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- Irish Independent
Wexford community put right foot forward to help children's charity
There was never a dull moment from beginning to end, as MC Seamus Long of the Madcaps band kept the show moving between acts. Some of the talent taking to the stage on the night were as young as three years of age, while intense preparations had been underway since last September.
Caroline Flemming explained that this was the first show for the dancing academy since the Covid pandemic and they had previously raised up to €15,000 before the social distancing for Share a Dream Foundation. 'As this was our first performance since the pandemic, we're delighted to help share awareness of how important continuous funding is for Barretstown Children's Charity,' said Ms Flemming.
"The atmosphere was electric on the night and it was great to be able to enjoy a traditional cup of tea afterwards while bringing many members of the local community together again,' she added.
Caroline also said she and the dancers are very much looking forward to upcoming performances which takes them to the Gig Rigs at the Local Gorey Market Festival in July and during Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Wexford town in August.
"We're honoured to represent our local town at the Fleadh and it's a privilege. We are so grateful to be selected from thousands of applicants to perform for the event,' Caroline concluded.
With the help of donations and local volunteers, a total of €1,235 was raised for the Barretstown Children's Charity.
