Displayed below are our School Dresses, t-shirt, required shoes, music and accessories.
Also listed are previously owned items from other McGrath Academy dancers. If you see an item below that you would like to purchase, send an e-mail to the seller listed next to the item. If you wish to list one of your own items for sale, feel free to send the item name, size, current condition, asking price and contact information to Paul.

By listing on this board, seller agrees to inform us when their items are sold so they can be removed. Thank you!

 

Updated November 21st

Shoes for Sale

Item
Description
Seller
Soft Shoes

Fay's ghillies size 11M with suede bottoms and cushioned insoles, worn very little and in almost new condition (only had them since the Nations Capitol Feis) - asking $35

Mike & Sandi: graves4hef@verizon.net

703-791-4418

Antonio Pacelli Ghillies, size 13 ½, good used condition - $20

Rutherford - size 3 & size 6 1/2, look hardly worn - $15 per pair

Lisa: 081mail@comcast.net

Antonio Pacelli Ghillie - size 3 ½, excellent condition (barely used) asking $45

Antonio Pacelli Ghillie - size 1.5 (Europe), asking $25
Rutherford Ghillie - adult size 9, $12
Ghillie - size 5, $35 o.b.o.
Boy's Reel Shoes
Antonio Pacelli - size 2.5, $30
Capezio - size 7.5 adult, like new, $60 shipped
Capezio - size 9 adult, like new, $60 shipped
Hard Shoes
Fays Hard shoes with black suede soles - size 5 - very good condition - asking $75
Kimberly: ksbixby@msn.com

Inishfree Deluxe, Size 2 (Europe), asking $45

Footlight's Hardshoes size 3 1/2 (Europe)  Very good condition.   $75 obo

Sharon: sme928@comcast.net

301-829-6161

Belfast Panther hardshoes size 3 1/2 U.K. tips are filed down so they are smaller than the ones pictured on the website

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Costumes for Sale
Item
Description
Seller

Jumpers

size 8 school jumper with bloomers, headband, and  yellow Peterpan blouse (blouse is size 7) - for sale together.  This school jumper was made by the seamstress who embellished with crystals and lovely embroidery.  Condition excellent.  Asking $75.00

Michelle: kh8768@comcast.net

703-754-8768

child size 10 and child size 6, both include blouse, bloomer and headband both in great condition. asking $100 each

Kelly: kalagore@yahoo.com

540-720-6160

child size 4-5, comes with blouse, bloomers, shawl and headband, like new condition - $75/best offer

Erin: erinstamets@yahoo.com

301-217-0321

Girls Size 7, in good condition, includes Shawl, Headband, Bloomers and Blouse

Tim: oregonhill33@aol.com

(804) 399-4696

Size 12
with size 12 Blouse, Bloomers, Shawl & Headband

Great condition - $120 shipped

Leslie: d_eason@bellsouth.net

(770) 921-2825 (Georgia)

Full Costumes
Size 8 - 10
with Bloomers, Cape & Crown - $285
Solo Dresses

'Keneally's solo dress' Comes with bloomers, crown and extra sequins. Good condition - price $475.

Nancy : phelanj83@hotmail.com

Blue cotton shirt to fit approx boys size 8. Great condition. $25

Boy's Wear


Displayed below are items that members of our School family are in need of.

Please contact the interested party if you are able to help!


By listing on this board, buyer agrees to inform us when their items are found so they can be removed. Thank you!

Wanted
 

Item

Description
Full Costume in a “tween” size 12, 14 or even 16

Donna: dart-hanley@comcast.net (301) 865-0459

Full Dress size 12 or higher

Sharon : sme928@comcast.net 301-829-6161
Jumper Size 8
Libby : libby@gmiarc.com (301) 540-1989
Solo Dress Solo dress for Champion dancer, Teen/Women's size 6
Katherine : conrfam@aol.com

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McGrath Academy School Uniforms

Girls



The Full Costume

(Left)

A custom fit, impeccably tailored full dress, loaded with rhinestones and custom embroidery. Comes with full embroidered shawl, tiara style headband, interior mesh lined "wicking" bodice, and custom venting behind the shawl.

This dress is available to girls of all ages and levels.

Contact us for price and order forms.




The Beginner Jumper
(Right)

An adorable custom sleeveless dress in the McGrath school colors. Adorned with rhinestones and custom embroidery.Comes with embroiderd shawl, bloomers and headband.

This dress is available only to girls under 12. Blouse available separately.

Contact us for price and order forms.




School Logo Dress & Accessory Bags

Kelso Custom Covers is the provider of McGrath Academy dress bags, heavy duffle bags, wig holder bags and shoe / accessory bags.

The McGrath Academy bags are black and include the school logo embroidered in blue and yellow. The dancer can also personalize the bag with their name.

Please visit Kelso Custom Covers to view the varying bag options.

McGrath Academy dancers should place all orders directly with Kelso Custom Covers by phone at (714) 827-7527 and mention the McGrath Academy to receive a special 10% discount per order!


Boys



The Boys' Costume
Custom tailored long sleeve turquoise dress shirt,
tailored black pants and black neck tie with custom embroidered yellow Trinity knot.

Contact us for price and order forms.
Please visit Kelso Custom Covers to view the garment
and shoe bag options for boys and men. Don't forget
to mention the McGrath Academy for your 10%
discount!

 

 

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Accessories
Wigs
Below are the recommended style wigs. Short lengths and tight 'pipe curls'.
The Megan's or Grainne from Youngblood Haircutters or The Erin from Irish Dance Shop.
Please discuss your decision with an instructor before the final purchase.
The Megan Double MeganThe GrainneThe Erin
 
'Poodle socks'
Bumpy knee-high sock for girls competition and performances.

Sock glue
Keep your socks off your ankles!


Hanes 50/50 cotton poly blend. Contact your instructor for price and order forms.
Recommend Practice CDs

'One More Time' - Various Artists
'Three Score & Ten' - Pat King
'It's About Time' - Tony Nother'
'Tempo II' - Brian Glynn
' First Step' - Chris McLaughlin
'Step This Way' - David Lindquist

 
Dance Shoes

 

 

The Ghillie (girls soft shoe) - A true Irish Ghillie will have four or more side loops (Scottish versions typically only have three).
The Soles
- these can vary from the very basic thick leather sole to the loaded 'black suede flexi-split-cushioned soles'.
Prices range from $30 - $65

**We highly recommend the Fays 'Celtic Choice Dance Pumps' girls soft shoe**

www.fayshoes.com

 

The Jig (Hard) shoe - for boys and girls
The Tips and Heels - materials range from basic fiberglass to more expensive composites.
The Soles - these vary from a basic one piece thick leather sole to the fully loaded 'black-suede, flexi, cushioned, split-soles'.
Dancers should choose the one best suited to dancing style and... budget!
Prices range from $110 - $180

**We highly recommend the Fays hard shoes (grey or black suede sole)**

www.fayshoes.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Reel shoe (boys soft shoe)
A Capezio jazz style shoe with a dense wood or fiberglass heel. Prices range from $50 - $115

 
Seamstress
The following seamstress is highly recommended by McGrath Academy, please tell them we sent you!

TANG's Alterations
8669 Sudley Road
Manassas, VA 20110
703-393-8458
www.tangsalterations.com

McGrath Seamstress, Tahira
3347 Esquarre Court
Woodbridge, VA 22193
703-583-1319
 tahirasarah@yahoo.com

McGrath Ebroiderer, Anne Marie Brandow
6849 Creek Crest Way
Springfield, VA 22150
703-455-0863
 abrandow@cox.net

Irish Dance Music & more...

Brand Name Dance Shoes

Fays Shoes
Rutherford Shoes
Corr's Irish Shoes
Antonio Pacelli
Talbot Dance Center

Northern Virginia Irish Shops
Let each establishment know you are with the McGrath Academy!

The Irish Walk
415 King Street, Alexandria, VA (703) 548-0118

- Carries Antonio Pacelli Shoes & Dance Music (call for prices). The Scoti
43 Main Street # 2, Warrenton, VA 20186 (540) 351-0309.
- Carries Rutherford Shoes & music (call for prices).

The Irish Collection
125 Mill Street, Occoquan, VA (703) 492-9383
102 W Washington Street, Middleburg, VA 20118 (540) 687-3933
- Carries Rutherford Shoes & Music (call for prices).

Rathuil - All Things Irish
236 East Davis Street, Culpeper, VA (540) 829-6448

Irish Eyes
725 Caroline Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 (540) 373-0703

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updated November 24, 2008
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The McGrath Academy of Irish Dance is an accredited school with An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha in Dublin, Ireland and is a member of the Irish Dance Teachers Association of North America and IDTANA Southern Region, Inc. mcgrath academy of irish dance mcgrath academy of irish dance mcgarth iirsh river dance lord of the dance traditional irish dance championships championship dancing dances competition ghillies hard shoes dance shoes ghillie hard shoe dance shoe celtic ireland