The application is in the name of David Orr who is a director at the Riverdance firm, Abhann Productions Ltd, along with Riverdance co-founders David McColgan and Moya Doherty.

Flatley’s representatives said losses will inevitably be incurred because the dancers ‘artistic direction’ is a vital component.

Michael Flatley claimed he was shocked at what he called 'the blatant level' of alleged 'overcharging'

The judge had heard the matter last week and was due to give judgment this Friday.

A three-judge Court of Appeal dismissed the former Riverdance star’s appeal application