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1996103 minNot Rateddocumentary

7.1/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB

Riverdance: The New Show

1996103 minNot Rateddocumentary

7.1/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB

Michael Flatley and Jean Butler lead the Riverdance Irish Dance Company in a performance that fuses traditional Irish dance with modern influences and diverse musical styles.

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Michael Flatley and Jean Butler lead the Riverdance Irish Dance Company in a performance that fuses traditional Irish dance with modern influences and diverse musical styles.

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John McColgandirector

Jean Butler

Jean Butlercast

Colin Dunnecast

María Pagés

María Pagéscast

Katie McMahoncast

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Michael Flatley and Jean Butler lead the Riverdance Irish Dance Company in a performance that blends traditional Irish dance with modern influences. The show features choreography rooted in Celtic folk traditions, accompanied by music from the Riverdance Orchestra. Davy Spillane plays an unusual instrument that resembles a bagpipe, adding to the unique sound. The performance runs for 70 minutes and includes elements of American gospel and Spanish flamenco. Audiences respond with enthusiastic applause and foot-stomping during curtain calls.

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