The Bad Arm - Confessions of a Dodgy Irish Dancer

The Irish lass Maire Clerkin grew up in London - and for anyone who’s familiar with British politics knows the cultural tug-of-war is enough to make and child stuck in the middle a bit jaded. Growing up with a workaholic Irish dance teacher for a mother, Clerkin was determined to win the praise of her mother. She had great feet and wonderful height but there was just one problem: her right arm. It never stayed down. Thus she shares with us a wayward life stuck in between two cultures and never becoming the star Irish dancer she longed to be. Clerkin is a natural performer. Her wit and self-deprecating humor is both hysterical and heartfelt. From the young child who earnestly seeks attention, to the innocent teenager and her first snog, ... full review

A wonderful performance and enjoyable journey. Funny, cute and clever! Maire is one heck of a great Irish dancer...made me want to dance along with her. ... full review