A celebration of Ireland
Although nearly two thousand kilometers separate Warsaw and Dublin, Irish dance and music have not failed to win fans here in Poland. This week, those fans will get a real treat as the National Dance Company of Ireland comes to Warsaw with their spectacle "The Rhythm of the Dance." The performance will be held in Sala Kongresowa on March 25.
"The Rhythm of the Dance" is described by its producers to be "an inspiring epic, reliving the journey of the Irish Celts throughout history." Since its stage debut in Norway in 1999, it has been seen by three million people in 33 countries worldwide.
Through dance, the artists tell the story of love, violent battles, homesickness and the hope for renewing a destroyed homeland. For decades, the two Celtic clans of Leinster and Ulster were at war with each other. Though previously living side by side in peace, the two clans are driven into battle by their rulers' desire for land and power. After the last great battle is fought, both rulers are no more. With their island left in ruins, two great Celtic warriors remain to rebuild what is lost.
For this performance, a cast made up of some of the best Irish dancers, musicians and singers has been selected. Contributing to the power of the show are Carl Hession - considered one of traditional Irish music's finest accompanists, composers and arrangers - choreographer Mark C. Tynan and producer Kieran Cavanagh. Their creation unites national Irish dances, songs, and legends with modern stage technology, producing an unforgettable celebration of all things Irish.
The National Dance Company of Ireland is currently on tour in Poland. Other performances this week will be held in Kielce (March 19), Łód (March 22), Bielsko Biała (March 23) and Kraków (March 24).
