About
Created by Herbert W. Armstrong College and Armstrong Dance, with original new music from Golden Globe-nominated composer Brian Byrne (Heartbeat of Home), Celtic Throne II—Psalter of Ireland is guaranteed to be an experience unlike any other!
Celtic Throne II reflects the wide-ranging talents and interests of its creators and dancers. First and foremost, it’s an Irish dance show, with plenty of the fancy footwork and formidable stomps made world-famous by iconic shows like Riverdance, Lord of the Dance and Heartbeat of Home. “We adore these shows; they are an inspiration,” says director Brad Macdonald. “We wouldn’t be doing this if these amazing productions hadn’t blazed the trail for us. But Celtic Throne II is totally unique—we are blazing our own trail!”
Watching beautiful, happy children, some as young as 7 and 8, dancing and playing music will melt your heart. Sensational gymnastics and martial arts will have you on the edge of your seat and remind you of watching the Olympics. Our live musicians electrify even the most reserved audiences, transporting them to a cozy Irish pub. The dance and music are enhanced by stunning costumes, an elaborate set, sensational lighting and special effects, and dramatic video storytelling on a gigantic, state-of-the-art LED screen.
“Imagine taking a classic Irish dance show and blending it with a West End musical and a Hollywood movie,” says Macdonald. “This is what we have done with Celtic Throne II—Psalter of Ireland. You won’t find better value for your money—it’s three experiences in one!”
The Story
Celtic Throne II—Psalter of Ireland traces the history of Ollav Fola, a sixth-century B.C. sage and legislator who travels from the Near East to Ireland to perpetuate the legacy of Jerusalem in the British Isles.
Ollav’s story begins with Jerusalem’s destruction in 585 B.C. With his homeland in ruins, Ollav and his entourage—including Princess Tephi, a descendant of the king—journey to Eire (Ireland). For 40 years, Ollav rules Ireland from County Meath on the Hill of Tara.
In Ireland, Ollav Fola, whose legacy is recorded in ancient Irish chronicles, immortalizes the traditions of royal Jerusalem, establishing Eire as a musical island and a paragon of culture and law, scholarship and education. Through it all, Ollav instills within the Irish people a passion for singing, music and Irish dance.
Meet the Celtic Family
Our dancers range in age from 5 to 25. The troupe is comprised mostly of students from the Carey Academy, some of whom have placed highly in Worlds, All Irelands, Great Britain and North American Nationals, and other top Irish dance competitions.
Executive Producer
Gerald Flurry
Producers
Stephen and Amy Flurry
Director
Brad Macdonald
Music Advisers
Ryan and Paula Malone
Set / Stage
Mark Hyde, Luke Hyde, Matthew Castillo, Cole March
Art / Graphics
Melissa Barreiro, Julia Goddard, Rebekah Goddard, Steve Hercus, Mitchell McLain, Emma Moore, Kassandra Verbout, Reese Zoellner
Lighting
Bailey Crawford
Video
Andrew Locher, Dwight Falk
Audio Engineer
Izaak Lorenz
Marketing / Advertising /Social Media
Shane Granger, Savannah Macdonald, Nichole Macdonald, David Vejil
Costumes
Melody Aldrich, Brooke Cocomise, Becky Falk, Deborah Heerma, Rachel Hyde, Michelle Kaleho, Michelle Hilliker, Eyren Macdonald, Jennifer March, Tanya Williams, Sarah Vejil, Olga Vejil
Bandstand / Vocalists
Jessica Brandon, Vienna Flurry, Joel Hilliker, Zoe Hilliker, Megan Jenkins, Seth Malone, Ezekiel Malone, Kyle March, Jordan Saranga
Choir
Aaron Anandraj, Josiah Barrett, Jaden Chibarirwe, Chioma Chukwurah, Stephen Drake, Rebekah Goddard, Lance Gordon, Daniel van Halteren, Jeremiah Hochstetler, Sarah Icasiano, William Jenkins, Quinn Jones, Sofia Kaleho, Skye Malone, Annelise Oswald, Eden Smith, Brett Williams
Youth Orchestra
Lucas Adams, Chloe Cocomise, Sophia Coats, Sydney Kaleho, Eva Macdonald, Skye Malone, Emery March, Ezra Vejil
Choreography
Vienna Flurry, Jude Flurry
Stick Guys
Jonathan Saranga, Spencer Falk, Ewan Macdonald, Lucas Adams
Dancers
AGES 12 & UNDER
Sophia Adams,
Ella Brandon,
Thea Brown,
Sophia Coats,
Chloe Cocomise,
Ava Falk,
Eva Macdonald,
Sage Macdonald,
Adley March,
Adelaide Nagtegaal,
Nehemiah Nagtegaal,
Loma Turgeon,
Alexis Vejil,
Emery Vejil,
Ezra Vejil,
Rae Vejil,
Tephi Vejil
AGES 13-18
Katelyn Aldrich,
Caitlin Heerma,
Noah Hilliker,
Tara Hyde,
Sydney Kaleho,
Ewan Macdonald,
Emery March,
Rylie March,
Annaleigh Stowers
AGES 19+
Jude Flurry,
Vienna Flurry,
Ellie Hilliker,
Zoe Hilliker,
Leah Hyde,
Talon Kaleho,
Jacquelynn Locher,
Victoria Locher,
Isaac Macdonald,
Lara Macdonald,
Hali March,
Jordan Saranga,
Zach Williams
