Ballet dancers from Cambridgeshire to perform in London

The Silver Swans from Peterborough and Wisbech will join other groups from across the UK and beyond at the Royal Academy of Dance headquarters.

The two-day event, starting on October 31, will celebrate the "joy and inclusivity" of ballet for older learners.

Those attending will be able to enjoy live and recorded performances, classes, workshops, and talks.

There will also be a chance to network with fellow enthusiasts and instructors.

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Groups from as far afield as Canada, the USA, and Australia will join in online.

Silver Swans instructor Barbara Wraith, inspired by a recent Margot Fonteyn series on BBC television, has adapted a charming waltz from the early 1900s for a combined group of dancers from Peterborough and Wisbech.

Barbara said: “I couldn’t resist this lovely waltz which I have modified from Greta Wiesenthal’s original choreography.

"It’s such a pretty dance, performed to a famous Johann Strauss waltz - ‘Wine Women and Song.’

"Once again, the video of our dance, fingers crossed, is due to be shown at the event.

"I am so thrilled to be part of such a special day again”

Silver Swans, which began in 2017, is a community that brings the transformative effects of ballet to individuals globally.

It allows older adults to explore their passion for dance and experience its physical and mental health benefits.

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Ballet is known for enhancing core strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and memory, making it an ideal activity for older learners.

Barbara, who is in her 70s, said: “As we age it’s so important to exercise regularly.

"Just one class a week inspires participants to immerse themselves in ballet and even practice between sessions.

"It’s totally absorbing, and a chance to escape to a very different activity - dancing to beautiful music with like minded enthusiasts."