Located in the heart of the Green Mountains of Vermont, the Garrett School of Irish Dance celebrates the tradition and innovation alive in Irish dance today.
With a focus on inclusivity, community, and a strong grounding in the rich history of Ireland's dance traditions, the Garrett School welcomes dancers of all ages and abilities.
The school is run by Gerlisa Garrett, TCRG, certified by the Irish Dancing Commission (CLRG) in Dublin, Ireland.
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Upcoming Events:
2024-2025 Drop-In Ceili Classes with Live Music - Second Saturdays: Sept 14, Oct 12, Dec 14, Jan 11, Feb 8, April 12, and May 10 at the Richmond Free Library (more info here)
Past Events:
Appalachian Flatfooting Open Workshop with Nic Gareiss - April 27th, 4pm, Richmond Free Library (register here)
Nic Gareiss and Simon Chrisman in Concert - April 27th, 7 pm, Richmond Free Library
Community Ceili at the Burlington Irish Heritage Festival - Richmond Free Library, Saturday March 2, 1-3pm
Mick Moloney Tribute Concert - March 15, 7pm in Burlington. Location TBD.
Tribute for Sen. Patrick Leahy - Burlington, March 11, 2023
Community Ceili at the Burlington Irish Heritage Festival - Richmond Free Library, Sunday March 12, 1-3pm
Young Tradition Festival Showcase - May 6, Contois Auditorium in Burlington
Winter/Spring Session - Jan 9-May 5 at Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studios, Montpelier VT
New England Regional Oireachtas - Nov 18-20 in Hartford, CT
Junction Dance Festival - July 22-24, Saturday evening show 7pm at the Briggs Opera House
Summer Camp 2022! Traditional dance, music, games, storytelling, and more - 8:30-12 from July 11-15
Summer Session - Wednesdays & Thursdays, all levels ages 6-adult, July 6-28
Garrett School Celebration & Picnic - 11:30-12:30 on Saturday, May 7
Young Tradition Festival Showcase - 6 pm on Saturday, May 7, more information here
Riverdance Road Trip - Saturday, May 14, group field trip to Boston to see Riverdance!
Allison de Groot and Nic Gareiss - performance co-sponsored by Garrett School of Irish Dance and Young Tradition Vermont - Friday, March 25th at 7pm, Richmond Free Library, tickets available here!
At the Crossroads: An Exploration of Irish Music and Dance in partnership with the Burlington Irish Heritage Festival - Sunday, March 6th at 2 pm. Limited in person seating and live-streaming, register here!
Virtual Winter Recital - Premiered Dec 18
Irish Christmas in America - Woodstock, VT, tickets here
Irish Dance Summer Camp 2021
Burlington Irish Heritage Festival - March 12-17, schedule here
Live WCAX Interview & Demonstration - March 15, available here
Countdown to Saint Patrick’s Day video series - March 12-17, available on our Facebook page
Samhain in Vermont - An hour-long program celebrating the turning of the seasons. Stream it here!
Autumn Session - Outdoor, socially distanced classes kept us moving and connected!
Community Ceili at the Burlington Irish Heritage Festival - March 1, 2020
Benefit Concert with Yanks in the Attic for Pathways Vermont - March 14, 7pm at Skinny Pancake, Burlington [POSTPONED]
Young Traditions Vermont Mentor/Teacher Showcase - May 2, 2020 [POSTPONED]
Highland Center for the Arts, Benefit Concert with Yanks in the Attic - February 15, 2020
Ice on Fire Festival - February 2, 2020
Carolan Festival - June 15, 2019
