Booking information

How can I book JID?

To book JID’s performance group for a festival, fundraiser, school or church event – or any other occasion – email maggie@jacksonirishdancers.org or call (601) 291-3378. In addition to a dance performance and a brief discussion about the history and context of Irish dancing, we can arrange for musicians to accompany us and provide live music and songs, if you would like. We also want to get you up and dancing, so ask us about workshops, audience-participation dances, and calling for céilí for your group of four to 400. It’s a great icebreaker for your event, a fun and educational cultural experience for kids and adults, and a way to involve everyone, whether a large or small group.

What does JID need to perform?

We need a flat, level, and stable dance floor or stage, meaning an area of at least 12’ x 12’. We prefer wood or a similarly “forgiving” surface – hard surfaces like concrete and linoleum tend to cause shin splints and carpet isn’t ideal – but we can work with what you’ve got, within reason. We prefer to dance to live music, which adds a lot to our performance. We are happy to help arrange for a band. If that’s not possible, we’ll use a Bluetooth speaker or your sound system.

When to book JID?

Our group is comprised mainly of full-time students and adults with day jobs, so it’s easier for us to put together a performance on weekends and in the evenings. We have very limited availability during business hours, so please give us as much advance notice as you can if you would like JID to perform then. Booking inquiries can be made at any time.

What does JID cost?

JID is a non-profit, and the money we make from performances goes into the group’s fund to pay for visiting instructors, publicity, and other expenses, as well as to support Irish dance and music in the Jackson area. Our fees are somewhat flexible, depending on how many dancers can attend and depending on the size of your event, and what you want out of the performance. As a general guideline, we typically charge non-profit groups $100 for a half-hour performance. If you’re not a non-profit, a typical fee is $200 for a half-hour performance. Additional fees may apply when we have live musicians, for longer performances, and for out-of-town trips. All that said, the whole point here is to dance, so don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss your event and see if we can make something work. Can’t wait to see you on the dance floor!