Dance Studio 22 Shimmies Into 2023

Dance Studio 22, the Great Barr dance school, is looking forward to a spectacular 2023 after enjoying a clutch of awards.

Sam Howell, principal of the school, which holds classes at the Glenmead Primary School, said her award-winning dancers showcased their talents at multiple competitions towards the end of 2022, picking up many awards.

Highest marked dancers of the year: Brontie Kearney and Esmie McCarthy

Brontie Kearney and Esmie McCarthy picked up the highest marked duet and highest marked dancers of the year for their performances, while Brontie also picked up adjudicator’s choice.

Director’s choice went to Elsie Pettitt, while Fraya Tyler was awarded highest marked novice soloist. Highest marked open soloist went to Tiané Agbonlahor and Charlotte Detheridge won the wild card competition.

The jazz troupe also picked up highest marks for its dances in competition.

“It was a fantastic competitions season,” said Sam.

“We’ve also had a wonderful time performing at Alton Tower’s Scarefest, where we performed four pieces, and rounded off the year with our colourful Christmas show, which celebrates all the children’s hard work and makes sure we see the year out with a bang.”

Dance Studio 22 has opened its registers for new pupils. Anyone interested should telephone 07928 307 107 for more information or contact the team via its website: www.dancestudio22.com

Written by Jayne Howarth