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Mark Corcoran

Watch Irish teen with Autism stuns audience at London theatre with incredible performance

This video shows an Irish teen with Autism stun an audience at a London theatre with a fantastic performance.

Autistic children and adult performers from across the UK, Ireland and India came together to showcase their talents on stage at the mermaid theatre in London for Autism's Got Talent 2019.

The event included VIP guests Katie Price and Harvey , Dr Pam Spurr, X Factor finalist Gio Spano and actor Richard Mylan.

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Daniel Docherty from Kilkenny was one of the performers at the event and received a standing ovation for his performance of 'Bring Him Home' from the classic musical 'Les Miserables'.

Daniel is a 19-year-old singer with Aspergers syndrome.

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He told the Irish Mirror: "I had an incredible time in London, one of the best experiences of my life."

Daniel asked us to share the video in order to raise awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorders.

This young man has shown himself as an inspiration for others and should be extremely proud.

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