LORD OF THE DANCE Comes To The Morris Performing Arts Center

Lord of the Dance has announced its next lineup of tour dates including The Morris Performing Arts Center in South Bend on February 27. Tickets at The Morris Performing Arts Center start at $27.50 and are available online at theaterleague.com, at the Morris box office or by calling 574.235.9190.

Described by the New York Post as "fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining," and by the Los Angeles Times as "a showpiece extravaganza," Lord of the Dance is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance.

The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal lord of light, the Lord of the Dance. Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramatic leaps and turns of dancers' bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting.

Recently, cast members Scott Doherty and Michael McHugh (McHugh for the category of dancers under age 18) were crowned world champions at the World Irish Dance Championships. Doherty and McHugh beat out more than 6,000 dancers representing five continents over the eight-day competition. In 2009, the championships took place in Philadelphia, the first time the competitions were hosted outside of Ireland and Scotland in its 39-year history. Flatley, who was in attendance, received an award acknowledging his special achievements in Irish Dance such as producing and choreographing multiple Irish dance shows including Lord of the Dance.

More than 100 million people worldwide have seen Lord of the Dance -- the international Irish dancing extravaganza that has performed sold out shows at theaters, arenas and stadiums in over 67 countries.

"Our success demonstrates the hunger people have," says Flatley, "to wholly submerge themselves into a world where dancers interpret every nuance of classic good versus evil through modern Celtic music." Lord of the Dance has an ability to connect with the audience and initiate and captivate a new generation. Adding to the visceral and emotional impact are costumes, lighting and staging that are cinematic in scope. "Make no mistake," adds Flatley, "Lord of the Dance begins where modern theatre ends."

Flatley, who originated the role of the Lord, is the company's Artistic Director, a position he has held since the troupe's stunning 1996 debut in Dublin. More than a decade later, his influence continues to resonate throughout every aspect of the production. Irish dance lovers and music fans alike will get a chance to experience the engaging, rhythmic adventure that has helped catapult Celtic dance mania and Irish dancing into the global spotlight. No wonder Lord of the Dance has jettisoned its ticket sales to more than $800 million worldwide. During its highly profitable four-year residency in Las Vegas, an estimated two million people danced along in their seats.

Flatley continues to oversee all aspects of the production. The first American to win the All-World Championship in Irish Dance, he was The Guinness Book of World Records holder for having "the world's fastest feet" at 35 taps per second.

Tickets start at $27.50 and are available online at theaterleague.com, The Morris box office or by calling 574.235.9190. Groups of 15 or more, call 1.866.31.GROUP and save 10%. Military save 50% throughout the theater and students save 50% for balcony seating. For more information on Lord of the Dance, visit theaterleague.com. For photos, visit theaterleague.com/press. Become a fan of Broadway Theatre League on Facebook.

Please note: Broadway Theatre League and The Morris Performing Arts Center box office are the only official sources for tickets to Lord of the Dance and all of the shows in the 2010-2011 Lincoln Broadway Series. If you purchase tickets through another source, you may pay over-inflated prices and your tickets will not be guaranteed.

Lord of the Dance, produced by Magic Arts & Entertainment, a subsidiary of Tix Corporation (Nasdaq: TIXC), and touring the country regularly since 1996.

The 2010-11 Lincoln Broadway Series is welcomed by the Ivy Court Inn & Suites.

For more information,
please visit www.lordofthedance.com

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