Jackson Community College

'Lord of the Dance' taps its way to JCC for May 12 performance

Jackson Community College will present “Lord of the Dance,” the international favorite Irish step dancing phenomenon, at 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 12 in the Harold Sheffer Music Hall, Potter Center.

 More than 100 million people worldwide have seen “Lord of the Dance” – the Irish dancing extravaganza that has performed sold out shows at theaters, arenas and stadiums in more than 67 countries. Now in its 11^th year of touring, “Lord of the Dance” continues to have audiences dancing in their seats!

Described by the New York Post as “fascinating, rewarding and above all, entertaining,” and by the Los Angeles Times as “a showpiece extravaganza,” “Lord of the Dance” is a mesmerizing blend of traditional and modern Celtic music and dance. The story is based upon mythical Irish folklore as Don Dorcha, Lord of Darkness, challenges the ethereal lord of light, the Lord of the Dance. Battle lines are drawn, passions ignite and a love story fueled by the dramatic leaps and turns of dancers’ bodies begins to build against a backdrop of Celtic rhythm. The action is played out over 21 scenes on a grand scale of precision dancing, dramatic music, colorful costumes and state-of-the-art staging and lighting.

Creator Michael Flatley, who originated the role of the Lord, is the company’s artistic director, and his influence continues to resonate throughout every aspect of the production. Irish dance lovers and music fans alike will get a chance to experience the engaging, rhythmic adventure that has helped catapult Celtic dance mania and Irish dancing into the global spotlight.

Tickets are $45, $42 and $39 and may be purchased by calling the Potter Center Box Office at 517.796.8600, or online at www.jccmi.edu.