A 14-year-old dancer is set to perform in a major ballet production.
Georgia Kongolo, from Barking, earned her place in the English Youth Ballet’s cast of Giselle after auditions in April.
She will perform alongside professional dancers at the Churchill Theatre in Bromley on August 28 and 29.
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Georgia, who trains at the Spicer School of Dance, said: "I started dancing at age of 3 and I dance because it's a feeling that makes me feel alive and joyful. The best feeling is when you put hard work and dedication into it and you get to perform to people.
"Returning to EYB (since my last performance of Cinderella in Hollywood) brings back loads of memories and reunions with friends. I'm hoping to achieve better technique and confidence as now I'm older I'm dancing on pointe and getting the feel of professional training."
Giselle is set in the Edwardian era and tells the story of a young governess who falls in love with the aristocratic Albert.
After dying of heartbreak, she returns as a ghost and chooses love over vengeance.
EYB principal dancer Olivia Richards will play the role of Giselle.
She said: "The dancers learn so much about performance skills and the artistry of ballet. I love now working as a principal dancer with EYB because I get to dance challenging and iconic roles and I also teach the young dancers and see them progress."
Tickets are available from the Churchill Theatre box office by calling 0343 310 0020.
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