Lord of the Dance star says it’s ‘disgraceful to take advantage of the innocence of a child’
Last summer, the Irish Dancing Commission was informed of allegations that at least 12 Irish dancing teachers in Ireland and overseas were involved in the 'fixing' of competitions Photograph: Carolyn Ann RyanRiverdance and Lord of the Dance star Michael Flatley has expressed disappointment at the scandal that emerged in Irish dancing circles, both in Ireland and internationally, last year.
Last month, The Irish Times reported on records filed in the High Court that revealed exchanges of text messages showing efforts by Irish dancing instructors to secure high scores for their students from fellow teachers, including the offer of sexual acts in one exchange between two male teachers.In an interview with Brendan O’Connor on RTÉ Radio 1, Mr Flatley said he was sorely disappointed at the “disgraceful” turn of events.
“I won’t say any more than that, but also may I just say as well that the Irish dance commission has done a remarkable job in keeping that art form alive.
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