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DANCING THE KNIGHT AWAY
In Ireland and Scotland, Céilí (Kay-Lee) dances are a popular form of folk dancing which served as gathering places for local townspeople who came together to celebrate their culture through music and traditional dances which were passed down through the generations. It also became a catalyst for courtship; perhaps a precursor to the modern club scene or online dating.
These social dance forms are the easiest for novice and first-timers to learn and during the performance a "caller" is used to guide the group through the steps - similar to square dancing. At the end of a complete iteration of a dance, groups move on to a new set of partners and continue in the fun.
Celtic Heritage Alliance produces several Céilí dances throughout the year to mark Celtic holidays and events. Check our Celtic Calendar for upcoming dates.
Celtic Heritage Alliance hosted both the Ceili by the Sea at the 2011 Newport Celtic Festival & Highland Games, and a Halloween Ceili by the Sea to celebrate the Celtic New Year in October 2011. Both events were well attended and everyone had a pleasant time learning and participating in these traditional Irish dances.
Our festival Céilí is a fun, family atmosphere where community members of all ages will have the opportunity to learn and participate in the dancing. You don't need a partner or experience; just some comfortable shoes and a smile!
Celtic Heritage Alliance's goal is to host quarterly, and eventually montly Ceili dances so the community can continue to enjoy these events year round.
Celtic Heritage Alliance hosted both the Ceili by the Sea at the 2011 Newport Celtic Festival & Highland Games, and a Halloween Ceili by the Sea to celebrate the Celtic New Year in October 2011. Both events were well attended and everyone had a pleasant time learning and participating in these traditional Irish dances.
Our festival Céilí is a fun, family atmosphere where community members of all ages will have the opportunity to learn and participate in the dancing. You don't need a partner or experience; just some comfortable shoes and a smile!
Celtic Heritage Alliance's goal is to host quarterly, and eventually montly Ceili dances so the community can continue to enjoy these events year round.
Dancers interested in performing in the 2012 Newport Highland Games heavy events in Newport must complete and submit a Registration Form.
Sponsors who are interested in supporting a performer or event will find more information here.
Questions may be directed to our Entertainment Committee.
Sponsors who are interested in supporting a performer or event will find more information here.
Questions may be directed to our Entertainment Committee.
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