Dancers from Ghana’s Vivie’s Dance and Theatre Academy have secured qualification for the 2027 World Dance Championship finals in Croatia following a successful performance at the Dance Star qualifiers in Johannesburg, South Africa. The academy earned a total of six awards during the competition held on October 14, 2026.
Leading the academy's achievements, Daniel Appah secured first place in the Senior Contemporary Solo category and was also honored with the Personality Award. The academy saw further success in duo and quartet performances, with Rita Abankwah and Anna Bashiru taking second place in the Senior Contemporary Duo category. Additionally, a quartet consisting of Rita Abankwah, Hillary Oppong, Anna Bashiru, and Michelle Kassis earned third place in the Senior Contemporary Quartet.
Individual accolades were also awarded in the acrobatics and lyrical categories. Rita Abankwah achieved second place in the Senior Acrobatics Dance, while Michelle Kassis secured third place in the Children’s Lyrical Dance. These podium finishes across multiple disciplines have cemented the academy's standing on the international stage.
The successful results in Johannesburg serve as a critical stepping stone for the Ghanaian team as they prepare for the global finals in Croatia scheduled for 2027. The academy's performance highlights a diverse range of technical skill across contemporary, acrobatics, and lyrical dance styles.