Danceperados of Ireland

An Authentic Show of Irish Music, Song and Dance

The very name Danceperados of Ireland epitomizes the ensemble's enthusiasm for Irish step dancing. Loosely translated, it means "The Danceperados". Yes, the Irish can't stop dancing, singing and playing. It's in their blood. Fishing is also part of the Irish DNA.

With "Hooked", the Danceperados have created a new rousing show that combines the fascination of fishing and dancing with music and song. "Hooked" is a tribute to the customs and traditions of maritime communities,
where things are so wonderfully different from the big cities. The songs and stories about the sea take us back to a time when people were still self-sufficient and led a simple but self-determined life. But a dangerous one! The sea not only gave
gave, but often also took. All this can be seen and heard. A multivision with historical and current images and videos is combined with music and tap dancing to create a total work of art for the eyes and ears.

However, "Hooked" is not just an ode to the sea and the rivers of the Emerald Isle or the wild and impetuous nature. In view of the speed and aggressiveness of current overexploitation, one has to wonder whether the natural environment will be preserved for future generations. The Dance perados of Ireland bring the unequal battle of David against Goliath to the boards that mean the world.
In contrast to other shows that only present a glorified, beautiful, ideal world, the ensemble manages the balancing act of being extremely entertaining and yet not just presenting shallow content.

Another big difference to other tap dance shows is that the Danceperados perform live! Many of their competitors feed the audience with half or even full playback.

The Danceperados of Ireland have a completely different standard of quality and therefore took the lead in 2014 in a movement to free Irish tap dance from the clutches of the big producers and bring it "back to the roots". The media and fans are impressed by the power and
and competence of this new and honest concept. With standing ovations, they celebrate an ensemble that has succeeded in combining show and culture in the best possible way.
Anyone who has seen "Hooked" will not only go home well entertained, but will also have learned a lot about the Ireland of yesterday and today and will perhaps also have been encouraged to
that it is worth fighting for what we love.