dvd - Riverdance
Riverdance is a theatrical show that combines traditional Irish music and dance. It originated as a seven-minute performance during the interval of the Eurovision Song Contest 1994 in Dublin, featuring music composed by Bill Whelan and dancers Michael Flatley and Jean Butler. Due to its immense success, it was expanded into a full-length show, premiering on February 9, 1995, at the Point Theatre in Dublin. Since then, Riverdance has become an international phenomenon, with over 15,000 performances in 49 countries across six continents, seen live by more than 30 million people. The show is renowned for its energetic choreography and unique blend of Irish culture with modern elements.