Penny Lecture: Angela Rippon’s Desert Island Discs – A Lifetime in Dance

Angela Rippon: A Life in Dance

A Special Penny Lecture Inspired by a Beloved Radio Classic.

Join Angela Rippon CBE for an unforgettable Penny Lecture as she reflects on her lifelong passion for dance, from the early influences that shaped her career, to her iconic 1976 cameo on Morecambe and Wise, to her inspiring appearance on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023.

This uplifting talk opens a week of celebrations leading to the second annual National Day of Dance, the highlight of Let’s Dance, a nationwide campaign encouraging everyone to embrace dance for better health, community connection, and pure joy.

Expect an evening of stories, inspiration, and the irresistible energy of one of Britain’s most beloved broadcasters.

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