Irish Dance (Riverdance) - Quiz
- 1. Which country is Riverdance associated with?
A) Ireland
B) France
C) England
D) Scotland
- 2. Which Riverdance performer gained international recognition for his tap dancing?
A) Jean Butler
B) Michael Flatley
C) Maria Pagés
D) Colin Dunne
- 3. In what year did Riverdance premiere?
A) 1989
B) 1994
C) 2010
D) 2001
- 4. Which world-renowned dance troupe has also performed Riverdance-style shows?
A) Dance Theatre of Harlem
B) Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
C) Ballet Folklórico de México
D) Lord of the Dance
- 5. What dance movement is characterized by rigid upper body and intricate footwork in Irish dance?
A) Treble
B) Reel
C) Jig
D) Lilt
- 6. What musical instrument is prominently featured in Riverdance performances?
A) Violin
B) Bodhrán
C) Guitar
D) Piano
- 7. Who composed the music for Riverdance?
A) Bill Whelan
B) Enya
C) Loreena McKennitt
D) James Horner
- 8. Where did Riverdance first receive standing ovations that led to its global success?
A) Carnegie Hall
B) Broadway
C) Eurovision Song Contest
D) West End
- 9. Which Riverdance performance was televised during the Eurovision Song Contest in 1994?
A) Closing act
B) Interval act
C) Opening act
D) Commercial break
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