Littlehampton dancers triumph at first Bognor Regis Dance Festival

Trophies for the highest overall mark in each section were awarded, with Emily Sangster winning in ballet solo, Cristine Aniciete in modern solo and Tamsin Bell in the song and dance section.

They are all students at Dance Industry Studios, founded by principal Muriel Bordenave.

Muriel said: “Our students placed a total of 26 firsts over the four days and two of our groups got 90 marks.

“We are very proud of our students for taking part in this competition and representing the school in such a professional manner.

“We are now preparing to do the semi-finals for the British Arts, which is promoting talent around the country.”

Festival organiser Cynthia Ryder said the festival, held over the February half-term, had been a fabulous experience filled with smiles.

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