Name: Shane Kelly
Nationality: American
Troupe: Boyne
Birthday: 20th August
Joined the Show: September 2004
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At what age did you start Irish Dancing?
5 - my older brother and sister were involved in it already.

What did you like most about Irish Dancing?
Competition and travelling.

What´s the question you are asked the most when people realize you are a Riverdancer?
Is it difficult?

What do you do in your free time on tour?
Work out, sleep, TV

If you could only take 2 comfort things on tour what would they be?
My music and a pair of sandals

Do you have any rituals you have to do before going onstage?
No I prefer to relax before each show rather than worry onstage if bad luck were to arise because I forgot to act on the ritual I repeat each night.

Most embarrassing Riverdance moment?
Falling during the finale

Favorite part of the show?
Hearing the applause from each audience / travelling to different cities.

Best Riverdance moment?
The first time I did Reel Around The Sun and felt the adrenaline rush through me.

How did you feel when you heard you had been offered a place in the show?
Excited and honored.

Where did you audition and what was it like?
New Jersey - fun but different than competition, it was a good experience to see what show dancing was really like.

When and why did you decide you wanted to be in Riverdance?
I always thought achieving the highest level in competition was not enough and there was more in store for myself. My brother was with the Broadway troupe which motivated me as well.