Riverdance performs during the visit of Pope Francis to Ireland, August 25, 2018

Riverdance is a theatrical show that consists mainly of traditional Irish music and dance. With a score composed by Bill Whelan, it originated as an interval act during the Eurovision Song Contest 1994, featuring Irish dancing champions Jean Butler, Michael Flatley and the vocal ensemble Anúna. Author: Bill Whelan First performance: February 9, 1995 Composer: Bill Whelan Director: John McColgan Genre: Irish folk music, Irish dance Location: Point Theatre, Dublin