Irish celebrated dance company Riverdance is in Amman for an
exceptional set of three performances that will take place at the Roman
Amphitheater on September 21-23. This year, the renowned, award-winning act is
celebrating its 25th anniversary.
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The show is known for its
traditional Irish dance that
combines adrenaline-charged rhythms, skills, energy, unique aesthetics,
beautiful Irish music, and the impeccably synchronized footwork between dancers
which has become their signature.
An impressive team of 49 people, of which are 32 dancers,
have made it to Jordan for the occasion.
Passion for dance
Speaking to
Jordan News at a reception held at the
Embassy of Ireland in Amman, in the presence of the dancers, executive producer Padraic
Moyles explained that while Riverdance is mainly about the original Irish
dance, “the company also performs other styles, such as Spanish flamenco, and
American tap-dancing.”
He added: “We are happy not just to be presenting our
dancing, but also to be part of a more global cultural exchange event. It is
also great for the company to have the opportunity to perform at such a
beautiful historic site as
Amman Roman Amphitheatre, a place that represents
such a rich heritage”. Moyles is himself a renowned dancer. He joined
Riverdance in 1997.
Jordan News also spoke with two of the dancers, Brandon
Asazawa and Belle Brenton. They spoke with passion about their art and their
role in Riverdance. The two young artists explained that the Dublin-based
company is very well organized and allows them to have other activities as
well, such as, for example, pursuing college studies online. “Nevertheless, the
dancing practice is very demanding, all the time”, said Brenton.
It was a pleasure to see the genuine enthusiasm, passion,
and motivation in the eyes of the dancers that
Jordan News met.
The event is organized by Friends of Jordan Festivals, with
the support of Jordan Tourism Board and the Embassy of Ireland in Jordan.
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