Wow factor floods emotions: Diverse people unite

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GEORGE NEWS - The dance performance Diverse People Unite (,!ke e: /xarra//ke,) delivered a powerful message through an incredible display of artistic talent.

GALLERY - Diverse People Unite: Dance performance at George High

Professional dancers of the SboNdaba Dance Company in Cape Town took to the stage at George High last Friday, 29 November, accompanied by local dance students of the school and Townsend School of Ballet and Contemporary Dance.

With a strong and energetic male representation in the dance company, a completely different viewing experience unfolded.

The audience was eyelocked on their every move and felt the changeable atmosphere as the production moved through the country's growth from apartheid in 1948, right through to our 30 years of democracy. A whole range of emotions was experienced during the course of the show.

Paula Kelly (left, operations director), William Constable (George High teacher), Sbonakaliso Ndaba (artisitc director), Bradley Zeelie (dancer and dance coach) and Jennifer van Papendorp (managing director). Photo: Michelle Pienaar

Mayor Jackie von Brandis was among the VIPs of the evening, and gave a short speech as introduction to the cultural event. With 'diversity' and 'unity' as the buzz words of the moment, guests felt the power of being part of something beautiful.

"The way those kids put their souls on the dance floor last night was exquisite," said Marlene Meyer, a patron of the arts. "My body and mind still reels with the excitement.

"A first for George, I presume. I'm so very proud of our youth, of our community, of [local coaches] Bradley and William. They are super talented individuals and enhancing the much-needed empowerment our kids need."

Zinzi Nogavu (left) and Rhoda Martin with the cast of SboNdaba Dance Company on stage at George High. Photo: Michelle Pienaar