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Friday, December 21, 2007

New Year's D.C. Tap Intensive w/ Chloe Arnold!

New Year's Tap Intensive
with Chloe Arnold
presented by D.C. Dance Collective

Saturday January 5th

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Technique/Warm Up
Adv Beg/Int/Adv

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Choreography
Int/Adv

Sunday January 6th

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Technique/Warm Up
Adv Beg/Int/Adv

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Choreography
Int/Adv

Cost
One Class $35
Two Classes $60
Three Classes $90
Four Classes $100
Where: D.C. Dance Collective - Nancy Newell
4908 Wisconsin Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20016
202.491.7676
www.dcdancecollective.com
(entrance on the lower level street parking or
metro red line Friendship Heights)
………………………………..
Chloe Arnold (Dancer/Actress/Director/Choreographer), a
D.C. native, was recently a principal Actor/Dancer in
Debbie Allen's Alex in Wonderland at the Kennedy Center,
featured in the new hit show Imagine Tap, Outkast's new
movie Idlewild, Beyonce's video Upgrade You as her dance
double, Sean Paul's music video for the movie Step Up and
at City Center, NYC in Jason Samuels Smith's ACGI.
Currently co-director of the Los Angeles Tap Festival,
Chloe was Associate Choreographer for ABC's American
Celebration, Debbie Allen's Pearl in Los Angeles, and is
choreographer for her group Syncopated Ladies. Performance
credits include Debbie Allen's Brothers of the Knight, Soul
Possesed, Sammy (the life and times of Sammy Davis Jr.),
Savion Glover's All Star Tap Revue, and The Oneness Awards
honoring Michael Jackson.

Film and television appearances include UPN's The Parkers,
One on One, Nickelodeon's Brothers Garcia, The Jerry Lewis
Telethon (Emmy Award Winning number), Dean Hargrove's short
film Tap Heat, and the AMC documentary Cool Women.
Currently on faculty at the Debbie Allen Dance Academy in
LA, Chloe has taught at the Broadway Dance Center in NYC,
P. Diddy's Summer Youth Program, NYCDA, Brazil, Japan,
Germany, and more. Through teaching and performing
internationally, Chloe passionately hopes to inspire
others. Chloe graduated from Columbia University with a
degree in film where she also studied theater, has directed
short films and independent music videos, and has produced
over 20 shows.

Download free posters of Jason Samuels Smith & more BLOCH Stars!

DOWNLOAD FREE POSTERS OF JASON SAMUELS SMITH and more BLOCH
STARS at:

http://www.blochworld.com/free-stuff/posters

THE JASON SAMUELS SMITH TAP SHOE debuts 2008...

JUBA! in China

JUBA! in China
December 21-23, 2007

CHRP is just one day and 6,000 miles from Beijing!

For those of you who don't yet know, CHRP is leading the
largest-ever presentation of tap in China with 50 U.S. tap
artists and seven jazz musicians from Columbia College
Chicago in the five closing performances of the month-long
Festival, which culminates Dec. 21-23 at the 2,900-seat
Beijing Exhibition Theater (see picture above).

CHRP's program, "JUBA! Masters of American Tap," will
present a who's who of American tap, including legend
Harold "Stumpy" Cromer; masters Sam Weber and CHRP Founder
and Artistic Director Lane Alexander; brilliant next
generation artists Tre Dumas, Jason Samuels Smith and
Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards; CHRP's performing ensemble BAM!;
guest artists from around the U.S.; and six of our finest
youth tap ensembles, including North Carolina Youth Tap
Ensemble, Keane Sense of Rhythm, Tappers with Attitude,
Footprints Tap Ensemble, Sole 2 Souls Dance Company, and
Rhythm and Percussion in Motion

Most importantly, these performances are only a part of a
larger cultural exchange between Chicago and China that
will span 5 years and influence all of CHRP's programming
in the years to come.

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Broadway Underground next show Jan. 8th!

BROADWAY UNDERGROUND

www.broadwayunderground.org

next show

Tuesday January 8

8:00pm

at

B.B. King Blues Club and Grill

237 West 42nd Street,New York,NY 10036

--------------------

TICKETS $18

Purchase online at

Theater Mania

or

Visit the box office on 42nd Street

Tickets sold through other ticketing venues may cost more.
In order to
get your seat for only $18 please use Theater Mania.

--------------------

Featuring

Jared Grimes & DeWitt Fleming, Jr.

The BU Band

T.A.D.A.H.

new guest artists

THE OPEN SESSION

--------------------

Restoring the spirit of entertainment, Broadway Underground
floors
audiences of every age with spontaneous and rhythmic
comedy. Tappers,
Jared Grimes and DeWitt Fleming host this "blast from the
past"
phenomenon filled with amazing talent straight off the New
York City
streets.

Artists move to this city every day to be discovered.
Broadway
Underground sifts through the web of talented hopefuls and
unleashes
sheer raw artistry onto a stage filled with live music and
packed
audiences. Every show offers new acts and hilarious skits
from the real
life stories of roommates Jared and DeWitt, who found their
start
singing and dancing underground in the subways of New York
City. The
open session ends the evening where artists flock to the
stage for their
minute of fame as they launch themselves into the den of
live talent to
be seen by all the world.

Tap Jam at the Reich's!

TAP JAM!!!
@ the Reich's

4271 Madison Ave.
Culver City, CA 90232

Friday, December 28, 2007
7:00 pm- until

Food and Drinks
Bring your shoes and your friends!

Jam into the New Year!!!

RSVP via email or call
Sarah Reich:
sourtaps@yahoo.com
310-963-3165

Holiday classes at BDC, Gypsy of the Year, & more!

Happy Holidays Everyone,
I hope you're not too stressed. I wanted to let you know a
few things that are coming up.

Tomorrow, Thursday is our holiday class at BDC. There's
usually chocolate involved and some silly Christmas combo
so get out your tap shoes, Francis and head on over.

Sunday the 23rd, Dana Moore will be teaching my theatre
dance class. Remember, she's the epitome of Fosse and one
of the nicest women I know. I'll be back the following
Sunday.

Subbing at Steps!
I'm subbing 8 classes at Steps in the next couple of weeks.
Here's the schedule:
Friday, Dec. 28: 7:45 Beg. Tap
Monday, Dec. 31: 11:30 Beg. Tap
1:00 Basic Tap
Wednesday, Jan 2: 11:30 Beg. Tap
1:00 Basic Tap
Friday, Jan. 4: 7:45 Beg. Tap
Monday, Jan. 7 11:30 Beg. Tap
1:00 Basic Tap

And a reminder: Starting Saturday, January 5, my Sunday
theatre dance class at BDC moves to Saturdays at 4:30.
It's the ONLY theatre dance class on Saturdays so I hope to
see you there.

I guess that's all the news that's fit to print. If I
don't see you before the holiday please have a safe and
happy one.
…………………..

2007 Gypsy of the Year

At the 2007 Gypsy of the Year awards original cast members
of "West Side Story" joined current Broadway gypsies in an
amazing and historical opening number celebrating the 50th
anniversary of the show. If you were there, here it is
again, with a bonus rehearsal video. (almost better than
the real thing). If you weren't there, please enjoy.
Video does not do it justice--but it's still phenomenal.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=KOjCsDezrrM

http://youtube.com/watch?v=B6gok589fVg

Best Wishes,
Crystal

Tradition In Tap- Winter Tap Residency 2008!

Happy Holidays Season!
May this coming year be of peace, prosperity and
tranquility.


* The Tradition In Tap - Winter Tap Residency 2008 is
scheduled to Friday, Saturday and Sunday, February 1-3,
2008.

The residency will take place in New York City and will be
conducted by Tap Giant Prof. Robert L. Reed.

Each day will start with a master class aimed to the lower
Adv. Beg. students. The second and third class will be
dedicated to 'Black Orpheus' - an original Prof. Robert L.
Reed choreography. A different segment of the routine will
be taught on each day of the residency. Those who attend
all 3 days will study the entire routine. This beautiful
and elegant routine is part of The Saint Louis Hoofers
repertory

A variety of class cards (including single classes) are now
available on the web site.

More information and an online / printable registration
forms are available at: www.TraditionInTap.org

Space is limited - register early!

* The First Oklahoma City Tap Festival will take place on
February 15-17, 2008. More information at: www.OKCTap.org

* Also, please mark your calendar with the dates for the
following upcoming events in the Tradition In Tap - Series:
- May 24-26, 2008 – Tradition In Tap Experience #13.
- November 7-9, 2008 – Tradition In Tap Experience #14.
Please feel free to e-mail me with any question or comment
you might have.

My e-mail address for this residency is:
WinterTapResidency2008@TraditionInTap.org
or call me directly at: 646-383-4949

Thanks and Shalom,

Ofer Ben - Executive Director
Tradition In Tap, Inc.

Tradition In Tap- Winter Tap Residency 2008!

Happy Holidays Season!
May this coming year be of peace, prosperity and
tranquility.


* The Tradition In Tap - Winter Tap Residency 2008 is
scheduled to Friday, Saturday and Sunday, February 1-3,
2008.

The residency will take place in New York City and will be
conducted by Tap Giant Prof. Robert L. Reed.

Each day will start with a master class aimed to the lower
Adv. Beg. students. The second and third class will be
dedicated to 'Black Orpheus' - an original Prof. Robert L.
Reed choreography. A different segment of the routine will
be taught on each day of the residency. Those who attend
all 3 days will study the entire routine. This beautiful
and elegant routine is part of The Saint Louis Hoofers
repertory

A variety of class cards (including single classes) are now
available on the web site.

More information and an online / printable registration
forms are available at: www.TraditionInTap.org

Space is limited - register early!

* The First Oklahoma City Tap Festival will take place on
February 15-17, 2008. More information at: www.OKCTap.org

* Also, please mark your calendar with the dates for the
following upcoming events in the Tradition In Tap - Series:
- May 24-26, 2008 – Tradition In Tap Experience #13.
- November 7-9, 2008 – Tradition In Tap Experience #14.
Please feel free to e-mail me with any question or comment
you might have.

My e-mail address for this residency is:
WinterTapResidency2008@TraditionInTap.org
or call me directly at: 646-383-4949

Thanks and Shalom,

Ofer Ben - Executive Director
Tradition In Tap, Inc.

Ileana Santamaria in East Harlem Dec 21 & 22!

Ileana Santamaria sings soft sweet n' swingin' with
Afro-Peruvian ensemble Afrodita -
Fri & Sat Dec 21 & 22 in East Harlem!

Creole is located at 2167 Third Avenue at 118th Street
(6 train to 116th st is the nearest subway station)

Admission should be no more than $10, though i'm not sure
yet.

We start playing at 9pm, and it's probably my favorite big
group gig to do right now, my own included, so i hope you
can come out and check it out.


peace, love and blessings and all the best in 2008 and
beyond!
Ileana

Avi Miller & Ofer Ben Workshop in Indianapolis!

Avi Miller & Ofer Ben - The Israeli Hoofers, will be
teaching a Tap Workshop at Indianapolis, Indiana.

1. The workshop is scheduled for Saturday, January 19th
2008 at:

Curtain Call Studio for Performing Arts
1833 . Expo Lane.
Indianapolis, IN 46214
Web site http://www.ccadance.com/master.htm

We will teach master classes from beginners to advanced
levels, and conduct a video presentation highlighting the
great masters of tap.

For more information and registration please contact Ms.
Laurie Copeland or Ms. Tammie Baker at 1-317-271-6688.

The Miller & Ben Tap Shoe will also be available for
measurements and purchase at the workshop.

We surely hope to see you tapping with us.

Thanks and Shalom,


Ofer Ben - Executive Director
Jazz Tap Center, Inc. / Tap Emporium
______________________
Jazz Tap Center, Inc.
www.JazzTapCenter.com

Postal Address: P.O.Box 1050
New York City, NY 10276, USA
Phone: (646) 383-4949

CHRP-- Annual Winter Workshop

Head south for the winter....Southside that is! Come down
to the Beverly Arts Center for our annual Winter Tap
JAMboree!, a weekend of workshops, scholarship auditions,
choreography competitions and performances.

For the first time, the Winter Tap JAMboree! will be under
the direction of tap star Tre Dumas, as CHRP continues to
diversify artistic leadership. The 3-day extravaganza
will feature some of the most innovative tap masters
around: Tre Dumas, Dianne "Lady Di" Walker, Gregg Russell,
CHRP Founder Lane Alexander, Guillem Alonso, Jumaane Taylor
and Lisa LaTouche.

If you're a tapper, don't miss a chance to learn from the
masters, compete for scholarships, and face off during our
annual Tap OFF! For everyone else, don't miss performances
by the amazing faculty at the JAMboree! concert on Feb.
17th.

BEVERLY ARTS CENTER
2407 W. 111th St.
Chicago, IL

Continue to check our http://www.chicagotap.org/ for
updates on this event. We'll have the full schedule posted
very soon.

To Register: Call 773-281-1825 or download a form online

Upcoming events from Tap Legacy!

Tap Legacy Instrument and Finger Lakes Tap Dance Festival

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Applications for Performance and Scholarship opportunities
for the 2008 Finger Lakes Tap Dance Festival are now
ONLINE. Be sure to visit the Downloads section of
www.fingerlakestapfestival.com for details.

This year's festival will be held from March 28-30, 2008
featuring Dr. Jimmy Slyde, Dianne "Lady Di" Walker,
Michelle Dorrance, Rocky Mendes, Andrew J. Nemr, and
Baakari Wilder. For details visit
www.fingerlakestapfestival.com .

Don't miss Ricky Skaggs and Bruce Hornsby on Jan 11th!

Ricky Skaggs and Bruce Hornsby on Friday, January 11. Tango Fire on Sunday, February 10. Oleta Adams Trio on Friday,
February 22and the acclaimed violinist Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg on
March 13. Randy Newman closes out PASA's Heymann Center shows on
April 28.

Jacqueline Lyle
Executive Director
Performing Arts Society of Acadiana
P.O. Box 52979
Lafayette, LA 70505
337 237-2787, ex. 204
www.pasa-online.org

Words from the Wise seeking new stories!

Saving our Heritage, One Story at a Time!

Words from the Wise is in the process of a nationwide
search to collect stories from the 50+ generations and
publish them in a book. We want to chronicle the wisdom of
the most experienced people. Whether it's your story or the
story of your parents or grandparents, we want to hear it!

Read about the project: http://www.wordsfromthewise.net/

We're looking for stories in the areas of:

Legacy
Inspiration
Personal Achievement
Discovery and Inventions
Generations of Globalization
World Events
We expect many of the stories will make us feel good,
however, we are not simply looking for 'feel good' stories.
We want to know what really happened for you, for your
family, or for your community. Your contributions will shed
light on the human condition and weave a tapestry of a
generation through personal stories. We anticipate your
stories will create a sense of connection to humanity,
inspiration for life, gratitude for our current living
conditions, and hope that it's never too late to make a
difference.

Find out more about the guidelines by visiting:
http://www.festivalofthewise.com/words/submissions.html

OPPORTUNITY: Audition for Black History Month tour!

AUDITION:

The Willingham Project, artistic Directoer Lisa
Johnson-Willingham, is looking for dancers, singers,
poets, and musicians to perform in our Black History
Month tour.
we will pay a stipend for the performances. We have
scheduled school tours and college performances.

rehearsal will begin January 7th, 2008 at 6:30pm
-8:30pm at kennicott park, 4434 S Lake Park.

We need 5 female dancers and 4 male dancers

Please send your info and resume to:
willinghamproject@yahoo.com or call 773 269 9147

Affordable gifts at www.AfricanDiasporaDVD.com!

Visit www.AfricanDiasporaDVD.com for affordable,
valuable gifts for the holiday season!

Looking for an affordable, valuable gift for your loved
ones for this Holiday season? Visit
www.AfricanDiasporaDVD.com and choose among some of the
best films from Africa and the African Diaspora you can
find anywhere! Masai: The Rain Warriors and Adios Momo are
two films for the entire family that put forward the values
of literacy and group solidarity. And for the very young,
Kirikou and the Sorceress is a classic not to be missed.

For lovers of African Cinema, offer Great African Films
Vol. 1 and Vol 2, two recently released DVDs that feature a
total of 4 award winning films from Mali and Burkina Faso:
Faraw! Mother of the Dunes and Haramuya in Vol. 1, and Sia,
The Dream of the Python and Tasuma, the Fighter in Vol. 2.
And for World Music lovers, choose the socially conscious
musical comedy 100% Arabica starring Khaleb and Cheb Mami.

Other titles available online include Back to Africa,
Maangamizi: The Ancient One , Every Child is Born a Poet:
The Life and Work of Piri Thomas and many more...

All the films are now available at a 40% discount!

OPPORTUNITY: Audition for dancers

Audition for dancers
Acclaimed Latino contemporary dance company
Luna Negra Dance Theater
is looking for female and male dancers for future openings
National and international touring - 32 week contract with
benefits starting summer of 2008

"This is a company that knows what it means to really move
- to luxuriate in both the body and the story."
- Hedy Weiss, Chicago Sun-Times


Photo by Audia, featuring Vanessa Valecillos and Ricardo J.
Garcia.

Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at 1:00pm
Ballet technique/barre
followed by Luna Negra Repertory

Where:
The Ailey Studios
The Joan Weill Center for Dance
405 West 55th Street at 9th Avenue
New York, New York 10019
Please bring your resume and a headshot

RSVP is Required
Please e-mail Vanessa Valecillos at vanessa@lunanegra.org

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Luna Negra Dance Theater will be performing from January 25
to February 3 at the New Victory Theater (42nd Street).
Don't miss this great opportunity to see Luna Negra's
impressive artistry, passion and energy!
For tickets, call 646-223-3010 or visit newvictory.org.
To learn more about the company, please visit
www.lunanegra.org
............................
Luna Negra Dance Theater is an equal opportunity employer
fully committed to achieving a diverse artistic team.
Dancers of all backgrounds welcome. U.S. citizenship or
permanent resident status required.

Luna Negra Dance Theater creates, performs and teaches
contemporary dance by Latino choreographers. The company's
distinctive style artfully blends ballet and modern dance
movements strongly flavored by Latin and Afro-Caribbean
dance forms. Luna Negra's repertory includes original works
by Cuban-born founder and artistic director Eduardo Vilaro
as well as by acclaimed Latino choreographers Ron DeJesus,
Vicente Nebrada, Septime Webre, Pedro Ruiz, Alejandro
Cervera and others.

www.lunanegra.org

LUNA NEGRA DANCE THEATER
1016 N. Dearborn Parkway
Chicago, IL 60610
312-337-6882

Friday, November 30, 2007

Jason Samuels Smith Winner of 2007-2008 Alpert/MacDowell Residency Award!

CONGRATS to Jason Samuels Smith, Winner of a 2007-2008
Alpert/MacDowell Residency Award and a National Performance
Network Grant!

DANCE STUDIO LIFE December '07 ISSUE-- featuring an interview with Dianne Walker!

CHECK out the new publication: DANCE STUDIO LIFE on sale
now... DECEMBER 2007 is dedicated to TAP DANCE and features
an interview with Dianne "Lady Di" Walker.

ALSO don't miss LEE HOWARD on the current cover of DANCE
SPIRIT MAGAZINE with an article featured on this talented
upcoming artist!

Go see CHLOE ARNOLD in Debbie Allen's ALEX IN WONDERLAND!

Go see CHLOE ARNOLD in Debbie Allen’s ALEX IN WONDERLAND!!!

ALEX IN WONDERLAND
December 12th - 21st
Gala - December 13th

Come see Chloe as the White Rabbit!
along w/ co-stars
Tachina Arnold, Robert Torti, Tracy Kennedy, and Kyle Jones
as Alex

WWW.CHLOEARNOLD.COM

Announcing the West Coast Premiere of Debbie Allen's "Alex
In
Wonderland." This family friendly "dance-ical" comes to
the UCLA Freud
Playhouse December 12-21, 2007.

The Washington Post said that "Alex" pays charmingly sassy
tribute to
iconic children's literature, including classic fairy tales
and the
madcap inventions of Lewis Carroll."

Ticket prices $15- $38.50 for TARGET Family Matinees and
Evening
performances. Tickets are selling fast - Get yours today!
Call the
UCLA Ticket Office at (310) 825-2101.

Gala Tickets $250 and up. Don't miss this star-studded
event. For
Tickets call Poko Events at 310.441.5500

Freud Playhouse
UCLA Campus
405 Hilgard Avenue
Los Angeles, CA

For more information - www.ChloeArnold.com

DORMESHIA SUMBRY EDWARDS in THE RISE & FALL OF MISS THANG in NYC!!!

DON’T MISS IT!

DORMESHIA SUMBRY EDWARDS starring in

THE RISE & FALL OF MISS THANG in NYC!!!

Miss Thang screens in Harlem on Dec. 6, tickets on sale
now!

The New York African Diaspora Film Festival will be
screening the award
winning HD feature, The Rise & Fall of Miss Thang, in
Harlem on
Thursday December 6. As a part of their Women's Indies
Night, "Miss
Thang" will shown with the short documentary Gene Boy Came
Home and
will be followed by a catered reception. The screening
will take place
at 8:30pm on December 6, 2007 at The Schomburg Center
located at 136th
street and Lenox. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased
online (click
special events and look for Women Indies Night).
http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?BevaId=144424

The 15th Annual African Diaspora Film Festival (ADFF) is
bringing to
New York a line up of 102 films from 37 countries. With its
new
Filmmaker in Residence program and two additional venues –
the Cowin
Center at Teachers College, Columbia University and the
Thalia Theater
– ADFF 2007 is bigger and more adventurous than ever.
Please visit
ADFF's website for schedule and programs at
http://www.nyadff.com

The Rise and Fall of Miss Thang tells the story of a young
Chicago
woman who re-kindles her love for the art of tap dance.
"Miss Thang"
recently won the Best Feature Narrative Award at the
International
Black Film Festival of Nashville. The film stars Dormeshia
Sumbry-Edwards, a world renowned tap dancer who made
history when she
became the first female dancer in Savion Glover's Bring in
'Da Noise,
Bring in 'Da Funk on Broadway.
http://www.myspace.com/missthangmovie

New Kids Programming & Ongoing Classes at THE HARLEM TAP STUDIO!

BY REQUEST...

NEW KIDS PROGRAMMING & ONGOING CLASSES
AT THE HARLEM TAP STUDIO!!!

Located at 401 West 149th st. bet Convent & St. Nicholas
avenue (A train to 145st):

Class Schedule

$15.00/ per class

SATURDAYS

Children/ Int.
(Age 10 - 13)
3:30p.m. - 4:30p.m.
D. Edwards

Children/ Beg.
(Age 5 - 8)
4:30p.m. - 5:30p.m.
D. Edwards

MONDAYS

Adult/ Tap
5:30p.m. - 7:00p.m.
D. Edwards

For Private Lessons call
(212) 780-2139

CHECK OUT THE NEW LOOK OF WWW.HARLEMTAP.COM

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Disclaimer Before learning from these dvd's please consult
a physician. We are not responsible for any injuries. These
tapes are based on Street Style Dance, there is no medical
advice on these styles, and health risks vary depending on
the individual.

Buy Now: $20.00 USD
S & H: $5.50
Disclaimer Before learning from these dvd's please consult
a physician. We are not responsible for any injuries. These
tapes are based on Street Style Dance, there is no medical
advice on these styles, and health risks vary depending on
the individual.

Mr Wiggles
www.mrwiggles.biz
email: mrwiggleseb@hotmail.com
web: http://www.mrwiggles.biz
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divinerhythmnyc@gmail.com

Robin Dunn's F.A.C.E. is BACK!!!

ROBIN DUNN'S
F.A.C.E.
IS BACK!!!
THREE (3) SATURDAYS
December 1, 8, and 15, 2007
3:00-6:00pm
December 15th:
OPEN HOUSE
Get feedback from a Surprise Industry Professional


ROBIN DUNN'S F.A.C.E
{Aritst, Business & Personal Empowerment}
{"Tools for a better you"}
{See Yourself in Robin Dunn's F.A.C.E.}

F.A.C.E. an acronym for
"Focus, Attitude, Confidence, Energy and
Eye Contact" is what vocal coach,
Craig Derry calls, Robin's "Inside Work."

Robin Dunn's F.A.C.E. workshop is designed to aid
performing artists,
business professionals and indivduals with the ultimate in
personal
empowerment aiding you with seeing your true self.
F.A.C.E. brings out
the best in you.
Work on improving your performance on stage, on camera, in
the work
place and in your daily life. The class begins with a warm
up followed
by Robin's Colorizing exercise and in-class performances
followed by
Robin's feedback and empowerment magic. All designed to
build
confidence and complete self discovery.

Robin has worked with some of the top artists in the
business such as
Saturday Night Live, Pepsi, Nickelodeon, Apollo Amateur
Night, Missy
Elliot, Tony award winner, Heather Headley, The Braxtons
featuring Jay
Z (Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards), Teen Vogue featuring
Jive recording
artist Chris Brown, Jive recording artist Joe, Raven
Symone, and more...

Don't miss this unique opportunity taught in an
atmosphere of support
and positivtiy.

Please email or call us to reserve your spot and for
location , rates
and other information.

Enter the New Year a better you!!!
~~~~~
Sign Up Now for
Robin Dunn's F.A.C.E. !!!

Robin Dunn
-E.D . Entertainment
-Robin Dunn's F.A.C.E.
-E.D. P & P
(212) 642-8188 Telephone
(212) 265-3633 Fax
edent1304@aol.com
www.myspace.com/birddance

TAP JAM!!! At the Reich’s, Friday 11/30!

HEY EVERYBODY!!!

I'm holding a TAP JAM at my house this coming Friday,
November 30th.

All hoofers and observers are invited!!!

Please come, bring your tap shoes, and get ready to jam!

Live Music

7:00 pm- until

Sarah Reich
4271 Madison Ave
Culver City, CA 90232
310-963-3165

sourtaps@yahoo.com


HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!

Sarah A. Reich

A Message from Cobi Narita: Re. Closing of Cobi's Place

*READ BELOW - IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED IN HELPING IN ANY WAY
OR CAN OFFER A VENUE, please contact us immediately at
2122621394. THANK YOU!

A Message from Cobi Narita: Re. Closing of Cobi's Place by
the Fire Department on Nov. 9.

I'm writing to you to reassure all your readers that the
elevator is
perfectly safe, only VERY VERY SLOW. Someone who comes to
our concerts
and was upset that the elevator was so slow, reported us 5
times to the
Fire Department as having an unsafe elevator! Manny's has
the elevator
inspected, checked or looked at a minimum of at least 6
times a year,
since, yes, it is an OLD SLOW elevator.

One problem, as everyone who's been there knows, was that
the old
doors, A COUPLE TIMES IN 7 YEARS, jammed shut, would not
open to let
anyone into the elevator, and we walked down the stairs
into Manny's
and out the door to the street. Manny's staff stayed to
help us out -
no one panicked - everyone was cooperative and helpful. So
we weren't
closed due to the elevator, but because I did not have two
ways of
egress (elevator does not count).

Although I must rest a couple of months due to problems
with my
health, I am looking for another space to continue my
special three
events: vocalists' open mic, tap, and Delilah Jackson's
films. I love
these three events!

All my love,
Cobi

Master Tap Class with Charon Aldredge in Orange County!

MASTER TAP CLASS
With
CHARON ALDREDGE
In
Orange County!!!
"The Critics call her BRILLIANT!

By the age of twelve Charon Aldredge had performed on
stage, film, and television with Honi Coles, Debbie Allen,
and Savion Glover. She spent her early teen years
performing jazz and hip-hop on Disney’s kids show “Kids
Incorporated”, her high school years performing hip-hop in
various music videos and tours, and her college years
furthering her ballet and modern training in addition to
the art of choreography at New York University’s, Tisch
School of the Arts. After receiving her Bachelor of Fine
Arts from NYU, Charon went on to perform all over the
world. She was featured in the national/international tour
of “Riverdance the Show”, “Cab Calloway’s Legacy of Swing”,
Savion Glover's Improvography ll at Hollywood's Kodak
Theatre, and she was one of the first tap dancers to ever
perform at Russia's Kremlin Palace Theatre. She is the
founder of Kiddie Rhythms™ Performing Arts Programs &
Workshops, which was created to provide youth in low-income
areas easy access to the performing arts. Charon continues
to perform and choreograph professionally in Tap, Jazz,
Hip-Hop, Modern, African, and Ballet. Look out for Charon
and her future works at www.Charonis.com.
SUNDAY, December 3rd
1:30 – 3:00

$30 at the door
(If you enroll in advance in-person, or online, it's $25!)

www.mvdpac.com

Mission Viejo Dance and Performing Arts Center*
27652 Camino Capistrano
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
949-367-0099
(same place as where the OC Tap Fest was)

News from American Tap Dance Foundation!

American Tap Dance Foundation

We've Moved!!

Our classes will still be held at Chelsea Studios; however,
our
administrative office has moved. Please update your records
with our
new address:

American Tap Dance Foundation
18 West 27th St. - 6th Floor
New York, NY 10001
…………………………………………………………………………

Brenda Bufalino teaches 4 week workshop

Tap Technique & Repertory


Class will focus on: Building technique, tone, texture
speed and
clarity. Developing material in a variety of modes...swing,
bop,
latin...Musicality...learning words and melodies of
Standards and
Blues Heads. Improvisation...improvising in multiple modes.
Conscious
improvisation leading to spontaneous composition. Trading
fours,
eights, and whole choruses. Simultaneous and collective
group
improvisation. Repertory...Ms. Bufalino will teach new
original
repertory, as well as repertory created for the American
Tap Dance
Orchestra which was founded in 1986 by master tap dancers
Brenda
Bufalino, Tony Waag, and the late Charles 'Honi' Coles.
From 1986
through 1999, the Orchestra performed in hundreds of
concert, stage,
and film projects and thrilled audiences around the world.

When:
Nov. 28, Dec. 5, Dec. 12, Dec. 19
Wednesdays 12:00 - 2:00 pm

How Much:
$30/single class
$105 for all 4 classes

Where:
Stepping Out Studios
37 W. 26th St. 9th Floor
between Broadway & 6th

Reggio "THE HOOFER" as THE NUT TAPPER!

Reggio “THE HOOFER” as THE NUT TAPPER!

December 9, 2007

Sunday 4:00 PM

The Nut Tapper is a uniquely spirited annual Christmas
show, an
exhilarating twist on Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic that
uses
percussive dance instead of ballet to tell a tale of
holiday
celebration. The Nut Tapper draws its fascinating rhythms
from multiple
percussive dance traditions including Spanish gypsy
flamenco, Mexican
Zapateado, Appalachian Clog, and, of course, American Tap.

Athenaeum Theatre
2936 N. Southport Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60657
773.935.6860

Tickets available through TicketMaster
$25 Main Floor - $20 Balcony
Senior/Children discount $5
www.reggiothehoofer.com

Tap Legacy Websites New Look + Shop Amazon.com now to support!!!

Check out Our New Look
Tap Legacy Online Family of Websites

We've been hard at work redesigning our websites to provide
our
visitors with the best possible online experience. All Tap
Legacy™
Online websites are now linked together and have the same
look and
feel. Be sure to visit them all.

Tap Legacy Online

Finger Lakes Tap Dance Festival

Gregory Hines Tribute Site

Dr. Henry LeTang Tribute Site
--------

Shop Amazon.com - Support Tap Legacy

Shop Amazon.com NOW

Get your holiday shopping done and support TLF all at the
same time.
Simply visit Tap Legacy Online and click on the Shop
Amazon.com link.

Amazon.com will then donate a percentage of the total of
your purchase
to the Tap Legacy Foundation.

You don't have to do anything but click and shop.

Tap Legacy Online


Sincerely,

Andrew J. Nemr
President and Co-founder
Tap Legacy Foundation, Inc.

The Gift of Dance --Rustyfrank.com!

Dear Dancers,

The Holidays are upon us! Do you need help with your
holiday shopping and "wish lists"? If so, here I am, at
your service.

THE GIFT OF DANCE

HERE ARE SOME OF THE NEAT THINGS IN MY STORE:

Instructional Tap and Lindy DVDs*
Great Dance Music CDs
"TAP! The Greatest Tap Dance Stars and Their Stories
(which I can personally autograph).
and
If you are local, my classes and passes to the Rhythm Club
can even be neat gifts!

*GREAT DISCOUNTS!

In making your order, make sure to leave us plenty of time
for shipping to arrive in time for the holiday. Click HERE
to go right to my dance store.

Happy Holidays to all of you, and best wishes for a great
New Year!

Dancingly,

Rusty
http://rustyfrank.com
310 606 5606

Entertainment Industry Expo

ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY EXPO

ONLY 3 WEEKS LEFT TO RESERVE YOUR EXHIBITOR SPACE!

CALL TODAY - 212.404.2465

The Entertainment Industry Expo ("EIE") is a bi-annual
event that
provides businesses direct access to thousands of
Entertainment
Industry Professionals. Combined with elite exhibitors,
intensive
industry workshops, and live interviews and casting calls,
EIE
provides your company with the ultimate opportunity to
brand your
business and convert thousands of leads into new customers.

Generate NEW CUSTOMERS
Gain direct face-to-face contact with thousands of
entertainment
professionals
Introduce your company to new prospects
Make immediate on-the-spot sales
Generate NEW CUSTOMERS
Reach a large prospect pool within a short period of time
Brand your business
Direct access to your target market
Introduce new products and services
Generate NEW CUSTOMERS
Conduct market research
Direct access to the press
Live product and service demonstrations
Distribute product samples
Stay a step ahead of your competition
Did we mention generate NEW CUSTOMERS?

SAG, Network Solutions, Hairspray, FedEx, eEmerge Office
Space, Bank
of America, 2(x)ist, Variety, Theatrical Stage Employees
Local One,
New York Film Academy, Crunch Fitness, BroadwayWorld.com,
Blue Man
Group, Constant Contact Email Marketing, Alex Kaplan's
Professional
Headshots, Telsey & Company, MMG Model Management Group,
Davenport
Theatrical Enterprises, ImageworksNYC, NY411, ZFX, Film in
the City,
The Zipper Theater, ZFX, and many many more.... (for a
complete list
visit our website)

It's time you joined the HOTTEST event that brings the
Entertainment
Industry right to you.


EXHIBITOR DEADLINE: December 14th.

3 easy ways to book your exhibitor space:
Call 212.404.2465

Download the Exhibitor
Guide Here

Visit us online at
www.EIENYC.com.

CALL TODAY & RESERVE YOUR SPACE!

OPPORTUNITY: Dance Audition Notice

OPPORTUNITY:

The Annette Hawkins Dance Ensemble

Expressing the Ecstasy of Movement

312-842-2402

www.annettehawkins.org

Annettehawkinsdance@hotmail.com


DANCE AUDITION NOTICE

ALL LEVELS

The Annette Hawkins Dance Ensemble is looking for dancers
to fill
company positions, and to perform in the 4th Annual "DANCE
SISTAH,
DANCE" FESTIVAL. Dancers interested in auditioning may do
so by
presenting a 30 second routine, or by completing a few
technique
exercises and a short routine given by the choreographer.
We are
seeking 10 female dancers who enjoy Jazz, Hip Hop and
African dance
styles. Experience is not necessary, but a positive
attitude and the
ability to learn quickly is. Auditions will be done on an
individual
basis, and rehearsals will be held on Saturdays from 10:30
to 12:30.
Please call 312-842-2401 for South Side location and to
schedule your
audition, or e-mail at the address listed above.

The Hawkins Dance Ensemble exists purely for the joy of
dance and for
inspiring others to dance. This is non-paid position and a
small
monthly fee is necessary to cover expenses. As members of
our company,
you will receive continued education in various dance
styles. Members
also receive discounted classes and the opportunity to
perform several
times a year. We aim to provide opportunities for dancers
to indulge
themselves in the many expressions of dance. This includes
the
opportunity to learn, teach, choreograph and perform pieces
of several
styles. We produce two major concerts per year to showcase
the talent
of our members and students.

The Annette Hawkins Dance Ensemble performs regularly at
Cultural
Events, Festivals, Schools, Universities, Churches,
Community Centers
and Private Parties.

OPPORTUNITY: Open Auditions for "Temptations"

OPPORTUNITY:

Open Auditions
For the stage play
"Temptations"
SEX, TEEN PREGNANCY, DRUGS, GANGS
Is it really worth it?


Date: December 8, 2007
Time: 8:00 a.m. at 2:00 p.m.
Where: The Hilton Hotel in the Executive Room
Address: 9333 S. Cicero
Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453
Who: Adults and Chicago Public High School
Students

***PLEASE BE ON TIME. EARLY SIGN IN 7:45 A.M.
LAST SIGN IN IS AT 1:45 P.M. ***

Friday, November 02, 2007

Mr. Wiggles with Rock Steady Crew on DANCING WITH THE STARS! November 6th!

Hip Hop Legend Mr. Wiggles will chreograph and appear with
Rock Steady Crew on

DANCING WITH THE STARS on November 6th...

Don't miss it!
www.mrwiggles.biz

Just a Reminder: Sue Samuels' Teaching Schedule!

BROADWAY DANCE CENTER - 322 W. 45th St. between 8th and 9th
Ave.

*BEGINNER LEVEL: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
mornings 10:30-12

Friday night 7:30-9

*BASIC LEVEL: Tuesday and Thursday 2-3:30


ALVIN AILEY - 405 W. 55th St. @ 9th Avenue

*BASIC/BEGINNER LEVEL: Monday 7:30-9

*ADVANCED/BEGINNER LEVEL: Tuesday and Thursday 10-11:30am

Wednesday 7:30-9

Saturday 4-5:30

Jason Samuels Smith teaches at Ailey in November!

***Jason Samuels Smith will be teaching at the Ailey
Studios for the month of November... please check their
website for up to the minute scheduling at
www.alvinailey.org

Dance Chicago Workshop featuring M.A.D.D. Rhythms' own Jummane Taylor!

Dance Chicago Workshop featuring M.A.D.D. Rhythms' own
Jummane Taylor

Dance Chicago 2007
New Talent Workshop & Showcase

Balle/Jazz/Modern/Tap/Hip Hop

* Internationally Acclaimed Faculty
* Small Size Classes
* Winning Prizes

Students ages 7 throught teens

November 3rd & 4th, 2007

S.P.A.C.E.
1439 W. Wellington Ave., 3rd Floor,
Chicago, IL. 60657


For more information visit:
www.spacentertainment.com
RSVP @ 773-880-1701
Download Registration form:
http://www.spacentertainment.com/new_talent_workshop

TRADITION IN TAP's Upcoming Workshop!

The upcoming workshop in the 'Tradition In Tap - Series'
will be
dedicated to the work of 'Hollywood Tap Star' Ms. Miriam
Nelson.

The workshop is scheduled to take place in New York City on
the
weekend of November 9-11 2007.

This workshop will feature original choreography taught by
the master
herself - Ms. Miriam Nelson, and honorary Tap Master
Classes by
leading tap artists: Ofer Ben, Karen Callaway Williams,
Debbi Dee,
Rusty Frank, Ray Hesselink, Melba Huber, Avi Miller,
Germaine
Salsberg, Prof. Hank Smith, Shea Sullivan & Dianne "Lady
Di" Walker.

The workshop is sponsored in part by New York City
Department of
Cultural Affairs & Dance Spirit / Dance Teacher Magazines,
and will
take place at Nola Studios in midtown Manhattan.

The Participants Showcase will take place on Saturday Nov.
10, at The
Theatre at St. Peter's Church, Citigroup Center. See the
website for
guidelines and application form.

The workshop includes:

- Three days of intensive tap experience.

- Original Choreography created and taught by the 'Master'
herself.

- Honorary Master Classes by leading tap artists.

- Participants Showcase.

- Tradition In Tap - Award Presentation.

- Tap History Talks.

- Video Presentation.

- Tap Technique.

- 'Dance Teacher Recognizes' certificate (For Teachers
Only).


The workshop consists of:

- Two separate adult programs for intermediate, advanced
and
professional levels.

- Youth program for tappers age 10-13, exposing them to
the genius of
the masters.

Tradition In Tap is proud to announce an expanded
scholarship program,
so that more aspiring tap dancers may attend The Miriam
Nelson Tap
Experience.

Scholarships are made possible by funds granted by, New
York City
Department of Cultural Affairs, 'Sponsor A Tap Dancer'
program &
Tradition In Tap - Advisory Committee. Please refer to the
web site
for more information and an application form.

If you are interested in becoming a personal sponsor to a
tap dancer
in need, join our 'Sponsor A Tap Dancer' program and
provide
additional dancers with the partial or full tuition for a
workshop in
the Tradition In Tap Series.

Extensive information and an online registration form is
available now
on the web site: www.TraditionInTap.org

The workshop's poster will be sent out in few days - please
be sure to
update us with your current mailing address.

Space is limited - register early!

Monsters of HipHop 5th Anniversary Tour!

Excited To Celebrate Our
5th year of Bringing You The Only Dance Convention &
Workshops
Featuring The Top Choreographers In The Industry
Plus More Opportunities
Than Any Dance Convention!

Dance with us when we come to your city.


Monsters of HipHop Portland, OR

*MR.WIGGLES will be there...

November 10-11, 2007
Red Lion on the River
*CONVENTION AT 85% CAPACITY, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE
TODAY &
RESERVE YOUR SPOT*

Monsters of HipHop East Brunswick NJ
November 17-18, 2007
Hilton East Brunswick, NJ
*ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN!*
"Early Registration Rates Expire On November 4th For Online
Registration"

Monsters of HipHop Dallas TX
January 5-6, 2008
Westin Park Central
MOHH Rate of $109 Available Thru Dec 12th
Call to reserve now - 888-627-7032
**ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAIL. NOV 1st**

Monsters of HipHop Tuscon, AZ
January 19-20, 2008
Doubletree Hotel Tucson at Reid Park
MOHH Rate of $139 Available Thru Dec 17th
Call to reserve now - 800-222-8733
**ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAIL. NOV 1st**

Don't miss Bril Barrett and Viola Elkin's performance- NOV 14TH!

DANCE CHICAGO PRESENTS
EXTENDED VIEW: HIP HOP
PROGRAM 3
ATHENAEUM THEATRE
2936 N SOUTHPORT-CHICAGO
WED NOV 14 2007 7:30PM
tickets are available at ticketmaster www.ticketmaster.com
type in
Dance Chicago and then look for Extended View Hip Hop
program 3
or click this link www.ticketmaster.com/artist/1160339
tickets are $20
I will be presenting 2 shows in one
The first half will be Music Gave Me Life: The R.A.G.E.
Project
presents a theatrical journey as what music has give me and
allowed me
to give to other people. Strong powerful movements with a
message:
Featured dancers Anthony Michelle Cathy Tammy Kiki Kathy
Tarik Angie
Culture Shock Chicago

The second half is RawFunkyStreetFlav- me showcasing
dancers who
embody what is Raw, Funky, Street, and have a unique Flav
to them. I
will be hosting this show with Anthony Wolfe as well as
performing, it
should be tons of fun!
featuring: Culture Shock Chicago, Bril Barrett, Hip Hop
Force, Roberto
Lebron and Justin Roberts, Icon and friends, Eilleen
Mallary and
Christina Santarelli, Perfect Tymin, Willie White, Kendra
Hill and
friends, NonStop, Nico and friends, Onyx, Sapana, Chris
Nazadoski and
friends.......and more!

Soulful and funky!
I would love for you ALL to come. I am always trying to get
you to
come take class but this time you get to watch and enjoy. I
will be
featuring dancers from LeT tHE fuNk fLOw as promised they
worked hard
and we are celebrating our first year of classes. Let this
show
inspire you to stay true to what you feel, release through
movement,
and change the world!
Tickets are on sale now! Support Dance Chicago, it takes
one person to
believe in you, and I am so thankful that Dance Chicago
believes in
me. This showcase is where I got my first start as a
performer in a
theater back in 1999 and it has pushed me to work harder
each year as
I presented work for Culture Shock Chicago. Yes Culture
Shock Chicago
dancers will be in this show...OF COURSE! They are my life,
my family
my love, my growth so support them too we will also be in
some other
programs in Dance Chicago as well as all these other great
performers!
They will be apart of Dance Chicago too! So check out the
whole series
of shows.....BUT DON'T MISS MINE!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=C9yAmGeJedY

Thanks so much for your support
VioLa E. Elkins

PERF. WORKSHOP WITH CHANNING COOK-HOLMES AND COMMUNITY SHOWCASE!

He's been on Broadway and the big screen, won multiple
Princess Grace
awards, danced and served as Musical Director for
STEPOLOGY's Bay Area
Rhythm Exchange, delighted thousands around the world with
his
talents, and now Channing Cook-Holmes wants to work with
YOU!

From Nov. 17-18, STEPOLOGY presents an OPEN LEVEL
Performance Workshop
with Channing Cook-Holmes. Participants will spend 6 hours
of class
time working closely with Channing to compile a rhythm tap
performance
piece. The weekend will conclude with a public performance
of the
piece in a Community Showcase Performance! Details are:

Classes: Sat.-Sun. 11/17-11/18, 12-3:30pm (All levels
welcome)

Performance: Sun. 11/18 at 3:30pm -- This performance will
feature
Channing's workshop class and will also include an open
stage for
additional performances from Bay Area tappers. ***A small
donation
will be requested of audience members at the door***.

Location: All events take place at ODC Theater, 3153 17th
St. @
Shotwell, SF, CA 94110

Adv. Registration (Postmarked by 11/11): $60 participation
fee
includes 6 class hours and performance

On-site Registration or after 11/11: $70 participation fee

To Register in advance: Mail check to STEPOLOGY, P.O. Box
420889, San
Francisco, CA 94142

More info: Anyone interested in participating in either
the workshop,
the performance, or both, should email stepology@yahoo.com
or visit
www.stepology.com/classes.html for more information.

This event is made possible through the generous support of
the San
Francisco Foundation.

News from STEPOLOGY!

STEPOLOGY now offers the following ongoing classes in San
Francisco:

Sundays: 12-1pm -- Int./Adv. Tap Choreography and
Performance

San Francisco Dance Center
26 Seventh Street, 5th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
415.863.3040

www.sfdancecenter.org

Tuesdays: 5:30-6:30pm -- Beginning/Intermediate Rhythm Tap
6:30-7:30pm -- Intermediate/Advanced Rhythm
Tap

Rhythm and Motion Dance Center @

ODC Dance Commons

351 Shotwell St.

San Francisco, CA 94110

415.863.9830

www.odcschool.org

www.rhythmandmotion.com

Note: Classes held in the ODC Dance Commons Skirball
Studio feature a
sprung wood floor and a state of the art sound system.
Check it out!

Wednesdays: 7-8pm -- Beginning/Intermediate Rhythm Tap
8-9pm -- Intermediate/Advanced Rhythm
Tap

City Dance Center

32 Otis St..

San Francisco, CA 94103

415.297.1172

www.citydance.org

Thursdays: 6-7pm -- Beginning/Intermediate Rhythm Tap
7-8pm -- Intermediate/Advanced Rhythm Tap

San Francisco Dance Center
26 Seventh Street, 5th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94103
415.863.3040

www.sfdancecenter.org

(NOTE: All classes are subject to change. Contact the
specific studio
for class schedules, policies, prices and directions.)
V. 2007 BAY AREA TAP FEST COMMEMORATIVE SHIRTS NOW
AVAILABLE
ONLINE!

2007 Bay Area Tap Festival commemorative shirts and more
are available
for purchase online through www.cafepress.com/2007batf/

Check out these cool new STEPOLOGY women's and men's tops,
hats, and
more at www.cafepress.com/stepology.
=============================

STEPOLOGY GROWTH -- HOW YOU CAN BE INVOLVED!

Love tap dance? Looking to help make a difference for tap,
dance,
and/or the arts in general? In search of a proven yet
progressive
cause to which to lend your talents? STEPOLOGY is actively
seeking
individuals to help as the organization continues its
unprecedented
expansion in the San Francisco Bay Area into a year-round
presenting
organization.

Since inception in 2003, STEPOLOGY has been fortunate to
present a
wide array of incredibly talented tap artists, and to
garner an
unparalleled amount of general audience appreciation,
critical
acclaim, and government/foundational support for tap in the
San
Francisco Bay Area. However, 2007-2008 marks a new era for
the
organization -- an era of even more growth in which the
collective
efforts of many more individuals will be necessary to
continue
STEPOLOGY's mission of preserving and propelling the
American art form
of tap dancing.

If you feel you would like to play a part in these
groundbreaking
efforts on behalf of tap in the Bay Area -- from stamping
letters to
planning fundraising events to serving on the STEPOLOGY
Board of
Directors -- please contact STEPOLOGY at 415-294-4941, or
email
stepology@yahoo.com to find out more.

And please, don't wait. Preparations for next year's 2008
Bay Area
Tap Festival are already underway. To get an idea of the
magnitude of
the impact that your efforts can have, check the links
below for what
the critics have to say about the spectacular 2007 Bay Area
Rhythm
Exchange Concert Performance!

News from TapHeritage.org!

Mark Your Calendar:

The 2008 St. Louis Tap Festival will be
July 21 - July 26, 2008!!!
………………………………….

Make sure to catch the fusion of Kathak and Tap in MILAN!

Saturday November 3rd, 7:30 PM

Clayton High School Auditorium, St. Louis, MO

……………………………………

November 10 - Parker Dance Academy - Parker, Colorado -

Robert L. Reed Master Classes - 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM & 7:00 -
8:30 PM

St. Louis Hoofers Club Auditions Workshops

For more information: www.tapheritage.org

News from The Ailey Extension!

DECEMBER WORKSHOP: OM yoga for Dancers

GET ONE FREE EXTENSION CLASS!

If Monday is your only night off from performing,
rejuvenate your
spirit and energize your body!

OM YOGA FOR DANCERS
Monday, December 10, 2007
6:30-8:30PM
With OM yoga instructor and professional dancer Shila
Tirabassi

$20 per person
Open to dancers and non-dancers alike!

This special OM yoga class will shed light on alignment
principles and
breath awareness to help dancers prevent and heal injuries.

To register, call 212-405-9500 or click here.


GET ONE FREE EXTENSION CLASS!

Come see Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York
City Center!

Bring your Ailey ticket stub to The AILEY Extension and
receive:

RETURNING STUDENTS: 1 free class with the purchase of a
10-class card.

NEW STUDENTS: 1 free class

November 28 - December 31, 2007
Tickets start at $25!

Call CityTix at 212-581-1212 or click here

Groups of 10 or more save! Call 212-405-9082.


CLASS SCHEDULE UPDATES

Changes to Schedule:

THEATRE DANCE with David Marquez, Tuesdays & Thursdays
New time: 3-4:30PM (changes from 4:30-6pm)

Additions to Schedule:

OPEN HIP HOP with Steven Williams, Fridays 3-4:30PM

CONGOLESE with Funmilayo, Sundays 1-2:30PM

6-Week CUBAN POPULAR DANCE COURSE with LaMora
Sunday 4-5:30pm
Nov. 4 - Dec. 16 (no class 11/25/07)

ZUMBA LATIN DANCE FITNESS with Ben Byrd, Sundays
Two Classes: 10:35-11:25AM and 11:35-12:25PM
STARTS NOVEMBER 11!

POWERFUL BODY PILATES with Sarita Allen, Sundays
Two Classes: 1:05-1:55PM and 2:05-2:55PM
STARTS NOVEMBER 11!

BEGINNER SAMBA/AFRO BRAZILIAN with Quenia Ribeiro, Mondays
6-7:30PM
STARTS NOVEMBER 12!
________________________________

ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER
The Joan Weill Center for Dance
405 West 55th Street (at 9th Avenue)
New York, NY 10019
(212) 405-9500

www.alvinailey.org

JUDITH JAMISON ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Masazumi Chaya ASSOCIATE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

Sharon Gersten Luckman Executive Director
Yvette L. Campbell Director of The Ailey Extension

New Tap Teachers Classes with Ellie Sciarra

Ellie Sciarra, the artistic director of Taps Are Talking:
Women in
Tap, will lead teachers through the amazing process and
exploration of
tap and their bodies. Supported by her dance captain
Danielle Heller,
this workshop will open up new concepts for teaching tap in
today's
dance field.


Saturday & Sunday, January 5 and 6 2008

Cost $375

Listen to the Language of the Body(Sat 10:00 - 12:30)

· weight shifting, letting go

· tap technique concepts taught from a full-body
perspective

· Dancing in the Living Room - get the body moving

Rhythm and Soul (Sat 1:30 - 4:30)

· creating rhythm possibilities outside the box

· improvisation: easy class formats to teach from

· counterpoint: good ways to explore overlaying
rhythms


Toss Salad (Sun 10:00 - 12:00)

· African Full-Body Warm-Up

· time and musicality: how to teach it!

· important repertoire to know


Swing with Ella(Sun 1:00 - 3:00)

· Experience the choreographic process as Ellie
Sciarra
creates a new work to the legendary music of Ella
Fitzgerald.


Rap it Up(Sun 3:00 - 4:00)

· open tap forum

· Women In Tap presentation

· feedback


For Info* Peak Academy of Dance 303.838.5556 or Ellie
Sciarra
303.443.5612

Jump Rhythm Company Performances at Dance Chicago!

Jump Rhythm Jazz Project,

Performances

Dance Chicago: International Rhythms

Saturday, November 10 at 8:00PM

Sunday, November 11 at 3:00PM

http://www.dancechicago.com/htmls/programs.php

Thursday-Saturday, December 6-8, 2007: Jump Rhythm Company
Performance

Where: Northwestern University, Josephine Louis Theatre

When: Thursday, Friday & Saturday,

December 6,7 & 8, 2007

8:00 PM

Tickets: (847) 491-7282

Swingtime in Winter: JRJP Winter Benefit, Friday, December 7, 2007

Mark your social calendars for Swingtime in Winter, the
Jump Rhythm
winter benefit on Friday, December 7, immediately following
the
performance. Join us after a wonderful evening of live
performance
for an exclusive post-show benefit

A message from Grant Swift:

Hi All,

After performing in the recent jazz tap musical "Sammi D",
Thomas
Wadelton
will be back in the studios on Saturdays at 4pm to teach
footwork he has
brought back from L.A to anyone who wants to learn. (see
timetable page
for time and place).

Congrats to the Swift Rhythm Kids on their performance at
the Royal
Childrens Hospitals' Starlight Room last Sunday. Some
photos of the
event
will be posted up in the photo gallery soon.

Upcoming performances by the Swift Rhythm Hoofers in
November:
-Perfomance with "Asiko" (African Drum and Dance band) at
the Melbourne
Town Hall.
-Performance with Lamine Sonko and King Marongs' "One
Africa".
The exact dates will be posted on news page when they are
made
available.

Sunday 2nd December: Swift Rhythm Hoofers and Tap Student
show at the
Athenaeum Theatre (Collins St, Melbourne). The shows begin
at 11am and
9pm as part of the Kinetic Dance school concert.

Please note last class for the year will be Wednesday 19th
of December.
After 4 weeks break, classes will resume 12th of January.

Good Health!!

Grant

Check out Melba Huber's Tap Dance History Columns!

- View years of her coverage of the tap world!!!

At www.melbasdance.com

Don't Miss: Women of the World the TOUR!

Beijing Modern Dance Company presents
in coproduction with anoukvandijk dc and Holland Dance
Festival
Women of the world
Choreography: Gao Yanjinzi, Anouk van Dijk

The Beijing Modern Dance Company is China's most renowned
modern
dance company. Founded in 1995, BMDC has gained
international acclaim
with its surprising performances that mix the rich
tradition of China
with technically masterful modern dance.

The title Women of the World finds it source in the two
female
choreographers who create this double bill: China's Gao
Yanjinzi and
Holland's Anouk van Dijk. Two women from completely
different
cultures, with differing values and traditions, but at the
same time
two strong and selfwilled women who are in many ways
universal.

The work of Chinese choreographer Yanjinzi Gao finds it's
artistic
source in her Buddhist upbringing and traditional Chinese
dance
training. In a contemplative, harmonious world her dancers
move with a
natural flow of energy, yet surprises lurk around every
turn, causing
the audience to question the meaning of such labels as
"tradition,"
"modern," and "East/West."

The Dutch choreographer Anouk van Dijk makes work of a very
personal
nature. Her choreographic work intriguingly combines
virtuoso dance
with a strong theatrical concept. With tangible characters
in an
abstract setting, she creates powerful worlds in which
everyday
realities run smoothly into absurd fantasies.

Women of the World makes up a surprising double bill, in
which the
differences and similarities of East and West both contrast
and
interact in a most original way.


TOURSCHEDULE 2007, Netherlands and China
Th. 8 Nov. - The Hague, www.hollanddancefestival.com
Fr. 9 Nov. - The Hague (+introd.),
www.hollanddancefestival.com
Sa. 10 Nov. - The Hague (+introd.),
www.hollanddancefestival.com
Tu. 13 Nov. - Amsterdam (+introd.),
www.stadsschouwburgamsterdam.nl
Th. 15 Nov. - Tilburg, www.theaterstilburg.nl
Tu. 20 Nov. - Heerlen (+introd.),
www.parkstadlimburgtheaters.nl
We. 21 Nov. - Gouda, www.goudseschouwburg.nl
Th. 22 Nov. - Groningen (+introd.), www.de-oosterpoort.nl
Fr. 23 Nov. - Alkmaar (+introd.), www.theaterdevest.nl
Sa. 24 Nov. - Delft, www.theaterdeveste.nl
Tu. 27 Nov. - Eindhoven, www.parktheatereindhoven.nl
We. 28 Nov. - Arnhem, www.musis-sacrum.nl
Th. 29 Nov. - Rotterdam (+introd.),
www.schouwburg.rotterdam.nl
Sa. 1 Dec. - Drachten, www.lawei.nl
Tu. 4 Dec. - Haarlem, www.toneelschuur.nl
We. 5 Dec. - Enschede (+introd.), www.podiumtwente.nl
Th. 20 Dec. - Beijing, TNT Nine Theatres
Fr. 21 Dec. - Beijing, TNT Nine Theatres
Sa. 22 Dec. - Beijing, TNT Nine Theatres

BMDC
Executive director: ZHANG Changcheng
Artistic director: GAO Yanjinzi
Artistic advisor: WANG Lan-Lan
International management: Alison Friedman

Artistic staff Women of the World
Choreography: GAO Yanjinzi (Offering), Anouk van Dijk
(Bliss)
Dancers: GAO Yanjinzi, SHI Xiaojuan, CHAOKE, TAO Ye, CAO
Peizhong,
WANG Tao, WANG Hao, XIN Xin, YANG Chang, LAI Weiyi*
Lighting Design: HUANG Zhigao, Amelia Davies**, Anouk van
Dijk **
Costumes: ZHONG Jiani, Ah Kuan
Music: Du Wei, FM3**
Dramaturgy: Jerry Remkes**
Artistic assistant: Nina Wollny**

* Offering only
** Bliss only

Beijing Modern Dance Company
www.bmdc.com.cn

Holland Dance Festival
www.hollanddancefestival.com

AFRO-CUBAN-HAITIAN DANCE WORKSHOPS

AFRO-CUBAN-HAITIAN DANCE WORKSHOPS


with special guest, master dancer & teacher

JOSÉ CARRIÓN
of BALLET FOLKLÓRICO CUTUMBA
de Santiago de Cuba

NOVEMBER 16th - 18th
Fri 6:30 -7:45 pm - Orishas
Fri 7:45 - 9:30 pm - Rumba
Sat 2:00 -3:30 pm - Orishas
Sat 3:30 - 5:00pm – Afro- Cuban-Haitian

Sun 2:00 - 3:30 pm – Afro-Cuban-Haitian
Sun 3:30 - 5:00 pm - Rumba

CAP21 (Collaborative Arts Project 21)
18 W 18th Street #6
NY, NY 10011

$15/class or $75/6 classes
For more information, contact Nici @ 917.771.209 8

José will be in NYC for a very limited engagement! Don't
miss this
rare opportunity to learn traditional Cuban folklore from a
master
dancer and teacher of Cuba's rich traditional folklore;
www.cubanfolkloricdance.com

Check out: Lynette Washington!

Check out:
Lynette Washington
Winner of the the Jazzmobile/Anheuser-Busch Jazz Vocal
Competition
iTunes Essential Artist
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ALL NEW HOLIDAY SONGS..
A JAZZ CELEBRATION OF CHRISTMAS, CHANUKAH & KWANZAA
featuringJazz Saxophonist Gerry Niewood (Chuck Mangione)

Infinite Embrace
iTunes US, Canada & European Dance Music Feature
2008 Grammy Nomination
Champagne Sunset iTunes

THE PERFECT FUSION OF DANCE, R&B and JAZZ
Featuring Jazz Saxophonist Casey Benjamin (Mos Def, DJ
Logic)

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Carnaval with DendĂȘ in Salvador da Bahia, Brazil

Carnaval with DendĂȘ in Salvador da Bahia, Brazil
January 27 - February 10th, 2008
Experience Carnaval with Master Afro-Brazilian
Percussionist DendĂȘ

Spend the week before Carnaval in intensive classes at the
Office of
Musical Investigation in Pelourinho, the historic center of
Bahia.
Then spend the week of Carnaval playing in bloco Kizumba
and parading
with bands like Ile Aiye, Timbalada, Olodum and Muzenza.
Traveling
with DendĂȘ will give you access to a side of Carnaval that
most
tourists never see. If you love to drum or want to learn
how, this is
the way to experience Carnaval in Bahia!

A former member of Timbalada, DendĂȘ has been performing
professionally since the age of 14. With Timbalada he
toured all over
Brazil, Europe and Asia, and has performed and recorded
with such
artists as Marisa Monte, Gilberto Gil, Carlinhos Brown,
Yvette Sangalo
and Sepultura. Having left Brazil in 2001, DendĂȘ now lives
in the US,
performing with his groups HĂŁhĂŁhĂŁes, ArrastĂŁo, OlogundĂȘ,
and Samba de
TrĂȘs. He has also performed with such notable artists as
Giovanni
Hidalgo, Zakir Hussain, Cheikh Tidiane Seck, Graham Haynes,
Adam
Rudolph, Daniel Moreno and many other exceptional
musicians. He has
been featured in performances with the Italian
singer/percussionist
Alessandra Belloni and has peformed internationally with
Vinicius
Cantuaria. DendĂȘ also teaches Afro-Brazilian percussion
classes in the
New York City to both children and adults.

For further information contact:
MamadĂȘlĂȘ Productions
mamadele@mamadele.com
718-438-6554

Newark Symphony Hall Presents a Jazz Marathon in November

NEWARK SYMPHONY HALL
presents:

A JAZZ MARATHON

The Jazz Marathon is a critical first step in reconnecting
with the
larger community by extending an invitation for members of the greater
Newark community to play a significant role in the future of Newark
Symphony Hall and take ownership for its success.

Philip S. Thomas
Executive Director, NSH

Other Featured Artists

Rufus Reid

TK Blue

Iqua & Steve Colson

Cynthia Holiday

Jason 'Malletman' Taylor

Carrie Jackson

Leo Johnson

The historic Newark Symphony Hall (NSH) is staging a comeback,
launching its first event of the fall 2007 season -- A Jazz Marathon,
Thursday, November 15 from 5:00 pm to 1:00 am in the legendary Terrace
Ballroom. The event, presented in cooperation with WBGO-FM Jazz 88 and
the Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District features over 50 jazz
musicians, singers, tap dancers, and spoken word artists who will
donate their talent for the benefit of restoring this great facility.

Look Who's Performing
(l) Sherry Winston
Featured Jazz Ensembles include: Rufus Reid Quintet, Spirit of Life
Ensemble, Carrie Jackson & The Jazzin' All Star Trio, Roseanna Vitro
Quartet, Don Williams & Lady CiCi and the Swinging Just Us Band,
Antoinette Montague and the Bill Easley Quartet, and Steve & Iqua
Colson.

TK Blue, Cecil Brooks, III, Chris Brown, Melvin Davis, James Gibbs,
Bradford Hayes, Leo Johnson, Cornell McGhee, Dion Parson, Jason
'Malletman' Taylor, Sherry Winston are the featured musicians.

Vocalists Cynthia Holiday, Tulivu Donna Cumberbatch, Yvette Glover,
Jan Carden and Antoinette Montague will grace the stage with melodic
tunes.

Dancers Savion Glover, Maurice Chestnut,,Deborah Mitchell and Karen
Calloway Williams will display the artistry of jazz tap. The art of
the spoken word will be presented by Juba Dowdell.

below l-r) Maurice Chestnut, Savion Glover & Deborah Mitchell

WBGO's Dorthaan Kirk Honored
The all-star program will pay tribute to WBGO-FM Jazz Fridays, a
pivotal series in the history of jazz music in the city of Newark from
1986-1991. The series' artistic creator, Dorthaan Kirk (right),
currently the station's special events and programs coordinator, will
be honored for producing the series that featured some the greatest
names in jazz.

The Revival Renovation Fund
Newark Symphony Hall is one of New Jersey's most impressive and
legendary centers of community arts, education and entertainment, and
has greatly enriched the lives of thousands of patrons from the
metropolitan area.

The Revival Renovation Fund will help us undertake some urgent
renovation projects. Upgrading the NSH facilities will increase our
tenant occupancy, expand our programming, and stabilize our revenue
stream.

The Jazz Marathon is sponsored by PSE&G and presented in collaboration
with WBGO-FM Jazz 88 and the Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District with
support from the Montclair Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta
Sorority, Parker Music Productions and IATSE Local 21 Stagehands.

Tickets for the Jazz Marathon are $25 and available at the Newark
Symphony Hall Box Office and TICKETMASTER at 201-507-8900 or
TICKETMASTER.com. For information call 973-643-8014.

News from Laminesonko.com

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African Drum and Dance classes on Thursday night's

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6.30 – 7.30pm - AFRICAN DANCE
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Come along and learn some new moves and rhythms fresh from Senegal
With high respected musician and perfomer Lamine Sonko.

More info via the link below.
http://www.laminesonko.com/Tuition.html


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Update from Circuit Productions

Circuit Productions, Inc.
Ph/Fax: (718) 638-4878
circuit635@earthlink.net

Circuit Productions, Inc. presents Fall Programs Featuring Three
Composers and Their Music Commissions with a Grant from the New York
State Music Fund
• Three composers present their music during Fall performances of
Rhythm Journeys: Masters of Jazz and World music
• Concerts continue to take place in NYC and NYS beginning
November 2007.
Brooklyn, New York, October 2007 – Circuit Productions, Inc., the
recipient of NYS Music
Fund grant ("Music Fund"), announced today that Fall programs will
feature the work of three commissioned composers for RHYTHM JOURNEYS:
MASTERS OF JAZZ AND WORLD MUSIC. The project is a series of free and
low-cost concerts showcasing jazz and world music throughout New York
City and State in collaboration with local cultural and educational
institutions.
Circuit Productions, through its new community outreach series, RHYTHM
JOURNEYS, will provide new music and live performances presenting
senior and emerging artists in a range of culturally relevant music
programming aimed primarily at youth and family audiences in
culturally under-served communities state-wide. "We are thrilled to
advocate for and present such a diverse group of artists," said Susan
Goldbetter, Executive Director of Circuit Productions, "who created
and/or revised their music for new underserved communities throughout
the city and state." The three composers, Sarah McLawler, John Miller
and Andy Algire will each be featured in performances this Fall.
Additional performances will take place through March 2008.
Sarah McLawler will be featured in Carol Sudhalter's Astoria Jazz
Band's program, Women Composers of Queens* on Friday, November 16,
2007, 7:00 pm at LaGuardia Performing Arts Center in LIC, Queens.
Tickets are $13 or $10 for students, seniors and musicians! Phone
number for tickets is: 718.482.5151. McLawler's earliest introduction
to music was piano and organ playing in her father's church in
Indiana. Later, she became interested in secular music – Jazz meeting
both the famous Hampton family (Lionel and Slyde) and the Wes
Montgomery family. Shortly after winning a music scholarship to Fisk
University in the 1940's she began touring with the Lucky Millander
Big Band. Striking out on her own she soon formed the "all-girls" band
known as The Syn-Co-Ettes. Their extraordinary popularity brought them
to Chicago where they became the house band at the great Savoy
Ballroom. Ms. McLawler's recordings for Brunswick and Vee-Jay Records
include some of the greatest standards in jazz music. Sarah is a
recipient of a Meet the Composer grant; Outstanding Jazz Artist Award,
St. Peters Church; WWRL's Jazz Woman of the Year; a Lifetime
Achievement from International Women in Jazz; and the Music Danceology
Award. In March 2005 she traveled to Virginia Tech University as part
of a Ford Foundation grant award through Circuit Productions.

"The Music Fund will allow me to create new work, and present it this
Fall (12/20/07) with the Harlem Blues and Jazz Band at the free
Trinity Concerts at One Series," said John Miller, accomplished
pianist, composer and arranger. He has recorded, performed and made
television appearances with the Stanley Turrentine Band for the past
seventeen years. He has also performed with George "Big Nick"
Nicholas, Frank Foster, Harold Ousley, Sy Austin, Bruce Hayden and Dee
Clark. In the past decade John has recorded albums with Count Basie,
Angela DeNiro and the Ron Aprea Orchestra, George Jackson, Mel Bliss,
The Baritone Saxophones, and Gene Gardener and the Jazz Recoverers.
Mr. Miller has also taught his art extensively throughout New York
State and has his own company, Jomil Music. Currently, he is the lead
pianist for the legendary Harlem Blues and Jazz Band. They recently
appeared at Westchester Community College, the Museum of the City of
New York and the Brooklyn Center for Performing Arts at Brooklyn
College.

"It's been an extraordinary opportunity having this source of funding
to encourage my work," said, Andy Algire, composer and performer. Andy
plays drum set, congas, African drums and percussion, balafon (wood
xylophone), kalimba (thumb piano), keyboards and piano. His
performances include the Kennedy Center with Rhythm Exchange World
Music Ensemble (REWME), Manhattan Tap, the Lakestreet Foundation and
clubs, theaters, festivals both nationally and internationally. For
the past five years Andy has worked closely with Irene Koloseus's
FĂ©raba: African Rhythm Tap Dance. Artistic Director, Koloseus - a
prolific tap and African dance choreographer- creates unique rhythmic
patterns using her feet as an additional percussive instrument. The
two are currently working on Andy's new work "Sound Bridges" which
will be heard during their free performances in "Rhythm Journeys" at
Bronx Library Center (11/17/07) and in Westchester, Mt. Vernon and
Pelham in March 2008.

The New York State Music Fund published guidelines and criteria and
accepted grant applications in a number of categories, including music
education and public performances of music by artists working in hip
hop, reggae, fusion, jazz, classical and folk music of all cultures.
Applications related to recording, distribution, or broadcast through
traditional or new media were also eligible. Special emphasis was
placed on reaching underserved populations and broadening awareness of
artists, genres or styles with limited access to commercial broadcast
or other mass distribution vehicles.
Advisory Panels comprised of recognized leaders from a cross-section
of the music world evaluated and recommended applications based on
criteria focusing on artistic merit and community impact. The award to
Circuit Productions was among nearly 400 grants totaling more than $35
million made by the Music Fund.

All three performances were made possible, in part, with funding to
Circuit Productions, Inc. from the New York State Music Fund,
established by the New York State Attorney General at Rockefeller
Philanthropy Advisors.

*The performance, Women Composers of Queens is made possible (in part)
by the Queens Council on the Arts with public funding from the New
York City Department of Cultural Affairs."

About Circuit Productions, Inc.

Circuit Productions, Inc. was founded in 1986 as a non-profit
organization dedicated to the promotion, production and preservation
of the uniquely American art forms of jazz and tap dance. Our mission
is to inspire, entertain and educate underserved audiences in New York
through performances, public classes, workshops, and arts education
programs featuring senior artists of color who are living legends of
the city's rich tap and jazz history. Annually, Circuit provides
booking and management services for senior and emerging artists;
placing performers in museums, public libraries, community-based
organizations, local colleges, public schools, hospitals and nursing
homes.

For press and publicity please contact:
Circuit Productions, Inc.
635 Carroll Street, Ste. #2, Brooklyn, NY 11215
T: 718.638.4878
Tickets for November 16, 2007 at 7pm – LaGuardia Performing Arts
Center 718.482.5151
E-Mail: circuit635@earthlink.net or website: www.circuitproductions.org

U P C O M I N G E V E N T S: Fall 2007

* Saturday, November 10th, 2007, 3:30pm: Circuit Productions, Susan
Goldbetter, producer presents the Calpulli Mexican Dancers- celebrates
the rich, regional dance traditions of Mexico's diverse cultural
history - at the Bronx Library Center, 310 East Kingsbridge Road,
Bronx, Info/directions: 718-579-4240.

Tuesday, November 13th, 2007, 6:00pm: Circuit Productions, Susan
Goldbetter producer presents World Beat: African Dance and Drums -
with Jerbean Gilkes and Songs of the Valley at the Rugby Public
Library 1000 Utica Avenue (near Tilden Ave.) Brooklyn, NY 11203.
Info/Directions: 718-596-6972.

*+Friday, November 16th, 2007, Time: TBA: Circuit Productions, Susan
Goldbetter, producer presents Rhythm Journeys: Masters of Jazz and
World Music* featuring composer/performers, Sarah McLawler Emme Kemp
in "Women Composers of Queens". Saxophonist Carol Sudhalter leads her
11-piece band at the LaGuardia Performing Arts Center, 31-10 Thomson
Avenue, LIC, Queens. For ticket costs and general info/directions:
718-482-5151 or www.lagcc.cuny.edu/lpac.

*Saturday, November 17th, 2007, 6:00pm: Circuit Productions, Susan
Goldbetter, producer with presents
Rhythm Journeys: Masters of Jazz and World Music* featuring Irene
Koloseus's Feraba: African Rhythm Tap* at the Bronx Library Center,
310 East Kingsbridge Road, Bronx, Info/directions: 718-579-4240.

Saturday, December 15th, 2007, 12 noon: Circuit Productions, Susan
Goldbetter, producer presents World Beat: Burdetsky Family Circus at
the Holiday Hootenanny at Brooklyn Heights Library. 280 Cadman Plaza
West, Brooklyn, NY. Info. /Directions: Mr. Edward Robinson,
718-623-7100.

*Thursday, December 20th, 2007, 1:00pm: Circuit Productions, Susan
Goldbetter producer presents the legendary, Harlem Blues and Jazz Band
at Trinity Concerts – Concerts at One- 74 Trinity Place at Wall and
Broadway. For information check www.trinityconcerts.org or at Circuit
Productions, 718-638-4878.


*These performances were made possible, in part, with funding to
Circuit Productions, Inc. (CPI) for
" Rhythm Journey: Masters of Jazz and World Music" from the NYS Music
Fund, established by the NYS Attorney General at Rockefeller
Philanthropy Advisors.
+ Additional Support for this project was made possible in part, with
public funds from the Queens Council on the Arts

CPI is supported, in part, with public funds from New York State
Council on the Arts and the New York City Department of Cultural
Affairs. Generous support for programming made possible from the
Independence Community Foundation and the 2007 JPMorganChase Regrant
Program, administered by the Brooklyn Arts Council, Inc. (BAC).
Funding for World Beat workshops has been made possible by the Puffin
Foundation. Special thanks to Paquita Campoverde, Manager, Youth &
Family Programs and Meredith Walters, Director of Adult Services at
Brooklyn Public Library; Jean Harrapersaud, Adult Programs, Bronx
Library Center; Adult and Community Outreach Services, The New York
Public Library; and to Brooklyn Borough President Marty Markowitz,
Council member Dominic M. Recchia, Jr. and the Brooklyn delegation to
the City Council.

CORRECTION: Gabby Glaser/Rock 4 Darfur-- NOVEMBER 10TH!

CORRECTION - Gabby Glaser/Rock 4 Darfur starts at 7:30pm, Sat. Nov
10th (NOT 11pm)

Here's the deal, folks,

if we go to one of the November 10th concerts on the Rock 4 Darfur
MySpace page, we'll have fun and be a part of this thing that will
hopefully become a movement or at least raise general awareness about
the criminal situation in Darfur in the Sudan. I don't know much
about this lady, but she seems pretty cool, and the cause is one I
care about. Can't see anything wrong with partying for a good cause,
in addition to partying being a good cause in and of itself:-)

The Annex NYC is located on 152 Orchard Street in the Lower East Side
- show begins at 11pm

GABBY GLASER BIOGRAPHY

Gabby Glaser, co-founder of Luscious Jackson, has always had her eyes
on the future, feet planted in past, and a sound that defies time. For
over a decade she has brought together the disparate sounds of rock
and roll, hip-hop, funk and country. She was a staple of rock clubs
and dance floors long before the dancepunk craze and continues to
bridge these worlds in a way no one else can. Since Luscious Jackson's
hiatus in 2000, the band's revolutionary sound has grown more mature
and far-reaching in Gabby's solo work. is all garage fuzz and reverb,
yet Gabby's uniquely lush warm sound permeates the entire album. One
minute she juxtaposes cowbell clicks with shrieking guitars and
blown-out boombox vocals and the next minute the sub woof growls
amidst keyboard blips and a hi-hat borrowed from the Dirty South.

The gritty "Spirit of Long Island" starts things off with a garage
stomp and one of her inimitable instantly memorable choruses. "Fruit
is Sweet" marries disco's guitars and live percussion with a downright
dirty synth bassline guaranteed to crowd dancefloors. All throughout,
her voice seduces you, particularly on the sultry "Find Love." Gabby's
solo debut, Gimme Splash, is the soundtrack to the best block party
of the summer. You will want to play it repeatedly and dance on your
stoop. It manages to be intelligent and innovative without ever
sacrificing the fun. They may be tearing down Coney Island but Gabby
has given us all of the energy, excitement, heat, and adventure of a
New York City summer in these songs.

Her band The Great Ones features Sammy Siegler (Nightmare of You,
Rival Schools, CIV) on drums, Tia Sprocket on bass, Ian Love (Rival
Schools, Cardia) on lead guitar, and of course, Gab herself on lead
vocals and guitar.

Gabby founded musical group Luscious Jackson with her old friend Jill
Cunniff in the early 90's. They combined their love of rock and roll,
early rap, 70's funk, dub, and whatever else they felt like throwing
in to create a sound all their own. Starting with looped beats, live
guitar riffs, samples and sloppy keys, they completed their demo. They
played a couple of shows with just the 2 of them and a DAT player but
decided it'd be far better to have a live band and found both the
great Kate Schellenbach to play drums and Vivian Trimble on keys.
Their demo got into the hands of their friend Mike D. of the Beastie
Boys and he and the rest of the boys asked them to be the 1st band to
be signed to their new label,"Grand Royal." With Gabby's mother's
teenage boyfriend on the cover of their 1st EP (and a bottle of Colt
45 between his legs), In Search of Manny was released. Soon after
they were booked on the Lollapalooza tour, things really started
taking off. They played with loads of fantastic bands throughout their
career, toured around the world, and released three more albums. After
a great run, they decided to call it a day in 2000. Since then, Gab's
been writing plenty of songs and jamming with various people. Most
recently, she's teamed up with three phenomonal musicians with whom
she's played some fun shows in NYC with and recorded an album's worth
of songs. The line- up is Sammy Siegler (Nightmare of You, Rival
Schools, CIV) on drums, Guyora Kats on bass, Ian Love (Rival Schools,
Cardia) on lead guitar, and Gab herself on vocals and guitar
--
ileana santamaria - finding new silver linings since 1979:-)

Pete's Theatrical Shoe Repair

Pete's Theatrical Shoe Repair

Keeping Broadway & The Ballet Dancing For Over 40 Years!

Original designer and fabricator of the "Build Up" Savion style

has relocated just minutes away from the previous

Manhattan location.

Come visit us and meet, (if you haven't already) Tony,

Pete's apprentice and grandson who for the past five years

has been handed down years of experience, craftsmanship and dedication
to dancers' soles. .....We're only a tap away!

All Savion Style build-up orders received by or on October 30th 2007
will be eligible to a 15% discount on work performed.

Enter promotion code 6444.

All other repair work will receive a 5% discount on work performed.
All bulk or show orders please call for separate discount.

Return message requested.

Our new address is:

28-05A Astoria Boulevard
Astoria N.Y.11102

For directions or info call:
T:1.718.274.4850
C:1.516.457.6444 (Tony)

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Thursday, November 01, 2007

OPPORTUNITY: Teaching Staff Needed!

Centre for Dance & the Performing Arts
Under the direction of Kathryn Austin, MA, RDE
111 West Plant Street
Winter Garden, FL 34787
(12 miles West of Orlando)

is looking for teachers in these disciplines:

Ballroom Dance (especially Swing and Latin styles)
African Dance
Hawaiian Dance
Bellydancing
Indian Dance
Other Cultural Dance Forms
Drumming (African or Brazilian)
Pilates
Yoga
Adult Classes
Art Classes
Music Classes
Other (you make a suggestion)

We are looking to broaden our class offerings and maximize the use of
our space. Winter Garden is a budding arts community that is anxiously
preparing for the re-opening of the Garden Theatre this Spring! Our
studio has been established in this area for 18 years. We have a
variety of daytime, late evening and weekend spaces available. Contact
director Kathryn Austin if you are interested in exploring some
mutually beneficial options for class offerings in this space!

Kathryn Austin, MA, RDE, CLM
Three Cousins Plus, Inc.
PO BOX 771518
Winter Garden, FL 34777
www.dancecdpa.com

Thursday, October 18, 2007

Don’t miss out: Hawaiian Islands Tap Festival & Masters of Rhythm!

Hawaiian Islands Tap Festival

October 25, 26, 27, & 28, 2007

Maui Arts & Cultural Center

Sharpen your dance skills and have a great time with some
of tap's
finest artists:


*Emmy and American Choreographer's Award winner Jason
Samuels Smith

*Chloe Arnold, co-director of the Los Angeles Tap Festival

*Chicago's internationally acclaimed Martin "Tre" Dumas

*The legendary Dianne Walker, recipient of the "Living
Treasure in Dance" award

*John Kloss, artistic director of the (S.F.) Bay Area
Rhythm Exchange

*Yukiko "Smilie" Misumi, creator of Japan's Artistic Rhythm
Tap Network

Surrounded by the beauty of the Island and spectacular
beaches, activities include an Artists' Reception, a
Participants'
Showcase & Jam (Friday), and the professionals'
performance.Thirty
five classes are offered in the pristine Omori Studios,
beginning to
advanced levels. We keep class sizes small, so reserve your
space
early! Information, Artists Bios, Schedule, and
Registration Forms
are online: www.MauiTapExperience.org

>>>ALSO

MASTERS OF RHYTHM
Saturday, October 27 at 7:30 pm
~ Hana Hou explodes onto the Castle Theater stage!
Tickets are on sale at the MACC Box Office: 808
242-(SHOW)7469 or
online: www.mauiarts.org .

Monsters of HipHop 07-08 5th Anniversary Tour

Monsters of HipHop 2007-2008 5th Anniversary Tour
WELCOME TO THE MONSTERHOOD
Our Biggest Tour To Date, Touching Down In A City Near You

MR. WIGGLES will be teaching at the following locations:

CHICAGO, IL - Online Registration Now Available

October 20-21, 2007
Crowne Plaza Hotel Chicago O'Hare
MOHH Rate of $109 Available Thru Oct 5, 2007
888-642-7344
NEW YORK, NY - Online Registration Now Available

October 27, 2007 (Special One-Day Event)
The Ailey Extension at the
The Joan Weill Center for Dance
(212) 405-9500 or (410) 313-8199

www.monstersofhiphop.com

The Career Transitions for Dancers Gala- DONT MISS IT!

ONE NIGHT ONLY! DANCE LOVERS - THIS IS AN EVENING NOT TO BE
MISSED!!!

The Career Transitions for Dancers Gala

*Mr. Wiggles & Jason Samuels Smith are among the amazing
list of performances!!! Check the website for the flyer
with full information.

DANCE ROCKS!

An entertaining, electrifying evening of dance
set to music through the decades, from the '50's to hip
hop.
With the eclectic fusion of dance and music, "Dance Rocks"
is sure to attract theatergoers and nostalgia seekers
of all generations for an evening of pulsating
entertainment.

City Center Box Office:
131 West 55th Street
(btwn 6th & 7th Aves.)
Call CITYTIX® 212-581-1212
Toll-free outside NYC, NJ and CT:
877-581-1212
www.nycitycenter.org

Dormeshia's Tap Classes in NYC, OCT-NOV!!!

Divine Rhythm Productions & Harlem Tap Studio presents

DORMESHIA SUMBRY-EDWARDS

Special Programming (NOW OPEN CLASSES) @ The Harlem Tap
Studio

"Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, deceptively petite but forceful,
showed that she is a true jazz musician of the feet."

-Eva Yaa
Asantewaa, Dance Magazine

Credits include movies "Tap", award-winning film "The Rise
& Fall of Miss Thang", "Bamboozled", critically acclaimed
productions
of Broadway's "Black and Blue" and Bring In Da' Noise,
Bring In Da' Funk", Michael Jackson's music video "Rock My
World"
to name a few.
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Mondays in October: TECHNIQUE & M-FIT Heels OPEN CLASSES!

Oct. 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

Int/Adv Technique 5:30-6:45

M-FIT (Heels Technique) 7-8:15pm


Mondays in November: "FALL INTO PHRASING" OPEN CLASSES!!!

November 5th,12th, 19th, 26th

Int/Adv Phrasing 5:30-6:45pm

Beginner Phrasing 7-8:15pm

SPECIAL DISCOUNT: Only $15 per class

Additional Private Lessons Available.


***Specializing in Small class sizes ***

E-mail: divinerhythmnyc@gmail.com