Tradition meets modernity in Through Irish Eyes – an inspiring new music and dance show from Anglo-Irish Productions coming to Belfast in September.
Award-winning dancer/choreographer Kevin Goble and acclaimed singer/songwriter Barry Tierney have toured the world, introducing global audiences to Ireland’s life-affirming music and dance. Now, for the first time, they combine their talents to create a brand new show which showcases the genre’s many styles in a fresh and exciting way.
The cast includes a BBC Young Musician Of The Year recipient, All Ireland Champion musicians and World Champion level dancers.
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Featuring original as well as traditional tracks, Through Irish Eyes blends the lively, flirtatious notes synonymous with traditional Irish tunes with the incredible speed and skill of modern Irish dancing. The tender Irish love song will be reinvented and sung by the island's most talented voices as the show explores themes of Ireland's story.
The audience will be part of the chorus, guaranteeing they will never forget this powerful show. Through Irish Eyes will be performed on 10th September 2022, at the MAC. The talented cast includes 9 dancers, 8 musicians and numerous singers.
Alongside classic and original songs, the show features brand new musical scores by Belfast’s very own upcoming star, Cormac Crummey.
The show descriptions reads: "Through Irish Eyes showcases the many nuances and styles within the traditional Irish genre, some of which are often missing from other shows.
"The musician and dancer will be as one, intermingling and transforming from act to act.
"Themes belonging to Ireland's story will be touched on and developed, climaxing in an explosion of fun and humour. Look upon the music, song, and dance Through Irish Eyes ."
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