Hard work has paid off for the Riley School of Dance as their three spectacular shows raised an amazing £1,450 for the Jasmine Centre at Doncaster Royal Infirmary.
The show took around 12 months to organise and plan choreography, rehearsals, costumes and scenery. Over 100 pupils aged 3 to 18 years took part in the shows held at CAST in Doncaster last July.
The Jasmine Centre provides breast services to patients who have found anomalies in their breasts. They are referred to the unit to be cared for by doctors and radiographers who specialise in breast imaging and breast care.
Julie Riley, Teacher and Choreographer at the school said: “The show ‘Magic Within’ was a memorable event and I would like to say a huge thank you to The Riley School teachers, pupils and parents for supporting the show and this very worthy cause.”
The dance school has raised over £50,000 for various charities over many years and is renowned for teaching pupils not only dance but the importance of community and a generous spirit.
Pauline Foulstone, Breast Services Lead Practitioner at the Trust said: “We can’t thank the Riley School of Dance enough for their efforts. The money they have generously raised will be put towards up to date equipment which will improve outcomes for all our breast patients attending theatre.”
Breast screening is offered every three years to all women aged 50 to 70, with some women being called up as early as 47 through a pilot scheme.
Early detection of breast cancer through screening offers a better chance of successful treatment and full recovery. However approximately 1 in 5 women are not taking up their invitations to be screened.
If you have missed your last mammogram appointment or need more information on breast screening please call Doncaster Breast Screening Unit on 01302 644966.