Schools and colleges in Dorset are being invited to register for Dance Live! 2023 but they need to hurry as registration will close at 5pm on Monday 26 September.

Dance Live! sees pupils in KS2-4 and further education perform choreographed routines to the backdrop of a giant LED screen and the development of off-stage technical skills.

The heats and finals take place between February and May, with heats being offered in a number of towns including Poole.

Dance Live! focuses on raising aspirations and developing skills to support career paths into the creative industries, delivering a range of supportive workshop opportunities that encourage all, not just dancers, to get involved.

Dance Live! producer Cherry Lambert, said: “The interest in Dance Live! is phenomenal and we are delighted with the take-up in the new areas that we are taking the contest to next year. It’s not too late to get involved for 2023, and The Guildhall Trust team is here to support every school or college from initial contact and registration, through workshops and rehearsals, to their performance on stage. With a teacher group, Zoom sessions and a whole load of online resources, there is full support throughout the process, and we’re looking forward to having more educational establishments register their interest.”

More information for schools and colleges and an introduction video can be found at https://dancelive.co.uk/