Danceperados of Ireland - Hooked Tour - History of Irish Fishing
Cat 1 | NP 59.50 € | Reduced 46.00 € (Evening box office surcharge 2€/ticket)
Cat 2 | NP 54.00 € | Reduced 36.00 € (Evening box office surcharge 2€/ticket)
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Musik- und Stepptanzshow mit Live-Band aus Irland
The name Danceperados of Ireland already symbolizes the enthusiasm of the ensemble for Irish
step dancing. Loosely translated, they are "The Dance Enthusiasts". Yes, the Irish cannot help but dance, sing, and play. It is in their blood. Just as fishing is a part of the Irish DNA.
With "Hooked" (German: addicted, on the hook, captivated or enchanted), the Danceperados have created a new captivating show that brings together the fascination of fishing and dancing as well as music and song. "Hooked" is a tribute to the customs and traditions of maritime communities, where life is wonderfully different from that in the large cities. The songs and stories surrounding the sea take us back to a time when people were still self-sufficient and lived a simple yet self-determined life. However, it was a dangerous one! The sea not only gave but often also took away. All of this will be seen and heard. A multimedia presentation combining historical and current images and videos intertwines with music and step dancing to create a total work of art for the eyes and ears.
"Hooked" is, however, not just an ode to the sea and the rivers of the green island or to the wild and untamed nature. Given the pace and aggression of current exploitation, one must ask whether the natural environment will still be preserved for future generations. The Danceperados of Ireland bring David's unequal fight against Goliath to the boards that mean the world. Small coastal fishermen are increasingly threatened by the gigantic fish factories that plunder the seas on an industrial scale. Ireland's price for joining the EU in 1973 was the surrender of 60 percent of the catch quota. The naive government was badly deceived, as EU subsidies ceased after a few years, and Ireland has since become one of the net contributors to the EU. Nevertheless, huge amounts of fish continue to be taken from Irish waters by other nations each year, bringing in so much that the old subsidies have long been compensated.
AN AUTHENTIC SHOW OF IRISH MUSIC, SONG & DANCE
Currently, the Irish fishermen have lost a further 40 percent due to Brexit. Jobs in maritime communities are rapidly disappearing, leading to rural depopulation. The people on the coast literally have water up to their necks. Wild salmon are being overfished, and gigantic salmon farms that pollute the marine bays are stealing their last habitats. The Danceperados of Ireland are committed to raising awareness of these often lesser-known issues here. Unlike other shows that only portray an idealized, beautiful world, the ensemble manages to be highly entertaining while still presenting more than just superficial content. Another significant difference from other step dancing shows is that the Danceperados play live! Many competitors feed their audiences with half or even fully pre-recorded performances. The Danceperados of Ireland have a different quality standard and therefore positioned themselves at the forefront of a movement in 2014 that aims to free Irish step dancing from the clutches of large producers and bring it "back to the roots." Media and fans are electrified by the energy and competence of this new and honest concept. With standing ovations, they celebrate an ensemble that has succeeded in perfectly connecting show and culture.
Anyone who has seen "Hooked" will not only leave entertained but will also have learned a lot about the Ireland of yesterday and today. And may have also been encouraged to fight for what we love.
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