Nigerian 11-year old dancer challenges ballet stereotypes

A video of a young Nigerian boy performing ballet in the rain has been watched by millions and shared by celebrities including Oscar winner Vila Davis.

Eleven-year-old Madu Mmesoma Anthony is one of the 12 students at the Leap of Dance Academy in Lagos.

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