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The Irish Sun
22-06-2025
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- The Irish Sun
RTE star Louise Duffy & Virgin Media's Karen Koster among famous faces on Riverdance red carpet to support Barnardos
A NUMBER of famous faces hit the red carpet in support of children's charity Barnardos. 6 Louise Duffy appeared on the red carpet at the Barnardos Riverdance Show Credit: Garrett White - Commissioned by The Sun Dublin 6 Karen Koster and daughter Eve were all smiles in their laid-back looks Credit: Garrett White - Commissioned by The Sun Dublin 6 The Riverdance show teamed up with Barnardos to raise funds and awareness Credit: Photocall Ireland Louise - a well-known ambassador of the charity - was recently joined by a group of toddlers to launch their She looked glamorous attending the Riverdance fundraiser show as she stunned in a printed blazer by designer Dries Van Noten. The radio host completed her look with a beautiful red handbag and earrings. During her jaunt on the red carpet, she was interviewed by young Robert Brady, who was keen to get her thoughts about the fundraiser. READ MORE ON BARNARDOS Also making an appearance was telly star Karen, who was snapped alongside her daughter Eve. She opted for a glamorous but laid-back look, wearing a Many parents were also snapped with their beaming children as they entered the theatre to help raise funds for a great cause. All the profits from the Riverdance 30 - The New Generation performance today will be donated to help the work of Barnardos. Most read in Irish News The show is currently playing this summer until September 7. The New Generation celebrates the show's incredible 30th year milestone, with a special anniversary tour in the The huge production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography, costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. Family's delight after winning The Irish Sun and Barnardo's 'Big Toddle' art competition for Sunway trip to Lapland It showcases the new generation of exceptional performers - all of whom were not born when the show began 30 years ago. Today's charity show comes on the back of a 12-hour Riverdanceathon that took place in front of the Gaiety Theatre on June 19 to help raise cash for the charity. The amazing event saw some 500 dancers from dance schools across Ireland take part, along with members of the Riverdance cast. 'THRILLED' Commenting on the partnership with Riverdance, the charity's Director of Fundraising, Mary Gamble, said: "Barnardos is thrilled to be the charity partner for Riverdance 2025 – and on such a special year as they celebrate their 30th anniversary." She added: "The funds raised from these events will support Barnardos' work with children and families in our centres, in families' own homes, and in schools across Ireland.' Riverdance CEO Padraic Moyles said: "We are very privileged to be given the opportunity to work with Barnardos. "Throughout this partnership we will endeavour to share our passion for music and dance and in some small way create enjoyable and inclusive occasions for some of the families in Barnardos' community.' 6 Louise Duffy was interviewed on the red carpet by young Robert Brady Credit: Garrett White - Commissioned by The Sun Dublin 6 Saoirse and Aoife Burrett attended the Riverdance Show Credit: Garrett White - Commissioned by The Sun Dublin 6 Anna Kurchenko, Henry Morgan and Peter Morgan also went to the fundraiser Credit: Garrett White - Commissioned by The Sun Dublin
The Irish Sun
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Major boost for families as Riverdance launches special ‘family friendly' show in Dublin with inclusive environment
IRISH families can enjoy a special show this weekend with Irish dancing legends Riverdance. The magical dancers will be bringing a special matinee version of their show, which caters to all ages and offers an inclusive environment, to Dublin this weekend. 3 Riverdance Ireland is coming home this weekend with all new features for an inclusive show 3 The event is set to happen at 1pm in the Gaiety theatre on June 22 This Sunday, Riverdance 30 - The New Generation takes to the stage at the Gaiety Theatre and Barnardos has been selected as this year's charity partner. The New Generation celebrates the show's incredible 30 th year milestone, with a special anniversary tour, which comes home to the The huge production rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography, costumes and state of the art lighting, projection and motion graphics. It showcases the new generation of exceptional performers - all of whom were not born when the show began 30 years ago. READ MORE ON FABULOUS And Sunday's show is the perfect event for Irish families. The Riverdance Family Friendly Show is a special matinee performance. Riverdance Ireland has described the show as a "safe space" for parents and kids. They said: "The Riverdance Family Friendly Show in aid of Barnardos is a relaxed performance which welcomes everyone to experience Riverdance in a safe, non-judgmental environment. MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN "The show is suitable for families with young children of all ages and is accessible to a wide range of audiences such as those with autism, those with a learning disability, anyone with a sensory predisposition." And the dancing act will be fully equipped with trained professionals on hand to help - and dedicated quiet areas inside the theatre. RTE viewers get 'chills' as jaw-dropping Riverdance clip re-emerges All profits from this show will go towards supporting the work of Children's tickets to the show start from €36.55 for ages three - 15. Infants aged two and under are admitted free of charge and without a need to purchase a ticket, as no seat will be allocated. Experience the magic of Riverdance fun with all the crew in the Gaiety theatre at 1pm on June 22. Tickets are available online from Ticketmaster and the Or visit the Box Office in person at South King Street, Dublin, for a chance for you and your kids to see the event. 3 All profits made from the show will go towards Barnardos Credit: Photocall Ireland
