vibrant, raw, enchanting & uplifting.
Fidget Feet is the leading aerial dance theatre in Ireland. Producing original shows that create impact in terms of visual scale, agility and emotional engagement.
Fidget Feet is the national company for aerial arts in Ireland. We create and tour a wide range of original aerial shows across Ireland and internationally. These shows invoke a sacred energy, connecting hearts across the globe. Creativity is at the source of every element of what we do, and we deliver compelling, engaging work. We pursue a vision that is artist-led.
As the leaders in aerial arts, we continue to develop a healthy infrastructure for the aerial arts sector in Ireland. We offer a vibrant program of aerial training running the Irish Aerial Dance Festival in Donegal, opening the Irish Aerial Creation Centre in Limerick, as artist in residence at Irish World Academy of Music and Dance in University of Limerick and through a range of public engagement projects alongside our shows.
We continue to develop our award-winning commercial work. We bring our artistic flair to any event, transforming the client’s ideas into memorable experiences with our renowned creativity at the heart of all our work.
We are funded by the Arts Council of Ireland
Irish Aerial Dance Festival July 2026
Our 17th year
July 13th – 25th 2026
Jumpstart Residency
2026/2027
Winner Announced
isFidget Feet is delighted to hear that Em Murphy is the recipient of the prestigious JumpStart Residency 2026/27.
The JumpStart Residency is a two-year national programme dedicated to supporting emerging aerial dance artists in Ireland. Developed in partnership with leading festivals including Cairde Sligo, Earagail Arts Festival, and the Irish Aerial Dance Festival, the residency provides a unique platform for artistic development, mentorship, and the creation of new work.
Throughout the residency, Em Murphy engaged in intensive training, collaborative opportunities, and the development of an original aerial performance, culminating in the presentation across multiple festival stages nationwide.
Fidget Feet is proud to support the next generation of aerial artists and looks forward to working closely with Em as they develop their voice and vision within contemporary aerial dance.
Save the date
23rd August, 2026
8pm
Titanic Slipways
Get ready for a spectacular twilight celebration to mark 20 years of Mela. With music, dance, dramatic aerial performances and fiery pyrotechnics