The Irish Youth Dance Festival (IYDF), produced by Dublin Youth Dance Company, offers a national platform to showcase young emerging dancers performing works of leading national and international choreographers.
This unique ensemble-based, performance-centred festival brings together dancers under the age of 25 with established and emerging choreographers, composers, film makers and teachers.
Participating companies include local youth dance companies from around Ireland, professional dancers and choreographers from the Dublin Youth Dance Company’s (DYDC) alumni and emerging professional dance artists.
ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Mariam Ribón
PRODUCED BY Dublin Youth Dance Company
ASSOCIATE PRODUCER Gearóid ohAllmhuráin
RUNNING TIME 2 hrs incl. 15 min interval
TICKETS €20 | €18 or buy a ticket for both performances for €34
WARNING: Use of flashing lights and projection which may affect patrons with photosensitivity, please see note from the company below
About The Company
Dublin Youth Dance Company (DYDC) is Ireland’s flagship contemporary youth dance company (comprising three dance ensembles) which curates and hosts the annual Irish Youth Dance Festival (IYDF & Winter Gala), providing a national platform for youth dance with a growing international focus. Its vision is to cultivate distinct artistic voices through the creation and performance of transformative repertoire uniquely embodied by young artists.
DYDC offers young dancers’ multiple platforms and opportunities to train, perform, choreograph and participate in an inclusive and diverse environment. DYDC & IYDF provides pathways of high-quality pre vocational training and ensemble performance for young dancers/aspiring dance artists, led by professional choreographers and dance artists/teachers extending the range and deepening the experience of their dancer selves.
Attention Audience Members,
Please be advised that the upcoming Dance performance on Sunday July 7th will include the use of flashing lights and projections. These visual effects are integral to the artistic presentation and may include rapid changes in brightness and colour.
For those senstive to strobe lights or prone to photosensitive epilepsy, please take necessary precautions. If you experience discomfort or adverse reactions to flashing lights, we advise you to consider your attendance accordingly. We prioritize the safety and comfort of all our partons. If you have any concerns or require further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact a member of our staff. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
