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Few shows have touched audiences like RIVERDANCE. A celebration of Irish music, song and dance, the show focuses on the evolution of Irish dance and its similarities with, and influences on, other cultures. The phenomenon of RIVERDANCE draws on Irish traditions and combines the richness of the music with the magic and sensuality of the dance.



RIVERDANCE was originally conceived as a spectacular seven-minute intermission entertainment for the 1994 Eurovision Song Contest televised throughout Europe to an audience of over 300 million viewers. Following the success of that performance, producer Moya Doherty, composer Bill Whelan, and director John McColgan, expanded the piece into a full-length stage production.



RIVERDANCE had its world premiere at the Point Theatre, Dublin, in February, 1995, where it opened to unanimous critical acclaim. The show has taken the world by storm and to date, over 22 million people world-wide have seen RIVERDANCE live. In addition, 10 million people have purchased video versions of the show, making it one of the best-selling entertainment videos in the world.



Bill Whelan won the 1997 Grammy� Award for �Best Musical Show Album� for his original music and lyrics for RIVERDANCE. This extraordinarily unique show, which features an international company, has touched the hearts of millions around the world.

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US Tour of RIVERDANCE Closes Today, June 17
by Carly Rosemore - Jun 17, 2012


The producer of RIVERDANCE, Moya Doherty, previously announced that the United States touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon, will play its final performance today, June 17, 2012 (at Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts in Vienna, VA).

Riverdance Performs Final U.S. Engagement at Wolf Trap, Now thru 6/17
by BWW News Desk - Jun 15, 2012


The producer of RIVERDANCE, Moya Doherty, previously announced that the United States/North American touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will play its final performances tonight, June 15 through Sunday, June 17, 2012 at WolfTrap National Park for the Performing Arts in Vienna, Va. Tickets are priced as low as $20 and are available online at www.wolftrap.org, by phone at 1(877)WOLFTRAP, or at the Wolf Trap Box Office located at Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts at 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia.

BWW Reviews: Splendid Production of RIVERDANCE at the Fox Theatre
by Chris Gibson - May 23, 2012


If you had the opportunity to see RIVERDANCE at the Fox this past weekend, then you were treated to a fine display of Terpsichore and musicianship. If you didn't, then you may have missed your chance to see it at all, since it was, in all likelihood, the troupe's final trip to St. Louis. It's a shame, because the show is really an entertaining mix of song and dance. I saw it last year, and I took my wife and son with me this year, and we all enjoyed it tremendously. The sheer athleticism of the dancers, backed by the superb interplay of some world class musicians, is not one that should be missed. The audience in attendance certainly responded very favorably to this unique production.

Riverdance Brings Farewell Tour to the Fox Theatre, Now thru 5/20
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2012


Recently, the producer of RIVERDANCE, Moya Doherty, announced that the United States touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will close in June, 2012. RIVERDANCE plays the Fabulous Fox Theatre May 18-20 FOR THE VERY LAST TIME, for 5 performances only! Tickets for RIVERDANCE are on sale now and range from $70 to $26 and are available through MetroTix.

Riverdance to Perform Final U.S. Engagement at Wolf Trap, 6/15-17
by Kelsey Denette - May 17, 2012


The producer of RIVERDANCE, Moya Doherty, has announced that the United States/North American touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will play its final performances Friday, June 15 through Sunday, June 17, 2012 at WolfTrap National Park for the Performing Arts in Vienna, VA.

RIVERDANCE Will Play Final Performances in Philadelphia, Now thru 5/13
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2012


Recently, the producer of RIVERDANCE, Moya Doherty, announced that the United States touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will close in June, 2012. RIVERDANCE, part of the Broadway Season, will play in Philadelphia at the Merriam Theater FOR THE VERY LAST TIME, tonight, May 11 through 13 for five performances only!

Show At Barre Presents Rogelio Douglas Jr. Tonight, 5/1
by BWW News Desk - May 1, 2012


Show At Barre presents "Rogelio Douglas Jr. One Night Only" tonight, May 1 at 8pm. He makes his mark as an actor, singer/songwriter, and dancer, moving between the worlds of television, theatre, dance and music. The concert will include special guest artist Brenna Whitaker and a mix of Douglas Jr.'s original music as well as covers by industry-leading artists including Gavin DeGraw, Cee Lo Green, The White Stripes, Jason Mraz, Otis Redding, Joe Cocker and more.

BWW Interviews: A Chat With THE LITTLE MERMAID’s Rogelio Douglas Jr. �" Starring in Upright Cabaret’s RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT at The Annenberg Theatre, April 27
by David Green - Apr 27, 2012


The Annenberg Theatre presents Upright Cabaret's RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT tonight, April 27 at 8:00 pm. RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT is the third installment of Upright Cabaret's "American Icon" Series and will star Olivier Award-Winner Lesli Margherita, Lexi Lawson (Rent, In The Heights)) and Rogelio Douglas Jr. (In The Heights, The Little Mermaid)). I had the chance to chat for a few minutes with Rogelio Douglas Jr. He was NOT at a loss for words!! Here are a few highlights from that interview.

APASSIONATA Horse Entertainment Show Kicks Off North American Tour Today
by BWW News Desk - Apr 27, 2012


Now in its ninth year, APASSIONATA Europe's most successful live entertainment show, featuring more than 40 horses and seen by more than five million fans in over forty cities, will make its North American debut today, April 27, 2012, at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky. The new show entitled "The Beginning" will kick off an eighteen month, sixty-six city arena North American tour.

Olivier Award Winner Leslie Margherita, Rogelio Douglas Jr. And More Bring RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT to Annenberg Theatre Tonight
by David Green - Apr 27, 2012


The Annenberg Theatre will present Upright Cabaret's RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT tonight April 27 at 8:00 pm. RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT is the third installment of Upright Cabaret's "American Icon" Series and will star Olivier Award-Winner Lesli Margherita, Lexi Lawson (Rent, In The Heights)) and Rogelio Douglas Jr. (In The Heights, The Little Mermaid)). This high energy, multi-media Cabaret celebrates the music of Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan and Santana and features pop favorites such as Livin' La Vida Loca, Shake Your Bon-Bon, Rhythm Is Gonna Get You, Anything for You, Smooth, Let It Shine, and more, performed live with the Upright Cabaret band!

BWW Interviews: A Chat With THE LITTLE MERMAID’s Rogelio Douglas Jr. �" Starring in Upright Cabaret’s RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT at The Annenberg Theatre, April 27
by David Green - Apr 25, 2012


The Annenberg Theatre will present Upright Cabaret's RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT on April 27 at 8:00 pm. RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT is the third installment of Upright Cabaret's "American Icon" Series and will star Olivier Award-Winner Lesli Margherita, Lexi Lawson (Rent, In The Heights)) and Rogelio Douglas Jr. (In The Heights, The Little Mermaid)). I had the chance to chat for a few minutes with Rogelio Douglas Jr. He was NOT at a loss for words!! Here are a few highlights from that interview.

APASSIONATA Horse Entertainment Show Kicks Off North American Tour, 4/27
by BWW News Desk - Apr 20, 2012


Now in its ninth year, APASSIONATA Europe's most successful live entertainment show, featuring more than 40 horses and seen by more than five million fans in over forty cities, will make its North American debut on April 27, 2012, at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky. The new show entitled "The Beginning" will kick off an eighteen month, sixty-six city arena North American tour.

RIVERDANCE Plays Final Toronto Performances, 4/19-21
by BWW News Desk - Apr 21, 2012


RIVERDANCE, the internationally acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song and dance, comes to the Sony Centre For The Performing Arts for the last time, for four performances only, April 19-21, 2012. This is the last chance to see RIVERDANCE in Toronto, as the North American tour will close forever in June 2012.

Olivier Award Winner Leslie Margherita, Rogelio Douglas Jr. And More Bring RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT to Annenberg Theatre, 4/27
by David Green - Apr 19, 2012


The Annenberg Theatre will present Upright Cabaret's RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT on April 27 at 8:00 pm. RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT is the third installment of Upright Cabaret's "American Icon" Series and will star Olivier Award-Winner Lesli Margherita, Lexi Lawson (Rent, In The Heights)) and Rogelio Douglas Jr. (In The Heights, The Little Mermaid)). This high energy, multi-media Cabaret celebrates the music of Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan and Santana and features pop favorites such as Livin' La Vida Loca, Shake Your Bon-Bon, Rhythm Is Gonna Get You, Anything for You, Smooth, Let It Shine, and more, performed live with the Upright Cabaret band!

Show At Barre to Present Rogelio Douglas Jr., 5/1
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 19, 2012


Show At Barre will to present "Rogelio Douglas Jr. One Night Only" on May 1 at 8pm. He makes his mark as an actor, singer/songwriter, and dancer, moving between the worlds of television, theatre, dance and music. The concert will include special guest artist Brenna Whitaker and a mix of Douglas Jr.'s original music as well as covers by industry-leading artists including Gavin Degraw, Cee Lo Green, The White Stripes, Jason Mraz, Otis Redding, Joe Cocker and more.

RIVERDANCE Closes Final Engagement at Boston Opera House, 4/15
by BWW News Desk - Apr 15, 2012


The United States touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will close in June, 2012 as previously announced by producer Moya Doherty. RIVERDANCE closes it's last Boston performance at the Boston Opera House tonight, April 15.

RIVERDANCE to Play Final Engagement at Boston Opera House, 4/13
by BWW News Desk - Apr 13, 2012


The United States touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will close in June, 2012 as previously announced by producer Moya Doherty. RIVERDANCE will play Boston one last time, 5 performances only, at the Boston Opera House, April 13 - 15, 2012.

Riverdance Brings Farewell Tour to the Fox Theatre, 5/18-20
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 10, 2012


Recently, the producer of RIVERDANCE, Moya Doherty, announced that the United States touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will close in June, 2012. RIVERDANCE will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre May 18-20 FOR THE VERY LAST TIME, for 5 performances only! Tickets for RIVERDANCE are on sale now and range from $70 to $26 and are available through MetroTix.

Upright Cabaret Presents Lesli Margherita, David Hernandez & More in RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT!
by Harmony Wheeler - Apr 9, 2012


CHRIS ISAACSON announces the performers for UPRIGHT CABARET's AMERICAN ICON SERIES' third show of their 3rd Season, RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT, starring Olivier Award-Winner LESLI MARGHERITA, American Idol's DAVID HERNANDEZ (Thousand Oaks and Hollywood Shows only) & LEXI LAWSON, (Rent, In The Heights)) and ROGELIO DOUGLAS, JR. (In The Heights, The Little Mermaid)) celebrating the music of Ricky Martin, Gloria Estefan and Santana!

RIVERDANCE Plays Final Toronto Performances, 4/19-21
by Kelsey Denette - Apr 4, 2012


RIVERDANCE, the internationally acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song and dance, comes to the Sony Centre For The Performing Arts for the last time, for four performances only, April 19-21, 2012. This is the last chance to see RIVERDANCE in Toronto, as the North American tour will close forever in June 2012.

RIVERDANCE Will Play Final Performances in Philadelphia, 5/11-13
by Harmony Wheeler - Mar 22, 2012


Recently, the producer of RIVERDANCE, Moya Doherty, announced that the United States touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will close in June, 2012. RIVERDANCE, part of the Broadway Season, will play in Philadelphia at the Merriam Theater FOR THE VERY LAST TIME, May 11 through 13 for five performances only!

RIVERDANCE Tour Plays Raleigh, 5/25-27
by Kelsey Denette - Mar 14, 2012


Recently, the producer of RIVERDANCE, Moya Doherty, announced that the United States touring production of the internationally-acclaimed worldwide phenomenon will close in June, 2012. RIVERDANCE will play Memorial Auditorium in Raleigh May 25 - 27 for 5 performances only!

'The Showtune Mosh Pit' for March 14th, 2012
by Paul W. Thompson - Mar 14, 2012


The latest in unauthorized gossip and buzz from the heart of Chicago's showtune video bars, and musical theater news from Chicago to Broadway. Theo Ubique's 'Piazza,' 'Motherhood,' Team StarKid's latest, tribute concerts at Ravinia and Mayne Stage, Ramin Karimloo's arrival, plus Loop musicals and more....

RIVERDANCE to Play Final Performances at Oriental Theatre, 3/13
by BWW News Desk - Mar 13, 2012


RIVERDANCE will play in Chicago for the last time at the Oriental Theatre (24 W. Randolph, Chicago), March 13-18, 2012 for eight performances only! Individual tickets for RIVERDANCE go on sale Friday, January 13, 2012 at 10 a.m.

Michael Londra to Perform at bergenPAC, 3/11
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2012


Celebrate St. Patrick's Day week with Riverdance on Broadway's Irish tenor, Michael Londra and his exhilarating music and dance production March 11 at 3:00pm at bergenPAC. Complimenting Londra's exquisite vocals is an orchestra, with the traditional national instruments of Ireland at its core. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.com or bergenPAC.org or by calling the box office at 201 227 1030.

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