Dontay
My interest in dance started from watching movies and videos when I was growing up, and I’ve done street and commercial dance ever since. Although I’ve been dancing all my life, I still wasn’t sure if I’d have the confidence to go and do it at college.
I came to Bedford College for an interview and the tutors here were so encouraging and motivating that I haven’t looked back. I’ve had to learn different dance styles, such as Ballet, which I really enjoy, and have been getting out of my comfort zone with the Musical Theatre elements, which teach you to be more versatile ready for industry training; something the professional schools will look for.
Our tutors have so much industry knowledge and they give the best advice. It’s more professional and intense compared to school, and I’ve made friends who I know will be with me for the rest of my life.
I would love to become a professional dancer; I want to get into commercial work and dance behind a pop star! The shows that we get to perform in at College give us great experience. It’s a chance to take our choreography and create something we can perform to friends and family.
We cross over with other College departments including Production and Media Make-Up to give a good all round experience. We’ve performed in Ghost, the Musical, and an End of Year Dance Show, as well as at the College Achievements’ Ceremony at the Corn Exchange and at the Bedford River Festival. We’ve also delivered workshops to local schools and been to the London Studios and to the West End to see Chicago.
