The Loft
Ballet Company
A new home for classical and contemporary ballet in Ireland — bridging the gap between recreational classes and professional performance.
Based at The Loft Dance Studio in Dún Laoghaire, our founding company of 26 adult dancers trains and rehearses around their working lives to present ambitious, high-quality stage productions.
Don Quixote Suite
& Thirteen
Adult €15 | Child Under 12 €10 · General Admission
Featuring excerpts from the beloved classical ballet Don Quixote, alongside Thirteen, an original contemporary work inspired by the first six prime numbers.
Bridging technique, teamwork & performance.
Founded by Artistic Directors Fernando Palma and Ríonach O’Neill, The Loft Ballet Company gives committed adult dancers the discipline and thrill of performing in a full-scale company environment.
We focus on creating productions audiences genuinely want to watch, giving dancers high-level artistic opportunities while enriching the cultural life of Dún Laoghaire and the wider Dublin community.
Help bring independent ballet to life.
Founding Sponsorship
Partner with us for our December 2026 inaugural season at Theatre at dlr LexIcon. Reach up to 300 theatre-goers and align your brand with new cultural growth in Dún Laoghaire.
Become a Founding PartnerPointe Shoe Appeal
Pointe shoes wear out rapidly through intensive rehearsal and stage performance. Your contribution directly assists our dancers with essential gear.
Donate to Pointe Shoe AppealFriends of The Loft
Individuals can support from €25 and receive acknowledgement in our inaugural printed souvenir programme.
Become a Friend@theloft_balletcompany
Follow our dancers through rehearsals, costume fittings, and behind-the-scenes preparations for our December 2026 debut.
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