L2R Dance is bringing a dance battle back to Footscray with a large prize on the line for two talented winners.
Block Party is being presented by L2R Dance, a not-for-profit organisation based in the west.
Youth arts coordinator David Prakash said L2R is dedicated to providing free dance programs, arts leadership opportunities and employment pathways for children and young people traditionally underrepresented or absent from mainstream arts and culture.
Fostering belonging, wellbeing and cultural leadership, L2R’s motto nurtures creativity and transforms young people through the power of dance, moving physically, socially and culturally.
“It is a community gathering mixed in with a street jam facilitated by numerous performances,” he said.
Chief Executive Jacinda Richards said everyone from all ages is welcome to this event.
“The creative chaos and community connections that ooze from the L2R Block Party are extraordinarily contagious,” she said.
“Bring the whole fam, this is one event where the kids can yell, scream, get up and most importantly get down.
“OH, and pack your tissues, well I always do as the talent is beyond and the hype is real.”
The Block Party will be led by talented L2R artists and judged by esteemed artists, MaggZ, Demi Sorono and Trip.
In addition to the dance battle, nine dance collectives and individuals spanning street dance forms and cultural backgrounds will perform throughout the afternoon.
David said dancers will be competing for epic glory and a $1,000 cash prize.
The Block Party will be held at the Footscray Community Arts on Saturday, October 28.
Jennifer Pittorino
