He is, in fact, from Christchurch, Dorset, England.....CJ-Rochester wrote:Here's a heartwarming story of a young boy from New Zealand who started dancing after seeing BETM. He was bullied for his interest in ballet, but now gets the last laugh. He is about to dance with the Royal Ballet.
https://www.facebook.com/BBCRadioSolent ... 943711030/
Boys Breaking Ballet Stereotypes
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- CJ-Rochester
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Thanks, I didn't know there was a Christchurch in England. Will update the original post. It's a great story either way. The little bugger got in!
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These guys (not exactly boys) learn a bit about ballet.
https://www.facebook.com/thekiltedcoach ... 486286209/
https://www.facebook.com/thekiltedcoach ... 486286209/
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Sounds familiar ? https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/53395377
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There's a beautiful new short film (19 minutes long) on Disney+ right now called "The Little Prince(ss)". You can find it in the Disney-specific section under Launchpad: Short Films. It echoes the Billy and Michael friendship as well as the Billy/Dad relationship. Here's the trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8x68fgDkfU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J8x68fgDkfU
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