'International Irish dance phenomenon 'Riverdance' will play at Shea's Buffalo Theatre

Celebrating 30 years of wowing audiences worldwide, ‘Riverdance 30 – The New Generation’ is coming to Buffalo March 13-15, 2026 

Shea’s Performing Arts Center Press Release

Abhann Productions is thrilled to announce that “Riverdance 30 – The New Generation,” the international Irish dance phenomenon seen by over 30 million people worldwide, will return to Shea’s Buffalo Theatre from March 13-15, 2026, as part of a tour across 67 American cities from January to June 2026.

Shea’s Performing Arts Center and Broadway presenting partner Albert Nocciolino are pleased to bring “Riverdance” to Shea’s Buffalo as part of the Gallagher Encore Specials. Tickets to “Riverdance” are now available through the Shea’s box office at 650 Main St., Buffalo; or online at https://www.sheas.org/performances/riverdance. Groups requesting 10 or more tickets can contact Mary Oshei at 716-829-1153 or moshei@sheas.org. 

“Riverdance 30 – The New Generation” toured North America in 2025 to over 40 cities, including two weeks at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., and a special weekend of performances at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. 

“Riverdance 30 – The New Generation” rejuvenates the much-loved original show with new innovative choreography and costumes and state-of-the-art lighting, projection and motion graphics. And for the first time, “Riverdance” welcomes “The New Generation” of performers, all of whom were not born when the show began 30 years ago. 

John McColgan, director of “Riverdance,” said, “For over 30 years, ‘Riverdance’ has taken us on a unique and exhilarating journey with the love and support of our audiences. The show has developed from a stage spectacle into a global cultural phenomenon. It has continuously evolved, yet we ensure it always remains true to its roots. The 30th anniversary showcases our ‘New Generation’ of extraordinarily talented performers with their electrifying energy, passion and skill in their traditions and their music and dance. Fresh, exciting and with all the magic and spectacle of the original, this is ‘Riverdance’ better than ever before.” 

Audiences will enjoy a unique and memorable performance that blends the traditional and the contemporary, showcasing the skill and passion of the world-class dancers, musicians and singers in the “Riverdance” ensemble. 

“Riverdance 30 – The New Generation” initially launched in 2024 with a special performance on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, seen by over 31 million people, and marked the first return of “Riverdance” to North America following the wildly successful three-year 25th anniversary show. 

For the complete “Riverdance 30 – The New Generation” 2025 North American Tour schedule and updates, visit www.riverdance.com.