Darwin Irish Dance Association Inc.
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Who are we?
With over fifty members ranging in age from five to over 60, Rince na h‟Eireann* Darwin Irish Dance Association is Darwin's longest-running Irish Dance school.
The Association has a long and proud history of sharing the love of Irish culture, music and dance with the Territory community. The Association‟s motto is "we dance with our hearts" and its dancers delight in bringing heartfelt enjoyment, and an Irish flavour, to all their performances. These performances include displays at social and community events, charities, festivals, fundraisers, award ceremonies, and retirement homes.
* Pronounced "Rinka na air-an" Rince na h‟Eireann is Irish for "Dance of Ireland."
Performance Highlights
- Dancing in the Opening Ceremonies of the Arafura Games
- Performing in the NT Schools "Beat" Productions
- Performing concerts at the Darwin Entertainment Centre
- Dancing throughout the NT, including performances in Jabiru, Katherine, Daly River and Tennant Creek
- Dancing, and winning many sections, in the annual North Australian Eisteddfod
- Performing with other dance and cultural groups in local productions
- Dancing at community and cultural events and productions (eg at nursing homes, school fetes, birthday parties and Saint Patrick's Day celebrations)