siamsoir...
...The Performance Irish Dance Specialists
Information on our events and shows 
Siamsoir are an exciting addition to any event.
We have performed-
on catwalks
in aircraft hangers
theatres
five star hotels
Edinburgh Festival Fringe venues
The Royal Mile, Edinburgh
tiny pubs
huge international Festival stages
and so much more!
Any event, space and theme catered for.
Simply Siamsoir... Simply Entertainment
Our tailor made programmes ensure that you get exactly what you want for your special occasion.
We work with you to create a performance that will delight and impress your guests and we are happy to choreograph to your own choice of music.
E-mail info@siamsoir.co.uk to make your booking.
Upcoming Events:
Wednesday 21st June 2012 - 9th August Irish Dance Summer School
Monday 30th July 2012 - Exciting Siamsoir Troupe event, news coming soon...
Sunday 6th August 2012 - Free Children's Taster session 12.00pm 4yr+ and 12.45pm 8yr+
Wednesday 16th August 2012 - Irish Dance Academy resumes
Friday 28th September 2012 - Performance Troupe Auditions
Saturday 29th September 2012 - Private Event at The Caves, Edinburgh
Friday 4th November 2012- Private Event
Saturday 5th November 2012 - Private Event
Sunday 9th December 2012 - Siamsoir Christmas Ball
Saturday 16th March 2013 - Celtic Celebrations 2013 at The Jam House.
Sunday 2nd June 2013 - Monday 5th August 2013 - Summer School Week
Monday 5th August 2013 - Sunday 11th August 2013 Tour of Scotland
Previous Shows:
This is the third Performance Irish Dance theatre production created by Jennifer Hogan for Siamsoir.
The Prophecy is gently inspired by W. B Yeats’ poem ‘The Changeling’ which tells the tale of the faeries stealing children away to live with them in Tir Na’ Og.
Set in 1920's Edinburgh and delving into the mythical land of the Isle of Shadow, the 'stolen child', Aoife, is taken by the Queen of the Faeries, Erin, to complete a prophecy in their world;
A stranger stolen from a mortal land
Must bring together the warring clans
Be warned that time will disappear
And leave that stranger ever here!
Now in this magical land Aoife must fulfill the prophecy by leading the Star people to unite with the dangerous Shadow people led by Queen Vala and King Aidan, before time runs out.
Theatre and Performance Irish Dance at their best; prepare to be transported by enigmatic Irish dance to other realities where faeries and magic rule and warring clans clash.
4 Star reviews from Broadway Baby
Previous Theatrical Shows performed by Siamsoir:
The plot of Celtic Caledonia is based on the 7th century battle between the Picts and the Gaels in Scotland, and features a few historical figures alongside the fictional.
When all the magic has died in the land of Eire (Ireland), the Celts abandon their barren home and take to the seas. They arrive on the shores of Caledonia with the promise of a new life, only to encounter the Pictish clans already in residence.
Threatened by the new arrivals, the Picts are forced to summon ancient mystical forces in order to protect their land and their culture.
In addition to the two ancestral tribes, two very different styles of dance share the stage. The Celts are performance Irish Dancers and in contrast, the Picts were choreographed in the Contemporary genre, characterised by its fluidity and horizontal energy.
The pinnacle of this unusual blend lies in the stirring scenes of intermingling and interchanging steps, reminiscent of the company’s previous Fringe performance Battle for Eire.
Some images of the performers taken by Adam Levy:
http://adamlevy.zenfolio.com/caledonia
Battle for Eire, Siamsoir's first original full-length show, premiered in May of 2007 and appeared at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe that summer.
Erin, the leader of the villagers of Nareena (brought to life through Irish Dance) signs her life away to the Faery kingdom in return for the protection of her friends from their enemies the Keltons (portrayed by contemporary dancers). She is transported to their kingdom and joins forces with the Faeries to battle with the villagers against the Keltons.
Joined on stage by Shybairn an exciting and vibrant Celtic band, 'Battle for Eire' delights audiences with incredible music and compelling dance.
Past Events
July 1st 2012 - The Big Dance, Castle Street, Edinburgh
June 29th 2012 - James Bond Ball, Guest performers. Haddington.
June14th 2012: The Tapas Tree special event. Headline Act, Leith
May 26th 2012: Siamsoir Academy Annual Showcase, The Halls, Leith
May 12th 2012 - Trinity Primary School. Workshops and Taster session.
April 14th 2012: Private event, Balbirnie House Hotel.
March 19th 2012: Duddingston Care. A Special St Patrick's Day performance
March 17th 2012: 'Celtic Celebrations 2012' at the Jam House
March 16th 2012 EUMDS Dance Show - Guest Performers
August 14th 2011: The Prophecy at The Edinburgh Festival Fringe
July 7th 2011: Five Day Beltaine Festival Tour, Aviles, Spain
June 10th 2011: open air Leith Festival performance, Leith
May 29th 2011: Annual Siamsoir Showcase, The Halls, Edinburgh
April 12th 2011: VisitScotland Event, The Old Course Hotel, St Andrews
April 15th 2011: Wedding, Mansefield Traquair, Edinburgh
March 17th 2011: SOLD OUT Celtic Celebrations, The Voodoo Rooms Ballroom, Edinburgh
March 9th 2011: EUMDS Guest Performers, Edinburgh
March 11th and 12th 2011: Pleasance Dance Show, Edinburgh
February 19th 2011: EUMDS Dance Competition, Edinburgh
November 9th, 2010: Invitation to audition for Britain's Got Talent, Glasgow
November 7th, 2010: Entertainment for www.itsgood2give.co.uk Fashion show catwalk, Edinburgh.
October 23rd, 2010: 'Siamsoir Street dancing' busking session, Edinburgh
October 21st, 2010: 'The Prophecy' casting session, Edinburgh
October 17th, 2010: Open to the community Taster sessions, Edinburgh
September 30, 2010: Troupe Auditions, Edinburgh
March 17, 2010: Celtic Celebrations, Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh: Hosts
March 17, 2010: Edinburgh University Union St Patricks Day Celebration
March 18-20, 2010: Guest Performers, Pleasance Theatre, Edinburgh
March 2010: Guest Performers, Edinburgh University Modern Dance Society
April 10, 2010: Richmond Wedding, Glasgow
February 4, 2010: St Andrews Academy, Paisley, Fashion Show
August 5-15, 2009: 'Celtic Caledonia' at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, C Venues, Edinburgh
August 13, 2009: 'Celtic Caledonia' The Birnam Institute
April 8, 2009: On the Rocks Festival, St Andrews
March 2009: Carroll Wedding, Dundee
March 2009: Edinburgh's Got Talent, ‘Best Dance Group’, Edinburgh
March 17, 2009: St Patrick's Day Pub Tour, Edinburgh
March 24, 2009: Edinburgh University Modern Dance Society, Guest Performers, Edinburgh
February 20, 2009: St Salvator’s Ball, St Andrews
April 17, 2008: The University Geo Ball, The Golf Hotel, St. Andrews
March 17, 2008: St. Patrick's Day Pub Tour, St. Andrews
January 26, 2008: Burns Reloaded, Edinburgh Corn Exchange
August 19-27, 2007: 'Battle for Eire' at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, C Venues, Edinburgh
May 5-6, 2007: 'Battle for Eire' premiere, St. Leonard’s School, St. Andrews
March 17, 2007: St. Patrick's Day Pub Tour, St. Andrews
November 26, 2006: Athletic Union Ball, The Bay Hotel, St. Andrews
September 22, 2006: Pagan Osborne Charity Ceilidh, The Craw's Nest, Anstruther
April 29, 2006: St. Andrews Arts Showcase, The Byre Theatre
April 23, 2006: Don't Walk Charity Fashion Show, RAF Leuchars
April 23, 2006: ICE Charity Multicultural Event, St. Andrews Student Union
April 21, 2006: The Golf Ball, The Scores Hotel, St. Andrews
March 17, 2006: St. Patrick's Day Pub Tour, St. Andrews
February 24, 2006: Company Launch, The Byre Theatre, St. Andrews
December 18th 2005: First Company meeting, The Oak Rooms, St Andrews