A SPECTACULAR display of dressage performances by five of the world's top classical riding schools is sure to wow horse lovers at The O2 next month.
The Royal Horse Gala, on September 11 and 12, will feature performances by 36 Lipizzaner, Lusitano, Andalusian, Arab and Friesian stallions performing to the rhythmic sounds of Spanish flamenco music.
Dreessed in flamboyant, brightly-coloured costumes, riders from the show performed outside the Greenwich venue yesterday, giving people a taste of what to expect from the extravaganza.
Promoter Stuart Galbraith, who originally brought The Royal Horse Gala to Britain in 1996, said: “The first time we brought the show here it was a sell out and received rave reviews and I always said I would bring it back.
"It’s taken 16 years and I know audiences will feel it’s been worth the wait – it is even more spectacular, more exciting and more entertaining than ever before.
"Horse lovers will flock to this show but we believe this is a great family event – there is something for everyone."
The Royal Horse Gala. The O2, Greenwich. September 11 and September 12. To book tickets, call 0844 856 0202 or visit theo2.co.uk
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