A documentary by Christopher Thomas to support the research of Creative Director, choreographer, teacher and dancer Carolyn Bolton as she works with the Chance To Dance: Connect company at the Royal Opera House.

Filmed over five weeks, documenting Carolyn’s process with the Chance to Dance: Connect programme as they prepare for their performance as part of the Next Generation Festival at The Linbury. ⁣

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Chance To Dance: Connect is a wonderful and important programme that provides opportunities for young global majority heritage dancers within Royal Opera House.

Note from the filmmaker: To witness Carolyn’s approach is inspiring; she’s pioneering a teaching approach focused on care, nurturing and fun, facilitating a safe space for the young dancers to thrive.⁣
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Creative Director | Carolyn Bolton

Producer, Videographer and Editor | Christopher Thomas

Featured Music | Yehezkel Raz

Featured Artists | Jacob Wye, Helga Paris-Morale, Gerrard Martin, Laura Bray, Rachel Fuller, Natalie Harrison, Liam Riddick, Kristen McNally, Anna Rose O’Sullivan

Special thanks to the Royal Ballet and Opera and ballet senior manager Ruby Wolk and Trinity Laban MFA Dance Leadership and Community Practice Supervisor Melanie Clarke

Filmed at the Royal Opera House, 2024

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Chance To Dance: Connect - Bee, The Ballet

Choreography | Carolyn Bolton and Kristen McNally

Story and Music | Rachel Fuller

Dancers | Jacob Wye, Helga Paris-Morale and the participants of Chance To Dance: Connect

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