Beautiful little girl!!! So proud of her for you too!!! She's just beautiful!!!
September 4, 2012 at 10:59 AM
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