Sophia Adzoa-Moore, a 25-year-old musical theatre performer, has used crutches since 2013 due to hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Despite her diagnosis and challenges, including severe pain and fatigue, she pursued her dream of dancing. Accepted at the Performance Preparation Academy, she emphasizes the value of representation for disabled individuals in the arts. Sophia, who starred in West End's Billy Elliot, highlights her determination to succeed and remind others that talent transcends adversity. Her journey showcases not only resilience but also the importance of visibility for people with disabilities in the performing arts.
I walk into the room and feel the attention on me like: 'Why is she in this dance class?' - but I'm good at what I do.
Yes, sometimes me being different will get me in the room - but that means I'm giving disability representation. I do have talent - at the end of the day, I've got a musical theatre degree.
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