Pre-production

Dialogue/sound script:

Dance

Presenter/ Interviewer: Dance is a performing art form involving of movement with the human body which creates the beautiful artistic work of dance. This movement has artistic and representational value, it is recognised by dancers and spectators (the audience) within the African culture and those interested in the African culture. I spent day with both dance groups within their dance studio when both dance groups and soon after realised that they both get along pretty well although they may seem as if they are rival groups when they are battling for the title of ‘Who is the best in East London?'

Both dance groups (WANF and AfroUK) use hip-hop and street dance within their dance routines however, they mainly have an African style within their style. This is what makes them one of the most loved Afrobeat dancers in London. African dance refers mainly to the dance of Sub-Saharan Africa, and more appropriately African dances because of the many cultural differences in musical and movement styles. These dances must be viewed in close connection with Sub-Saharan African music traditions and Bantu cultivation of rhythm. Throughout the years African dance moves have combined with hip-hop and street dance to be as popular as it is today.

Today, we invited a guess who goes by the name of DJ Kwamz Original AKA K.O who is also a dancer and popular DJ in London.

Presenter/ Interviewer: “So how do you feel about your opposing dance group?”

K.O (Kwamz Original): “Personally, there is no hatred between both groups whilst we battle in the dance studio or when we upload dance challenges onto different social media applications to show the target audience who is better. However, things could get a bit heated as we are all a bit competitive and always try to be better than the rest.”

Presenter/ Interviewer: “Why do you think people within the groups feel as if they should be better than the other?”

K.O: “As we have supporters all over London they always want to be the talk of the crowd or otherwise known as the most popular dancer known within London and outside London. “

Presenter/ Interviewer: “Alright. So from resources I gained before I came to Pembury circle community centre, I came to realise that sometimes AfroUK and WANF LDN get together to do a dance choreography to include it into some music videos.”

K.O: “When it is time to be serious within business we stick together and work hard. People may not see it as they think there is strong tension between us but we are friendly towards each other.  We have fun and work well together to create a choreography our supporters will enjoy.”

Interviewer: “What inspired you to become a dancer and how did WANF LDN begin?”

K.O: “When I was in secondary school I always wanted to be a part of performance within any event in school and outside school. Whenever I has the opportunity to gather my friends and make a dance routine from scratch or from well-known choreographers I would attempt to do it and make it better gradually. Those who knew me before know that my dance skills weren’t the best but over the years they’ve improved and now I have people asking me to hold dance classes for them to teach them a few moves. Not only did my hard work push me to be at my level today but the support from friends and family. Without them, honestly, I would’ve gave up after my Year 11 final performance due to the fact that people laughed whilst I was on stage and it was embarrassing. But, now I am seen as one of the best dancers and I’m only 17. WANF LDN began in 2014 when I was just a DJ learning the basics. But eventually I became a dancer too producing not just DJ mixes but music videos too.”

Presenter/Interviewer: After my short interview with Kwamz original I was able to gain more information based on the rivalry of AfroUK and WANF LDN. He taught me that although there may be abit of pressure within the dance studio there will always be seriousness when it comes to business. In addition to that teenagers should not feel the need to stop their dream according to those who don’t support their movement because sooner or later they’ll be able to be better and have the last laugh.

Timing

Introduction: 2mins approx.

Interview: 3-5mins approx.

Outro: 1min approx.