A cultural fusion extravaganza at Pestalozzi
Pestalozzi joined forces with students from Battle Abbey, Buckswood and Sedlescombe schools to provide a diverse and entertaining array of carefully choreographed performances at the annual Pestalozzi Cultural Fusion event.
The packed audience were delighted with the variety of entertainment.
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Hide AdPerformances ranged from energetic Bhutanese, Nepalese, Indian, Chinese and African dances, to an African Gospel choir and traditional Tibetan guitar playing and song.
Audience member Councillor Bruce Dowling, said: “This was a truly wonderful night of cultural fun. Over the past years I have seen the Pestalozzi students perform on numerous occasions and can honestly say this was the best yet.
“Well done on putting on such a great show.”
Sue Walton, Pestalozzi’s CEO, said: “The performances were amazing and I would like to thank all those who made it such a success.
“There cannot be many events where one can see such a wide range of cultures represented and in today’s world it is important to show that there is real strength in diversity.”
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Hide AdJames Bacon, Dundraising Officer, added: “The whole night went really well with over £1,000 being raised for Pestalozzi. I can’t wait to see what we have to offer next year.”
If you’re a school or group and wish to hold a fundraising event for Pestalozzi or would like to request a presentation or assembly, please contact James Bacon on [email protected] or phone 01424 871905.
Future Pestalozzi events can be found on Pestalozzi.org.uk/whatson.
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