Diversity Behind The Scenes Nov 09

Jaw Dropping State Of The Art Spectacular Show Bringing A Toy Story To Life Featuring Britains Got Talent Star Aidan Davis and very special guests In May 2009, Diversity took the UK by storm by winning Britains Got Talent and now they have announced their very own 13 date UK tour for March and April 2010. Diversity will be joined by none other than Britains Got Talent star Aidan Davis and other special guests. Not just any show, this will be an interactive story taking Diversitys talent to a whole other level. The show will be based around the concept of Toys coming to life. Apart from their outstanding dance routines, Diversitys shows will include state-of-the-art lighting and screens, with sound creating an unbelievable experience. Plus, the music will be as diverse as their performances. Formed in 2007, in memory of a dear friend, the dance troupe consists of eleven members from East London and the Essex area. Ranging in age from 13-26, Diversity are really one big family. They are made up of three sets of brothers: Ashley and Jordan Banjo, Ian, Jamie and Matthew McNaughton, Sam and Mitchell Craske. They are complemented by four of their best friends: Terry Smith, Ike Ezekwugo, Warren Russell and Perri Luc Kiely. Ashley, the groups leader and choreographer has been dancing since he was just 5 years old. Incorporating several genres of music from classical to hip-hop, their diverse eye-catching routines won the hearts of the nation. Nearly 20 million people in the UK, and much of the world were glued to their television screens to see Diversity overcome the odds and sweep to victory, in what was the most watched TV programme in these shores for over six years. Ashley Banjo of Diversity: We are so excited to be announcing our debut tour. It promises to be a fantastic experience. There will be unbelievable routines integrated in a storyline full of surprises with special guest artists. I think a lot of people will be surprised with what we've come up with. Expect the unexpected! This won't just be a series of dances that you have seen us perform on TV. We will be bringing a toy story to life! Wait and see! Spurred on by the groups motto Dream Believe, Achieve, they are a remarkable example of what can be accomplished with hard work, dedication and belief. Since winning the show, they have travelled the length of the country dancing for their legion of devoted fans. Highlights so far include performances at Wembley Stadium, T4 on The Beach, the MOBO Awards, and the Pride of Britain Awards. They are also the only act ever to perform on Downing Street for the Prime Minister, outside No.10. They will also be entertaining Her Majesty The Queen at the Royal Variety Performance in December. Now they have the chance to perform to all their fans across the UK. Expect to see everything you already love about Diversity on a much bigger scale. To see Diversity live: SatMarch 27th Manchester Apollo 0844 477 7677 SunMarch 28th Liverpool Empire 0844 847 2525 MonMarch 29thWolverhampton Civic Hall 0870 320 7000 TuesMarch 30thGlasgow Clyde Auditorium0844 4999 990 ThursApril 1st Newcastle City Hall0191 261 2606 FriApril 2nd Swindon Oasis01793 445 401 SatApril 3rdPlymouth Pavilions0845 146 1460 MonApril 5thOxford New Theatre0844 847 1585 TuesApril 6th Leicester De Montfort Hall0116 233 3111 WedApril 7th London HMV Hammersmith Apollo0844 844 4748 ThursApril 8th Bristol Colston Hall0117 922 3686 SatApril 10thPortsmouth Guildhall02392 824 355 Sun April 11thBournemouth Pavilion Theatre0844 576 3000 Tickets are £18.50 (£21.50 London) and go on sale Saturday 21st November @ 9.30am Available at www.gigsandtours.com / 24 hr cc hotline 0871 2200 260 Bringing a toy story to life Diversity styleyou wont want to miss a second! Sheer and utter perfection Simon Cowell www.diversityofficial.com