Rinceoiri Don Spraoi Irish Dancers

One of the oldest Irish dance presenters and educators in Utah, Rinceoiri Don Spraoi serves diverse audiences through their cultural performing arts program.

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Irish Dance Fall Semester Begins in September

Irish Dance Fall Semester Begins in September

We have had an amazing summer workshop session of Irish dance at Rinceoiri Don Spraoi Irish Dancers! We really worked our butts off at #BensKickButtGym and got a few jig tricks under our belts. We said some sad goodbyes to a few amazing people who are heading off to college. On the flip side, we enjoyed seeing our summer dancers who make it only during breaks from college or on vacation; like our…

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Summer Workshop 2014

It’s all about JIGS this summer at Rinceoiri!

Come join us for our Summer Workshop where we’ll be focusing on jig timing. From slip jigs and light jigs to single jigs and treble jigs, we’ll get you ready to bust out your Irish dance anytime you hear a good dancing tune.

Performers: 8 a.m. – 10 a.m. Prep: 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. All Beginners: 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Saturdays, July 12, 19, 26, and August…

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The One With Poppy Seeds

The One With Poppy Seeds

Irish music is delightful even if it doesn’t originate in Ireland. For Music Mondays today, I’m taking you to France.

If you know me very well, you know how much I love the French language and the region of Brittany. Brittany is a beautiful cultural region in the north-west of France and considered to be one of the six Celtic nations (Brittany, Cornwall, Ireland, the Isle of Man, Scotland, and…

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We love our adults. In fact, you might say we cater to the “older” crowd. If you’re interested in Irish dance, but worried because you’re over 18, worry no more! We have a fun class tailored to the adult beginner. Try our Intro to Irish Dance class to get started.

Photos courtesy Farris Gerard.

Irish Dance Beginner Adult Class We love our adults. In fact, you might say we cater to the "older" crowd. If you're interested in Irish dance, but worried because you're over 18, worry no more!

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2014 St. Patrick's Day Parade SLC Photo by Farris Gerard

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The One on St. Patrick's Day

The One on St. Patrick’s Day

Happy St. Patrick’s Day to all, but especially to those who Irish dance in Utah!

In the spirit of the day, I’d like to bring you local artists who really represent all the good things we love about Irish music. I love our local musicians and hope you will join me in supporting them.

Wayward Molly

courtesy Wayward Molly

When you combine Mona Stevens, Allison Ottley, Jani Gamble, and Nicki…

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Salt Lake City St. Patrick's Day Siamsa Schedule

Salt Lake City St. Patrick’s Day Siamsa Schedule

This weekend is huge for Irish dancers and musicians in Salt Lake City. Because Saturday, March 15, a Siamsa will be held.

What’s a Siamsa? Siamsa means entertainment or amusement, in Irish. Our interpretation of a Siamsa is basically a party with hours of Irish dance, music, and food. And what’s better than that?

courtsey The Gateway

The 2014 Salt Lake City Siamsa will be held at 10:45 a.m.in…

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Salt Lake City St. Patrick's Day Parade

Salt Lake City St. Patrick’s Day Parade

2014 Salt Lake City St. Patrick’s Day Parade

When

The parade begins promptly at 10:00 a.m. on the morning of Saturday, March 15.

Parade Route

Through the Gateway in downtown Salt Lake City. Parade units line up at 400 West and 200 North, queuing up northward. Folks line the streets starting at 200 North, although the best viewing is in the Gateway. The parade units will proceed south on 400…

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The One With the Killer Soundtrack

The One With the Killer Soundtrack

Soundtracks have some of the best pieces of music I’ve heard. Now I know what you’re thinking; a soundtrack? What soundtrack could possibly have killer Irish dance music that isn’t Riverdance, Lord of the dance, or any other Irish dance show? Boy have I got a soundtrack for you!

Secret of Kells is not only a gorgeously animated movie, it has one of the most beautiful scores I’ve heard. And I…

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Yesterday I had some pretty sweet free party printables for you. But what would a party be without some tasty treats? Am I right?

Today I have a bunch of fun party food to serve up for your St. Patrick’s Day festivities!

Rainbow Poptarts, homemade version. These little babies are filled with a fresh fruit filling and topped with a drizzle of rainbow icing. -via Babble.

Gorgeous Andes Mint Chocolate Chip Fudge. -via Sallys Baking Addiction.

Rainbow Pudding that looks so colorful and fun! This one might be a new kid favorite. -via Makezine.

Grain and Gluten Free Mint Chocolate Cookies. Which are more like an ooey gooey brownie. -via Texan Erin.

Rainbow and Cloud Cakepops that are almost too cute to eat. -via Munchkin Munchies.

Peppermint Patty Gooey Cake Bars. OMG. -via Inside BruCrew Life.

Rainbow Fruit Skewers are beautiful and a healthy option! – via Babble.

Four Leaf Cupcakes with a darling gumdrop top. -via Parents Magazine.

Wow! Look at the color in these Rainbow Slice Cookies. -via Good Life Eats.

Clover Krispies Treats. Because clovers. And Krispies treats. -via I Heart Naptime.

10 Sweet St. Patrick’s Day Treats Yesterday I had some pretty sweet free party printables for you. But what would a party be without some tasty treats?

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The Rinceoiri List of St. Patrick's Day Activities - Rinceoiri Don Spraoi Irish Dancers

It’s finally here! St. Patrick’s Day season is upon us! And just how are we getting our Irish on in 2014? Rinceoiri Don Spraoi Irish Dancers will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by doing what else? Dancing! We’ll start the day off in the Salt Lake City St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The parade winds it’s way …

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Free St. Patrick's Day Party Printables - Rinceoiri Don Spraoi Irish Dancers

So, you want to have a St. Patrick’s Day party. And why wouldn’t you? St. Patrick’s Day is THE perfect party holiday! But how do you decorate beyond the color theme of green? There are some really amazing resources out there for party decor and favors. I’m bringing you my favorite 8 today.…

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The One About Ceili at the Roundhouse - Rinceoiri Don Spraoi Irish Dancers

If you’re interested in a full blown Celtic festival in March (a festival that includes entertaining traditional music and dance, ethnic foods, various workshops, demonstrations, and more) you’ll have to head to Evanston, Wyoming because Utah just doesn’t have one. Ceili at the Roundhouse is an annual two day festival that draws internationally famous performers …

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It's March, Just What Is There To Do? - Rinceoiri Don Spraoi Irish Dancers

It’s March. It’s that time of year, again, where St. Patrick is king and Irish dance gets crazy here in Utah. What does March mean to us as Irish dancers? Performances, parades, fund raisers, extra practice, a few new blisters, etc. But for our families (and their sanity) there are also many other activities …

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One of my favorite skaters, John Rattray, shows us how to do a trick called "The Riverdance" for the Ride channel's Trick-a-Day.

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Webster’s Dictionary says the reel comes from ragla which means to stagger, incline, or move in walking first to one side then to the other. Another source gives its origin as the Anglo-Saxon rulla meaning to whirl.

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It's hard to wait. Especially when you're between the ages of four and seven. Rinceoiri Don Spraoi Shamrocks, Grace, Mari, and Audrey, found out just how hard waiting can be as they waited hours for their turn to begin filming...