THAT is a first dance! Riverdance alumni reunite to perform at the wedding of two castmates
THAT is a first dance! Riverdance alumni reunite to perform at the wedding of two castmates (and they’re the 70th couple to have found love through the show)
A newlywed couple’s first dance has gone viral after being joined by their former Riverdance castmates.
Singer Emma Warren and her husband Shaun Kelly tied the knot in early May and celebrated the occasion with a party in Donegal, where they celebrated with family and friends.
As part of the reception, Emma, who joined the show 11 years ago and was the lead singer for five years, and Shaun, who also worked with the dance troupe, treated their guests to a performance — and surprised everyone by getting their former castmates involved .
Nearly two dozen of both male and female “Riverdancers” took to the dance floor, hopping and tapping to the show’s theme song – with the newlyweds front and center.
The sweet video went viral on TikTok, where it was shared by LadBible Ireland. The bride later revealed that they are the 70th couple to meet and tie the knot on the show.
Singer Emma Warren and husband Shaun Kelly tied the knot in early May and celebrated the occasion with a party in Donegal, where they celebrated with family and friends and treated their guests to a Riverdance performance
The clip began as Shaun and Kelly hit the dance floor and twirled to the tune of the iconic Riverdance soundtrack.
Both newlyweds had friendly faces with the bride’s movements reciprocating her husband’s, before being joined by several friends who took their positions forming a semicircle behind them.
As the music sped up, the group of dancers could all be seen performing the world famous choreography, with all the ladies dancing in their colorful dresses and bare feet.
As the song progressed, more dancers joined the rapturous cheers of the wedding guests.
The talented troupe danced around the ballroom in rows, with the couple taking center stage and twirling together as their friends kept the chorus choreography going.
Finally, the song reached its triumphant climax, with both newlyweds raising their fists to a standing ovation from their loved ones.
Emma and Shaun got married in Lake Como but held their party in Donegal, where they are based.
Speaking about the dance on her Facebook page, Emma wrote: ‘Riverdance Reunion… so crazy dancing together again after many years traveling the world with these amazing friends.
Nearly two dozen of both male and female ‘Riverdancers’ took to the dance floor hopping and tapping to the show’s theme song with the newlyweds front and center
Emma revealed that she and Shaun have been members of the Riverdance cast for 11 years and were the 70th Riverdance couple to get married
The dance party, which got bigger as the music got louder, received a standing ovation at the wedding reception
The video went viral after it was shared on TikTok with many praising the couple and their friends’ dancing skills
“11 years since me and Shaun Kelly first joined the show and married the 70th Riverdance couple,” she wrote.
The video went viral after it was shared on TikTok, with many praising the couple and their friends’ dancing skills.
‘Goosebumps moment for sure, pure class. Congratulations to the bride and groom on their wedding day,” one wrote.
“Friggin great,” said another.
The way she twirled in that dress was breathtaking. This is absolutely magical, just brilliant,” said one.
“Very talented wedding party,” agreed another.
“I wish I had done this before my wedding,” said one.
“Every time I hear Riverdance I get emotional – amazing,” one person wrote.