THERE’S a real shamrock of a show on offer at the Regent in Christchurch when the Rhythm of the Dance UK Tour takes to the stage at the Centre on Wednesday, July 6 at 7.30pm.

The National Dance Company of Ireland’s traditional Irish dance, music and song have now become one of the greatest cultural exports from the Emerald Isle, having played to sell-out audiences all over the world.

With rave reviews from critics and audiences alike, upon experiencing the exciting sold-out performances of The National Dance Company of Ireland, featuring All Ireland Champion Dancers, an Irish Band, The Young Irish Tenors, in their resplendent, rousing new stage production, Rhythm of the Dance.

This incredible live show celebrates the rich history of Ireland and the art of Irish dance, from the disciplined Celtic Step to the sensual, ancient Sean-nos dance style.

Rhythm of the Dance creates a new era in Irish entertainment, presenting twenty dancers, a traditional Irish band, and the three handsome Young Irish Tenors.

All music is performed live on stage by the company musicians, playing on rare and traditional Irish and Gaelic instruments – the melodeon, tin whistle flutes, harp, banjo, fiddle, guitar and bodhran drum.

Internationally rated as one of the most popular and successful Irish Step Dance shows on tour, critics, audiences, and millions of fans around the world have all hailed the live stage show as a must see.

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