Friday, December 5

Tag: Brent Pace

Eireann: A Taste of Ireland – Peacock Theatre
London

Eireann: A Taste of Ireland – Peacock Theatre

Brent Pace's Eireann: A Taste of Ireland takes the audience on an exhilarating journey through the length and breadth of Irish history, from the arrival of the Vikings to the present day, while not avoiding the dark periods of Irish history, such as the Great Famine and the Easter Uprising. It's not all serious though, with a good deal of light-hearted and comedic moments and overall a feeling of warmth and joy.  The dancing can only be described as spectacular.  Led by principal dancers Gavin Shevlin and Brittany Pymm, the company's impressive energy and talent make every step look easy and light as air.  The footwork is so fast, the athleticism and precision so perfect, it's hard to believe that the performers are actually human.  There is the traditional, Riverdan...