Wildest dreams

11.30am With a dress rehearsal and technical run taking place for one of the show’s segments, Suzie drops in to watch everything in action. Seeing the cast move effortlessly across the 40-metre stage, showing off each creation to best effect, you’d never guess amid the mix of professional models, aerial artists and dancers are everyday people – from children to office workers to grandparents – who have perfected their performance in just six weeks. Suzie makes it a point to attend all rehearsals; here, she’ll observe the choreography and overall creative feel of the show including lighting, design and sound levels – which can change up until the last minute. “Having an audience always makes my hair stand on end,” Suzie explains. ”If it’s not perfect, I’m not happy.”

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