JIG is the remarkable story of the fortieth Irish Dancing World Championships, held in March 2010 in Glasgow. Three thousand dancers, their families and teachers from around the globe descend upon Glasgow for one drama filled week. Clad in wigs, make up, fake tan, diamantes and dresses costing thousands of pounds they compete for the coveted world titles.
Starring:
Brogan McCay
Julia O Rourke
Joe Bitter
John Carey
Studio: Screen Media
Filmed: 2010 - Released: 2011
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