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CRC POP UP WEEKEND WORKSHOPS
UNION COLLEGE, Schenectady, NY
Pop Up Workshops are designed for dancers who are:
- Preliminary or Open Championship level who are confident in their hard shoe dancing and are comfortable in a fast paced learning environment. Limited space for Prizewinner level dancers
- Between the ages of 10 - 20
- Interested in an opportunity to work closely with TOP ELITE Professional Irish dancers in the industry.
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TIK TOK WORKSHOP
with
THE GARDINER BROTHERS
| 2024 TIK TOK Workshop viral video with over 4 million views! | |
JULY 11 - 13
1.5 Million followers AND counting! The Gardiner Brothers have taken the entire world by storm and currently, there’s no stopping them! Matthew and Michael Gardiner are returning to CRC this summer, where they’ll teach their signature viral choreography and equip dancers with the skills to create their own Tik Toks and video reels from start to finish. The Gardiner Brothers are passionate about empowering dancers to tap into their creativity and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your dance game this summer at CRC with Matthew and Michael Gardiner!!
- Dancers will work on: Drills, dance combos incorporating other dance genres such as tap and hip hop, learning unique GB choreography and more
- Learn how to record, edit and post professional content on various media platforms. Dancers will get a personal behind the scenes look into how the Gardiner Brothers create their videos.
- Weekend culminates with dancers being featured in Gardiner Brothers video!
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CREATE & COLLABORATE WORKSHOP with
DAVID GEANEY & MICK McHUGH
| 2024 Create & Collaborate Workshop video: One Take | |
JULY 18 - 20
Five-time World Champion David Geaney and Two-time World Champion Mick McHugh are teaming up for an unforgettable Create & Collaborate Pop-Up Workshop Weekend! Together, David and Mick will work side-by-side, closely mentoring dancers to master intricate footwork and perfect their rhythm, empowering them to shine on stage or in their own media content! In just three short days, they will create a one-of-a-kind performance video, pushing the boundaries of innovation and artistry. This is a rare chance to learn directly from two of the most visionary and influential dancers in the industry. Limited spots available – don’t miss your chance to be part of this exclusive opportunity to elevate your dance and artistry like never before!
- Dancers will work on: Drills, rhythmic dance combos, elevated elaborate footwork and more!
- Learn the importance of how to execute basic Irish Dance principles
- Weekend culminates with dancers being featured in a David Geaney and Mick McHugh collaboration video!
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Workshop Price: $500
$50 discount for attending both workshops
What's included:
3 days of workshops (Friday- Sunday)
Meals & accommodations
Use of Union College Theatre Department classrooms and rehearsal space
Supervision for dancers under the age of 18
24-hour medical attendants on premises
Special workshop shirt
Nightly Social activities
Items to note:
- Workshops are limited capacity
- Open to all dancers, regardless of organization affiliation
- Classes will be fast paced with a mixture of both dancing and lecture
- Dancers DO NOT have to be registered for a CRC 2025 Camp Session in order to attend
- Workshop instructors will ONLY be present for their assigned workshop and will not be partaking in regular CRC camp sessions
- Dancers WILL NOT be working on competitive steps, but will be learning combinations, foot work, advanced rhythms and more!
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Dingle native, David Geaney, a 5 X World Champion, is taking the world by storm. After an illustrious competitive career, amassing countless major titles, David is now performing all around the world! Known as The Dingle Dancer, David is now regarded as one of Ireland’s leading entertainers.
Having being trusted to lead shows from the age of 16, David created his own show, Velocity, in 2017 which later he brought it Broadway in NYC! He was also a contestant on Britain's Got Talent!
David dances with live musicians nightly and entertains tourists, at his family's famous bar, The Dingle Pub. Here he established his strong connection with live music and audiences, free styling & interacting with different kinds of crowds.
David has also performed with other major acts including world renowned The Chieftains, The Kilfenora Ceili Band, Aslan, and world famous Sharon Shannon. Sharon has dubbed David as ‘The present day Fred Astaire’ and ‘A national treasure!’ David now tours regularly with the world renowned Joanie Madden and Cherish The Ladies on their US and Irish tours!
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Sean Michael "Mick" McHugh started dancing at the age of three for the Kennedy school of Irish, dancing in Belfast. During his competitive career, he was fortunate enough to win the ulster championships, all Ireland championships, all Scotland championships, North American championships, British national championships, Great Britain championships, European championships, and the world championships twice.
At the age of 16, he joined Lord of the dance and toured with the company for 16 years. Mick has been lucky enough to perform on stage with Michael Flatley all around the globe. The pinnacle of his career would be performing alongside Michael on London’s West End and on Broadway in New York City. On his downtime from Lord of the dance, Mick has also been privileged to dance in other great shows such as Titanic dance, Prodijig: The Revolution, taptronic and Damhsa. Most recently he toured with A taste of Ireland as Dance captain and tour manager.
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MICHAEL & MATTHEW
GARDINER
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Michael and Matthew Gardiner are American born Irish Dancers living in Galway, Ireland. They have over 800 million views on social media, have won over 40 major Irish dancing titles between them and have performed to audiences all over the globe at their own corporate events and with the world famous Riverdance cast. They are known for their fast paced and rhythmic style of dance they developed after training at the Hession School of Irish Dance in Galway, Ireland.
After competing all over the United States, the family moved home to Galway, Ireland where they continued to dance. Michael and Matthew went on to win over 40 major titles worldwide including the Connacht, Western Region USA, All Ireland, Irish National, British National, Great Britain, All Scotland, and ultimately 5 World Championships between them.
Michael retired from competition as a 15 time major winner, while Matthew retired with 30 time major wins. After retiring from competition, both brothers began working towards a professional career.
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