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Cardiac Screening

Cardiac Screening @ Westside Performing Arts We recently welcomed the Dillon Quirke Foundation to our studios. Thank you to the AMS Advanced Medical Services Staff for their Cardiac Screening services and thanks to all at the Dillon Quirke Foundation for this hugely important initiative, raising awareness of SADS and the opportunity to allow our Students access to invaluable Cardiac Screening. https://youtu.be/2qzk_qrd9iw?si=JSiLY-UOHJokzSj9&t=27 Niall Quinn is the chair of the Dillon Quirke Foundation Cardiac screening helps detect any potential heart concerns that...

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FLAT Class

One Of A Kind A one of a kind WestSide creation, FLAT class comprises of four elements Flexibility, Leaps, Acro and Turns.  Book a Two-Week Trial Here Each class is taught by 3 Teachers with a strong emphasis on the dancers individual goals, personalities and abilities of all 4 elements.  This unique class structure of 1 class / 3 teacher ratio highlights the main focus of individual progression and growth in a collective positive, encouraging and safe environment.  We believe...

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Best in Ireland

We are thrilled to announce that Westside Performing Arts has been listed as a leading Acting School on https://www.bestinireland.com/best-acting-schools-dublin/ Westside Performing Arts has been recognized as a leading Acting School in the industry! This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our Students, Instructors, and Staff and our commitment to providing top-notch Acting Classes while fostering a nurturing environment which has been acknowledged by industry experts. We will continue to strive for excellence and offer the best...

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Once Upon A Twist

https://youtu.be/k11gNzXOfv0?si=lNCOrBU9cSLld6wW&t=329 Photos Live & Online The galleries for ‘Once upon a Twist’ are live and online and can be accessed at Trend Photography! Each and every one of of our Students brought unique talents to the stage, creating a breathtaking and unforgettable experience for everyone in the audience with photos from both onstage and backstage been available for all shows What The Audience Thought "All teachers are very passionate about what they do" “Our daughter started with WestSide Performing Arts...

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Songbird

We hope you can all tune in! ‘Songbird’ follows Yana, a young Ukrainian girl, who struggles to assimilate in her school and new life in Ireland until she meets Chloe, a bubbly classmate who helps Yana find her way. Together the girls become friends and Yana finds hope and peace in the chaos of change. Samson Films The short was directed by Viko Nikci (Coming Home, Cellar Door) and written by Viko & Eoin Colfer (Artemis Fowl, Half Moon Investigates)....

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Once Upon A Twist

Returning to The Helix is our trade mark show of two halves. Act 1 is a celebration of music from Broadway, The West End and the Silver Screen. In Act 2 its Snow Bright’s first day at The Fairy Tale Academy and she must choose where she belongs. While navigating the magical world with her new found friends she feels the wrath of Maleficent and her sidekicks. Soon they all learn, with a little help from The Fairy God Mother, if they...

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Gogglebox Ireland

Seeking Television Fanatic Families Gogglebox Ireland are currently casting for families for the new series on Virgin Media this autumn. They are on the lookout for new families with teenage kids - ideally 13/14 upwards. Think you have what it takes to join the Gogglebox Couch? Email: casting@kiteentertainment.com A bit about yourself Your contact number Who's in your gang? Where are you based? What do you like to watch together? Please share a photo of your gang together

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Audition Opportunity

JUNIOR EUROVISION IS BACK! Applications are now open to audition for 2023 Do you have a great singing voice? Are you between the ages of 9 and 14 years? This is your chance to audition! Adare Productions are putting a call out for talented young singers who will be aged between 9 and 14 years this Autumn. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for a talented youngster or group to represent Ireland at an international level. https://youtu.be/uTDGBOjo3JM The...

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Dance Intensive Weekend 2023

Dance Training

A Dance Intensive Weekend that first began at Westside in 2002 Booking Available Here Offering 2 days of professional, versatile Dance training enabling growth and individuality. As we continue to navigate this ever changing industry we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt and evolve within our field of education while holding our core values at the root of what we offer. TRANSCEND 2023 is a nod to our past, an embracement of our present and excitement for our future....

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WestSiders Take To The Stage

Toy Show The Musical WestSiders take to the stage in Toy Show The Musical. After rigorous auditions and the suspenseful wait for that yes phone call. This Christmas Gillian Charles 12, Harley Cullen Walsh 10, Joseph Dunne 5, Lilymai Clancy 14 and Zachary Kilduff 10 will be making their professional debut in the highly anticipated original Irish Musical TOY SHOW THE MUSICAL. Leading Roles Lilymai plays the role of Maisie, Joseph plays the role of Luan while Harley, Gillian and...

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