2022: The Year Brighton Came Alive Again
2022 was a year of renewal for Brighton and for the country as a whole. After the challenges of the previous two years, people were ready to embrace life, art, and community like never before. Nationally, Dave’s hit song “Starlight” lit up the UK charts, providing an uplifting anthem that seemed to capture the mood of the time—hopeful, forward-looking, and full of energy.
Back in Brighton, the city was once again thriving. The Great Escape music festival made its return, and the familiar hum of creativity filled the air as artists and performers reconnected with audiences. The sense of relief and excitement to be back together was everywhere, and Let’s Dance embodied that spirit perfectly. Whether you were performing or cheering from the audience, there was a collective understanding that this event was about more than just dance—it was about reconnecting with everything we love about our city.
Dancing Back to the Stage
The performances at Let’s Dance 2022 felt particularly special. After two years of uncertainty, the students gave it everything they had on stage. You could feel the passion in every routine, from the high-energy group numbers that had the crowd cheering to the more emotional pieces that brought a tear to the eye. The range of talent on display reminded us all of the creativity that thrives in Brighton’s schools.
There was something magical about watching these students reclaim the stage after such a long break. The energy was electric, the applause deafening. It wasn’t just about the dances—it was about a community coming together to celebrate young talent and the return of live performance. The smiles on the dancers’ faces said it all: Let’s Dance was back, and it was better than ever.
