Teen Boy Starts River Dancing With Young Lady But You Won't Want To Miss The Girl Behind The Curtain

Jan 07, 2019 by apost team

It is not surprising to see the youth of today engaging in break dancing or ballet or tap. What is a sight not often seen is young dancers getting down with traditional Irish dancing.

However, that is exactly what happened when a group of talented dancers picked this genre of dance for their latest competition. And the resulting stage production is simply amazing!

As a form of Irish dancing, river dancing has its roots in the traditional dance of the country of Ireland. The modern twist incorporates the classic elements of the dance style while putting a fresh spin on the moves.

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Irish step dancing was a cultural cornerstone of life in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Dance troops were formed in an effort to spread cheer and fun to what was an otherwise mundane life for the citizens of this time and place in history.

While this style of dance does not enjoy the popularity that it once had, there are still people willing to get out there and strut their stuff to this music. The young dancers in this video display exceptional footwork as they flit across the stage. The crisp moves and lively music will blow you away as you get caught up in the magic of this dance form.

We should all be thankful that there are children willing to keep this form of traditional dance alive. Be sure to check out this video yourself and then spread the joy of it to all of your friends and family. How can you not fall in love with this stunning performance?