Beyond Competition - Softcover

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Craig Ashurst began dancing in his hometown of Melbourne, Australia, at the age of 5. By the end of his competitive career, he held 10 Regional titles and 9 Australian titles in addition to winning the All Ireland Championships, British Nationals, Great Britains, and North American National Championships. Craig placed 2nd in the World Championships three times, and won his All Ireland title under the direction of the prestigious Danny Doherty Academy in England. Upon making the switch to a professional career, Craig danced alongside Michael Flatley during the filming of the Lord of the Dance 3D movie. Craig performed as a principal dancer in Riverdance for most of his six and a half years on tour with the company, including on the stage of Radio City Music Hall in New York, NY. He also made multiple TV appearances with the show, including on the TODAY show and the Late Late Show with James Corden. Craig has also toured North America and Europe with Celtic Woman as its feature dancer. He can be seen on the PBS special and DVD titled, “Emerald.” Craig has also performed with the Trinity Irish Dance Company, instructed at Camp Rince Ceol Irish Dance Summer Camp, and completed other workshops and choreography opportunities around the world. In 2010, Craig passed his T.C.R.G. exam with honors, which certifies him to teach Irish dancing with An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha.