"Jig": Video Clip from the 2010 Worlds

Last year at the 2010 World Championships, a video crew was following several high-profile dancers before, during and after their competitions. Dancers were told that a documentary movie would be released in 2011. A brief clip of the film, called "Jig", was released a few days ago. The official release date has not been confirmed, although as best as I can tell, it will be released in the UK only. If it is released at a later date in North America, or becomes available as a dvd for purchase, we will let you know! Click twice on the video above to create a full screen view.

World Champions of Senior Mixed Figure

Here is a performance by the winners of the Senior Mixed Figure team at the 2010 World Championships earlier this month. (Note this video was recorded during a performance of their gold-medal-winning routine after they had won, not during the actual competition). This winning team is from the Doherty School in Belfast. Several of the individual dancers in this group are also 2010 solo World Champions.

Enjoy their incredible precision, and we'll see you all at the Ceili tomorrow for more beautiful dancing!

Parade of Champions from Worlds

Click directly on the video above to see the "Parade of Champions" from the final day at the World Championships in Glasgow. Dancing are 6 of the 2010 Ladies World Champions age U-16 and older, and 2 of the older 2010 Mens World Champions. Inspirational!

Courtney at Worlds: Update

Recalls for the Senior Ladies 21+ have just been announced in Glasgow and unfortunately Courtney has not been recalled. We know she gave it 110% of her best effort as she always does, and represented NPIDA beautifully! We share in her disappointment. Congratulations from all of us Courtney - we are more proud than you know! NPIDA was rooting for you! Now have a wonderful Easter, and enjoy the rest of your very well-deserved holiday!

Photo by Cheryl at the 2009 Oireachtas

Photos from Worlds (Michael)

Michael e-mailed some photos from Glasgow this morning; thanks Michael!

1. Michael at the Worlds venue: the Royal Glasgow Concert Hall

2. Michael with Lisa and Courtney

3. The stage before the award ceremony

4, Michael receiving his recall medal from Deidre P

5. Family photo after the awards: Suzanne, Michael, Lisa and John

6. Michael with Courtney and Lisa

7. Michael: 18th in the World! Congratulations!!!

Michael: 18th at Worlds!

Michael has placed 18th at the World Championships today.

Congratulations Michael !!!!!!!

Recall for Michael at Worlds!

Just minutes ago, Michael was announced as a RECALLER at the World Championships after completing his hard shoe and soft shoe rounds! He will soon be doing his Set Dance, along with the other 17 competitors who recalled in the Mens 18-19 group. I will post here once the final results have been awarded.
Congratulations Michael - NPIDA is proud of you!

Photo: Michael and Mom Suzanne in Nashville, July/09.

Good Luck at Worlds Michael and Courtney!

Shannon has already competed and returned from the World Championships in Glasgow, but all of the older groups have continued to compete throughout the week. Tomorrow (Saturday), Michael will be dancing in the Mens 18-19 group, and on Sunday, Courtney will be dancing in the Ladies 21+ group. Check back here both days for updates on recalls and results!

You can leave your comment below to send your good luck wishes to Michael and Courtney.

Claddagh photo from Googe Images.

Good Luck Today at Worlds Shannon!

The 2010 World Championships begin today in Glasgow, Scotland, and Shannon is competing. Courtney is there now too and is assisting Shannon (and Connie!) with their preparations for the big day.
Good luck and have fun Shannon! NPIDA is rooting for you!

Shannon's New Blog for Worlds

Shannon G has set up a new blog to document her upcoming trip to the 2010 World Championships, which will take place in Glasgow Scotland from March 28 - April 4. Shannon's blog is called Shannon's Shenanigans: Shannon in Glasgow. Please check out Shannon's blog - and feel free to leave her a comment or two!

Click here for a direct link: www.shannoninglasgow.blogspot.com
I have also posted a direct link on the sidebar (scroll down to "Website Links: Alphabetical List", under the little calendar. Look for "2010 Worlds: Shannon's Blog"). Good luck Shannon, and have fun on your trip; we will look forward to seeing your blog posts and photos!

Photo: Shannon with Nora and Courtney at the 2009 Oireachtas.