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Riverdance
Since Riverdance first emerged onto the world stage, its fusion of Irish and international dance and music has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.
The Grammy award-winning music and the infectious energy of its mesmerising choreography and breathtaking performances has left audiences in awe.
To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance will embark on a special anniversary tour in 2025, bringing its magic to audiences around the world.
This spectacular production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics.
And for the first time Riverdance welcomes ‘The New Generation’ of performers, all of whom were not born when the show began 30 years ago.
Do not miss your chance to see the global cultural sensation and book your tickets now!
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Our review on Riverdance
Riverdance - Opera House, Manchester - Sunday 24th August 2025 by Erin Whatmough
Our Rating
This is a bit of a different review for me, because it isn’t your typical theatre show- it’s the 30 year anniversary of a dance phenomenon that has been gracing our stages year after year. It combines song, dance and live music to tell the story of a group of dancers coming to terms with the world and themselves. I loved every second I was in that theatre; I could’ve watched their dancing for hours!
To start, the music was other-worldly. All musicians were clearly masters of their instrument, playing every piece with skill and grace. I loved the fact that all music was performed live on stage, where the whole audience could observe the musicians. Haley Richardson played the fiddle with superior expertise, alongside Emma McPhilemy who played the saxophone. Also accompanying them was Cathal Croke, who played the Uilleann Pipes masterfully. I have to applaud Guy Rickarby, who is an incredible percussionist, impressing me more and more with every song.
A big part of Riverdance is without a doubt the costumes. Joan Bergin utterly outdid herself, presenting elegance and style through the costumes worn by the dancers and musicians. While some costumes were humble and colourful, others were full of glitz and glamour. I particularly loved the dresses that Alba Dusmet wore during her Latin dance routines. Along with her powerful movements, the dresses elevated her performance and hypnotised me.
Now onto the dancing, the main part of the show. All dancers were mesmerising, and the show wouldn’t have been what it was without lead dancers Keiran Bryant, William Bryant, Keeva Corry, Kellie Morris and Olivia Nachtigal. All were perfectly rehearsed, bringing lots of energy and confidence to the stage. These were backed by the Irish Dance Troupe, made up of Rachel Cummins, Moya Fahy, Francis Fallon, Samantha Fellling, Sarah Gaughran, Ronan Kelly, Lara Magee, Jordan McCormick and Emily Jade McFadden, all of whom were talented, sophisticated dancers. Someone else I have to compliment is Kenji Igus. Although he may not have had the most stage time, he blew me away. His enthusiasm and incredible facial expressions kept me focused on him for every beat. He is wildly talented, and is one of the few people I’ve ever seen pull off skinny jeans.
Every single one of these performers have clearly put in massive amounts of effort, but genuinely enjoyed themselves on the stage. Their movements told stories that were spectacular to watch and loved by the whole audience. Riverdance is moving, poetic, and sophisticated, and I thoroughly enjoyed every moment. I could never get bored of watching those skilled and dedicated dancers, and I encourage you to see it whilst you still can!
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