DON’T MISS… CHLOE ARNOLD at The Kennedy Center!
A world premiere Kennedy Center original production
Created, choreographed, and directed by Debbie Allen
Starring: Kyle Jones, Chloe Arnold, Tracey Kennedy, James Konicek.
Emmy winner and Kennedy Center favorite Debbie Allen is back with her latest music and dance creation: a lively interpretation of Alice in Wonderland from a modern-day boy's point of view! After falling asleep in the town's library, a young man named Alex embarks on a magical journey led by his three guardians, the White Rabbit - Chloe Arnold, the Fairy Godmother - Tracey Kennedy, and the Wolf - James Konicek.
Plays April 6 -16 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. -
www.kennedy-center.org
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ALSO… a special CONGRATS to:
Chloe Arnold for her role as Beyonce's dance double in her recent video "Upgrade You".
(It's the scene on the silver backdrop).
www.beyonceonline.com
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
Sammy Davis Jr.- The Ultimate Entertainer with Jason Samuels Smith!
Sammy Davis Jr. - The Ultimate Entertainer with Jason Samuels Smith in Atlantic City!!!
Emmy Award Winning Tap dancer JASON SAMUELS SMITH will be featured in:
Sammy Davis Jr – The Ultimate Entertainer
April 14, 15, 17-19; 21, 22, 24-26
Showtimes 7pm nightly; additional 3pm matinee on Thursdays
Tickets $25
www.ticketmaster.com
*The role of Jason Samuels Smith will be played by Vincent Bingham for the following performances:
April 21,22,24-26
Located at: Resorts Atlantic City • 1133 Boardwalk • Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401 •
1-800-336-6378
Make your reservation today!
Emmy Award Winning Tap dancer JASON SAMUELS SMITH will be featured in:
Sammy Davis Jr – The Ultimate Entertainer
April 14, 15, 17-19; 21, 22, 24-26
Showtimes 7pm nightly; additional 3pm matinee on Thursdays
Tickets $25
www.ticketmaster.com
*The role of Jason Samuels Smith will be played by Vincent Bingham for the following performances:
April 21,22,24-26
Located at: Resorts Atlantic City • 1133 Boardwalk • Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401 •
1-800-336-6378
Make your reservation today!
RumbaTap's Upcoming Season at Joyce Soho Theater!
A message from Max Pollak:
Hello Friends,
I hope you are doing well. I want to inform you about RumbaTap's upcoming season at the Joyce Soho Theater in New York City. I know a lot of you are not in NYC, but this project has been occupying my thoughts for almost six years now, so it is very important to me to announce that it is finally becoming reality. Good luck in all your endeavors.
Sincerely,
Max Pollak & RumbaTap
ViiS Thursday-Sunday, April 5-8 at 8 PM Joyce SoHo, 155 Mercer Street Tickets: $20; $15 for students Reservations: 212/334-7479
Nordic myth and African hero-spirits meet and embark on a journey of groove in this evening length work which offers a view of dance and music as a vehicle for uniting people and cultures. Inspired by the Finnish epic Kalevala, (J.R.R. Tolkien's basis for Lord of the Rings) and Afro-Cuban Satneria, "Viis" explores the universal and timeless story of creation, greed, chaos, and hope through tap dance, live music and improvisation.
Concept, Choreography, Direction: Max Pollak Dancers: Dewitt Fleming Jr., Chikako Iwahori, Max Pollak, Lynn Schwab Musicians: Paul Carlon (tenor sax/flute), Andy Milne (keyboards), Dimitri Moderbacher (baritone sax/flute/clarinet), Alby Roblejo (percussion), Ileana Santamaria (vocals), Gottfried Stöger (alto sax, flute), Original Music by Max Pollak and Paul Carlon
Hello Friends,
I hope you are doing well. I want to inform you about RumbaTap's upcoming season at the Joyce Soho Theater in New York City. I know a lot of you are not in NYC, but this project has been occupying my thoughts for almost six years now, so it is very important to me to announce that it is finally becoming reality. Good luck in all your endeavors.
Sincerely,
Max Pollak & RumbaTap
ViiS Thursday-Sunday, April 5-8 at 8 PM Joyce SoHo, 155 Mercer Street Tickets: $20; $15 for students Reservations: 212/334-7479
Nordic myth and African hero-spirits meet and embark on a journey of groove in this evening length work which offers a view of dance and music as a vehicle for uniting people and cultures. Inspired by the Finnish epic Kalevala, (J.R.R. Tolkien's basis for Lord of the Rings) and Afro-Cuban Satneria, "Viis" explores the universal and timeless story of creation, greed, chaos, and hope through tap dance, live music and improvisation.
Concept, Choreography, Direction: Max Pollak Dancers: Dewitt Fleming Jr., Chikako Iwahori, Max Pollak, Lynn Schwab Musicians: Paul Carlon (tenor sax/flute), Andy Milne (keyboards), Dimitri Moderbacher (baritone sax/flute/clarinet), Alby Roblejo (percussion), Ileana Santamaria (vocals), Gottfried Stöger (alto sax, flute), Original Music by Max Pollak and Paul Carlon
Monday, April 02, 2007
Master Classes with Star Dixon of M.A.D.D. RHYTHMS!
CHICAGO'S OWN, STAR DIXON, OF M.A.D.D. RHYTHMS, IS COMING TO COLORADO,
SATURDAY, APRIL 7TH!
SIGN UP FOR HER 2 MASTER CLASSES AND COMMUNITY TAP JAM!
BEGINNING/ADVANCED BEGINNING CLASS: 6:30-7:30 PM
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CLASS:
7:30-8:30 PM
COMMUNITY TAP JAM:
8:45-9:30 PM
CONTACT COLORADO DANCE COALITION FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO RESERVE YOUR CLASS SPOT!
PLEASE RSVP TODAY BY CONTACTING US BY PHONE ORE-MAIL LISTED BELOW...
SPACE IS LIMITED! CLASSES ARE $25/EACH OR TAKE BOTH FOR $45! JAM IS $10.
CALL 303.482.1846 OR E-MAIL INFO@COLORADODANCECOALITION.COM TODAY! CLASSES TO BE HELD AT MILLERS DANCE STUDIO, 15162 E. HAMPDEN AVE., AURORA, CO 80014 -- THANKS TO MILLERS DANCE! PLEASE VISIT THEM AT WWW.MILLERSDANCESTUDIO.COM
from: Dance Spirit Magazine Shining StarName: Starinah Audretta Dixon, or Star to those who know her well
All in the family: Starinah was raised in a tap-dancing family-- her mother and brother are both tap dancers. In fact, she began to tap at such a young age that neither she nor her family rememebers exactly when. Her brother, Jabowen, received an honorable mention in the DS Cover Model Search Contest.
Studying up: In addition to regularly taking hip-hop and African dance classes, Starinah teaches stepping and tap through MADD Rhythms at Chicago's South Shore Cultural Center and at Sand Creek Dance Centre in Chesterton, IN, as well as workshops at the company's annual Tap Summit.
On the big screen: Starinah was recently featured in the independent film The Rise and Fall of Miss Thang starring Dormeisha Sumbry-Edwards and Martin "Tre" Dumas III. (for more: missthangmovie.com)
Biggest fan: When Imagine Tap! played at Chicago's Harris Theater, Starinah saw the show nine times--that's more than twice a week during the show's 4 week run. "I was their professional audience screamer," she says.
Fast Facts
AGE: 19 HOMETOWN: Chicago
COMPANY: MADD Rhythms, a Chicago-based tap ensembleHONORS: Second place in the 2006 LA Tap Festival cutting contest. The 1st place winner was fellow MADD Rhythms dancer Nick RubioPERFORMING CREDITS: Starinah has most recently performed with MADD Rhythms at Dance Chicago, the African Festival of the Arts and on WGN, Chicago's Channel 9 News.
"MY GOAL IS TO TRAVEL THE WORLD AND LET PEOPLE KNOW THAT TAP IS ALIVE AND WELL." --STARINAH DIXON
PASSING IT ON: "I want to teach others about the legends that originated the dance (and) to share what I've learned from the dancers I've had the pleasure of meeting," says Starinah. Among the legends she's met: Dianne Walker, Jimmy Slyde, Prince Spencer, Leonard Reed, Robert Reed, David Gilmore, Fayard Nicholas, Skip Cunningham, Jeni LeGon, Harold Cromer, Ernest "Ernie" Brown", and Arthur Duncan. (from Dance Spirit Magazine, Feb 2007)Says Robert Reed, "Star is an up and coming dancer and definitely one to watch. She has the right attitude about passing it on."
Tap into SAVINGS!
1 class: $25 Tap Jam $10
Take 2 classes for $45
If you take all three, pay only $50!
ALSO:
Saturday April 14 & Sunday April 15
DOUBLE M.A.D.D.NESS
BRIL BARRETT
and
LISA LA TOUCHE'
(details coming soon!)
SATURDAY, APRIL 7TH!
SIGN UP FOR HER 2 MASTER CLASSES AND COMMUNITY TAP JAM!
BEGINNING/ADVANCED BEGINNING CLASS: 6:30-7:30 PM
INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED CLASS:
7:30-8:30 PM
COMMUNITY TAP JAM:
8:45-9:30 PM
CONTACT COLORADO DANCE COALITION FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO RESERVE YOUR CLASS SPOT!
PLEASE RSVP TODAY BY CONTACTING US BY PHONE ORE-MAIL LISTED BELOW...
SPACE IS LIMITED! CLASSES ARE $25/EACH OR TAKE BOTH FOR $45! JAM IS $10.
CALL 303.482.1846 OR E-MAIL INFO@COLORADODANCECOALITION.COM TODAY! CLASSES TO BE HELD AT MILLERS DANCE STUDIO, 15162 E. HAMPDEN AVE., AURORA, CO 80014 -- THANKS TO MILLERS DANCE! PLEASE VISIT THEM AT WWW.MILLERSDANCESTUDIO.COM
from: Dance Spirit Magazine Shining StarName: Starinah Audretta Dixon, or Star to those who know her well
All in the family: Starinah was raised in a tap-dancing family-- her mother and brother are both tap dancers. In fact, she began to tap at such a young age that neither she nor her family rememebers exactly when. Her brother, Jabowen, received an honorable mention in the DS Cover Model Search Contest.
Studying up: In addition to regularly taking hip-hop and African dance classes, Starinah teaches stepping and tap through MADD Rhythms at Chicago's South Shore Cultural Center and at Sand Creek Dance Centre in Chesterton, IN, as well as workshops at the company's annual Tap Summit.
On the big screen: Starinah was recently featured in the independent film The Rise and Fall of Miss Thang starring Dormeisha Sumbry-Edwards and Martin "Tre" Dumas III. (for more: missthangmovie.com)
Biggest fan: When Imagine Tap! played at Chicago's Harris Theater, Starinah saw the show nine times--that's more than twice a week during the show's 4 week run. "I was their professional audience screamer," she says.
Fast Facts
AGE: 19 HOMETOWN: Chicago
COMPANY: MADD Rhythms, a Chicago-based tap ensembleHONORS: Second place in the 2006 LA Tap Festival cutting contest. The 1st place winner was fellow MADD Rhythms dancer Nick RubioPERFORMING CREDITS: Starinah has most recently performed with MADD Rhythms at Dance Chicago, the African Festival of the Arts and on WGN, Chicago's Channel 9 News.
"MY GOAL IS TO TRAVEL THE WORLD AND LET PEOPLE KNOW THAT TAP IS ALIVE AND WELL." --STARINAH DIXON
PASSING IT ON: "I want to teach others about the legends that originated the dance (and) to share what I've learned from the dancers I've had the pleasure of meeting," says Starinah. Among the legends she's met: Dianne Walker, Jimmy Slyde, Prince Spencer, Leonard Reed, Robert Reed, David Gilmore, Fayard Nicholas, Skip Cunningham, Jeni LeGon, Harold Cromer, Ernest "Ernie" Brown", and Arthur Duncan. (from Dance Spirit Magazine, Feb 2007)Says Robert Reed, "Star is an up and coming dancer and definitely one to watch. She has the right attitude about passing it on."
Tap into SAVINGS!
1 class: $25 Tap Jam $10
Take 2 classes for $45
If you take all three, pay only $50!
ALSO:
Saturday April 14 & Sunday April 15
DOUBLE M.A.D.D.NESS
BRIL BARRETT
and
LISA LA TOUCHE'
(details coming soon!)
"WORDS FROM THE SOLE!"
UPCOMING RESIDENCY/PERFORMANCE:
Ko-Thi Dance Company in collaboration with Jason Samuels-Smith Presents:
“WORDS FROM THE SOLE.”
April 27 - 28, 2007 7:30 p.m.
Ticket prices: $35/general $30/seniors$20/students & children (ages 5 - 17)
www.ko-thi.org
Tickets also available at any Lena’s Food Stores:
Lena’s Foods - 4623 W. Burleigh 414-449-5362
Lena’s Foods - 3334 N. Holton 414-431-2000
Lena’s Foods - 2322 W. Oak 414-372-1860
Lena’s Foods - 4030 N. Teutonia 414-755-0014
Group rates available for 10 or more for $35 seats only.
Call (414) 273-0676 for details.
Ko-Thi Dance CompanyP.O. Box 1093Milwaukee, WI 53202
Ko-Thi is a professional affiliate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a member of the United Performing Arts Fund.
Ko-Thi Dance Company in collaboration with Jason Samuels-Smith Presents:
“WORDS FROM THE SOLE.”
April 27 - 28, 2007 7:30 p.m.
Ticket prices: $35/general $30/seniors$20/students & children (ages 5 - 17)
www.ko-thi.org
Tickets also available at any Lena’s Food Stores:
Lena’s Foods - 4623 W. Burleigh 414-449-5362
Lena’s Foods - 3334 N. Holton 414-431-2000
Lena’s Foods - 2322 W. Oak 414-372-1860
Lena’s Foods - 4030 N. Teutonia 414-755-0014
Group rates available for 10 or more for $35 seats only.
Call (414) 273-0676 for details.
Ko-Thi Dance CompanyP.O. Box 1093Milwaukee, WI 53202
Ko-Thi is a professional affiliate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a member of the United Performing Arts Fund.
THE M.A.D.D. RHYTHMS TAP ACADEMY- Spring Session!
The M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy
Registration begins for 12-week SPRING session!
Registration will be held from 6pm to 8pm, March 26/from 6pm to 9pm,
March 28/from 6pm to 8pm, March 30 and 10am to 4pm,
March 31.
Please register early as spaces are filled on a first come-first served basis.
Online Registration is also available at maddrhythms.com through paypal
Call 773-604-1899 or email us at tapacademy@maddrhythms.com for more information.
Spring Session 2007 (April 2 - June 23) 12 weeks
Monday Taught by Ja’bowen Dixon
6:00pm – 7:00pm Beginning 3 $120 All Ages 7:00pm – 8:00pm Intermediate $120 All Ages
Wednesday Taught by Jumaane Taylor
6:00pm – 7:00pm Beginning Basics $120 All Ages 7:00pm – 8:00pm Intermediate 101 $120 All Ages 8:00pm – 9:00pm Advanced. $120 All Ages Friday Taught by Lee 6:00pm – 7:00pm Intermediate $120 All Ages 7:00pm – 8:00pm Advanced $120 All Ages
Friday Taught by Lee Howard
6:00pm – 7:00pm Intermediate $120 All Ages 7:00pm – 8:00pm Advanced $120 All Ages
Saturday
10:00am – 11:00am
Beginning Basics taught by Bril $120 Ages 5 – 8 The beginner’s class will contain warm-ups, floor exercises and combinations of both. Students will begin to learn what tap is all about.
11:00am – 12:00pm
You’re Never Too Old To Start taught by Bril $120 Adults 18+ This class will contain everything taught in Beginning Basics, but with a more mature style.
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Intermediate 101 taught by Lee $120 All Ages This class is for that tap dancer who knows a little something and wants to learn a little more.
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Beginning Basics 1.5 taught by Lee $120 Ages 9 – 12 The beginner’s class will contain warm-ups, floor exercises and combinations of both. Students will learn what tap is all about.
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Advanced taught by Bril $120 All Ages The Advanced class will contain everything that has been learned in every other class, so make sure you have been there first because we are not responsible for the confusion that may result if you haven’t.
3:00pm – 4:00pm
Beginners 2 taught by Star $120 Ages 7– 12 This class covers everything done in both beginner classes, but at a faster pace. Students will also begin to learn more complex combinations.
ALSO:
TAPPIN' AT THE SHORE: The Basement JamEach and every Friday, we invite any and all tap dancers to join us for a rhythmic conversation! Come trade and/or encourage in Chicago’s exclusive weekly tap jam hosted by none other than M.A.D.D. Rhythms. Tap Dancers and musicians of all ages and levels are welcome to indulge in trading and communicating with each other in a musical way. Come join us all in fun and hang out while you unleash a rhythm of your own. Friday Nights: 8:30-9:30pm 1 hour
Donation: $1.00
South Shore Cultural Center: 7059 S. Shore Dr., Chicago, IL
*Musicians please bring your own sound equipment if necessary.
For further questions please call: (773) 604-1899 Or email: jumaane@maddrhythms.com
Registration begins for 12-week SPRING session!
Registration will be held from 6pm to 8pm, March 26/from 6pm to 9pm,
March 28/from 6pm to 8pm, March 30 and 10am to 4pm,
March 31.
Please register early as spaces are filled on a first come-first served basis.
Online Registration is also available at maddrhythms.com through paypal
Call 773-604-1899 or email us at tapacademy@maddrhythms.com for more information.
Spring Session 2007 (April 2 - June 23) 12 weeks
Monday Taught by Ja’bowen Dixon
6:00pm – 7:00pm Beginning 3 $120 All Ages 7:00pm – 8:00pm Intermediate $120 All Ages
Wednesday Taught by Jumaane Taylor
6:00pm – 7:00pm Beginning Basics $120 All Ages 7:00pm – 8:00pm Intermediate 101 $120 All Ages 8:00pm – 9:00pm Advanced. $120 All Ages Friday Taught by Lee 6:00pm – 7:00pm Intermediate $120 All Ages 7:00pm – 8:00pm Advanced $120 All Ages
Friday Taught by Lee Howard
6:00pm – 7:00pm Intermediate $120 All Ages 7:00pm – 8:00pm Advanced $120 All Ages
Saturday
10:00am – 11:00am
Beginning Basics taught by Bril $120 Ages 5 – 8 The beginner’s class will contain warm-ups, floor exercises and combinations of both. Students will begin to learn what tap is all about.
11:00am – 12:00pm
You’re Never Too Old To Start taught by Bril $120 Adults 18+ This class will contain everything taught in Beginning Basics, but with a more mature style.
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Intermediate 101 taught by Lee $120 All Ages This class is for that tap dancer who knows a little something and wants to learn a little more.
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Beginning Basics 1.5 taught by Lee $120 Ages 9 – 12 The beginner’s class will contain warm-ups, floor exercises and combinations of both. Students will learn what tap is all about.
2:00pm – 3:00pm
Advanced taught by Bril $120 All Ages The Advanced class will contain everything that has been learned in every other class, so make sure you have been there first because we are not responsible for the confusion that may result if you haven’t.
3:00pm – 4:00pm
Beginners 2 taught by Star $120 Ages 7– 12 This class covers everything done in both beginner classes, but at a faster pace. Students will also begin to learn more complex combinations.
ALSO:
TAPPIN' AT THE SHORE: The Basement JamEach and every Friday, we invite any and all tap dancers to join us for a rhythmic conversation! Come trade and/or encourage in Chicago’s exclusive weekly tap jam hosted by none other than M.A.D.D. Rhythms. Tap Dancers and musicians of all ages and levels are welcome to indulge in trading and communicating with each other in a musical way. Come join us all in fun and hang out while you unleash a rhythm of your own. Friday Nights: 8:30-9:30pm 1 hour
Donation: $1.00
South Shore Cultural Center: 7059 S. Shore Dr., Chicago, IL
*Musicians please bring your own sound equipment if necessary.
For further questions please call: (773) 604-1899 Or email: jumaane@maddrhythms.com
FREEFALL with OMAR EDWARDS!
FREEFALL with Omar Edwards
An Intermediate-Advanced Level Class from 7-8pm
EVERY THURSDAY!!!
Only $10
Located at Harlem Tap Studio
401 West 149th Street, NYC
Between Lenox and Convent
Take the A train and walk four blocks north
For a current schedule of all classes being held at The Harlem Tap Studio, please visit www.harlemtap.com
or call 2127802139 for more information.
An Intermediate-Advanced Level Class from 7-8pm
EVERY THURSDAY!!!
Only $10
Located at Harlem Tap Studio
401 West 149th Street, NYC
Between Lenox and Convent
Take the A train and walk four blocks north
For a current schedule of all classes being held at The Harlem Tap Studio, please visit www.harlemtap.com
or call 2127802139 for more information.
EASTER JAZZ PERFORMANCE!
Enjoy jazz on Easter with:
Charles Rick Heath-drums
Marlene Rosenberg-bass
Ryan Cohen-piano
Johnaye Kendrick-vocalist
Jumanee Taylor-tap dance
Where: The New Checker Board in Hyde Park
5201 S. Harper, Chicago IL
When: April 8th at 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $10
Charles Rick Heath-drums
Marlene Rosenberg-bass
Ryan Cohen-piano
Johnaye Kendrick-vocalist
Jumanee Taylor-tap dance
Where: The New Checker Board in Hyde Park
5201 S. Harper, Chicago IL
When: April 8th at 7:30 p.m.
Admission: $10
HOUSE DANCE CONFERENCE!!! Hip-Hop Contest!
A message from: Brian Footwork Green
People,
THE LORD IS ALWAYS IN THE HOUSE!! GOD BLESS ALL!! HAD FUN PERFORMING FOR ALL OF YOU WITH SHAN S. THAT WAS GREAT!! ALSO GREAT TO WATCH THE MOVEMENT FOUNDATION (TMF) EXPRESS THE LOVE FOR DANCE AS WELL!! HOUSE CONTEST WAS AS GOOD AS EVER!! CONGRATS TO SHUHO and LINDA, THE WINNERS OF THE HDC HOUSE DANCE CONTEST!!
EVENT: HOUSE DANCE CONFERENCE
DATE: APRIL 5, 2007
PLACE: CLUB REMIX
ADDRESS:27 PARK PLACE beteween Broadway and Church
DIRECTIONS: A,C,2, or 3 TRAINS TO CHAMBERS
MUSIC by: QU and P-FUNK. (HOUSE, HOUSE CLASSICS, and CLASSICS)
DOC (Hip-hop, Funk, and Breakbeats)
PERFORMANCE: JAPAN PERFORMING ARTS ( traditional Japanese dance!!!)
CONTEST: HIP-HOP!!! $300
JUDGES: TBA (most likely STRETCH, Brian Green, Spex, and Kim Holmes!!)
DVD RELEASE: Brian " Footwork Green: YEARS, REASONS, THE DREAM
DOOR OPENS: 10pm- 4am ( GET THEIR EARLY!! We are trying to dance all night; before and after the contest!!).
PRICE: $10 with flyer and $12 without
BE EARLY TO THIS EVENT!! WE ARE STARTING THINGS AS 12:30am SHARP!! SHOW FIRST, THEN CONTEST!! WE ARE TRYING TO MAKE MORE TIME FOR PEOPLE TO DANCE!! WE APOLOGIZE IF ANY OF OUR LENGTHY CONTESTS OR SHOWS HAVE BOTHERED ANYONE IN THE PAST!!
GOD BLESS ALL and KEEP DANCING,
Brian Footwork Green
People,
THE LORD IS ALWAYS IN THE HOUSE!! GOD BLESS ALL!! HAD FUN PERFORMING FOR ALL OF YOU WITH SHAN S. THAT WAS GREAT!! ALSO GREAT TO WATCH THE MOVEMENT FOUNDATION (TMF) EXPRESS THE LOVE FOR DANCE AS WELL!! HOUSE CONTEST WAS AS GOOD AS EVER!! CONGRATS TO SHUHO and LINDA, THE WINNERS OF THE HDC HOUSE DANCE CONTEST!!
EVENT: HOUSE DANCE CONFERENCE
DATE: APRIL 5, 2007
PLACE: CLUB REMIX
ADDRESS:27 PARK PLACE beteween Broadway and Church
DIRECTIONS: A,C,2, or 3 TRAINS TO CHAMBERS
MUSIC by: QU and P-FUNK. (HOUSE, HOUSE CLASSICS, and CLASSICS)
DOC (Hip-hop, Funk, and Breakbeats)
PERFORMANCE: JAPAN PERFORMING ARTS ( traditional Japanese dance!!!)
CONTEST: HIP-HOP!!! $300
JUDGES: TBA (most likely STRETCH, Brian Green, Spex, and Kim Holmes!!)
DVD RELEASE: Brian " Footwork Green: YEARS, REASONS, THE DREAM
DOOR OPENS: 10pm- 4am ( GET THEIR EARLY!! We are trying to dance all night; before and after the contest!!).
PRICE: $10 with flyer and $12 without
BE EARLY TO THIS EVENT!! WE ARE STARTING THINGS AS 12:30am SHARP!! SHOW FIRST, THEN CONTEST!! WE ARE TRYING TO MAKE MORE TIME FOR PEOPLE TO DANCE!! WE APOLOGIZE IF ANY OF OUR LENGTHY CONTESTS OR SHOWS HAVE BOTHERED ANYONE IN THE PAST!!
GOD BLESS ALL and KEEP DANCING,
Brian Footwork Green
Update from RHYTHM N GROOVES!
A message from Rhythms n Grooves:
Hi All and Welcome to Rhythm n Grooves...
MELBOURNE'S HOME OF AFRICAN DANCE, TAP DANCE,AFRICAN DRUMMING, AFRO-CUBAN DRUMMING and SPECIAL KIDS CLASSES.
FOR LATEST NEWS AND UPDATES ON THIS WEEKS CLASSES
- CLICK THE LINK BELOW:
http://www.rhythmngrooves.com/news-MARCH31.html
CLASSES AS NORMAL OVER EASTER BREAK – No Friday classes on Good Friday.
Sunday 15th APRIL - STUDENT PERFORMANCE AT VIVA CABARETRHYTHM N GROOVES Student performance and percussion jam.Can you please email me ASAP and let me know if you are performingon the night so we can gauge numbers. Invite friends and family and showthem what you’ve been working. $10 entry for all. More details on the site.
TERM 2 - SNEAK PREVIEWBeginner Hip Hop and Break Dance classes coming toRhythm N Grooves on Saturdays in Term 2. ENROL NOW. Ages 10 - Adult.
DOWNLOAD TIMETABLE TODAY FROM OUR WEBSITE www.rhythmngrooves.com
Good health to everyone and we'll see you next time at Rhythm n Grooves.
Aaron Cusack
Director - Rhythm n Grooves
Located at - 70 Hoddle Street, Abbotsford Victoria 3067.
www.rhythmngrooves.com
Hi All and Welcome to Rhythm n Grooves...
MELBOURNE'S HOME OF AFRICAN DANCE, TAP DANCE,AFRICAN DRUMMING, AFRO-CUBAN DRUMMING and SPECIAL KIDS CLASSES.
FOR LATEST NEWS AND UPDATES ON THIS WEEKS CLASSES
- CLICK THE LINK BELOW:
http://www.rhythmngrooves.com/news-MARCH31.html
CLASSES AS NORMAL OVER EASTER BREAK – No Friday classes on Good Friday.
Sunday 15th APRIL - STUDENT PERFORMANCE AT VIVA CABARETRHYTHM N GROOVES Student performance and percussion jam.Can you please email me ASAP and let me know if you are performingon the night so we can gauge numbers. Invite friends and family and showthem what you’ve been working. $10 entry for all. More details on the site.
TERM 2 - SNEAK PREVIEWBeginner Hip Hop and Break Dance classes coming toRhythm N Grooves on Saturdays in Term 2. ENROL NOW. Ages 10 - Adult.
DOWNLOAD TIMETABLE TODAY FROM OUR WEBSITE www.rhythmngrooves.com
Good health to everyone and we'll see you next time at Rhythm n Grooves.
Aaron Cusack
Director - Rhythm n Grooves
Located at - 70 Hoddle Street, Abbotsford Victoria 3067.
www.rhythmngrooves.com
SCUFF'D UP! --April 24th
A message from Mike Wittmers:
Hey Everybody! I want to let you know about my new tap show, Scuff'd Up! On April 24th, I will be performing with Jason Rodgers, Bob Carroll and Devin Jamieson at The Derby. This is an intimate show, tapped out to rock and blues music. The Derby offers a full dinner and apetizer menu from Louise's Trattoria. There's no cover and all we ask is a two drink minimum. Come join us for a fun, rockin', tap show with some of the best tappers and musicians in LA!
Mike Wittmers
Owner/Creator
Double Bass Productions
c. 818.468.6126
o. 818.989.3259
www.doublebassproductions.com
Hey Everybody! I want to let you know about my new tap show, Scuff'd Up! On April 24th, I will be performing with Jason Rodgers, Bob Carroll and Devin Jamieson at The Derby. This is an intimate show, tapped out to rock and blues music. The Derby offers a full dinner and apetizer menu from Louise's Trattoria. There's no cover and all we ask is a two drink minimum. Come join us for a fun, rockin', tap show with some of the best tappers and musicians in LA!
Mike Wittmers
Owner/Creator
Double Bass Productions
c. 818.468.6126
o. 818.989.3259
www.doublebassproductions.com
TAP CITY 2007- REGISTER NOW!
ATTENTION: Tap City 2007 Registration Has Begun!!
July 7th - 14th 2007
*PREMIERE PERFORMANCES
*ADULT & YOUTH SHOWCASES & YOUTH TRAINING PROGRAMS
*THE ANNUAL TAP DANCE HALL OF FAME
*TAP AWARDS, TALKS, FILMS & MORE
--PLEASE NOTE that we no longer mail brochures; all information is available online.
Visit www.atdf.org for full information and printable registration form.
July 7th - 14th 2007
*PREMIERE PERFORMANCES
*ADULT & YOUTH SHOWCASES & YOUTH TRAINING PROGRAMS
*THE ANNUAL TAP DANCE HALL OF FAME
*TAP AWARDS, TALKS, FILMS & MORE
--PLEASE NOTE that we no longer mail brochures; all information is available online.
Visit www.atdf.org for full information and printable registration form.
LA TAP FESTIVAL- REGISTER EARLY & SAVE!
REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE...
The 5th Year anniversary of
The LA TAP FESTIVAL
www.LATAPFEST.com
August 6-11th 2007
A week filled with special faculty, 75 master classes, repertory courses, daily special events including student showcase, jam sessions, cutting contest with cash prizes, panel discussion, film & history talks, concert performances and so much more...fun family environment for all ages!
Class options have also included African, Jazz, Salsa, Hip Hop, Kathak, and Flamenco in the past - please visit the website for full details.
Co-Directed by Jason Samuels Smith & Chloe ArnoldProduced by the Debbie Allen Dance Academywww.debbieallendanceacademy.com
Early Bird Registration, Teacher & Studio Discounts
Hotline: 310-936-7989
The 5th Year anniversary of
The LA TAP FESTIVAL
www.LATAPFEST.com
August 6-11th 2007
A week filled with special faculty, 75 master classes, repertory courses, daily special events including student showcase, jam sessions, cutting contest with cash prizes, panel discussion, film & history talks, concert performances and so much more...fun family environment for all ages!
Class options have also included African, Jazz, Salsa, Hip Hop, Kathak, and Flamenco in the past - please visit the website for full details.
Co-Directed by Jason Samuels Smith & Chloe ArnoldProduced by the Debbie Allen Dance Academywww.debbieallendanceacademy.com
Early Bird Registration, Teacher & Studio Discounts
Hotline: 310-936-7989
NATIONAL DANCE WEEK- APRIL 20-29TH!
National Dance Week will be celebrated around the U.S. April 20-29, 2007. A variety of activities will be held locally. "We're expecting to bring some 600 kids city-wide from the Denver Public Schools for a day of exposure to virtually all forms of dance," says Gwen Bowen, National Dance Week
Representative of Colorado. "It meets with our goal of making dance accessible where it might not have been in the past." Gwen Bowen is artistic director for Arts For All, a non-profit group devoted to increasing the accessibility of all manner of artistic expression to all manner of people, young and old. She also serves as the Regional Director of National Dance Week.
COME DANCE and join Gwen to learn two dances for the NATIONAL DANCE WEEK
performances on Friday April 20 at noon at the Civic Center/City and
County Bldg., and on April 27 at South High School at 7pm We hope to
have close to 100 tap dancers as the finale of the show. Performing
will be students from public schools, private schools, private dance
studios and ethnic studios. This will be a complete gamut of dancers.
REHEARSALS will be at the Community Center 216 S. Grant Street,
Denver, CO 80209, starting on March 24th at 1:00 and on all following
Saturdays at 1:00. For more info and/or ticket information call
303-722-2624
In 1982 the International Dance Committee of the International Theatre
Institute, UNESCO, created International Dance Day to be celebrated
every year on the 29th April. The date commemorates the birthday of
Jean-Georges Noverre (1727 - 1810), the creator of modern ballet.
Every year a message from a well-known dance personality is circulated
throughout the world. The intention of International Dance Day and the
Message is to bring all Dance together on this occasion, to celebrate
this art form and revel in its universality, to cross all political,
cultural and ethnic barriers and bring people together in peace and
friendship with a common language - DANCE.
Representative of Colorado. "It meets with our goal of making dance accessible where it might not have been in the past." Gwen Bowen is artistic director for Arts For All, a non-profit group devoted to increasing the accessibility of all manner of artistic expression to all manner of people, young and old. She also serves as the Regional Director of National Dance Week.
COME DANCE and join Gwen to learn two dances for the NATIONAL DANCE WEEK
performances on Friday April 20 at noon at the Civic Center/City and
County Bldg., and on April 27 at South High School at 7pm We hope to
have close to 100 tap dancers as the finale of the show. Performing
will be students from public schools, private schools, private dance
studios and ethnic studios. This will be a complete gamut of dancers.
REHEARSALS will be at the Community Center 216 S. Grant Street,
Denver, CO 80209, starting on March 24th at 1:00 and on all following
Saturdays at 1:00. For more info and/or ticket information call
303-722-2624
In 1982 the International Dance Committee of the International Theatre
Institute, UNESCO, created International Dance Day to be celebrated
every year on the 29th April. The date commemorates the birthday of
Jean-Georges Noverre (1727 - 1810), the creator of modern ballet.
Every year a message from a well-known dance personality is circulated
throughout the world. The intention of International Dance Day and the
Message is to bring all Dance together on this occasion, to celebrate
this art form and revel in its universality, to cross all political,
cultural and ethnic barriers and bring people together in peace and
friendship with a common language - DANCE.
26th Annual Producing Conference--May 4-6 2007!
Learn the Business Behind the Show!
Spend the weekend with producers of Avenue Q, The Color Purple, Mamma Mia, Rent,and Wicked at the
26th Annual Producing Conference!
Friday-SundayMay 4-6, 2007
Broadway’s most experienced players offer practical and actionable information to aspiring producers and investors.
24 hours of intensive instruction over 3 days
COME LEARN THE BUSINESS BEHIND THE SHOW
Space is limited.
Register now.
Fee: $400.
Location: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Streetbetween Eighth and Ninth Avenues, in New York City.
For more information, visit www.CommercialTheaterInstitute.com
*Conditions: Speakers subject to change.
Spend the weekend with producers of Avenue Q, The Color Purple, Mamma Mia, Rent,and Wicked at the
26th Annual Producing Conference!
Friday-SundayMay 4-6, 2007
Broadway’s most experienced players offer practical and actionable information to aspiring producers and investors.
24 hours of intensive instruction over 3 days
COME LEARN THE BUSINESS BEHIND THE SHOW
Space is limited.
Register now.
Fee: $400.
Location: New World Stages, 340 West 50th Streetbetween Eighth and Ninth Avenues, in New York City.
For more information, visit www.CommercialTheaterInstitute.com
*Conditions: Speakers subject to change.
Tap Master Classes with RHAPSODY IN TAPS and Guests!
Celebrate National Tap Dance Day!
An afternoon of Tap Master Classes and Informal Showings with RHAPSODY IN TAPS and Guests
Sunday, May 6, 2007 · Noon - 5:00pm
Center Stage Dance Academy, next to the clock tower
·3418 N Los Coyotes Diagonal · Long Beach, CA 90808 · 562/497-1181
-Ken Bell, a solo tap performer since age 8, worked with Don Johnson Orchestra, in night clubs, hotels, Disneyland, Academy Awards and Warner Brothers 50th Anniversary. He currently lives and teaches tap in Las Vegas.
- Ardie Bryant, Ambassador of Tap and a creator of modern jazz tap in 1947, worked with Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Duke Ellington and Nat King Cole. A CSULA Professor of Jazz Tap and Tap History, Ardie was declared a Los Angeles Cultural Treasure in 2006.
-Pauline Hagino is a founding member of Rhapsody In Taps. She teaches at OrangeCoast College and the Defore Dance Studio and is a certified instructor in Pilates and Gyrokinesis.
-Christy Hernandez performed with RIT, Sam Weber and Dianne Walker, was the Artistic Director of Sound Effects, produced five Northern California Tap Workshops and currently teaches at the Academy of Performing Arts at Huntington Beach H.S.
-Joy Hewitt has performed, choreographed and taught in the US and Europe at Centre de Danse in Cannes for 6 years, UCLA, Loyola Marymount U., Chapman U. and CSULB. Former owner of Mission Viejo Dance & Performing Arts Center, Joy teaches at Santa Monica College.
-Gregg Russell, Emmy nominated choreographer, worked with Bette Midler, Gene Kelly, The Nicholas Brothers, Cedric the Entertainer and his company, Tap Sounds Underground. He has directed TV commercials and was featured on the cover of Dance Teacher Magazine.
-Linda SohI-Ellison, Artistic Director/Choreographer and soloist with Rhapsody In Taps for 25 years, has performed and taught worldwide. Linda is a Professor of Dance at Orange Coast College In Costa Mesa.
-Fred Strickler, former RIT soloist, dancer and choreographer for film, television,musical theater and the concert stage, has toured throughout the world. He is Professor of Dance at UC Riverside and performs as a tap soloist.
-Jim Taylor, 50 years professional tap dancer/teacher. Oversees Bob Fosse Scholarships. Assisted Fayard Nicholas at L.A. Tap Festival and teaches recreations of Fayard's choreography and works of Gene Kelly, Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell.
-Chance Taylor has tapped since age 7 on stage, screen and TV. He teaches advanced rhythm tap in the US and Japan, performed in the film, TAP, featuring Gregory Hines and toured with Savion Glover in New York, Amsterdam and on the Regis Philbin Show.
-Steve Zee teaches tap on the faculty of CSU Long Beach, has been a member of RIT and Jazz Tap Ensemble. He directs his own company, L.A. Ironworks, and performs his one-man tap show "All In Good Time".
MASTER CLASS SCHEDULE -
(Mark and save this schedule)
12:00 (includes informal Showing 1:15-1:35 in Studio 1)
Gregg Russell Ken Bell Pauline Hagino Steve Zee
Speed Racer/Get Faster Feet Technique & Combination Technique & Combination Technique & Combination
Advanced Intermediate/Advanced Adv. Beginning Intermediate
1:40 (includes informal Showing 2:55-3:15 in Studio 1)
Christy Hernandez Linda Sohl-Ellison Chance Taylor Ken Bell
Technique & Combination RIT Repertoire Chance Invention Technique & Combination
Intermediate/Advanced Advanced Adv. Beginning 3:20 (includes informal Showing 4:35-4:55 in Studio 1)
Ardie Bryant Fred Strickler Joy Hewitt Jim Taylor
Modern Jazz Tap (Bebop) Technique & Combination Technique & Combination "Begin the Beguine"
Technique & Combination Intermediate Adv. Beginning Intermediate/Advanced
Advanced
*At the end of each class all dancers will gather in studio #1 for an informal showing (20 minutes).
Each class will share (perform) the material learned and faculty will speak briefly.
Registration for RIT's National Tap Dance Day Celebration Sunday, May 6, 2007
Classes close when filled, so register early to ensure your choice. Postmark by 4/20/07 for discount.
1. Complete this form
2. Make check payable to Rhapsody In Taps
3. Mail form and check to:
C. Clarke, P.O. Box 5236, Beverly Hills, CA 90209
4. Questions? Call Carolyn at: 310-858-1676
Name__________________________________________________
Street _________________________________________________
City ___________________________ Zip___________________
Phone___________________________________
Email____________________________________
Check #_________________ in the amount of $_____________
I am a teacher_____ tapper_____ I found out from Website_____
Flyer _________ Other _________________________________
NON PROFIT
US POSTAGE
PAID Permit No. 01448
Center Stage Dance Academy, next to the clock tower
3418 N Los Coyotes Diagonal · Long Beach, CA 90808 ·
562/497-1181
RIT's National Tap Dance Day Celebration, Sunday, May 6, 2007
RHAPSODY IN TAPS
4812 Matney Ave · Long Beach, CA 90807
www.rhapsodyintaps.com
DATED MATERIAL
FEES POSTMARKED BY AFTER
4/20/07
1 Class $15 $18
2 Classes $26 $34
3 Classes $36 $50
Write name of teacher for each
TIME class you choose
12:00-1:35
1:40-3:15
3:20-4:55
Cut and mail-in form
Celebrate National Tap Dance Day!
An afternoon of Tap Master Classes and Informal Showings with RHAPSODY IN TAPS and Guests
Sunday, May 6, 2007 · Noon - 5:00pm
Center Stage Dance Academy, next to the clock tower
·3418 N Los Coyotes Diagonal · Long Beach, CA 90808 · 562/497-1181
-Ken Bell, a solo tap performer since age 8, worked with Don Johnson Orchestra, in night clubs, hotels, Disneyland, Academy Awards and Warner Brothers 50th Anniversary. He currently lives and teaches tap in Las Vegas.
- Ardie Bryant, Ambassador of Tap and a creator of modern jazz tap in 1947, worked with Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Duke Ellington and Nat King Cole. A CSULA Professor of Jazz Tap and Tap History, Ardie was declared a Los Angeles Cultural Treasure in 2006.
-Pauline Hagino is a founding member of Rhapsody In Taps. She teaches at OrangeCoast College and the Defore Dance Studio and is a certified instructor in Pilates and Gyrokinesis.
-Christy Hernandez performed with RIT, Sam Weber and Dianne Walker, was the Artistic Director of Sound Effects, produced five Northern California Tap Workshops and currently teaches at the Academy of Performing Arts at Huntington Beach H.S.
-Joy Hewitt has performed, choreographed and taught in the US and Europe at Centre de Danse in Cannes for 6 years, UCLA, Loyola Marymount U., Chapman U. and CSULB. Former owner of Mission Viejo Dance & Performing Arts Center, Joy teaches at Santa Monica College.
-Gregg Russell, Emmy nominated choreographer, worked with Bette Midler, Gene Kelly, The Nicholas Brothers, Cedric the Entertainer and his company, Tap Sounds Underground. He has directed TV commercials and was featured on the cover of Dance Teacher Magazine.
-Linda SohI-Ellison, Artistic Director/Choreographer and soloist with Rhapsody In Taps for 25 years, has performed and taught worldwide. Linda is a Professor of Dance at Orange Coast College In Costa Mesa.
-Fred Strickler, former RIT soloist, dancer and choreographer for film, television,musical theater and the concert stage, has toured throughout the world. He is Professor of Dance at UC Riverside and performs as a tap soloist.
-Jim Taylor, 50 years professional tap dancer/teacher. Oversees Bob Fosse Scholarships. Assisted Fayard Nicholas at L.A. Tap Festival and teaches recreations of Fayard's choreography and works of Gene Kelly, Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell.
-Chance Taylor has tapped since age 7 on stage, screen and TV. He teaches advanced rhythm tap in the US and Japan, performed in the film, TAP, featuring Gregory Hines and toured with Savion Glover in New York, Amsterdam and on the Regis Philbin Show.
-Steve Zee teaches tap on the faculty of CSU Long Beach, has been a member of RIT and Jazz Tap Ensemble. He directs his own company, L.A. Ironworks, and performs his one-man tap show "All In Good Time".
MASTER CLASS SCHEDULE -
(Mark and save this schedule)
12:00 (includes informal Showing 1:15-1:35 in Studio 1)
Gregg Russell Ken Bell Pauline Hagino Steve Zee
Speed Racer/Get Faster Feet Technique & Combination Technique & Combination Technique & Combination
Advanced Intermediate/Advanced Adv. Beginning Intermediate
1:40 (includes informal Showing 2:55-3:15 in Studio 1)
Christy Hernandez Linda Sohl-Ellison Chance Taylor Ken Bell
Technique & Combination RIT Repertoire Chance Invention Technique & Combination
Intermediate/Advanced Advanced Adv. Beginning 3:20 (includes informal Showing 4:35-4:55 in Studio 1)
Ardie Bryant Fred Strickler Joy Hewitt Jim Taylor
Modern Jazz Tap (Bebop) Technique & Combination Technique & Combination "Begin the Beguine"
Technique & Combination Intermediate Adv. Beginning Intermediate/Advanced
Advanced
*At the end of each class all dancers will gather in studio #1 for an informal showing (20 minutes).
Each class will share (perform) the material learned and faculty will speak briefly.
Registration for RIT's National Tap Dance Day Celebration Sunday, May 6, 2007
Classes close when filled, so register early to ensure your choice. Postmark by 4/20/07 for discount.
1. Complete this form
2. Make check payable to Rhapsody In Taps
3. Mail form and check to:
C. Clarke, P.O. Box 5236, Beverly Hills, CA 90209
4. Questions? Call Carolyn at: 310-858-1676
Name__________________________________________________
Street _________________________________________________
City ___________________________ Zip___________________
Phone___________________________________
Email____________________________________
Check #_________________ in the amount of $_____________
I am a teacher_____ tapper_____ I found out from Website_____
Flyer _________ Other _________________________________
NON PROFIT
US POSTAGE
PAID Permit No. 01448
Center Stage Dance Academy, next to the clock tower
3418 N Los Coyotes Diagonal · Long Beach, CA 90808 ·
562/497-1181
RIT's National Tap Dance Day Celebration, Sunday, May 6, 2007
RHAPSODY IN TAPS
4812 Matney Ave · Long Beach, CA 90807
www.rhapsodyintaps.com
DATED MATERIAL
FEES POSTMARKED BY AFTER
4/20/07
1 Class $15 $18
2 Classes $26 $34
3 Classes $36 $50
Write name of teacher for each
TIME class you choose
12:00-1:35
1:40-3:15
3:20-4:55
Cut and mail-in form
Celebrate National Tap Dance Day!
TRADITION IN TAP UPCOMING NYC WORKSHOP!
The upcoming workshop in the 'Tradition In Tap - Series' will be dedicated to the work of the legendary Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer. The workshop is scheduled to take place in New York City on the weekend of National Tap Dance Day, Memorial Day weekend, May 26-28 2007.
This workshop will feature original choreography taught by the master himself, Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer, and Honorary Master Tap Classes by leading tap artists:
Ofer Ben, Ayodele Casel, Barbara Duffy, Melba Huber, Avi Miller, Andrew Nemr, Prof. Robert L. Reed, Sarah Reich, Germaine Salsberg, Jason Samuels-Smith, Randy Skinner, Prof. Hank Smith & Shea Sullivan.
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 May 26, at Peter Norton Symphony Space - Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theater (on Broadway). See the website for guidelines and an application form.
The workshop includes:
- Three days of intensive tap experience.
- Original Choreography created and taught by the 'Master' himself.
- 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 Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer Tap Experience.
Scholarships are made possible by funds from The 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 is on the web site: www.TraditionInTap.org
An online registration form will be available on March 15, 2007.
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!
Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer - bio:
Born in New York City, Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer began his career as a tap dancer on roller skates at the Hudson Guild in the Chelsea district of Hell's Kitchen. His twin sister (Hattie) expressed little or no desire to join Harold in his theatrical endeavors.
His family moved to Harlem in the early 1960's where he continued his education in reading, writing, arithmetic and rhythm tap. He performed at night in Julie Podell's Kit Kat Club on East 55th Street, and attended Cooper Junior High School by day.
Mr. Cromer tossed away his roller skates when Cole Porter and B. G. De Sylva signed him to appear on Broadway in 'Du Barry Was A Lady', with Bert Lahr, Ethel Merman and Betty Grable. Miss Merman sang 'Do I Love You', and Harold danced.
Following the long run, Miss Merman was to star in 'Panama Hattie' and was later replaced by Gypsy Rose Lee as Madame 'Du Barry'. Once again, Gypsy sang and Harold Danced.Following a long road tour, Harold returned to Broadway in Richard Kollmar's production of 'Early To Bed', with music by Fats Waller, book and lyrics by George Marion Jr., starring Carl Brisson and Muriel Angelus at the Broadhurst Theater in 1943.
Harold is certainly no stranger to Vaudeville, night clubs, movies and television, as a member of the well known song and dance comedy team of 'Stump and Stumpy' with James Cross. They appeared in the leading theaters and night clubs throughout the United States in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles, as well as in Canada and Europe. To mention a few: The Cotton Club, Copacabana, The Riviera - with Duke Ellington, The Desert Inn - with Ted Lewis in Las Vegas and Hollywood, The Paramount - with Frank Sinatra, The Strand Theater - with Billie Holiday and Count Basie, toured with Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, The Ink Spots, Stan Kenton, Sophie Tucker and many other well known celebrities.
Harold kept apace with the changing times when he became the Master of Ceremonies to Rock & Roll's 'The Biggest Show of Stars' in the late 1950's, introducing Bill Haley, Buddy Holly, Paul Anka, Buddy Darin, Fats Domino, Chubby Checker, Frankie Avalon, Chuck Berry and Cliff Richards(England's challenge to Elvis Presley), Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye.
Mr. Cromer returned to Broadway in 1978 in Lee Theodore's 'The American Dance Machine' as a guest soloist and on tour to many cities in the U.S.A. and Japan. More recently, he concluded a successful engagement in London, England at the Adelphi Theater in 1982.
Harold received his Living Treasure in American Dance Award in 1996. It was presented to him on behalf of the School of American Dance & Arts Management by Oklahoma City University graduate, and now Tony Award winner, Kristin Chenoweth.
For the past fifty years Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer has performed as a song-and-dance man and impressionist in the United States, Canada, England, France, Germany, Holland, Austria, Italy, Japan, Cuba and Mexico and on special occasions as a roller skating tap dancer.
E-mail address: (For this workshop only)HaroldStumpyCromer@TraditionInTap.org
Phone: 646-383-4949
This workshop will feature original choreography taught by the master himself, Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer, and Honorary Master Tap Classes by leading tap artists:
Ofer Ben, Ayodele Casel, Barbara Duffy, Melba Huber, Avi Miller, Andrew Nemr, Prof. Robert L. Reed, Sarah Reich, Germaine Salsberg, Jason Samuels-Smith, Randy Skinner, Prof. Hank Smith & Shea Sullivan.
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 May 26, at Peter Norton Symphony Space - Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theater (on Broadway). See the website for guidelines and an application form.
The workshop includes:
- Three days of intensive tap experience.
- Original Choreography created and taught by the 'Master' himself.
- 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 Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer Tap Experience.
Scholarships are made possible by funds from The 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 is on the web site: www.TraditionInTap.org
An online registration form will be available on March 15, 2007.
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!
Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer - bio:
Born in New York City, Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer began his career as a tap dancer on roller skates at the Hudson Guild in the Chelsea district of Hell's Kitchen. His twin sister (Hattie) expressed little or no desire to join Harold in his theatrical endeavors.
His family moved to Harlem in the early 1960's where he continued his education in reading, writing, arithmetic and rhythm tap. He performed at night in Julie Podell's Kit Kat Club on East 55th Street, and attended Cooper Junior High School by day.
Mr. Cromer tossed away his roller skates when Cole Porter and B. G. De Sylva signed him to appear on Broadway in 'Du Barry Was A Lady', with Bert Lahr, Ethel Merman and Betty Grable. Miss Merman sang 'Do I Love You', and Harold danced.
Following the long run, Miss Merman was to star in 'Panama Hattie' and was later replaced by Gypsy Rose Lee as Madame 'Du Barry'. Once again, Gypsy sang and Harold Danced.Following a long road tour, Harold returned to Broadway in Richard Kollmar's production of 'Early To Bed', with music by Fats Waller, book and lyrics by George Marion Jr., starring Carl Brisson and Muriel Angelus at the Broadhurst Theater in 1943.
Harold is certainly no stranger to Vaudeville, night clubs, movies and television, as a member of the well known song and dance comedy team of 'Stump and Stumpy' with James Cross. They appeared in the leading theaters and night clubs throughout the United States in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles, as well as in Canada and Europe. To mention a few: The Cotton Club, Copacabana, The Riviera - with Duke Ellington, The Desert Inn - with Ted Lewis in Las Vegas and Hollywood, The Paramount - with Frank Sinatra, The Strand Theater - with Billie Holiday and Count Basie, toured with Nat King Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, The Ink Spots, Stan Kenton, Sophie Tucker and many other well known celebrities.
Harold kept apace with the changing times when he became the Master of Ceremonies to Rock & Roll's 'The Biggest Show of Stars' in the late 1950's, introducing Bill Haley, Buddy Holly, Paul Anka, Buddy Darin, Fats Domino, Chubby Checker, Frankie Avalon, Chuck Berry and Cliff Richards(England's challenge to Elvis Presley), Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye.
Mr. Cromer returned to Broadway in 1978 in Lee Theodore's 'The American Dance Machine' as a guest soloist and on tour to many cities in the U.S.A. and Japan. More recently, he concluded a successful engagement in London, England at the Adelphi Theater in 1982.
Harold received his Living Treasure in American Dance Award in 1996. It was presented to him on behalf of the School of American Dance & Arts Management by Oklahoma City University graduate, and now Tony Award winner, Kristin Chenoweth.
For the past fifty years Harold 'Stumpy' Cromer has performed as a song-and-dance man and impressionist in the United States, Canada, England, France, Germany, Holland, Austria, Italy, Japan, Cuba and Mexico and on special occasions as a roller skating tap dancer.
E-mail address: (For this workshop only)HaroldStumpyCromer@TraditionInTap.org
Phone: 646-383-4949
Tappin Soles of Detroit present "Sounds from the Sole"
"Sounds from the Sole"
Honoring Tap Master Bruce Bradley.
This event will take place at the Troy Community Centeron Sunday May 27th, 2007 from 4-5:30pm.
Ticket prices: Adults 12 and over $20.00 and children 11 and under $10.00
To reserve your tickets contact Doretha Grace at: 248 620 6813.
The Troy Community Center is located at 3179 Livernois, Troy Michigan 48083, 248 524-3484.
Honoring Tap Master Bruce Bradley.
This event will take place at the Troy Community Centeron Sunday May 27th, 2007 from 4-5:30pm.
Ticket prices: Adults 12 and over $20.00 and children 11 and under $10.00
To reserve your tickets contact Doretha Grace at: 248 620 6813.
The Troy Community Center is located at 3179 Livernois, Troy Michigan 48083, 248 524-3484.
Bigbang Streetdancers Unite Level II
A message from Streetdancers:
Hello Dance Enthusiasts
We would like to invite you 2 our next level!
“Bigbang Streetdancers Unite Level II”
Hiphop dancers coming from different countries (South-Africa, England, Hungary, The Netherlands, Switzerland, Ireland, Denmark, …) will present you the next event, where you can follow FREE workouts on Thursday the 17th and Friday the 18th of May 2007.
Starting from Friday evening you can join Solo competitions, Duo competitions and Team competitions. If you are not ready to compete, please don’t miss out on this chance to be there as a spectator encouraging all competitors!
Besides our classic competitions we also have our Battle-crew competitions like you all know from the movie You Got Served. The Winner gets 1000 euro!
For all competitors we have FREE drinks during the event.
Also all participants will receive a remembrance of this event as a proof of you being a part of our hip hop culture…..
(Site will be updated in April!!)
All information, rules and inscriptions at office@streetdancers.org
If necessary we can help you with transportation and sleeping facilities.
We can offer bed and breakfast for 15 euro/day close to the venue.
Not participating means missing out on a chance to get to know and respect new people in our hiphop world!
Let the culture live…
Office Bigbang!
www.streetdancers.orgoffice@streetdancers.org
+32 498 65 56 07
Hello Dance Enthusiasts
We would like to invite you 2 our next level!
“Bigbang Streetdancers Unite Level II”
Hiphop dancers coming from different countries (South-Africa, England, Hungary, The Netherlands, Switzerland, Ireland, Denmark, …) will present you the next event, where you can follow FREE workouts on Thursday the 17th and Friday the 18th of May 2007.
Starting from Friday evening you can join Solo competitions, Duo competitions and Team competitions. If you are not ready to compete, please don’t miss out on this chance to be there as a spectator encouraging all competitors!
Besides our classic competitions we also have our Battle-crew competitions like you all know from the movie You Got Served. The Winner gets 1000 euro!
For all competitors we have FREE drinks during the event.
Also all participants will receive a remembrance of this event as a proof of you being a part of our hip hop culture…..
(Site will be updated in April!!)
All information, rules and inscriptions at office@streetdancers.org
If necessary we can help you with transportation and sleeping facilities.
We can offer bed and breakfast for 15 euro/day close to the venue.
Not participating means missing out on a chance to get to know and respect new people in our hiphop world!
Let the culture live…
Office Bigbang!
www.streetdancers.orgoffice@streetdancers.org
+32 498 65 56 07
Manhattan Performing Arts Collective "The Premiere Performing Arts Intensive"
MPAC makes an impact!
"Manhattan Performing Arts Collective "The Premiere Performing Arts Intensive"
July 17-28th 2007
MPAC cultivates and educates young dancers interested in pursuing a career in entertainment. The twelve-day MPAC experience culminates with the performance of a mini-Broadway musical, written and directed by Europe Harmon.
MPAC participants receive:
-Classes in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, hip-hop, musical theater, stretch, voice, and acting taught by some of the nation's finest instructors, choreographers and performers.
-Specialized Performance Workshops
-Broadway show and talk-back with cast members
-Seminars with well-known Broadway and television artists
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Applicants must audition via videotape (VHS, mini DV, DVD, e-mail video) which must include:
-Name & Age stated clearly at the beginning of the videotape
-A jazz or lyrical combination & a tap combination no less than one minute long.
-A vocal selection that is age appropriate.
-Recitation of a fable or poem
*Applicants must be 14-21 years of age
*Participants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult chaperone
*Tuition is $1025.00 for the 12 day intensive.
*Deadline June 1st.
A non-refundable $25 audition fee must accompany the videotape. Please make money orders payable to Manhattan Performing Arts Collective. No personal checks accepted.
Send to:
Manhattan Performing Arts Collective
1131 Grisham Rd.
Plainfield, NJ 07062
Attn: Sheila Barker
For more information: call 9082940256 or visit www.manhattanPAC.com
***When registering or inquiring, please mention that you heard about it from Elka at Divine Rhythm Productions!***
"Manhattan Performing Arts Collective "The Premiere Performing Arts Intensive"
July 17-28th 2007
MPAC cultivates and educates young dancers interested in pursuing a career in entertainment. The twelve-day MPAC experience culminates with the performance of a mini-Broadway musical, written and directed by Europe Harmon.
MPAC participants receive:
-Classes in ballet, jazz, tap, lyrical, hip-hop, musical theater, stretch, voice, and acting taught by some of the nation's finest instructors, choreographers and performers.
-Specialized Performance Workshops
-Broadway show and talk-back with cast members
-Seminars with well-known Broadway and television artists
----------------------------------
Applicants must audition via videotape (VHS, mini DV, DVD, e-mail video) which must include:
-Name & Age stated clearly at the beginning of the videotape
-A jazz or lyrical combination & a tap combination no less than one minute long.
-A vocal selection that is age appropriate.
-Recitation of a fable or poem
*Applicants must be 14-21 years of age
*Participants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult chaperone
*Tuition is $1025.00 for the 12 day intensive.
*Deadline June 1st.
A non-refundable $25 audition fee must accompany the videotape. Please make money orders payable to Manhattan Performing Arts Collective. No personal checks accepted.
Send to:
Manhattan Performing Arts Collective
1131 Grisham Rd.
Plainfield, NJ 07062
Attn: Sheila Barker
For more information: call 9082940256 or visit www.manhattanPAC.com
***When registering or inquiring, please mention that you heard about it from Elka at Divine Rhythm Productions!***
Tap Dance Workshop with Linda Sohl-Ellison!
(Artistic Director of Rhapsody In Taps)Join Linda Sohl-Ellison for a challenging and intensive Tap Dance Workshop designedfor advanced tap dancers and high intermediate level dancers.The course will include work on technique, musicality, travelingphrases, repertoire excerpts from Rhapsody In Taps, material by tap mentors and tap improvisation.
The workshop will be held in OCC's
Dance Studio B (sprung oak floor.)
July 23-26, 2007
Mon.-Thurs. 10am-2:15pm
Sign up for Dance 195AD -
Summer Dance Workshop
Ticket #0056 (0.5 unit)
Tuition for California residents is $13
(plus a college service charge).
A parking fee is optional.
Contact OCC Admissions & Records at 714-432-5072 for out-of-state tuition and other registration questions.
For Dance Department information: 714-432-5506.
(For calls BEFORE May 19, 2007)
Orange Coast College
2701 Fairview Road
Costa Mesa, CA 92628-5005
www.orangecoastcollege.edu
Presented by the Orange Coast College Dance Department
The workshop will be held in OCC's
Dance Studio B (sprung oak floor.)
July 23-26, 2007
Mon.-Thurs. 10am-2:15pm
Sign up for Dance 195AD -
Summer Dance Workshop
Ticket #0056 (0.5 unit)
Tuition for California residents is $13
(plus a college service charge).
A parking fee is optional.
Contact OCC Admissions & Records at 714-432-5072 for out-of-state tuition and other registration questions.
For Dance Department information: 714-432-5506.
(For calls BEFORE May 19, 2007)
Orange Coast College
2701 Fairview Road
Costa Mesa, CA 92628-5005
www.orangecoastcollege.edu
Presented by the Orange Coast College Dance Department
USA & World Hip Hop Championships & Bboy Battles!
Announcing the USA & World Hip Hop Championships & Bboy Battles!
The best street dance and bboy/bgirl crews are coming to Los Angeles to compete for global supremacy.--July 25-29, 2007--
Participating Countries include:
ARGENTINA
AUSTRALIA
BELGIUM
BRAZIL
CANADA
CHINA
COLOMBIA
CZECH REPUBLIC
FRANCE
GERMANY
INDIA
IRELAND
ITALY
JAPAN
KOREA
LATVIA
MEXICO
NEW ZEALAND
NETHERLANDS
NIGERIA
PHILIPPINES
POLAND
PORTUGAL
RUSSIA
SINGAPORE
SOUTH AFRICA
SPAIN
SWITZERLAND
TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
UNITED KINGDOM
UNITED STATES
Be there to compete or to witness all the excitement.
For information - rules & guidelines, entry forms, tickets and more:
visit: www.hiphopinternational.com ;call: 1.800. NOW-JUMP (800.669.5867) or 323.850.3777.
email: hiphopworldwide@aol.com
For questions regarding the USA & World Battle contact POEONE: GSeveneleven@aol.com.
The best street dance and bboy/bgirl crews are coming to Los Angeles to compete for global supremacy.--July 25-29, 2007--
Participating Countries include:
ARGENTINA
AUSTRALIA
BELGIUM
BRAZIL
CANADA
CHINA
COLOMBIA
CZECH REPUBLIC
FRANCE
GERMANY
INDIA
IRELAND
ITALY
JAPAN
KOREA
LATVIA
MEXICO
NEW ZEALAND
NETHERLANDS
NIGERIA
PHILIPPINES
POLAND
PORTUGAL
RUSSIA
SINGAPORE
SOUTH AFRICA
SPAIN
SWITZERLAND
TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
UNITED KINGDOM
UNITED STATES
Be there to compete or to witness all the excitement.
For information - rules & guidelines, entry forms, tickets and more:
visit: www.hiphopinternational.com ;call: 1.800. NOW-JUMP (800.669.5867) or 323.850.3777.
email: hiphopworldwide@aol.com
For questions regarding the USA & World Battle contact POEONE: GSeveneleven@aol.com.
Check out: LOOKING FOR JOSEPHINE in France!
LOOKING FOR JOSEPHINE (currently running in France)
FEATURING JOSEPH WIGGIN & KENDRICK JONES
http://www.larevuenegre.fr
(You can even see clips of the show on their Myspace pages)
Tapping with the Masters DVD clips online!
A message from Rusty Frank:
Greetings Dancers,
Thanks to my fabulous editor (and fellow tap dancer) Greg Gast, we have another Tapping With The Masters DVD clip online for your viewing pleasure.
Leonard Reed's Shim Sham Shimmy!
http://rustyfrank.com/shop/ontap.asp
(go to your destination -- USA or International -- and then scroll down until
you get to Leonard Reed's Shim Sham Shimmy)
I'm particularly excited that this "commercial" is up, in that this was thefirst instructional tape
I made for Tapping With The Masters.Happy viewing everyone.
Tappingly,
Rusty Frank
http://rustyfrank.com
310 606 5606
Greetings Dancers,
Thanks to my fabulous editor (and fellow tap dancer) Greg Gast, we have another Tapping With The Masters DVD clip online for your viewing pleasure.
Leonard Reed's Shim Sham Shimmy!
http://rustyfrank.com/shop/ontap.asp
(go to your destination -- USA or International -- and then scroll down until
you get to Leonard Reed's Shim Sham Shimmy)
I'm particularly excited that this "commercial" is up, in that this was thefirst instructional tape
I made for Tapping With The Masters.Happy viewing everyone.
Tappingly,
Rusty Frank
http://rustyfrank.com
310 606 5606
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