Heartbeat of Home (Chicago) Tickets
Overall Rating
4.7
By Prophet1
Heartbeat of Home- Proud to be Irish!
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
My daughter and I recently attended a Saturday Matinee performance of Heartbeat of Home. We had been looking forward to this since we received the announcement of it's performance dates months ago. We were not disappointed. Comparisons to "Lord of the Dance" and "Riverdance" are bound to happen but I don't think it would be fair to judge this or compare this to either of those performances. Heartbeat has it's own style, it's own voice. When we left the theater we discussed the music and dance of Heartbeat and we both concluded that the dancers were extraordinary. As for the music, it wasn't as memorable for me as the music of "Riverdance" or "Lord", but there were moments when certain songs resonated with me. I would certainly come back to see Heartbeat. It is more "current" in it's dance and as long as the Irish dance, I'll be there.
By stamax
FUN FUN FUN
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
If your looking for an event that will make you tap your toes, wiggle in your seat, and leave the theater with a huge smile on your face, Heartbeat of Home is what you are looking for. The fusion of dance styles & music coupled with a fabulous ensemble of dancers, musicians, and a dynamite vocalist provides an experience rarely found. Don't miss this show!
By Anonymous
heartbeart made our heart POUND
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
OMG! Every dancer gave an amazingly flawless performance! Hand clapping, foot stomping, jaw dropping entertainment. totally appreciated their hard work and decication to their craft. The LIVE band and singer were the icing on the cake and with out their talents the show would NOT have been possible. They were awesome!
By spikekane
Heartbeat of Home was exceptional
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
It was amazing. Loved every minute of it. Of course the dancing was my favorite. But also loved the singing and music.
By BenHCKM
Thought I'd have way more Riverdance
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
Of course I went in with backwards expectations, but I wanted way more Riverdance. The way it was, this felt like a bizarre mish-mash of dance with a common thread of Riverdance that really just didn't fit.
By NoriOnfireBurgos
Heartbeat of Home
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
Absolutely Amazing, Loved it Excellant tapping and showmanship.
By Tato6910
Unforgettable
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
A must go for the whole family. Very entertaining, enjoyable.
By Corbet
Heartbeat of Home (Chicago)
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
The choreography was outstanding and the music was powerful. My feet were tapping the whole show.
By bestmnwildfaninIL
Amazing music and dancing!
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
An amazing mix of dance styles accompanied by a fantastic musical score. A show everybody can enjoy. We enjoyed the music so much that we purchased the CD before we left. Very uplifting!
By Anonymous
Heartbeat was fabulous
Oriental Theatre Chicago - Chicago
Heartbeat of Home was wonderful. The people who designed and choreographed this production were genius. All performers were amazing. The background holograms added a whole dimension also. Of course can't forget the music - beautiful. So glad I was able to attend, it was well worth it.
Details
Created by the Producers and Director of Riverdance, HEARTBEAT OF HOME is a music and dance spectacular featuring the dynamic, vibrant components of traditional Irish, Latin and Afro-Cuban music and dance. The world-class cast of forty includes a ten-piece band creating a new and electrifying sound written by award-winning, Golden-Globe-nominated composer Brian Byrne.
The show employs high-definition, cutting-edge projection technology and has an engaging narrative structure. Produced by Moya Doherty, devised and directed by John McColgan with narrative and lyrics by award-winning Irish writer Joseph O'Connor. Joseph comments: 'when we marry the sexiness of salsa to the thunder of Irish dance, the lyricism of tango to the yearning of Sean-nós, what a night of storytelling we shall have'.
The cast includes world-class Irish, Latin and Afro-Cuban dancers and with choreography by David Bolger, the production will create a dream-world of joyous, heart-stopping, high-energy music and dance.