Dancing their way to Croatia

Wednesday, April 24, 2019 - 09:42

The Gibraltar International Dance Federation Dance Organization G.I.D.A. will be performing a selection of works which will represent Gibraltar at the 17 th International Dance Federation World Dance Championships to be held in Pula, Croatia between 22nd- 26th May. The presentation will be held this Thurs 25th April 7:30 pm at The John Mackintosh Hall. 

The Gibraltar I.D.F. Team 2019 is made up of 30 dancers who will compete in the Mini (6-9 yrs), Youth(10-12yrs),Junior(13-16 yrs) and Adult (17 yrs plus) Categories .Over 90 pieces have been choreographed for the Championships. Dancers will compete in Solos, Duets, Groups and Formations in the Fantasy Dance, Danceshow, Hip Hop, Belly Dance, Free Style, Jazz Funk and Fit Kid Categories.

“We are extremely proud of the dancers in our Gibraltar I.D.F. Team who work constantly to better themselves. Most of the Choreographies have been done by G.I.D.A. Vice President Zuleika Green and myself and the dancers have also had a great input in the work .Dancers as young as 6 yrs simply have worked so professionally.

Our Presentation will present the best of local dance. The program is incredibly varied, entertaining, creative and innovative. Dancers, Parents and Choreographers have worked solidly throughout the year including the Easter Break to produce an extra special memorable event.

Our team this year is made up of many experienced dancers. We are delighted to have dancers who have returned from studying joining our team, adding a touch of maturity and class .” said G.I.D.A. President Anne Marie Gomez.

It is now approximately 6 yrs that G.I.D.A. was recognized by Her Majesties Government of Gibraltar. Since then the Organization has been extremely successful in creating World I.D.F. Champions and making Gibraltar extremely proud.

“The ingredient for success is passion for dance, pure hardwork and care and attention to detail. G.I.D.A. welcomes all local dancers and choreographers to join this vibrant team. This year about 60 Gibraltarians will be traveling to magical Croatia. Next years Worlds will be held in Spain so we expect an even bigger team .”

Tickets for this prestigious Presentation can be bought from the John Mackintosh Hall Theatre daily as from 4 pm priced 10 pounds .

“Our Presentation has become an extremely important local dance event for our team and it’s followers .Its a feast for dance lovers. Such an exciting cultural event not to be missed,” she added.

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