Part 1
Mackay Hospital Foundation is well-known for signature events that bring the community together, and Dancing With Heart is no different.
On Friday March 31, eight local identities will take to the dance floor to showcase their individual dance styles in support of local hospitals.
Each dancer has been working with Dolly Louw from Fame Talent School to fine tune their skills on the dance floor, with each dance choreographed especially for the individual performer.
Over the next three weeks, Mackay Life will profile each of the dancers.
Read on to meet the first three.
Why did you get involved in Dancing with Heart?
I have a “say yes to scary stuff and then figure it out” policy. Plus, owning a local insurance agency, I have a huge interest in making sure our local community hospitals have everything they need to make patients and medical staff as comfortable as they can be. In the event that one of my clients is in an emergency and needs medical attention, I love thinking that I’ve done just a little bit towards help for the Hospital Foundation funds, meaning my clients will be cared for while I’m looking after their insurance claim.
How have your dance lessons with Dolly been?
Dolly is nothing short of a magician! She’s got this non-dancer whipping out a routine to a very funky song – I’m telling everyone I know that Dolly from Fame is fantastic.
What song gets you on the dance floor faster than any other?
Any! Even if there isn’t a dance floor, I’ll make one.
What is your go to dance move?
I wouldn’t call what I do “dance moves” but I just love music and moving my body to it. I have been known to bust out some random Tina Turner moves every now and again after a wine or two.
What are you expecting from everyone else’s dance moves on the night?
I know Dolly will have everyone dancing up a storm so I know there will be some great routines. I just keep reminding myself though that it isn’t about me – It’s about the charity and fundraising for the fantastic work that Mackay Hospital Foundation do.
Why did you get involved in Dancing with Heart?
Because I had to. Nothing beats my dance moves. I love performing. On a serious note, the thought of being a part of a great cause with local businesses owners and some great everyday Mackay people.
How have your dance lessons with Dolly been?
It’s been physical. Completely organised chaos. She has made remarks about needing to “loosen my hips” but I think that’s her opinion. She’s energetic and very patient.
How is your dance coming along?
Fantastic. I am starting to believe that the student is becoming the teacher. I’m ready and been practicing every day. My rhythm flows like butter and that’s coming from Dolly herself.
What song gets you on the dance floor faster than any other?
I am a sucker for the Nutbush, Macarena and Pony, some of the great classics that’s make you move your feet.
What is your go to dance move?
Believe it or not I’m a great dancer but the go to move for me is drowning boy in the wheel chair, don’t judge.
What are you expecting from everyone else’s dance moves on the night?
Setting expectations could possibly be the root cause to failure. The expectation is we all enjoy ourselves and put on a great show for everyone.
On a final note, this journey has been brilliant. I have gained so much experience from everyone. The Mackay Hospital Foundation is amazing and what better a cause to be part of. Supporting local and promoting my brand Harvey Norman in Mackay, what else could I ask for.
Why did you get involved in Dancing with Heart?
Because it’s helping people in need and it’s very meaningful.
How have your dance lessons with Dolly been?
Dolly is fantastic! I just need more practice to get better at it.
What song gets you on the dance floor faster than any other?
Some songs I can understand, like mandopop.
What is your go to dance move?
I am dancing Gangnam style.
What are you expecting from everyone else’s dance moves on the night?
A bit funny or good atmosphere dance also dancing with heart
Make sure to grab next week’s paper for more profiles.
