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HOW CAN I GET STARTED?

You can start as a child or as an adult - do not be put off if you are older. Dancing is to be enjoyed by every age: aspects of Irish Dance are suitable to all ages and ability. It can be enjoyable and sociable. If you wish to find a teacher or class in your area, contact An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha telephone 00353 1 4752 220 or e-mail clrg@eircom.net or www.clrg.ie

WHAT DO I NEED?

It is usual to wear comfortable clothing and footwear but your teacher will
give you specific advice.

HOW MUCH PRACTISE IS REQUIRED?

This depends on your aim and level. It will vary according to each individual¹s ability, age and ambition and specific advice will be provided as you progress.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SHOW DANCING AND TRADITIONAL IRISH
DANCING?
In traditional Irish Dancing, the upper body remains straight and still with the arms by your side. Show dancing is an accelerated version of traditional dancing. It incorporates upper body and arm movements, which express your feeling of the music and rhythm.

HOW DID LORD OF THE DANCE BEGIN?
After his departure from RIVERDANCE, MICHAEL FLATLEY decided to create his
own show, which he called LORD OF THE DANCE. He invited me to work on his
new show with him - which was a brilliant experience for me.

WHEN AND WHERE DID LORD OF THE DANCE FIRST OPEN?
28th June 1996 at the Point, Dublin