A TALENTED Wirral dancer has vowed to not let money get in the way of his dreams after being offered a place at three prestigious schools.
Nathan Pearce, from West Kirby, started dancing when he was just eight years old and fell in love with the art.
Nathan Pearce, from West Kirby, started dancing when he was eight.
Within six months, the 15-year-old Calday Grange Grammar School student had landed himself the role of 'Jerome' in a production of South Pacific at the Liverpool Empire.
Since then, the talented teen has starred alongside a number of professional actors in Beauty and the Beast, Peter Pan, Aladdin and Fiddler on the Roof.
Despite competing in a number of sports, including gymnastics, Tae Kwon Do, football and trampolining, Nathan was drawn to dance and within a few years, he knew it was the path he wanted to follow.
WATCH: Examples of Nathan's work which he has recently choreographed.
“By the age of 10 I knew that I wanted a career in musical theatre, primarily dance,” said Nathan, who spends each night of the week at Hoylake School of Dance, as well as day on a Saturday.
“I have focused on this dream for nearly six years and I am really determined to succeed.”
After gaining high distinctions in ballet, tap and modern dance exams – the highest marks ever achieved at his dance school - Nathan set his sights on college, auditioning at The Urdang Academy in London, Laines Theatre Arts in Surrey and Performers College in Essex.
All three have since offered Nathan a place to start in September.
“It would be an absolutely dream come true for me to complete the diploma at any of these academies - it is something I have dreamed of and worked towards for the past five years – and hopefully start to work in the dance and musical theatre industry.”
Unfortunately, the costs involving in pursuing his dream are extremely high, with the courses ranging from £15,000 to £17,000 per year, in addition to the cost of accommodation, food and transport.
Nathan Pearce, from West Kirby, has been offered places at three prestigious dance schools.
“I will not let finances ruin my dreams as I fully believe that everyone deserves a chance,” said Nathan.
“I am desperately trying to attract some sponsors who might be able to help with equipment/dance wear or if possible financial sponsorship.”
Nathan added: “I will do anything to make my goals a reality, I just need the chance to do so.”
Anyone interested in offering sponsorship to Nathan should email nathanpearce1234@gmail.com
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