DANCE PREVIEW - LUU Dance Show

Committee member Charlotte Jennings tells us what to expect from the dance extravaganza

By Nali Sivathasan

What can we expect from the LUU dance show?
There’s something for everyone. Originally set up by Ballet society, the number of societies involved has increased yearly, with this year being the biggest ever.  With over ten different societies, there are hundreds of students involved in the production.

Sounds like a logistical nightmare! How has it been organizing the show?
Organising the show is a huge task. A LUU Dance Show committee is set up and we have to start planning as early as September. Obviously it’s pretty hectic at the moment, with only one week left! I’ve been on the committee for the last three years because its great fun to organise and satisfying when you get to see everyone’s hard work paid off.

What’s the theme for the show?
With the dance societies being so diverse it’s hard to have a theme for the show. The idea is to showcase each society and what they have learned and achieved this year. Dances range from beginner to advance. Some of our dancers have been at it since they were four and some started only four months ago!

What’s the best thing about being in the LUU dance show?
Opening night is always really nerve-wracking but once you’re off the stage you just want to get back on. Luckily I’m in more than one dance so I get the chance to!

The LUU Dance Show is taking place in the Riley Smith Hall from 17/03 - 20/03

Tickets available at the Riley Smith box office. NUS tickets are £4.50 and non-NUS are £5.