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global impact of Irish dance

Michael Flatley

Lord of the Dance

By Colin Lacey, Contributor
October / November 2000

October 1, 2000 by Leave a Comment

Michael Flatley, star of Riverdance, Lord of the Dance, and Feet of Flames, has revolutionized Irish dance, making it relevant all over the world. ℘℘℘ I just always saw Irish dance differently. When I retired from competition I just knew the minute I was done that I would start trying new things that weren't really allowed in competitions. I actually felt very restricted in … [Read more...] about Michael Flatley

Lord of the Dance

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