Students have been busy polishing their moves in preparation for Ash Dance on March 15. Photo Jaime Pitt-MacKayA night of variety, talent, energy and fun is all set to go at Ashburton College.

Come March 15, 12 acts will be ready to take the stage in Ash Dance, an event that has been a regular fixture on the college calendar for eight years.

Organiser, Claire Robertshaw, said a variety of acts will be taking to the stage, with large groups through to solo performances on the cards.

The idea behind Ash Dance is to provide the opportunity for students to showcase their dancing skills.

These dancing skills can come from formal classes, or ‘free-style’ for personal enjoyment and expression.

All dance styles are included as it is seen as a fantastic way to showcase the cultural diversity that is present at the college.

Groups performing on the night include, Kapa Haka, Polyfest, the Filipino hip-hop group, New Generation, and contempary Indian performances.

The event will be held in the Ashburton College auditorium, beginning at 7pm, with a gold coin donation at the door.

By Jaime Pitt-MacKay © The Ashburton Guardian - 11 March 2017