The record-breaking sensation, Riverdance, is back in Manchester by popular demand from April 9 to 14.

Described by the Irish Times as "The original - the best", Riverdance is set to thrill its legions of fans once more.

Composed by Bill Whelan, produced by Moya Doherty and directed by John McColgan, the show opened in February 1995 in Dublin.

It has been experienced by more than 19 million people worldwide.

There have been more than 9,000 performances in more than 260 venues worldwide.

In February 1997, the album of the show won a Grammy award as "Best Musical Show Album". The worldwide television audience to date is in excess of 1.75 billion people. Riverdance 2007 is a chance for fans old and new to experience a truly phenomenal piece of entertainment.

l Riverdance, Opera House, Manchester, between April 9 to 14. Tickets are £21.50 to £37.50 from the box office on 0870 401 3000 or in person at the Opera House or the Palace Theatre.