Annie Hurley Morrison, T.C.R.G.
Originally from Rockville, Maryland, Annie began Irish
Dancing at the age of 5 under the instruction of Margaret
Prendergast, T.C.R.G. in Gaithersburg, MD. Growing up in
the Prendergast School of Irish Dancing, she became a
regional, national, and world championship qualifier in Irish
Dance.
Annie is a certified member of An Coimisiún le Rincí
Gaelacha. She achieved her T.C.R.G. certification in
October, 2004. The Hurley School of Irish Dance opened in
September, 2006.
Annie is a recent graduate of the University of Maryland
School of Nursing, Class of 2006. When she is not dancing,
she works as a Cardiothoracic Intesive Care Registered
Nurse.
Mission
The Hurley School of Irish Dance shares with both children and adults the extraordinary culture of traditional Irish dancing. Along with the
experience of learning Irish dance technique, students within The Hurley School will gain rich friendships, amazing opportunities to travel
and compete, and significant life skills such as leadership and confidence. Through a competitive teaching style and much enthusiasm,
Annie Hurley strives to encourage every dancer to work to their potential as well as to enjoy all aspects of Irish dancing.
Annie Hurley Morrison, T.C.R.G.
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Achievements
2006
The Hurley School of Irish Dance
2004
T.C.R.G., An Coimisiún le Rincí Gaelacha
1998-present
Various live performances as a Champion Irish Dancer in the
Metropolitan Area including:
-The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington DC
-National Geographic Museum, Washington DC
-The Birchmere Theatre, Arlington VA
-Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts, Vienna VA
-Gaston Hall, Georgetown University, Washington DC
-Augusta Heritage Center, Davis and Elkins College, WV
-St. Peter's Church, St. Patrick's Day Celebration, Washington DC
Performances have included various live musicians such as Billy
McComiskey, Eliot Grasso, Zan McCleod, Myron Bretholz, Brendan
Mulvihill, Mick Moloney, Natalie Macmaster, Liz Carroll
1996-2004
Regional, National, and World Championship Qualifier/Participant
1997
Southern Region Irish Dance Championship Title
St. Petersburg, Florida - Under 14 Age Group
1994
Regional and National Championship Qualifier/Participant