The Summer School is taught by Riverdance professional dancers, who share their experience and expertise to help students develop an understanding of what it takes to become a successful professional performer.

Classes take place Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.30pm daily at the Fitness and Recreation Center.

Students learn iconic Riverdance choreography inspired by some of the most celebrated numbers from the show.

Training extends beyond dance technique and includes all aspects of professional performer development, including fitness, nutrition and personal management skills to help prepare students for a career in performance.

The programme also includes interactive presentations from dance and fitness experts covering topics such as strength and conditioning, nutrition, sports psychology and fitness.

Students gain insight into the creative process behind choreography and the production of a live stage performance. By the end of the Summer School, they leave with a greater understanding of the professional dance industry and the skills required to pursue a career as a performer.

The finale of the Summer School is a fully staged showcase performance featuring all students performing extracts from Riverdance for an audience of family and friends at the Tsai Performance Center.

The Summer School is the primary route through which dancers aged 18 and over are considered for opportunities with Riverdance. Spending a full week with students provides a unique opportunity to assess not only their talent and technical ability, but also their work ethic, attitude and professionalism, all of which are important qualities for a career with Riverdance.

Scholarships are awarded based on a combination of dance ability and the scholarship essay or video submission. Scholarship recipients are selected once all places at the Summer School have been confirmed.