Published: Sat 17 Jun 2023, 3:59 PM

Last updated: Sat 17 Jun 2023, 4:03 PM

Students from Gaelscoil na Laochra, Birr pictured after completing the contemporary dance programme.

Gaelscoil students have a 'BLAST' with new dance programme

Published: Sat 17 Jun 2023, 3:59 PM

Last updated: Sat 17 Jun 2023, 4:03 PM

Students at Gaelscoil na Laochra, Birr recently completed an eight-week programme in contemporary dance with the Director of Laois Youth Dance Ensemble, Erica Borges.

The classes were provided free of charge to the students through funding received by the school from the Bringing Live Arts to Students (BLAST) scheme.

Published: Sat 17 Jun 2023, 3:59 PM

Last updated: Sat 17 Jun 2023, 4:03 PM

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