Seniors take the stage to fight against cancer
Initiated by the CCAS, seniors from Le Pradet are staging a cabaret show to benefit the fight against cancer.
In early September, the project "Le Cabaret des Jours Heureux" came to life in Le Pradet. The first participants, local seniors, put on their dancing shoes for an inaugural class.
Initiated by the Centre Communal d’Action Sociale (CCAS) in partnership with the professional troupe "Les Guerrières en guêpières", these workshops aim to put on a cabaret show that will be presented to the public at the end of the year.
A project with multiple benefits
The initiative goes beyond a simple physical activity. It is an approach for the well-being of the participants, as explained by the elected official in charge of the project: "Much more than a simple dance activity, these classes aim to allow everyone to gain confidence, work on coordination and body expression, but also to develop the pleasure of dancing together", emphasized Magali Vincent, deputy mayor in charge of social action.
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The dancers are guided step by step in learning choreography, stage positioning, and stage management. One of the pillars of the project is to build group cohesion where every participant, regardless of their level, finds their place and flourishes.
Between motivation and apprehension
For the troupe's new recruits, enthusiasm is mixed with a slight apprehension. Brigitte, who has never danced before, shares her motivation, fueled by the solidarity aspect of the event: "I've never danced and I don't really know what to expect, but I'm very motivated. The fight against cancer is particularly close to my heart. I lost two people dear to my heart to this disease, so I'm going for it!"
For her part, Nadine reconnects with a world she briefly experienced during a discovery day through the "Pass Sport Senior". The experience made her want to fully commit to this new collective adventure: "I think it's a very interesting project: it allows us to meet, share an activity for free, and, above all, prepare a show together."
While the prospect of taking the stage might seem "a little scary", she feels especially stimulated by the challenge: "It's motivating and it's really a wonderful idea."
A grand show
Over the weeks, rehearsals have built a show combining cabaret elegance with the infectious energy of the dancers. This human and artistic adventure will culminate on Friday, December 4 at 8 p.m. on the stage of the Espace des Arts.
For this major evening, the amateur troupe will share the bill with professional artists from Les Guerrières en Guêpières.
Behind the sequins and costumes, solidarity is the watchword. All proceeds from the evening will be donated to an association committed to the fight against cancer. The public is thus invited to enjoy a festive and spectacular moment, while supporting a major cause.
Photos PRESSE AGENCE.