Lord of the Dance

By: Daniel Patrick Moriarity '14

I danced in the morning when the world was begun
I danced in the Moon & the Stars & the Sun
I came down from Heaven & I danced on Earth
At Bethlehem I had my birth:

Last Friday I not only attended the greatest Encore event I have yet to experience, but I have also done something I've been wanting to practically my entire life, to see a live Irish dancing performance. Michael Flannery's sold out "Lord of the Dance" show was truly a masterpiece; I did not think it possible to tell a story so beautifully without saying a single word. Michael Flannery and his troupe took one of the most cherished worship songs from my childhood and once again reminded me of its perfection, albeit in an entirely different form than I am used to. The lights were enrapturing;the music, captivating; the dance troup, harmonious; and Michael Flannery, flawless. In all my life of watching Superbowl half-time shows and live concerts, I have not seen anybody as at home, as at peace, on the stage as Michael Flannery. He, and his show, are truly awe-inspiring. However, there is no need to take my word for it, you can just ask anyone from the full capacity, quintuple encore performance crowd that gave him a standing ovation.

They cut me down and I leapt up high
I am the Life that'll never, never die!
I'll live in you if you'll live in Me -
I am the Lord of the Dance, said He!