The ASCDS Festival on May 11th, at The Elizabethan Academy in Retford, was as fun and worthwhile as ever. 12 sets, representing about 110 dancers, obediently formed in the main hall for the Massed Dances programme when called and stayed disciplined enough not to try to escape up the climbing wall in one corner.
We were glad to practise with Nottingham Scottish Association dancers during the previous month and combine into 1 set for 2 dances. It was also a delight to have dancers who were first-time attenders at the Festival. The afternoon was enhanced by demonstrations from various groups. It was especially good to see less experienced dancers participating in them.
All teachers and leaders are due many thanks and much appreciation. In Nottingham this is for Elizabeth (Branch) and Andrew and Sue (Scottish Association) who set up the teams, did all the logistics and communication and patiently took us through the dances. Thank you so much.
Here’s to May 10th 2025.
RSCDS Nottingham Branch 