Alasdair Spencer
Age: 19
Bit of background, where you live, what you do for a living.
I live in Rugby and I am a professional Irish dancer.
Since I left school I have been touring the world with different Irish dance shows such as Lord of the Dance and Riverdance from America to Asia and all around Europe.
When were you at Princethorpe - years from and to?
2005-2012
How did Princethorpe affect the person you are today?
I matured a lot during my time there. I think that Princethorpe taught me to be a better person that would help anyone in need and be good to people just because it's the right thing to do.
What advice would you give to your teenage self?
Don't stress about exams and enjoy your time at school. Getting good grades isn't the be all and end all in this world!
Who or what has been the greatest influence on your life?
My mum. She has been the constant driving force behind everything her children do and is the reason I am able to travel the world as a dancer. If she hadn't dragged me to dance classes and competitions when I was younger I doubt I would have kept it up.
What keeps you awake at night?
Nothing, I sleep like a baby.
What has been your proudest moment/greatest achievement so far?
When I realised how far Irish dancing had taken me, that was my proudest moment. Not many people can say they were paid to travel around China because of a hobby they started doing when they were 10.
What’s your biggest indulgence?
Splashing out on something expensive after saving up while I was away on tour!
If you had to have one last meal, what would it be?
Bacon cheeseburger and a beer.
What is your favourite TV Show and why?
Top Gear. There are just so many nice cars and Clarkson, Hammond and May are hilarious.*
If you could be anywhere right now, where would it be and who would be with you?
I would have to say anywhere in the US (I would love to go back to Huntington Beach, California) and I would have to be with my girlfriend Brigid.
Lasting memories of Princethorpe:
Summer afternoons sat outside the Sixth Form Centre during free periods just chilling and the class of 2012's last day! I will remember that one for the rest of my life. We went crazy!
