Ashton dancers have achieved outstanding results at the Natal Festival of Dance and Move competitions, showcasing their dedication, creativity, and talent.
Natal Festival of Dance
First Place – Modern Group
Megan Smith, Megan Rawdon, Gabriella Bezuidenhout, Rebecca Sutherland, Kelly Petzer, Leanne Sokolitch, Jessica Cocks, Mae Parsons, Callie Psiloyenis, Arabella Graham, and Georgia Bezuidenhout.
This group also received a Silver Qualifier at the Move Regionals.
First Place – Jazz Solo: Leanne Sokolitch
First Place – Contemporary Duet: Megan Rawdon & Megan Smith
First Place – Hip Hop Trio: Emma Blake & Addison Neilan
Layla Mulder achieved exceptional results, earning first place in Musical Theatre, Trio, Duet, three Contemporary Groups, and two Jazz Groups, as well as being awarded the Ballet South Trophy for Most Outstanding Modern Jazz Improvisation Performance.
Daniella Diedrechsen impressed with 12 golds and 1 silver!
Move Regionals
Caris Lawrence received a Silver Qualifier for Jazz and Lyrical, and a Gold Qualifier for Contemporary.
Layla Mulder earned Gold Qualifiers for Duet, Contemporary Group, and two Jazz Groups.
At the Move Nationals held in Cape Town, Layla took First Place in Contemporary Group, was part of the team awarded Most Entertaining Dance for their Jazz Group performance, and has qualified to represent Team SA at Disney World USA!
Young Performers Project
Congratulations to Mila Cherry, Olivia Wynne, and Emma Blake for successfully auditioning for The Young Performers Project and being cast in upcoming productions.
A special mention to Emma Blake, who will perform in A Fairy Tale Christmas Carol at The Playhouse from 5–21 December.
Well done to all our talented Ashton dancers — your hard work and passion continue to inspire and make us proud!
