Get ready, Lubbock! A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation is bringing its high-energy, foot-stomping magic to The Buddy Holly Hall on April 21, 2025! If you love world-class Irish dancing, electrifying music, and a touch of Irish wit, this is the show you don’t want to miss!

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This isn’t just another dance show. A Taste of Ireland is a global phenomenon, featuring World Champion Irish dancers, spectacular live musicians, and a powerhouse vocalist delivering reimagined classics like Danny Boy, Wild Rover, and Tell Me Ma. With stunning choreography, breathtaking lighting effects, and a journey through Ireland’s rich history, this production is set to ignite the stage with raw energy and emotion!

Fresh off a smash-hit Off-Broadway run and an international tour, this production has wowed audiences across the globe, earning praise from Time Out Sydney as “world-class Irish dancing, melodic folk music mashups, live acapella tap battles, and craic galore”. Broadway World Sydney calls it “an evening to excite and satisfy your Irish palette.” That’s some serious hype!

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Leading the cast are some of the biggest names in Irish dance, including Alliyah O’Hare (nine-time World Champion, formerly of Lord of the Dance), Callum O’Neill (World Champion, formerly of Riverdance), Julia O’Rourke (four-time World Champion, star of JIG), and Cian Walsh (World Championship runner-up, Off-Broadway star). These performers—along with an entire lineup of elite dancers and musicians—will bring pure Irish magic to Lubbock!

What sets this show apart? The taps you hear are 100% live—nothing is pre-recorded. Every thunderous step, every rapid-fire rhythm, and every electrifying moment is performed in real-time, giving audiences an immersive experience unlike any other.

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Show creator Brent Pace describes it best:

Each beat of music and step of Irish dance tells a story. We want audiences to feel Ireland’s history through movement, music, and rhythm. It’s a breathtaking journey through the heart and soul of Ireland.

If you’re looking for a jaw-dropping night of entertainment, this show will have you leaping to your feet!

Don’t miss out—get your tickets now at ATasteofIrelandShow.com!

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