Galway Dance

09/10/2026

Last month we had the pleasure of hosting a number of creative dance workshops with local schools as part of Clifden Arts Festival.

The brilliant Melanin Tee and Emma O'Sullivan led these workshops, and had tons of fun teaching these wonderful kids some fun new moves.

Watch this space, we might have some new young dancers in the making!

A special thanks to our team member Giovana for her hard work on these workshops, and putting such a memorable series of events together!

07/10/2026

We really looking forward to the Open Studio this Sunday at Galway Dance, hosted by Bernadette Divilly.

This is a two hour window of time and space, facilitated and held so that you have the option to:

- Take part in an hour of contemplative dance practice with focus on working with the elementary body.

- Use this time and space to contemplate how dance can support us in these times of challenge and change.

In the second hour there will be time for connection and exchange, and a cuppa.

Open Studio is free to attend to artists with a movement practice and beyond! We also welcome artists from any artform that have an interest in connecting across disciplines and moving together.

This open studio welcomes all of our diversity and dance experiences.

Fáilte roimh chách!

15/09/2026

✨ Workshop with Aneta Dortová Dance this Thursday, 17th of September! ✨

As part of her Síolta Residency at Galway Dance, we’re delighted to welcome dance artist, musician and choreographer Aneta Dortová to the studio for a special workshop.

This 1.5-hour-long workshop will consist of warm-up, strength, mobility, technique exercises, and a phrase. The workshop will follow a methodical and safe release technique approach that emphasises fluidity for movers of all levels.

Aneta is a percussive and contemporary dance artist, musician and choreographer whose practice explores the relationship between live music and dance, and traditional and contemporary movement.

When: 10.30am – 12pm, Thursday 17 September 2026
Where: Galway Dance Studio, Unit 26, Terryland House, Headford Road, Galway, H91 FPT3

14/09/2026

Galway, don't miss the Free Family Day at Interface Inagh – this Saturday, 19 September!

The afternoon will be full of creative workshops, music, art and fun.

1–2 pm: Guided tour of the art exhibition as part of the Clifden Arts Festival

2–3 pm: Ripples and Ribbons – Creative Dance Workshop with Linda Schirmer

2–5 pm: Flashbox – Live caricature portraits by Marie Cazou, free to take home

2–4 pm: Face painting by Renske Boef

2–4 pm: Music by Nick Timothy

3–5 pm: Family print workshop by Bryony Hussey

Snacks, treats, ice cream and hot drinks will be available throughout the day.

This project was developed with the GRETB Creative Youth Partnership funded by the Department of Education and Youth and Creative Ireland through the Creative Youth Plan, this work ensures every young person, no matter their background, has access to creativity.

Free tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/free-family-fun-day-at-interface-inagh-tickets-1997570699736?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

10/09/2026

A great job opportunity with Dance Cork Firkin Crane! The deadline for applications is tomorrow, Friday 11th September ⬇⬇⬇

Dance Cork Firkin Crane is seeking a skilled Technical Manager to lead all technical and production operations in our historic home for dance.

We’re looking for a proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited by the chance to help us grow as a national centre for dance.

Please visit our website for full application details: dancecorkfirkincrane.ie/news/we-are-hiring-technical-manager-at-dance-cork-firkin-crane/

Closing date: 12noon on Friday 11 September 2026 or until filled.

07/09/2026

We are delighted to share the four recipients for our 2026 Síolta Residency Program!

ANETA DORTOVÁ – Aneta Dortova is a percussive and contemporary dance artist, musician and choreographer whose practice explores the relationship between live music and dance, and traditional and contemporary movement.

LA FEENEY – LA Feeney is a dance artist, choreographer and educator exploring identity, memory and human connection through hip-hop, popping, animation and contemporary dance.

ORLA MCCARTHY – Sligo-based dance artist and choreographer Orla McCarthy will use her Síolta Residency to develop Is This Enough?, an intimate dance-theatre solo exploring self-doubt, inner criticism and the relationship between mind and body.

ANI TAJ NIEMANN – Ani Taj is a Tony-nominated choreographer and founder of The Dance Cartel, exploring the liberating and joyful possibilities of dance through her Síolta residency and an investigation into what makes a great dance floor in the west of Ireland.

Congratulations to all four artists! We’re looking forward to welcoming them to our Terryland studio and supporting them as they develop new work through their residencies.

26/08/2026

We're delighted to share that our September Open Studio will be hosted by the wonderful Aneta Dortová Dance on Sunday 13th September, from 1-3pm.

Come move, create, practice, and connect!

Whether you’re looking to move with others, develop your own practice, spend some time rehearsing, or simply meet fellow artists in a welcoming and informal environment, this two-hour session offers space to explore at your own pace. All movement levels and experiences are welcome, and you don’t need to be a professional dancer to take part.

Find out more here: https://galwaydance.ie/open-studio-with-aneta-dortova-sunday-13-september/

26/08/2026

Don't miss the opportunity to apply for the Activating Archive Residency 2026, a truly wonderful opportunity with LuailDance! The deadline for submissions is Wednesday 9th September 2026 by 5pm GMT.

ACTIVATING ARCHIVE RESIDENCY 2026

Luail – Ireland’s National Dance Company and Irish World Academy at University of Limerick, invites applications from dance artists to the Activating Archive Residency, in partnership with the National Dance Archive of Ireland, the Irish Traditional Music Archive / Taisce Cheol Dúchais Éireann) and Our Steps.

The residency, which will take place in November-December, will include two weeks of supported access to the National Dance Archive of Ireland in Limerick, as well as rehearsal space at the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance. The selected artist will also have a week of supported access to the Irish Traditional Music Archive, and online access to "Our Steps, Our Story: An Irish Dance Legacy Archive", courtesy of Our Steps and the Jerome Robbins Dance Division of NYPL The New York Public Library.

🗓️ Activating Archive Residency: November-December 2026
⚠️ Deadline for submissions: Wednesday 9th September 2026 by 5pm GMT.

Artist’s fees, travel, accommodation and per diems in Limerick and Dublin if needed, all provided.

For this opportunity details, application process, timeline, partners and all additional information, click this link: https://luail.ie/opportunity/activating-archive-residency-2026/

📷: Patricio Cassinoni

25/08/2026

Galway, don't miss EARTHFALL by Undercurrent for one night only next Wednesday, September 2nd.

A gripping high energy show, Earthfall weaves dance theatre, circus with cultural dances from Zimbabwe, Brazil and Ireland!

There will also be a FREE workshop on Tuesday, September 1st in the THT studio. Admission is free, but advance booking is required due to limited capacity.

Book both the performance and workshop here: https://tht.ie/4819/earthfall

25/08/2026

We are delighted to hear all about Tipperary Dance Festival's incredible 2026 programme!

View the full programme here: tipperarydance.com/

7-16 October - Tipperary Dance Festival 2026: we are launching the programme!

Discover international and Irish artists, with a rich programme of performances, participatory events, workshops, professional development, conversations, residencies and dance in schools.

From the intimate to the spectacular, the playful to the thought-provoking, there’s something for you to discover. Whether you’re a lifelong dance lover, completely new to contemporary dance, a professional artist, a family, a school or simply curious to try something different, we’d love you to join us.

Full programme available on our website: tipperarydance.com/

Tipperary Dance Festival is funded by The Arts Council and Tipperary County Council. The International Residencies and Pro Sessions are funded by The Arts Council under Arts Grant Funding. The Pro Sessions programme is supported by Dance Ireland. Partnering venues: The Source Arts Centre, STAC Chapel, Nenagh Arts Centre. In partnership with: Tanztendenz München e.V., La Caldera, Barcelona, South Tipperary Arts Centre, Culture Mill.