Sunday, 18 April 2010

Wow- What a Show!!


I know last night's 'Shimmy Shimmy' was co-organised by myself and the Uska Dara troupe, but we had a brilliant time and the best fun I've ever had at one of our own shows. The dancing was through the roof with amazing performances across the board. I particularly have to say the dances of my fellow Uska buddies and the Ramzy Dance company girls made my evening, but I thought everyone put in fantastic performances. My favourite bit was dancing with the Ramzy girls- it's a rare treat but something that's becoming more common, especially with the advent of the Reading show. I also really enjoyed performing my own drum solo- silly to say I wasn't sure I would as it's a style I usually shy away from. I guess that's the point though- it's not a dance style I can possibly be shy about! Could this be the start of a whole new side to my dancing!?
There are probably still a few technical and logistical bits and pieces to tweak and fine tune within the show overall as this year saw us at a new and untried venue, but the Uska Dara girls should be very proud of their efforts and will certainly be back next year with an equally great show as this year's will be very hard to top!

Friday, 9 April 2010

'Shimmy Shimmy'

Just a week away now from the 6th annual Uska Dara Hafla and show, this year being held at the Civic Centre in Uckfield. Tickets really are running out fast- we've built up a loyal and enthusiatic base of both audience and dancers over the years, (1st year was a bit dodgy for numbers?!) One of the reasons why we moved venue- to allow more people in. Also, the new venue should mean an easier time of setting up and clearing away at the end of the evening, meaning more time to just enjoy the dancing and party! I have a couple of new costumes to air and a change from my ususal of style for my routine, but should be all good fun!!!