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Rooted and Rising Dance Workshops (Ages 50+)

A group of elderly people are moving with their arms stretched upwards ; Mia di Chiaro stands posing for a portrait photo

Join Dance Artist in Residence Mia DiChiaro for free joyful dance workshops exploring gentle, nature-inspired movement. No dance experience needed - just curiosity and a willingness to move. Leave feeling refreshed, grounded, and joyfully connected! 

Workshops are taking place throughout November and December 2025 and are supported by the Arts Council, DCU Age-Friendly University, and the Institute of Climate and Society.

Booking essential: Registration Form

Questions? Email mia.dichiaro@dcu.ie

Dates: 17 November (Monday), 24 November (Monday), 1 December (Monday), 10 December (Wednesday), 15 December (Monday)

Time: 2-3pm

Location: Solas Room, KA202, The U Student Centre, Second Floor, Glasnevin campus.

 

Mia DiChiaro is a contemporary dancer, community facilitator, and ecologically engaged artivist. Her work encourages communities across Ireland to explore imagination, empathy, and care, while examining the intersection of the moving body and climate activism. Mia has received support from the Arts Council, Dance Ireland, IMMA, and Create. She holds a B.A. in Performance and Arts Activism from New York University and an M.A. in Contemporary Dance Performance from the University of Limerick. Her recent community-led works include Dance Till Dán (2022), recipient of the Creative Lives Award UK/IRE for “Best Irish Project,” and Let’s Spraoi! (2024).