Lord of the Dance (1997)
Filmed at the Point Theatre in Dublin 'Lord of the Dance' takes Irish dancing to spectacular new heights. Orchestrated and conducted by Anne Dudley, inspiring original music by Ronan Hardiman and exhilarating dance starring the sensational Michael Flatley with supporting characters Bernadette Flynn, Daire Nolan, Gillian Norris, Helen Egan and Anne Buckley - Lord of the Dance is a rare and magical experience. Michael Flatley takes to the stage in a stunning Celtic dance spectacular which re-tells Irish folk legend in a dazzling and updated style. Join us when time stood still and Erin was goddess of all... The stories had all been written and everyone knew their parts. But the ancient clans, sitting in their stone circles, heard mumblings and the spirits dream was troubled. A new dark power had emerged to challenge the Lord of the Dance.
Cast
- Michael Flatley - Lord of the Dance
- Bernadette Flynn - Saoirse, the Irish Coleen
- Daire Nolan - Don Dorcha, the Dark Lord
- Gillian Norris - Morrighan, the Temptress
- Helen Egan - The Little Spirit
- Anne Buckley - Erin, the Goddess
- Máiréad Nesbitt - Violinist
- Cora Smyth - Violinist
- Desmond Bailey - The Lord of the Dance Troupe Member
- Steven Brunning - The Lord of the Dance Troupe Member
Themes
Musical Spectacle
Keywords
musical, irish music, irish dance
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Lord of the Dance about?
- Filmed at the Point Theatre in Dublin 'Lord of the Dance' takes Irish dancing to spectacular new heights. Orchestrated and conducted by Anne Dudley, inspiring original music by Ronan Hardiman and exhilarating dance starring the sensational Michael Flatley with supporting characters Bernadette Flynn, Daire Nolan, Gillian Norris, Helen Egan and Anne Buckley - Lord of the Dance is a rare and magical experience. Michael Flatley takes to the stage in a stunning Celtic dance spectacular which re-tells Irish folk legend in a dazzling and updated style. Join us when time stood still and Erin was goddess of all... The stories had all been written and everyone knew their parts. But the ancient clans, sitting in their stone circles, heard mumblings and the spirits dream was troubled. A new dark power had emerged to challenge the Lord of the Dance.
- Who directed Lord of the Dance?
- Lord of the Dance was directed by David Mallet.
- Who stars in Lord of the Dance?
- Lord of the Dance stars Michael Flatley, Bernadette Flynn, Daire Nolan, Gillian Norris, Helen Egan, Anne Buckley.
- How long is Lord of the Dance?
- Lord of the Dance has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Lord of the Dance?
- Lord of the Dance is a Music, Documentary film.
- Where was Lord of the Dance produced?
- Lord of the Dance was produced in Ireland.
- What are the themes of Lord of the Dance?
- The themes of Lord of the Dance include: Musical Spectacle.