Cassa Pancho MBE is the Founder and Artistic Director of Ballet Black, a company dedicated to promoting Black and Asian dancers in ballet. Cassa’s pioneering work has created a platform for dancers of colour, who have historically been under-represented in classical ballet. Through Ballet Black, Cassa has not only elevated the careers of Black and Asian dancers but has also challenged traditional perceptions of ballet, making the art form more inclusive. Her commitment to diversity in the arts continues to inspire and open doors for future generations of dancers from diverse backgrounds.