ORANGE BEACH – St. Patrick’s Day will be celebrated early on the Alabama coast with performances of Irish music and dancing by "A Taste of Ireland — The Irish Music & Dance Sensation" at the Orange Beach Performing Arts Center on Sunday, March 2, at 4 p.m. and at 7:30 p.m. at the Saenger Theatre in Mobile on Saturday, March 8.

Offering an exhilarating celebration delivered with more than a pint of Irish wit, the show is presented by Pace Live as part of its 2025 world tour. The production debuted in the U.S. in 2024 with a wildly successful Off-Broadway engagement, followed by smash hit runs around the world. Tickets and more information can be found at ATasteofIrelandShow.com.

Featuring an acclaimed cast of World Champion Irish dancers, dazzling musicians and a contemporary vocalist, "A Taste of Ireland — The Irish Music & Dance Sensation" combines Irish charm with sensational talents for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. Set to reimagined classics such as “Danny Boy,” “Wild Rover,” “Tell Me Ma” and others that have been given modern spins, the high-octane performance offers thrilling dance performances that convey heartfelt emotion, transporting audiences through Ireland’s tumultuous history with electrifying dances, dramatic scenery and spectacular lighting effects.

Directed and produced by Brent Pace, produced by Ceili Moore, with music by Charlie Galloway, the production features headliners Alliyah O’Hare (nine-time World Champion), Callum O’Neill (World Champion), Julia O’Rourke (four-time World Champion) and Cian Walsh (World Championship runner-up), who are set to perform among other world-class Irish dancers and performers.

“We offer audiences an unforgettable adventure through the heart and soul of Ireland, where every beat of music and every step of Irish dance shares a captivating journey. Each narrative is interwoven with dramatic lighting and breathtaking visual scenery, with performances meticulously crafted to express the depth of these stories, ensuring that you feel Ireland’s history through the movement, music and dance," Pace said.

"A Taste of Ireland — The Irish Music & Dance Sensation" blends cultural traditions with modern flair and plenty of "craic," creating a performance that has had audiences across the globe leaping to their feet for an immersive experience that captures the essence of Irish culture. The show combines storytelling with modern Irish dance, tap and contemporary dance, while its world-class performers offer up heartwarming storytelling, to create a memorable and dynamic performance that bridges traditional and contemporary Irish art forms.

WHEN/WHERE/TICKETS:

Orange Beach Performing Arts Center

• 23908 Canal Road, Orange Beach, AL 36561
• 4 p.m., Sunday, March 2
• $29-$59 (plus applicable fees)

Saenger Theatre

• 6 S. Joachim St., Mobile, AL 3602
• 7:30 p.m., Saturday, March 8
• $29-$59 (plus applicable fees)

INFO:  ATasteofIrelandShow.com