Get involved - open call for performance with Siobhán Ní Dhuinnín

An invitation to perform for dance enthusiasts aged (15-80+)

Led by Cork-based Choreographer Siobhán Ní Dhuinnín in a commission for Cork Midsummer Festival, Country OK is a new dance performance project inspired by the foot-tapping, hip-twisting, heart-wrenching songs of Country music - a contemporary expression of the spirit of social dances, dance halls and dancing bodies across the city and county.

You are invited to participate in a specially established performance group, where you will collaborate with Siobhán to create original choreography, learn new styles, and dance in the final performances with a professional cast. Join us for an exciting creative opportunity to perform in Cork Midsummer Festival 2024.

Country OK is free to participants. Dance experience of any kind is useful, but not essential - a love of dance and full commitment to the project (workshops & performances) are the most important ingredients!

Schedule

Taster Session
Thursday 11 April 7-8.30pm
South Parish Community Centre, Sawmill Street, Cork City

Workshops
Young People (15-18yrs old)
Where: South Parish Community Centre, Sawmill Street, Cork City
When:Tuesdays (6-7.30pm): 30 April, 7, 14, 21, 28 May, 4, 11 June 2024

Adults (18-80+yrs old)
Mornings
Where: Dance Cork Firkin Crane, John Redmond Street, Cork City
When: Wednesdays (10-11.30am) 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 May, 5, 12 June

Or

Evenings
Where: South Parish Community Centre, Sawmill Street, Cork City
When: Thursdays (7-8.30pm): 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May, 6 June

Final Practices:
On Site run-through:Thursday 13 June
Dress run through: Friday 14 June
Times: TBC

Performances:
Saturday 15 June, Sunday 16 June
Times: TBC

Deadline for Registration: Friday 19 April 2024

Registration and further Information:
Siobhán Ní Dhuinnín
siobhannidhuinnin@gmail.com
086-1074770

Country OK is created by Siobhán Ní Dhuinnín, commissioned by Cork Midsummer Festival.
Supported by the Arts Council, Dance Cork Firkin Crane, Brian Dillon’s GAA Club, Redmonds GAA Club, Rockbán Club & Pan Pan Theatre Company through the Pan Pan Mentoring Programme.

Image Credit: Big Dance Night at Dance Limerick taken by Laura O'Laughlin