Hello, dear listeners! Today, we’re diving into a heartwarming coming–of-age story.
The life of a 12–year-old boy, a coal miner’s son from northern England, changes completely when he stumbles on a ballet class on the way to his weekly boxing lessons. Since admitting that he likes ballet is unacceptable in the fiercely macho culture of his town, he keeps his passion quiet. But when his teacher insists that he should audition for a ballet school in London, family tensions inevitably arise. This isn’t just a book. Many of you might recognize this novel as the hit musical that’s taken the world by storm! It’s a testament to how touching the story is. Tune in next time for another enriching read. Until then, keep those pages turning!