Studio 55 Dance Academy Arklow

✨Applications for Stars of Wicklow are officially OPEN!✨

🎤 Division 1 (Ages 8–17)
🏆 Win a €250 Cash Prize PLUS:
✨ The First-Ever Stars of Wicklow Champion Trophy
🎵 Recording Studio Voucher courtesy of sing factory, Dublin
📸 Professional Winner’s Photoshoot courtesy of Happipix creative studio

🌟 Division 2 (Ages 18+)
🏆 Champion Trophy + €1,000 Cash Prize

Whether you’re a singer, dancer, musician, comedian, magician, band or variety performer, this is your chance to perform on one of Wicklow’s biggest stages and make history as our very first champion.

🔥 Apply now at:
www.starsofwicklow.com

⭐ Could you become the first-ever Stars of Wicklow Champion?

The locally based Irish Institute of Music and Song (IIMS) and Lark Concert Hall is to host a Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master's of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre and Performance

✨ Something spectacular is coming to Wicklow…

🌟 STARS OF WICKLOW 🌟

A brand-new talent competition is about to take centre stage, celebrating the incredible talent from across County Wicklow.

📅 Friday, 9th October
📍 Arklow Bay Hotel
🕢 7.30pm

🎤 Sing. Dance. Perform. Entertain.
One stage. One champion. One unforgettable night.

🚨 Applications are opening soon! 🚨

Follow our page and keep an eye out for the official launch, audition details and how you can be part of the very first Stars of Wicklow.

⭐ Who do you think has what it takes to become the first ever Stars of Wicklow Champion? Tag them below!

⭐ Meet the Team ⭐

We’re delighted to introduce Martina Lynch, Co-Producer of Stars of Wicklow.

An award-winning dance educator, choreographer and creative producer, Martina brings over 17 years of experience in dance education, musical theatre and live event production. Recently named Ireland’s Dance Educator of the Year, she is also owner of the multi award-winning Studio 55 Dance Academy and resident choreographer with Avonmore Musical Society.

Together with Emma Wall, Martina is passionate about creating a platform that celebrates local talent and gives performers from across County Wicklow the chance to shine.

✨ The search for Wicklow’s next stars starts here.

🌟 SOMETHING BIG IS COMING TO WICKLOW… 🌟

For the very first time, Stars of Wicklow is searching for the county’s most talented performers.

This is your chance to perform under the lights, entertain a live audience and compete to become the First Ever Stars of Wicklow Champion.

🏆 The first champion.
⭐ The first name on the trophy.
✨ The first to make history.

🎤 Junior Showcase (Ages 8–17)

🏆 Win €250 Cash + an Amazing Sponsorship Package

🎭 Adult Showcase (18+)

🏆 Win €1,000 Cash Prize

We’re looking for singers, dancers, musicians, bands, choirs, comedians, magicians, variety acts and unique talent from across County Wicklow.

⭐ If you’ve got a talent, this is your moment.

📲 Register your interest today by completing our short form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJkfENsWXf5v0N_sECsuOrKhAj0Dig5lr3_A7h4K-hIlVZDw/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Be among the first to receive audition details, competition updates and exclusive announcements before applications officially open.

⭐ Make History. Take Centre Stage. ⭐

✨ Best of luck to our amazing Studio 55 students who are spending the week at the AIMS Youth Workshop in Thurles! 🎭

Seven of our talented performers are taking part in an exciting week of intensive musical theatre training, learning from industry professionals and collaborating with young performers from across the country.

Opportunities like this help build confidence, develop skills and create friendships that last a lifetime.

Have the most incredible week— we can’t wait to hear all about it! 🤩✨

✨💛 DOUBLE FINALISTS – GOLDEN DANCE AWARDS IRELAND 2026 💛✨

I am absolutely thrilled to share that Studio 55 Academy of Dance has received its first-ever nominations from the Golden Dance Awards Ireland — and we have been named finalists in not one, but TWO categories! 🎉

🏆 Dance for Wellbeing
🏆 Community Engagement

These nominations are incredibly meaningful because they recognise the values that have always been at the heart of Studio 55. 💛

When I founded Studio 55, my vision was about so much more than teaching dance. It was about creating a space where people feel welcome, supported, valued, and connected. 🤗✨

We don’t have elite teams or competition squads. At Studio 55, every dancer matters. Whether someone joins us to build confidence, make friends, improve their wellbeing, work on technique, perform on stage, or simply enjoy dancing, they belong here and are equally important. 🌟

To see those values and that vision recognised on a national stage is incredibly special and something I am so proud of. Dance has the power to build confidence, improve wellbeing, create friendships, and bring communities together — and that is what Studio 55 has always been about. 💃🕺❤️

A special thank you to Natasha Byrne, whose dedication, passion, and support help make Studio 55 the wonderful community it is today. 🌟

We are so excited to attend the Golden Dance Awards Ireland ceremony in September and celebrate alongside dance teachers and studios from across the country. 🇮🇪✨

Thank you, Golden Dance Awards Ireland, for this incredible honour.

🎭✨ SUMMER WORKSHOPS & CAMPS ARE HERE AT STUDIO 55! ✨💃

Get ready for an unforgettable summer filled with dance, creativity, performance, confidence-building, and fun! Whether your child dreams of the West End stage, loves movie magic, or wants to dance their heart out, we have something for everyone.

🎭 Musical Theatre Dance Workshop Series (Ages 13–18)
📅 Mondays - 6th, 13th & 20th July
⏰ 7:00pm – 9:00pm
💰 €15 per week

Experience the magic of Broadway and the West End with choreography inspired by Moulin Rouge, Hamilton, Chicago, and & Juliet. Perfect for teens who love musical theatre, dance, acting, and performance.

🩷 Non-Stop Dance Camp (Ages 8–12)
📅 14th – 17th July
⏰ 12:00pm – 3:30pm Daily
💰 €100 per child

Four days of Musical Theatre, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tap, Lyrical, Drama Workshops, songs, routines, games, and endless fun! A fantastic opportunity to explore different dance styles, make new friends, and build confidence.

👑 King of Pop Dance Workshop (Ages 10–16)
📅 13th & 14th August
⏰ 12:00pm – 3:00pm
💰 €50

Celebrate the music and legacy of Michael Jackson by learning choreography inspired by iconic hits including Billie Jean, Beat It, Thriller, Smooth Criminal, Bad, Black or White, and more!

🎬 Movie Magic Summer Dance Camp (Ages 6–9)
📅 18th – 21st August
⏰ 11:00am – 2:00pm Daily
💰 €85 per child

A magical movie-themed camp where every day is a new adventure! Dance, create, imagine, and perform while exploring themes inspired by favourites such as Inside Out 2, Toy Story, Moana, Lilo & Stitch, Encanto, Wicked, Trolls, Descendants, and Zombies.

🎟️ Limited spaces available across all camps and workshops!

📱 Book now via WhatsApp: 083 828 2833

💛 Let’s Dance, Perform & Shine this Summer at Studio 55! 💛

🎬✨ STUDIO 55 PRESENTS ✨🎬

🌟 MOVIE MAGIC SUMMER DANCE CAMP 🌟

Get ready for a magical adventure filled with dance, creativity, friendship, and fun as we step into the worlds of your favourite movies!

Throughout the week, dancers will explore a variety of dance styles including jazz, musical theatre, lyrical, commercial, and performance-based choreography. Campers will develop technique, coordination, musicality, confidence, and stage presence while learning exciting routines inspired by beloved movie characters and stories.

💙 Inside Out
🤠 Toy Story
🌊 Moana
🌺 Lilo & Stitch
🌸 Encanto
💚 Wicked
🌈 Trolls
❤️ Descendants
🧟 Zombies

Alongside daily dance classes, dancers will enjoy themed games, creative crafts, dress-up fun, team-building activities, and plenty of movie magic throughout the week!

📅 18th–21st of August
🕚 11:00am–2:00pm Daily
👧 Ages 6-9
💰 €85 per child
📍 Studio 55

🎭 Under the direction of Martina Lynch & Natasha Byrne

🎟 Limited spaces available – early booking is advised!

Whatsapp 083 8282833 to book in.

Let your imagination soar and join us for the ultimate Movie Magic experience this summer! 🌟