The upcoming workshop in the 'Tradition In Tap - Series'
will be dedicated to the work of Legendary Be-Bop Tap
Master, 'The Ambassador of Tap', Prof. Ardie Bryant.
The workshop is scheduled to take place in New York City on
the weekend of November 7-9, 2008.
This workshop will feature original choreography taught by
the master himself, and Honorary Master Classes by leading
tap artists.
The workshop will take place at Nola Studios in midtown
Manhattan.
The Participants Showcase will take place on Saturday
November 8, at Manhattan Movement and Arts Center. See the
website for guidelines and application form.
The workshop includes:
- Three days of intensive tap experience.
- Original Choreography 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.
- Related Events
- 'Dance Teacher Recognizes' certificate (For Teachers
Only).
The workshop consists of 4 different programs:
- Two separate adult programs for intermediate, advanced
and professional levels (Adults, Teens 16+).
- Teens program for tappers ages 12-16, with at least 5
years of extensive tap training.
- Youth program for tappers age 10-12, 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 Prof. Ardie Bryant Tap Experience.
Scholarships are made possible by funds granted by private
donors through the 'Sponsor A Tap Dancer' program & The
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 the workshop.
Extensive information is now available 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!
Special group rates available – call for details.
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Prof. Ardie Bryant - Bio:
Prof. Bryant, known worldwide as the "Innovator of Modern
Jazz Tap" and the "Ambassador of Tap" is a master jazz tap
percussionist, tap preservationist, historian, director,
composer, arranger, actor, choreographer and musician with
seven decades of professional experience.
He has toured the world as a Goodwill Ambassador for the
Department of Defense, and the sounds of his percussive
feet and his dance memories are preserved as part of the
Jazz Oral History Program in the Archives Center of the
Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American
History.
In his teens, he was influenced by the music of modern jazz
giants Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gilliespie, and is credited
with developing a new style of tap he named Modern Jazz
Tap.
Ardie is also a university professor who not only teaches
tap, but also educates students about the importance and
history of tap and jazz tap as an American art form.
In July 2006 Ardie received the prestigious "Los Angeles
Cultural Treasure Award" from the City of Los Angeles.
Prof. Bryant co-starred and performed with: Nat King Cole,
Sarah Vaughan, Cab Calloway, Joe Louis, Kate Smith, Fred
Allen, Ruth Brown, The Los Angeles Master Chorale, Duke
Ellington, Count Basie, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie,
Lionel Hampton, Woody Herman, Erroll Garner, Charles
Mingus, Art Tatum, Lester Young, Billy May and Illinois
Jacquet. He appeared at: The Palace Theater, The Paramount
Theater, The Apollo Theater, Carnegie Hall, The Calgary
Stampede and The Walt Disney Concert Hall.
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Please feel free to e-mail me with any questions or
comments you might have.
My e-mail address for this workshop is:
ProfArdieBryant@TraditionInTap.org
or call me directly at: 646-383-4949
Thanks and Shalom,
Ofer Ben - Executive Director
Tradition In Tap, Inc.
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Tradition In Tap, Inc.
www.TraditionInTap.org
Postal Address: P.O.Box 1050
New York City, NY 10276, USA
Phone: (646) 383-4949
Friday, September 19, 2008
New York premiere of new Superhero Tap Dance Opera
New York premiere of new Superhero Tap Dance Opera
Chicago Tap Theatre and The New York Musical Theatre Festival Present
The Hourglass and the Poisoned Pen
A Superhero Tap Dance Opera
Dates and information
Visit http://nymf.org/Show-938.html or call 212-352-3101
for more information and tickets.
Saturday, Sep 27th at 8:00 pm
Sunday, Sep 28th at 1:00 pm
Sunday, Sep 28th at 4:00 pm
Manhattan Movement & Arts Center
248 West 60th Street
New York, NY, 10023
Don't miss what the critics have been raving about!
When Superheroes, live theater and tap dancing collide, the
result is Chicago Tap Theatre's The Hourglass and the
Poisoned Pen. Part story ballet, part summer blockbuster
and all rhythm, this is the production that set Chicago on
fire. The show was created with the assistance of famed
comic book artist and writer Andrew Pepoy (Batman, Fables,
Simpsons). With a cast of ten male and female dancers, all
of whom excel in both tap and other forms of dance, and
moments of intense action, irresistible humor and heartfelt
emotion, choreographer and director Mark Yonally not only
creates a whole new world for The Hourglass through his
choreography – he also creates a unique new spin on the art
of tap dance.
What Chicago critics said about the Hourglass and the
Poisoned Pen:
"choreographer Mark Yonally slam-dunks his most recent
fusion of comic books and tap dance... Yonally's Poisoned
Pen is malice incarnate, for example, in a solo whose
forceful contrapuntal dancing brings home his power and
intelligence. Fluffy yet smart, the piece lets you kick
back without going brain-dead." Laura Molzahn, Chicago
Reader, July 4-10, 2008
"A Marvel…spunky and fresh." Sid Smith, Chicago Tribune,
July 2, 2008
"You will be treated to murder, hostage-taking,
vengeance-seeking and knock-down, drag-out fighting along
the way. Each of [Chicago Tap Theatre's] dancers is a
stylish tapper deft at playing a role. And Yonally's
inventive choreography never fails to make tap a great deal
more than simple telegraphy." Hedy Weiss, Chicago
Sun-Times, July 8, 2008
"Wonder Woman. Batwoman. The Bionic Woman. Buffy Summers.
Elastigirl. Juliette Lewis. Isis. Lavagirl. She-Ra.
Face it, chick superheroines rock. And so do tap dancers.
So when I had a free evening on this most recent holiday
weekend, I searched the entertainment listings for a show
that might satisfy both my fetishes. And suddenly, as if
Chicago Tap Theater had read my mind, I saw an ad for The
Hourglass and the Poisoned Pen – the all new Superhero Tap
Dance Opera currently playing at the Athenaeum Theater. I
gathered up my credit card and the Mrs. and made my way to
the next showing.
What is a superhero tap dance opera you ask? Well, just
enough background and plot lines are flashed on the
background of the set so you can read along as you would a
comic book. But instead of looking at drawings similar to
those that filled the notebook of that fat kid you knew in
junior high, you had some bad-ass tap dancers bringing the
action to life.
You see, sweet Elizabeth loved working in her father's
clock and watch shop until he was killed during a brutal
robbery, at which time she received the special power to
slow down time. With the encouragement of Daphne, her wacky
friend and comic book store proprietor, she decided she
needed to fulfill the obligation to use her powers for good
over the evil lurking in her town. Elizabeth, after
receiving a gift from Daphne containing her superheroine
costume of a blue suit, fishnets and yellow tapdancing
go-go boots, transforms into The Hourglass, while Daphne
captured my heart with her transformation into The
Secondhand and her Chuck Taylor tapshoes. Does it get any
cooler than that? Hell no.
The rest of the evening was a series of tap dance scenes
covering everything from tap dancing muggers to tap dancing
street fights to tap dancing workplace skullduggery and
general tap vigilante justice.
So if you're in Chicago, check it out. If not, I feel bad.
As for me, I'll be super-glueing some taps on my own Chuck
Taylors and filling out my application for the Justice Legs
of America."
Posted by Sid F'er at 6:23 PM, Friday, July 11, 2008,
http://leperpop.blogspot.com/2008/07/review-hourglass-and-poisoned-pen.h...
Chicago Tap Theatre and The New York Musical Theatre Festival Present
The Hourglass and the Poisoned Pen
A Superhero Tap Dance Opera
Dates and information
Visit http://nymf.org/Show-938.html or call 212-352-3101
for more information and tickets.
Saturday, Sep 27th at 8:00 pm
Sunday, Sep 28th at 1:00 pm
Sunday, Sep 28th at 4:00 pm
Manhattan Movement & Arts Center
248 West 60th Street
New York, NY, 10023
Don't miss what the critics have been raving about!
When Superheroes, live theater and tap dancing collide, the
result is Chicago Tap Theatre's The Hourglass and the
Poisoned Pen. Part story ballet, part summer blockbuster
and all rhythm, this is the production that set Chicago on
fire. The show was created with the assistance of famed
comic book artist and writer Andrew Pepoy (Batman, Fables,
Simpsons). With a cast of ten male and female dancers, all
of whom excel in both tap and other forms of dance, and
moments of intense action, irresistible humor and heartfelt
emotion, choreographer and director Mark Yonally not only
creates a whole new world for The Hourglass through his
choreography – he also creates a unique new spin on the art
of tap dance.
What Chicago critics said about the Hourglass and the
Poisoned Pen:
"choreographer Mark Yonally slam-dunks his most recent
fusion of comic books and tap dance... Yonally's Poisoned
Pen is malice incarnate, for example, in a solo whose
forceful contrapuntal dancing brings home his power and
intelligence. Fluffy yet smart, the piece lets you kick
back without going brain-dead." Laura Molzahn, Chicago
Reader, July 4-10, 2008
"A Marvel…spunky and fresh." Sid Smith, Chicago Tribune,
July 2, 2008
"You will be treated to murder, hostage-taking,
vengeance-seeking and knock-down, drag-out fighting along
the way. Each of [Chicago Tap Theatre's] dancers is a
stylish tapper deft at playing a role. And Yonally's
inventive choreography never fails to make tap a great deal
more than simple telegraphy." Hedy Weiss, Chicago
Sun-Times, July 8, 2008
"Wonder Woman. Batwoman. The Bionic Woman. Buffy Summers.
Elastigirl. Juliette Lewis. Isis. Lavagirl. She-Ra.
Face it, chick superheroines rock. And so do tap dancers.
So when I had a free evening on this most recent holiday
weekend, I searched the entertainment listings for a show
that might satisfy both my fetishes. And suddenly, as if
Chicago Tap Theater had read my mind, I saw an ad for The
Hourglass and the Poisoned Pen – the all new Superhero Tap
Dance Opera currently playing at the Athenaeum Theater. I
gathered up my credit card and the Mrs. and made my way to
the next showing.
What is a superhero tap dance opera you ask? Well, just
enough background and plot lines are flashed on the
background of the set so you can read along as you would a
comic book. But instead of looking at drawings similar to
those that filled the notebook of that fat kid you knew in
junior high, you had some bad-ass tap dancers bringing the
action to life.
You see, sweet Elizabeth loved working in her father's
clock and watch shop until he was killed during a brutal
robbery, at which time she received the special power to
slow down time. With the encouragement of Daphne, her wacky
friend and comic book store proprietor, she decided she
needed to fulfill the obligation to use her powers for good
over the evil lurking in her town. Elizabeth, after
receiving a gift from Daphne containing her superheroine
costume of a blue suit, fishnets and yellow tapdancing
go-go boots, transforms into The Hourglass, while Daphne
captured my heart with her transformation into The
Secondhand and her Chuck Taylor tapshoes. Does it get any
cooler than that? Hell no.
The rest of the evening was a series of tap dance scenes
covering everything from tap dancing muggers to tap dancing
street fights to tap dancing workplace skullduggery and
general tap vigilante justice.
So if you're in Chicago, check it out. If not, I feel bad.
As for me, I'll be super-glueing some taps on my own Chuck
Taylors and filling out my application for the Justice Legs
of America."
Posted by Sid F'er at 6:23 PM, Friday, July 11, 2008,
http://leperpop.blogspot.com/2008/07/review-hourglass-and-poisoned-pen.h...
GTT thrills with TAPE
Justin Boccitto & The Group Theatre Too, LLC presents
TAPE
Genre: Drama
Written by STEPHEN BELBER | Directed by JEFF BRELVI
Jon, an aspiring filmmaker on the verge of hitting it big,
hooks up for the weekend with his best friend
from high school, Vince, a volunteer fireman who makes his
money selling dope. Jon's new film is
being shown at a festival in Lansing, Michigan, and Vince
has come from Oakland to see it. Over
the course of the evening, Vince finally gets Jon to admit
that ten years ago he date-raped Amy
Randall, a girl whom they both dated in high school—only
then to reveal that he's taped their entire
conversation. And not only that, he's invited Amy to have
dinner with them that night. Beneath its
sus-penseful, high-stakes surface, TAPE examines questions
of motive, memory, truth and perception. Tape enjoyed a
successful run at the Jose Quintero Theater and is also a
popular cult film starring Ethan
Hawke, Robert Sean Leonard and Uma Thurman.
www.tapetheplay.com
About the Company: The Group Theatre Too, LLC
The award-winning Group Theatre Too, LLC hopes to encourage
diversity and the exploration
of the human experience through theatre-dance-music
performances and arts education programs
that will require youths and
adults to be active participants and advocates for others;
aware of their
surroundings and their ability to mediate and effect
change. Through the celebration of artists and
the art of
entertainment, GTT hopes to communicate the fact that as
many ways as we humans are
different we share common bonds and can connect with
everyone on some level bringing new
understanding and compassion to our
lives. Past GTT productions have included a revival of
Seesaw, the
new musical Count To Ten and New York dance company
Generation Tap. GTT's Artistic Advisory
Board consists of Chita Rivera,
Nicole Fosse, Maurice Hines, Theodore Mann and more.
Open: 10/17/08
Close: 10/19/08
Schedule: Friday, October 17th - 8pm
Saturday, October 18th - 8pm
Sunday, October 19th - 2pm Theater: 78th Street Theatre Lab
Address: 236 W. 78th Street
New York, NY 10024
Show Map
Location: South side of 78th Street,
just east of Broadway
Directions: Closest subway: 1,9 to 79th Street; walk south
to 78th St, east to the
Theatre.
Cost:$20
Buy Tickets Online or Call: GTT at 212-567-1535
Company: The Group Theatre Too, LLC Official Web Site:
http://www.grouptheatretoo.org
Nicky Romaniello
Nicky Romaniello is a graduate of NYC's LaGuardia High
School of the Performing Arts and is a founding member of
The Group Theatre Too. Past credits include Urban Cowboy:
the musical first national tour (Windwood Theatrics),
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Urban Cowboy (Gateway
Playhouse) West Side Story and Show Boat (Beef and Boards
Dinner Theatre) 42nd Street and A Funny Thing Happened On
The Way To The Forum (Ocean City Theatre Company)The
Menhattans (Carnegie Hall) War and Peace (Metropolitan
Opera) as well performances at the White Plains Performing
Arts Center and West Virigina Public Theatre. Nicky is a
member of the NY Tap Company, Generation Tap, who has
performed at Tap City and Circle in The Square.
Cristina Marie
Cristina Marie received her B.F.A. from NYU, Tisch School
of the Arts. Favorite credits include, NEW YORK THEATRE:
Seesaw (Gittel Mosca), Pippin (Catherine), Hell's
Kitchen-The Musical (Theresa), The Cherry Sisters (Maria),
The Snow Queen (Gerda). REGIONAL THEATRE: Full Monty (Pam
Lukowski), Gypsy (Louise), You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
(Lucy), Julius Caesar (Calpurnia), Taming Of The Shrew
(Bianca). FILM: Duplicity, Revolutionary Road, King Of The
Corner, Descent, Trust The Man. TV: "Rescue Me", "Damages",
"The Sopranos", "Sex And The City", "Law & Order", "Mad
Men", "Guiding Light". www.CristinaMarie.com
Alex Maxwell
Alex Maxwell recently graduated from New York's School of
Visual Arts with a degree in Graphic Design. He can be seen
playing guitar at the Village Ma and around New York City
parks. Past Group Theatre Too performances include
'Schroeder' in You're A Good Man Charlie Brown and 'The
Ballad Singer' in Six Who Pass While The Lentils Boil where
he also created the play's original music. Other credits
include 'Jesus' in Jesus Christ Superstar and the thriller
Wait Until Dark.
TAPE
Genre: Drama
Written by STEPHEN BELBER | Directed by JEFF BRELVI
Jon, an aspiring filmmaker on the verge of hitting it big,
hooks up for the weekend with his best friend
from high school, Vince, a volunteer fireman who makes his
money selling dope. Jon's new film is
being shown at a festival in Lansing, Michigan, and Vince
has come from Oakland to see it. Over
the course of the evening, Vince finally gets Jon to admit
that ten years ago he date-raped Amy
Randall, a girl whom they both dated in high school—only
then to reveal that he's taped their entire
conversation. And not only that, he's invited Amy to have
dinner with them that night. Beneath its
sus-penseful, high-stakes surface, TAPE examines questions
of motive, memory, truth and perception. Tape enjoyed a
successful run at the Jose Quintero Theater and is also a
popular cult film starring Ethan
Hawke, Robert Sean Leonard and Uma Thurman.
www.tapetheplay.com
About the Company: The Group Theatre Too, LLC
The award-winning Group Theatre Too, LLC hopes to encourage
diversity and the exploration
of the human experience through theatre-dance-music
performances and arts education programs
that will require youths and
adults to be active participants and advocates for others;
aware of their
surroundings and their ability to mediate and effect
change. Through the celebration of artists and
the art of
entertainment, GTT hopes to communicate the fact that as
many ways as we humans are
different we share common bonds and can connect with
everyone on some level bringing new
understanding and compassion to our
lives. Past GTT productions have included a revival of
Seesaw, the
new musical Count To Ten and New York dance company
Generation Tap. GTT's Artistic Advisory
Board consists of Chita Rivera,
Nicole Fosse, Maurice Hines, Theodore Mann and more.
Open: 10/17/08
Close: 10/19/08
Schedule: Friday, October 17th - 8pm
Saturday, October 18th - 8pm
Sunday, October 19th - 2pm Theater: 78th Street Theatre Lab
Address: 236 W. 78th Street
New York, NY 10024
Show Map
Location: South side of 78th Street,
just east of Broadway
Directions: Closest subway: 1,9 to 79th Street; walk south
to 78th St, east to the
Theatre.
Cost:$20
Buy Tickets Online or Call: GTT at 212-567-1535
Company: The Group Theatre Too, LLC Official Web Site:
http://www.grouptheatretoo.org
Nicky Romaniello
Nicky Romaniello is a graduate of NYC's LaGuardia High
School of the Performing Arts and is a founding member of
The Group Theatre Too. Past credits include Urban Cowboy:
the musical first national tour (Windwood Theatrics),
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes and Urban Cowboy (Gateway
Playhouse) West Side Story and Show Boat (Beef and Boards
Dinner Theatre) 42nd Street and A Funny Thing Happened On
The Way To The Forum (Ocean City Theatre Company)The
Menhattans (Carnegie Hall) War and Peace (Metropolitan
Opera) as well performances at the White Plains Performing
Arts Center and West Virigina Public Theatre. Nicky is a
member of the NY Tap Company, Generation Tap, who has
performed at Tap City and Circle in The Square.
Cristina Marie
Cristina Marie received her B.F.A. from NYU, Tisch School
of the Arts. Favorite credits include, NEW YORK THEATRE:
Seesaw (Gittel Mosca), Pippin (Catherine), Hell's
Kitchen-The Musical (Theresa), The Cherry Sisters (Maria),
The Snow Queen (Gerda). REGIONAL THEATRE: Full Monty (Pam
Lukowski), Gypsy (Louise), You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown
(Lucy), Julius Caesar (Calpurnia), Taming Of The Shrew
(Bianca). FILM: Duplicity, Revolutionary Road, King Of The
Corner, Descent, Trust The Man. TV: "Rescue Me", "Damages",
"The Sopranos", "Sex And The City", "Law & Order", "Mad
Men", "Guiding Light". www.CristinaMarie.com
Alex Maxwell
Alex Maxwell recently graduated from New York's School of
Visual Arts with a degree in Graphic Design. He can be seen
playing guitar at the Village Ma and around New York City
parks. Past Group Theatre Too performances include
'Schroeder' in You're A Good Man Charlie Brown and 'The
Ballad Singer' in Six Who Pass While The Lentils Boil where
he also created the play's original music. Other credits
include 'Jesus' in Jesus Christ Superstar and the thriller
Wait Until Dark.
News from Dance/NYC
Dance/NYC
From the L O F T . . .
Susan Marshall & Company
Bessies Recap
Works & Process at the Guggenheim
Music, Music, Music
Dance-Tech NY Meetup
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Keep Dance Moving...
Parting Words
Next On
Commissioning Music for Dance
October 1st from 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Please RSVP to attend.
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From the L O F T . . .
Susan Marshall & Company
Bessies Recap
Works & Process at the Guggenheim
Music, Music, Music
Dance-Tech NY Meetup
Learn about Site Specific Work
Subscribe to DancePass
Keep Dance Moving...
Parting Words
Next On
Commissioning Music for Dance
October 1st from 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Please RSVP to attend.
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The Chalks in NYC this fall
Hey Chalk Fans!
Next week is gonna be extra special
because at the end of it you get to see:
THE CHALKS!
MAKIN' CHANGE - WORLD TOUR
FRIDAYS SEPTEMBER 19th & OCTOBER 3rd
7 PM
Laurie Beechman Theatre @ The Westbank Cafe
407 W. 42nd St / west of 9th Ave / NYC
$10 cover / $15 food & beverage minimum
reservations suggested: 212.695.6909
Go on and make your reservations now.
You're gonna have a good time. We guarantee it or your
money back!
Next week is gonna be extra special
because at the end of it you get to see:
THE CHALKS!
MAKIN' CHANGE - WORLD TOUR
FRIDAYS SEPTEMBER 19th & OCTOBER 3rd
7 PM
Laurie Beechman Theatre @ The Westbank Cafe
407 W. 42nd St / west of 9th Ave / NYC
$10 cover / $15 food & beverage minimum
reservations suggested: 212.695.6909
Go on and make your reservations now.
You're gonna have a good time. We guarantee it or your
money back!
New DVD From On Tap -- Music Theory, What Every Tap Dancer Should Know (Taught by Steve Zee)
NEW ON TAP DVD ON SALE NOW!
Music Theory For Tap Dancers
What Every Tap Dancer Should Know
Taught by Steve Zee
Overy the years, so many of you teachers and students have
requested a music theory instructional DVD from me.
Recently when Steve Zee approached me about such a project,
I jumped at the chance. I'm sure you'll agree, it's a
terrific lesson.
So visit: http://rustyfrank.com/shop/ontap.asp to purchase
our new "Music Theory For Tap Dancers" DVD!
Thanks for your ongoing support of my tap preservation
projects!
Dancingly,
Rusty Frank
rustyfrank.com
Music Theory For Tap Dancers
What Every Tap Dancer Should Know
Taught by Steve Zee
Overy the years, so many of you teachers and students have
requested a music theory instructional DVD from me.
Recently when Steve Zee approached me about such a project,
I jumped at the chance. I'm sure you'll agree, it's a
terrific lesson.
So visit: http://rustyfrank.com/shop/ontap.asp to purchase
our new "Music Theory For Tap Dancers" DVD!
Thanks for your ongoing support of my tap preservation
projects!
Dancingly,
Rusty Frank
rustyfrank.com
Embracing the Dream DANCE BOOK SERIES - SPECIAL OFFER!!!
The Embracing the Dream Book Series was written for
dancers, teachers, and parents to aid in the process of
creating healthy dancers. It is used in universities and
high schools to supplement their dance training programs
and is in many studios and dance libraries in the US and
Canada.
Regularly wholesale priced at $12.00 per book, you can
order the books for $8 each if you order by October 1st.
Send (via mail, email, or fax) your name, full mailing
address, phone number, email address and payment. Make
checks payable to Standing O Productions. Call with charge
card (MC or Visa) information including billing street
address and zip code
Trish Humenansky-Laub
Standing O Productions®, Embracing the Dream®
P.O. Box 1210
Batavia, Il 60510
630-879-0244 phone
630-482-2110 fax
info@standingoproductions.net
www.standingoproductions.net
dancers, teachers, and parents to aid in the process of
creating healthy dancers. It is used in universities and
high schools to supplement their dance training programs
and is in many studios and dance libraries in the US and
Canada.
Regularly wholesale priced at $12.00 per book, you can
order the books for $8 each if you order by October 1st.
Send (via mail, email, or fax) your name, full mailing
address, phone number, email address and payment. Make
checks payable to Standing O Productions. Call with charge
card (MC or Visa) information including billing street
address and zip code
Trish Humenansky-Laub
Standing O Productions®, Embracing the Dream®
P.O. Box 1210
Batavia, Il 60510
630-879-0244 phone
630-482-2110 fax
info@standingoproductions.net
www.standingoproductions.net
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke makes a rare appearance in New York City to promote his latest documentary, "The Wonder Kids" in NYC
PRESS RELEASE:
"Legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke makes a rare appearance in New York City to promote his latest documentary, "The Wonder Kids" screening as part of The New York International Independent Film & Video Festival "
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"Remarkable" - Army Archerd (Variety)
New York NY [September 9, 2008 ]-- The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival is very pleased to announce that legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke will make a special appearance at the "The Wonder Kids" East Coast Premiere, which will be held on Friday September 19th at 8pm at Village East cinema (181 2nd Ave. and 12th Street). Mr. Van Dyke narrated the documentary which scooped the prestigious Grand Jury Prize for Best Documentary at the NYIIFVF in LA. The legendary performer is expected to be joined in a pre-show dance with Savion Glover, and an All-Star cast of dancers featured in the film.
Written, produced and directed by Jim Petersen and Pamela J. Richardson, "The Wonder Kids" is the inspiring story of a tiny dance studio that set out to save the art-form of tap-dancing, and not only produced many of the world's greatest dancers, but saved the lives of thousands of inner-city kids in the process.
Dick Van Dyke, who will be making a rare New York appearance to promote the new film, will also appear that same day as a guest on the hit TV talk show "The View," where he will be discussing the story of "The Wonder Kids," his experience making it, as well as various clips from the film.
NYIIFVF Founder/Executive Stuart Alson commented, "We are absolutely thrilled and honored that Dick Van Dyke will be attending our festival. Mr. Van Dyke did an amazing job in terms of hosting "The Wonder Kids" and in lending his support to promote the film on both coasts. Alson went on to say "I am also very impressed with filmmakers Jim Petersen and Pamela Richardson. Their creativity, passion and ability to craft a very compelling story has resulted in a brilliant docmentary."
Not only were the filmmakers fortunate enough to have a true American icon tell their story, they got great help from the charismatic presence of Savion Glover - the man universally hailed as the greatest tap dancer in the world today. "When you're making a movie about tap-dancing, it definitely helps to have the world's greatest tap dancer in it," laughs Petersen. Savion, who grew up very close to the founders of the school, who were among his teachers, displays a powerful and memorable depth. He is joined in this regard by a who's-who group of the world's greatest dancers, including Dianne Walker, Jason Samuels Smith, Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards, and Derick Grant. But there would be another presence in the film, which would end up taking on perhaps a greater significance than even these.
Because they were the original inspiration for the founders of the school, a portion of "The Wonder Kids" pays homage to the Nicholas Brothers - the legendary tap duo who most dance insiders consider the greatest tap dancers of all-time. In essence, it was the Nicholas Brothers who were the first "Wonder Kids," and Paul and Arlene Kennedy (the school's main teachers) taught their style and later in life, befriended their idols. As a consequence, Petersen and Richardson were in awe as they sat down next to Fayard Nicholas to interview him about dancing and about this special little school.
"For Pamela and I, it truly felt like we were sitting down next to Babe Ruth to talk about baseball," says Petersen "it was an amazing honor to be there." Although he was 91 at the time, they still saw all the fire and passion in Fayard's eyes that had propelled him up walls and into spectacular (and painful to watch) splits. The old master used his interview to plug the dance he loved so devoutly. But it would be his last. Shortly after they met with him he died, deeply saddening "The Wonder Kids" film crew. But Fayards words, his final message -- they were now captured for future audiences to see.
The film only came about when Petersen and his wife were looking for a new dance school for their nine-year old daughter, who was advancing too fast for the one she was in. They saw an incredible performance of the "Wonder Kids" at the John Ford Theater in Hollywood, but because the school has no budget for advertising, it took quite a while before they could actually find the place. When they did, Petersen (who was a screenwriter), was immediately struck by the cinematic potential of these incredible young dancers. He soon became fascinated by the rich history and legacy of the tiny, run-down looking school. "But the thing that convinced me and then my partner Pamela that there was a film here, was the behavior of the kids themselves. We could have called it 'The Wonderful Kids.' Here were foster kids, kids from bombed out, gang-infested areas - teenagers who could have been real thugs--but instead they were the politest, most respectful, nicest
bunch of kids you could ever meet. We thought - wow - what's the story here? How's this happening? And then we learned that this school was turning gang-bangers into professional performers and straight A students. They were providing these children with the love, the discipline, and a pride in themselves that no one else was."
"And then we got Dick Van Dyke - a universally loved icon to tell the story - and that was a dream come true. Who doesn't love Dick Van Dyke?" Petersen asks rhetorically. Judging from the reaction people like Army Archerd have had to this true underdog of a film -- evidently not many. Does such a universally positive reception surprise the filmmakers?
"It does and it doesn't," replies Petersen. "It's quite an unpretentious film - and a very UN-contemporary Hollywood film. No violence, no sex--it's as G rated as 'Bambi.' But you've got Kids, Dancing, Dick Van Dyke, a powerful story about REAL love... There's a lot to love in this film."
Tickets are $12 in advance (www.nyfilmvideo.com) and $15 at the door. For all press requests and an invitation to the screening, please contact Briege McGarrity at 917 783-4042, or email her at BMcGarrityPR@aol.com. For further information about "The Wonder Kids," contact Brass Ring Productions at 323 559-1882 or 323 667-2922.
About the filmmakers: Although "The Wonder Kids" is his first venture into directing and his first completed film, Co-Producer and Co-Director Jim Petersen is a screenwriter who has sold and worked on several independent and studio films. He is about to begin work on adapting the best selling book "A Private Family Matter" by Victor Rivas Rivers, into a screenplay, and is just finishing up his first novel - a political satire called "The Lesser Evil." Co-Producer and Co-Director Pamela J. Richardson is an award winning screenwriter who has since Produced and Directed a new feature documentary called "Gold Diggers: The Motherlode," which she recently took to the Cannes Film Festival. Ms. Richardson has also worked as a producer and/or production manager for many music videos involving a wide range of artists, including Montel Jordan, Freddie Jackson, Dr. Drea, and Eminem. She also wrote the PBS docu-drama "Aids: A Family in Crisis," and received an
American Film Institute screenwriting award for her screenplay "Thicker Than Water."
"Legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke makes a rare appearance in New York City to promote his latest documentary, "The Wonder Kids" screening as part of The New York International Independent Film & Video Festival "
****
"Remarkable" - Army Archerd (Variety)
New York NY [September 9, 2008 ]-- The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival is very pleased to announce that legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke will make a special appearance at the "The Wonder Kids" East Coast Premiere, which will be held on Friday September 19th at 8pm at Village East cinema (181 2nd Ave. and 12th Street). Mr. Van Dyke narrated the documentary which scooped the prestigious Grand Jury Prize for Best Documentary at the NYIIFVF in LA. The legendary performer is expected to be joined in a pre-show dance with Savion Glover, and an All-Star cast of dancers featured in the film.
Written, produced and directed by Jim Petersen and Pamela J. Richardson, "The Wonder Kids" is the inspiring story of a tiny dance studio that set out to save the art-form of tap-dancing, and not only produced many of the world's greatest dancers, but saved the lives of thousands of inner-city kids in the process.
Dick Van Dyke, who will be making a rare New York appearance to promote the new film, will also appear that same day as a guest on the hit TV talk show "The View," where he will be discussing the story of "The Wonder Kids," his experience making it, as well as various clips from the film.
NYIIFVF Founder/Executive Stuart Alson commented, "We are absolutely thrilled and honored that Dick Van Dyke will be attending our festival. Mr. Van Dyke did an amazing job in terms of hosting "The Wonder Kids" and in lending his support to promote the film on both coasts. Alson went on to say "I am also very impressed with filmmakers Jim Petersen and Pamela Richardson. Their creativity, passion and ability to craft a very compelling story has resulted in a brilliant docmentary."
Not only were the filmmakers fortunate enough to have a true American icon tell their story, they got great help from the charismatic presence of Savion Glover - the man universally hailed as the greatest tap dancer in the world today. "When you're making a movie about tap-dancing, it definitely helps to have the world's greatest tap dancer in it," laughs Petersen. Savion, who grew up very close to the founders of the school, who were among his teachers, displays a powerful and memorable depth. He is joined in this regard by a who's-who group of the world's greatest dancers, including Dianne Walker, Jason Samuels Smith, Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards, and Derick Grant. But there would be another presence in the film, which would end up taking on perhaps a greater significance than even these.
Because they were the original inspiration for the founders of the school, a portion of "The Wonder Kids" pays homage to the Nicholas Brothers - the legendary tap duo who most dance insiders consider the greatest tap dancers of all-time. In essence, it was the Nicholas Brothers who were the first "Wonder Kids," and Paul and Arlene Kennedy (the school's main teachers) taught their style and later in life, befriended their idols. As a consequence, Petersen and Richardson were in awe as they sat down next to Fayard Nicholas to interview him about dancing and about this special little school.
"For Pamela and I, it truly felt like we were sitting down next to Babe Ruth to talk about baseball," says Petersen "it was an amazing honor to be there." Although he was 91 at the time, they still saw all the fire and passion in Fayard's eyes that had propelled him up walls and into spectacular (and painful to watch) splits. The old master used his interview to plug the dance he loved so devoutly. But it would be his last. Shortly after they met with him he died, deeply saddening "The Wonder Kids" film crew. But Fayards words, his final message -- they were now captured for future audiences to see.
The film only came about when Petersen and his wife were looking for a new dance school for their nine-year old daughter, who was advancing too fast for the one she was in. They saw an incredible performance of the "Wonder Kids" at the John Ford Theater in Hollywood, but because the school has no budget for advertising, it took quite a while before they could actually find the place. When they did, Petersen (who was a screenwriter), was immediately struck by the cinematic potential of these incredible young dancers. He soon became fascinated by the rich history and legacy of the tiny, run-down looking school. "But the thing that convinced me and then my partner Pamela that there was a film here, was the behavior of the kids themselves. We could have called it 'The Wonderful Kids.' Here were foster kids, kids from bombed out, gang-infested areas - teenagers who could have been real thugs--but instead they were the politest, most respectful, nicest
bunch of kids you could ever meet. We thought - wow - what's the story here? How's this happening? And then we learned that this school was turning gang-bangers into professional performers and straight A students. They were providing these children with the love, the discipline, and a pride in themselves that no one else was."
"And then we got Dick Van Dyke - a universally loved icon to tell the story - and that was a dream come true. Who doesn't love Dick Van Dyke?" Petersen asks rhetorically. Judging from the reaction people like Army Archerd have had to this true underdog of a film -- evidently not many. Does such a universally positive reception surprise the filmmakers?
"It does and it doesn't," replies Petersen. "It's quite an unpretentious film - and a very UN-contemporary Hollywood film. No violence, no sex--it's as G rated as 'Bambi.' But you've got Kids, Dancing, Dick Van Dyke, a powerful story about REAL love... There's a lot to love in this film."
Tickets are $12 in advance (www.nyfilmvideo.com) and $15 at the door. For all press requests and an invitation to the screening, please contact Briege McGarrity at 917 783-4042, or email her at BMcGarrityPR@aol.com. For further information about "The Wonder Kids," contact Brass Ring Productions at 323 559-1882 or 323 667-2922.
About the filmmakers: Although "The Wonder Kids" is his first venture into directing and his first completed film, Co-Producer and Co-Director Jim Petersen is a screenwriter who has sold and worked on several independent and studio films. He is about to begin work on adapting the best selling book "A Private Family Matter" by Victor Rivas Rivers, into a screenplay, and is just finishing up his first novel - a political satire called "The Lesser Evil." Co-Producer and Co-Director Pamela J. Richardson is an award winning screenwriter who has since Produced and Directed a new feature documentary called "Gold Diggers: The Motherlode," which she recently took to the Cannes Film Festival. Ms. Richardson has also worked as a producer and/or production manager for many music videos involving a wide range of artists, including Montel Jordan, Freddie Jackson, Dr. Drea, and Eminem. She also wrote the PBS docu-drama "Aids: A Family in Crisis," and received an
American Film Institute screenwriting award for her screenplay "Thicker Than Water."
Jazz Tap Live at the Joyce with Jason Samuels Smith & Chloe Arnold!
Jazz Tap Live at the Joyce with Jason Samuels Smith & Chloe Arnold!
Exclusive Engagement September 16-21, 2008
Jazz Tap Ensemble TAP ROOTS
Lynn Dally - Artistic Director
A full evening concert honoring tap heroes Bill Bojangles Robinson, John Bubbles, Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell, the Nicholas Brothers, Ann Miller, and Gene Kelly and featuring contemporary works by Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, and the word premiere of Lynn Dally's Bahia Dreams, commissioned by the Joyce for its 25th Anniversary season.
dancers: Sam Weber, Jason Samuels Smith, Chloe Arnold, Phillip Attmore, Maya Guice, Ananda Bena-Weber.
musicians: Doug Walter, piano David Dunaway, bass
Jerry Kalaf, drums Todd Anderson, saxophone
Leslie Lewis, vocals
www.jazztapensemble.org
September 16-21, 2008
TUE-WED 7:30 PM
THU-FRI 8PM
SAT 2PM & 8 PM
SUN 2PM & 7:30 PM
The Joyce Theater
1175 8th Avenue at 19th Street
Joyce Charge 212-242-0800
www.joyce.org
Exclusive Engagement September 16-21, 2008
Jazz Tap Ensemble TAP ROOTS
Lynn Dally - Artistic Director
A full evening concert honoring tap heroes Bill Bojangles Robinson, John Bubbles, Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell, the Nicholas Brothers, Ann Miller, and Gene Kelly and featuring contemporary works by Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, and the word premiere of Lynn Dally's Bahia Dreams, commissioned by the Joyce for its 25th Anniversary season.
dancers: Sam Weber, Jason Samuels Smith, Chloe Arnold, Phillip Attmore, Maya Guice, Ananda Bena-Weber.
musicians: Doug Walter, piano David Dunaway, bass
Jerry Kalaf, drums Todd Anderson, saxophone
Leslie Lewis, vocals
www.jazztapensemble.org
September 16-21, 2008
TUE-WED 7:30 PM
THU-FRI 8PM
SAT 2PM & 8 PM
SUN 2PM & 7:30 PM
The Joyce Theater
1175 8th Avenue at 19th Street
Joyce Charge 212-242-0800
www.joyce.org
HARLEM TAP CLASSES BACK IN SESSION and OPEN FLOOR OPEN MIC NIGHT AT CAMARADAS
HARLEM TAP CLASSES BACK IN SESSION and OPEN FLOOR OPEN MIC NIGHT AT CAMARADAS:
September 29th 2008
Weekly class schedule:
Mondays 5:30-7pm Intermediate-Advanced Level with Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards
NEW: Request a class...is there a day and a time that works for you? Let us know and if there is enough interest, we will add a class!
Send requests to: dormeshiase@gmail.com
ONLY $15 per class!!!
Harlem Tap Studio
401 W. 149th bet Convent and St. Nicholas Avenue
212-780-2139
www.harlemtap.com
(A train to 145th)
Also, come and have some fun and eat yummy food up at CAMARADAS for
OPEN FLOOR OPEN MIC NIGHT
with Live Jazz Musicians
DANCERS, POETS, MUSICIANS, COMEDIANS...share the floor and the good times...
Hosted By Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards
Only $7 cover!!!
CAMARADAS
Between 115th -116th street and 1st avenue
www.camaradaselbarrio.com
Doors open at 8pm
Session from 8:30pm-11pm
Kitchen open late!!!
September 29th 2008
Weekly class schedule:
Mondays 5:30-7pm Intermediate-Advanced Level with Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards
NEW: Request a class...is there a day and a time that works for you? Let us know and if there is enough interest, we will add a class!
Send requests to: dormeshiase@gmail.com
ONLY $15 per class!!!
Harlem Tap Studio
401 W. 149th bet Convent and St. Nicholas Avenue
212-780-2139
www.harlemtap.com
(A train to 145th)
Also, come and have some fun and eat yummy food up at CAMARADAS for
OPEN FLOOR OPEN MIC NIGHT
with Live Jazz Musicians
DANCERS, POETS, MUSICIANS, COMEDIANS...share the floor and the good times...
Hosted By Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards
Only $7 cover!!!
CAMARADAS
Between 115th -116th street and 1st avenue
www.camaradaselbarrio.com
Doors open at 8pm
Session from 8:30pm-11pm
Kitchen open late!!!
The Prof. Ardie Bryant Tap Experience - New York City, November 7-9, 2008
The upcoming workshop in the 'Tradition In Tap - Series' will be dedicated to the work of Legendary Be-Bop Tap Master, 'The Ambassador of Tap', Prof. Ardie Bryant.
The workshop is scheduled to take place in New York City on the weekend of November 7-9, 2008.
This workshop will feature original choreography taught by the master himself, and Honorary Master Classes by leading tap artists.
The workshop will take place at Nola Studios in midtown Manhattan.
The Participants Showcase will take place on Saturday November 8, at Manhattan Movement and Arts Center. See the website for guidelines and application form.
The workshop includes:
- Three days of intensive tap experience.
- Original Choreography 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.
- Related Events
- 'Dance Teacher Recognizes' certificate (For Teachers Only).
The workshop consists of 4 different programs:
- Two separate adult programs for intermediate, advanced and professional levels (Adults, Teens 16+).
- Teens program for tappers ages 12-16, with at least 5 years of extensive tap training.
- Youth program for tappers age 10-12, 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 Prof. Ardie Bryant Tap Experience.
Scholarships are made possible by funds granted by private donors through the 'Sponsor A Tap Dancer' program & The 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 the workshop.
Extensive information is now available 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!
Special group rates available – call for details.
-----------------------------------------------------------------Prof. Ardie Bryant - Bio:
Prof. Bryant, known worldwide as the "Innovator of Modern Jazz Tap" and the "Ambassador of Tap" is a master jazz tap percussionist, tap preservationist, historian, director, composer, arranger, actor, choreographer and musician with seven decades of professional experience.
He has toured the world as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Department of Defense, and the sounds of his percussive feet and his dance memories are preserved as part of the Jazz Oral History Program in the Archives Center of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History.
In his teens, he was influenced by the music of modern jazz giants Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gilliespie, and is credited with developing a new style of tap he named Modern Jazz Tap.
Ardie is also a university professor who not only teaches tap, but also educates students about the importance and history of tap and jazz tap as an American art form.
In July 2006 Ardie received the prestigious "Los Angeles Cultural Treasure Award" from the City of Los Angeles.
Prof. Bryant co-starred and performed with: Nat King Cole, Sarah Vaughan, Cab Calloway, Joe Louis, Kate Smith, Fred Allen, Ruth Brown, The Los Angeles Master Chorale, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Lionel Hampton, Woody Herman, Erroll Garner, Charles Mingus, Art Tatum, Lester Young, Billy May and Illinois Jacquet. He appeared at: The Palace Theater, The Paramount Theater, The Apollo Theater, Carnegie Hall, The Calgary Stampede and The Walt Disney Concert Hall.
-----------------------------------------------------------------
Please feel free to e-mail me with any questions or comments you might have.
My e-mail address for this workshop is: ProfArdieBryant@TraditionInTap.org
or call me directly at: 646-383-4949
Thanks and Shalom,
Ofer Ben - Executive Director
Tradition In Tap, Inc.
----------------------------------------------
Tradition In Tap, Inc.
www.TraditionInTap.org
Postal Address: P.O.Box 1050
New York City, NY 10276, USA
Phone: (646) 383-4949
The workshop is scheduled to take place in New York City on the weekend of November 7-9, 2008.
This workshop will feature original choreography taught by the master himself, and Honorary Master Classes by leading tap artists.
The workshop will take place at Nola Studios in midtown Manhattan.
The Participants Showcase will take place on Saturday November 8, at Manhattan Movement and Arts Center. See the website for guidelines and application form.
The workshop includes:
- Three days of intensive tap experience.
- Original Choreography 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.
- Related Events
- 'Dance Teacher Recognizes' certificate (For Teachers Only).
The workshop consists of 4 different programs:
- Two separate adult programs for intermediate, advanced and professional levels (Adults, Teens 16+).
- Teens program for tappers ages 12-16, with at least 5 years of extensive tap training.
- Youth program for tappers age 10-12, 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 Prof. Ardie Bryant Tap Experience.
Scholarships are made possible by funds granted by private donors through the 'Sponsor A Tap Dancer' program & The 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 the workshop.
Extensive information is now available 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!
Special group rates available – call for details.
-----------------------------------------------------------------Prof. Ardie Bryant - Bio:
Prof. Bryant, known worldwide as the "Innovator of Modern Jazz Tap" and the "Ambassador of Tap" is a master jazz tap percussionist, tap preservationist, historian, director, composer, arranger, actor, choreographer and musician with seven decades of professional experience.
He has toured the world as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Department of Defense, and the sounds of his percussive feet and his dance memories are preserved as part of the Jazz Oral History Program in the Archives Center of the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History.
In his teens, he was influenced by the music of modern jazz giants Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gilliespie, and is credited with developing a new style of tap he named Modern Jazz Tap.
Ardie is also a university professor who not only teaches tap, but also educates students about the importance and history of tap and jazz tap as an American art form.
In July 2006 Ardie received the prestigious "Los Angeles Cultural Treasure Award" from the City of Los Angeles.
Prof. Bryant co-starred and performed with: Nat King Cole, Sarah Vaughan, Cab Calloway, Joe Louis, Kate Smith, Fred Allen, Ruth Brown, The Los Angeles Master Chorale, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Lionel Hampton, Woody Herman, Erroll Garner, Charles Mingus, Art Tatum, Lester Young, Billy May and Illinois Jacquet. He appeared at: The Palace Theater, The Paramount Theater, The Apollo Theater, Carnegie Hall, The Calgary Stampede and The Walt Disney Concert Hall.
-----------------------------------------------------------------
Please feel free to e-mail me with any questions or comments you might have.
My e-mail address for this workshop is: ProfArdieBryant@TraditionInTap.org
or call me directly at: 646-383-4949
Thanks and Shalom,
Ofer Ben - Executive Director
Tradition In Tap, Inc.
----------------------------------------------
Tradition In Tap, Inc.
www.TraditionInTap.org
Postal Address: P.O.Box 1050
New York City, NY 10276, USA
Phone: (646) 383-4949
A Message from Brian “Footwork” Green: OCTOBER 2- HOUSE DANCE CONFERENCE!
GOD BLESS ALL!!
In thought of so many OGs getting up in age and physically not doing well. We have a great LEGENDARY HOUSE DJ CAMACHO, who has been dealing with diabetes for many years. He has now suffered a 3rd stroke, and needs help. We are taking donations at the door of the HDC for the next three months to help him and his family in this trying time.
Info below:
EVENT: HOUSE DANCE CHRISTIANS ( conference)
DATE: OCTOBER 2, 2008
DJs: Pfunk & Qu; House and House Classics
DOC for the BREAKS ( mostly played b4 the contest), Hip-hop, Classics $ more..
CONTEST: WAACKING/VOGUEING
PRIZE: $500
JUDGES: Archie Burnett ( Breed of Motion), Caesar Lamour ( House of Ninja since 1986), & Tyrone Proctor (Soul train dancer since 1972)
TIME: 12:30am
ADDRESS: 27 Park Place between Broadway and Chambers
DOOR: 10pm-4am
INVESTMENT: 15 with flyer and $20 without
www.myspace.com/housedanceconference (popular event for all dance styles)
www.housedanceconference (home website of the event for basic info!! Site changing soon!)
www.23prime.com/worldsoul for bookings
www.eliteforcecrew.com. for bookings
www.kr3ts.com. for booking
www.23prime.com. ( CPD PLUS) for bookings
www.style2ouf.com ( french dance website for the world of urban dance)
www.juste-debout.com ( french dance website for the world of urban dance)
www.mrwiggleshiphop.net ( U.S. website for history of Funk,Hip-hop, and urban related dance styles)
www.housedancer.com (U.S. website focusing on House culture)
www.freetylesession.com (U.S. website/event focusing on Hip-hop and Funk styles culture)
www.bboysummit ( U.S. website/event focusing on Hip-hop and Funk styles culture)
www.KR3ts (U.S. website/event/children foundation for kids in the Barrio!!)
www.dance-unity.com ( Funkstyles in Germany website).
www.breaklife.com (bboy website of Ken swift and 7 gems, and more.).
www.cypherstyles.com
www.themovementfoundation.com ( House/Hip-hop dance and information website!!)
T-SHIRTS and clothes to help children in NIGER through the MAMATCHI organization will be sold at the HDC!! PLEASE DONT FORGET TO SUPPORT!! ALL MONEY GOES TO THEM!!
HDC!! CONSTANTLY BRINGING YOU THE TRUTH IN ALL DANCE STYLES!! WITH TRUE SUPPORT OF THE PEOPLE!! NO SPONSORS!! STILL PAYING THE PEOPLE!! WITH JUDGES THAT KNOW THEIR STYLES!! TRYING TO MAKE PEOPLE LEARN THAT YOU CAN MAKE YOUR OWN HOLLYWOOD!! STOP COMPLAINING and SUPPORTING THE INDUSTRIES/EVENTS THAT GIVE YOU WHAT YOU DONT WANT!! MAKE YOUR OWN THANG and SUPPORT THOSE THAT ARE DOING IT BEFORE YOU DO!! THIS WILL HELP BRING FORTH WHAT YOU WANT and WE CAN ALL BENEFIT THE RIGHT WAY!! SEE ALL THERE!!
GOD BLESS ALL and KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS DAY and NIGHT,
Brian
In thought of so many OGs getting up in age and physically not doing well. We have a great LEGENDARY HOUSE DJ CAMACHO, who has been dealing with diabetes for many years. He has now suffered a 3rd stroke, and needs help. We are taking donations at the door of the HDC for the next three months to help him and his family in this trying time.
Info below:
EVENT: HOUSE DANCE CHRISTIANS ( conference)
DATE: OCTOBER 2, 2008
DJs: Pfunk & Qu; House and House Classics
DOC for the BREAKS ( mostly played b4 the contest), Hip-hop, Classics $ more..
CONTEST: WAACKING/VOGUEING
PRIZE: $500
JUDGES: Archie Burnett ( Breed of Motion), Caesar Lamour ( House of Ninja since 1986), & Tyrone Proctor (Soul train dancer since 1972)
TIME: 12:30am
ADDRESS: 27 Park Place between Broadway and Chambers
DOOR: 10pm-4am
INVESTMENT: 15 with flyer and $20 without
www.myspace.com/housedanceconference (popular event for all dance styles)
www.housedanceconference (home website of the event for basic info!! Site changing soon!)
www.23prime.com/worldsoul for bookings
www.eliteforcecrew.com. for bookings
www.kr3ts.com. for booking
www.23prime.com. ( CPD PLUS) for bookings
www.style2ouf.com ( french dance website for the world of urban dance)
www.juste-debout.com ( french dance website for the world of urban dance)
www.mrwiggleshiphop.net ( U.S. website for history of Funk,Hip-hop, and urban related dance styles)
www.housedancer.com (U.S. website focusing on House culture)
www.freetylesession.com (U.S. website/event focusing on Hip-hop and Funk styles culture)
www.bboysummit ( U.S. website/event focusing on Hip-hop and Funk styles culture)
www.KR3ts (U.S. website/event/children foundation for kids in the Barrio!!)
www.dance-unity.com ( Funkstyles in Germany website).
www.breaklife.com (bboy website of Ken swift and 7 gems, and more.).
www.cypherstyles.com
www.themovementfoundation.com ( House/Hip-hop dance and information website!!)
T-SHIRTS and clothes to help children in NIGER through the MAMATCHI organization will be sold at the HDC!! PLEASE DONT FORGET TO SUPPORT!! ALL MONEY GOES TO THEM!!
HDC!! CONSTANTLY BRINGING YOU THE TRUTH IN ALL DANCE STYLES!! WITH TRUE SUPPORT OF THE PEOPLE!! NO SPONSORS!! STILL PAYING THE PEOPLE!! WITH JUDGES THAT KNOW THEIR STYLES!! TRYING TO MAKE PEOPLE LEARN THAT YOU CAN MAKE YOUR OWN HOLLYWOOD!! STOP COMPLAINING and SUPPORTING THE INDUSTRIES/EVENTS THAT GIVE YOU WHAT YOU DONT WANT!! MAKE YOUR OWN THANG and SUPPORT THOSE THAT ARE DOING IT BEFORE YOU DO!! THIS WILL HELP BRING FORTH WHAT YOU WANT and WE CAN ALL BENEFIT THE RIGHT WAY!! SEE ALL THERE!!
GOD BLESS ALL and KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS DAY and NIGHT,
Brian
Book signing for 'Hip Hop had a Dream: The Artful Movement - Vol. 1
'Hip Hop had a Dream: The Artful Movement - Vol. 1' is the book due for release by the end of September. Lil D will be doing book signings around the UK between 'Black History Month of October, and through to the New Year, to launch the book and other projects that is aimed for the future. This will be confirmed very soon.
The first book signing in October is looking to take place on Friday 17th October @ 3pm at the
Central Library West Bromwich
High Street
West Bromwich, West Midlands
United Kingdom
B70 8DZ
01215694911 / information.service@sandwell.gov.uk
Or email me directly at d_morgan@hotmail.co.uk or call 078943898162
Luckily for any West Midlands people it is very close to home.
More is to be confirmed on other days and times for book signings in your areas.
Damien Morgan AKA Lil D
Dynamexx Enterprise
07943898162
The first book signing in October is looking to take place on Friday 17th October @ 3pm at the
Central Library West Bromwich
High Street
West Bromwich, West Midlands
United Kingdom
B70 8DZ
01215694911 / information.service@sandwell.gov.uk
Or email me directly at d_morgan@hotmail.co.uk or call 078943898162
Luckily for any West Midlands people it is very close to home.
More is to be confirmed on other days and times for book signings in your areas.
Damien Morgan AKA Lil D
Dynamexx Enterprise
07943898162
OPPORTUNITY: Auditions for America's Best Dance Crew
OPPORTUNITY:
Hi there,
I'm Carrie Foster, a Talent Producer for Season 3 of America's Best Dance Crew and thought you or someone you know might be interested in auditioning for our show.
Dance Crew Casting will be on the road again soon in search of the hottest crews in America! We are looking for Dynamic Crews in ALL Styles! Yes, we said ALL Styles!
Auditions are happening in Atlanta, St. Louis, New York, and Los Angeles - starting in October 2008.
Check out the attached flyer and visit our myspace page for more info. Please feel free to pass on or post this flyer to your local area crews.
If there is a unique crew that you think we should check out, send us your recommendations and we will give them a look!
Thanks and talk soon!
Carrie Foster
Talent Producer
America's Best Dance Crew - Season 3
------------
thecrew@mtvnmix.com
877-833-CREW (Call NOW to book an audition appointment!)
myspace.com/dancecrewcasting
dancecrew.mtv.com
Hi there,
I'm Carrie Foster, a Talent Producer for Season 3 of America's Best Dance Crew and thought you or someone you know might be interested in auditioning for our show.
Dance Crew Casting will be on the road again soon in search of the hottest crews in America! We are looking for Dynamic Crews in ALL Styles! Yes, we said ALL Styles!
Auditions are happening in Atlanta, St. Louis, New York, and Los Angeles - starting in October 2008.
Check out the attached flyer and visit our myspace page for more info. Please feel free to pass on or post this flyer to your local area crews.
If there is a unique crew that you think we should check out, send us your recommendations and we will give them a look!
Thanks and talk soon!
Carrie Foster
Talent Producer
America's Best Dance Crew - Season 3
------------
thecrew@mtvnmix.com
877-833-CREW (Call NOW to book an audition appointment!)
myspace.com/dancecrewcasting
dancecrew.mtv.com
Tuesday, September 09, 2008
Jazz Tap Live Los Angeles Preview
Jazz Tap Live LA Preview
RSVP REQUIRED
Jazz Tap Ensemble
"TAP ROOTS"
Los Angeles Preview
Wed, September 10
7:00 PM
Seating Limited. RSVP REQUIRED
310-475-4412
or
jtensemble@aol.com
LULA WASHINGTON DANCE STUDIO
3773 S Crenshaw Blvd (At Coliseum)
Los Angeles, CA 90016
ON-SITE & STREET PARKING
www.jazztapensemble.org
Gayle Hooks
Managing Director
Jazz Tap Ensemble
1416 Westwood Blvd. #207
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310)475-4412 (t)
jtensemble@aol.com
www.jazztapensemble.org
RSVP REQUIRED
Jazz Tap Ensemble
"TAP ROOTS"
Los Angeles Preview
Wed, September 10
7:00 PM
Seating Limited. RSVP REQUIRED
310-475-4412
or
jtensemble@aol.com
LULA WASHINGTON DANCE STUDIO
3773 S Crenshaw Blvd (At Coliseum)
Los Angeles, CA 90016
ON-SITE & STREET PARKING
www.jazztapensemble.org
Gayle Hooks
Managing Director
Jazz Tap Ensemble
1416 Westwood Blvd. #207
Los Angeles, CA 90024
(310)475-4412 (t)
jtensemble@aol.com
www.jazztapensemble.org
Jazz Tap Live at the Joyce with Jason Samuels Smith & Chloe
Jazz Tap Live at the Joyce with Jason Samuels Smith & Chloe
Arnold!
Exclusive Engagement September 16-21, 2008
Jazz Tap Ensemble TAP ROOTS
Lynn Dally - Artistic Director
A full evening concert honoring tap heroes Bill Bojangles
Robinson, John Bubbles, Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell, the
Nicholas Brothers, Ann Miller, and Gene Kelly and featuring
contemporary works by Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, and the
word premiere of Lynn Dally's Bahia Dreams, commissioned by
the Joyce for its 25th Anniversary season.
dancers: Sam Weber, Jason Samuels Smith, Chloe Arnold,
Phillip Attmore, Maya Guice, Ananda Bena-Weber.
musicians: Doug Walter, piano David Dunaway, bass
Jerry Kalaf, drums Todd Anderson, saxophone
Leslie Lewis, vocals
www.jazztapensemble.org
September 16-21, 2008
TUE-WED 7:30 PM
THU-FRI 8PM
SAT 2PM & 8 PM
SUN 2PM & 7:30 PM
The Joyce Theater
1175 8th Avenue at 19th Street
Joyce Charge 212-242-0800
www.joyce.org
Arnold!
Exclusive Engagement September 16-21, 2008
Jazz Tap Ensemble TAP ROOTS
Lynn Dally - Artistic Director
A full evening concert honoring tap heroes Bill Bojangles
Robinson, John Bubbles, Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell, the
Nicholas Brothers, Ann Miller, and Gene Kelly and featuring
contemporary works by Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, and the
word premiere of Lynn Dally's Bahia Dreams, commissioned by
the Joyce for its 25th Anniversary season.
dancers: Sam Weber, Jason Samuels Smith, Chloe Arnold,
Phillip Attmore, Maya Guice, Ananda Bena-Weber.
musicians: Doug Walter, piano David Dunaway, bass
Jerry Kalaf, drums Todd Anderson, saxophone
Leslie Lewis, vocals
www.jazztapensemble.org
September 16-21, 2008
TUE-WED 7:30 PM
THU-FRI 8PM
SAT 2PM & 8 PM
SUN 2PM & 7:30 PM
The Joyce Theater
1175 8th Avenue at 19th Street
Joyce Charge 212-242-0800
www.joyce.org
Sue Samuels Fall Teaching Schedule
Hi Everyone!
The Fall has arrived and so has my NEW SCHEDUL E!
Monday - Beg. Jazz 10:30-12 BDC
Basic Beg. Jazz 1-2:30 MMAC
Basic Beg. Jazz 7:30-9 Ailey
Tuesday - Adv/Beg. Jazz 10-11:30 Ailey
=2 0 Basic Jazz 1:30-3 * BDC
Adv/Beg. Jazz A 0 6-7:30 Ailey
Wednesday - Beg. Jazz 10:30-12 BDC
Adv/Beg. Jazz 1-2:30 MMAC
Thursday - Adv/Beg. Jazz 10-11:30 Ailey
Basic Jazz 1:30-3* BDC
Friday - Beg. Jazz 10:30- 12
BDC
Basic Beg. Jazz 1-2:30 MMAC
Beg. Jazz 7:45-9:15 BDC
Saturday - Intermediate Jazz 4-5:30 Ailey
Sunday - Beg. Jazz 10:30-12 BDC
BDC - 322 W. 45th St. bet. 8th and 9th Ave.
Alvin Ailey - 405 W. 55th St @ 9th Ave.
MMAC - 248 W. 60th St. bet. 10th and 11th Ave.
*the Basic Jazz @ BDC on Tues . and Thurs. changes time
starting Sept. 16th. (now it is 2-3:30)
I hope to see you soon!
Keep on dancing and having FUN!
Love,
Sue Samuels
The Fall has arrived and so has my NEW SCHEDUL E!
Monday - Beg. Jazz 10:30-12 BDC
Basic Beg. Jazz 1-2:30 MMAC
Basic Beg. Jazz 7:30-9 Ailey
Tuesday - Adv/Beg. Jazz 10-11:30 Ailey
=2 0 Basic Jazz 1:30-3 * BDC
Adv/Beg. Jazz A 0 6-7:30 Ailey
Wednesday - Beg. Jazz 10:30-12 BDC
Adv/Beg. Jazz 1-2:30 MMAC
Thursday - Adv/Beg. Jazz 10-11:30 Ailey
Basic Jazz 1:30-3* BDC
Friday - Beg. Jazz 10:30- 12
BDC
Basic Beg. Jazz 1-2:30 MMAC
Beg. Jazz 7:45-9:15 BDC
Saturday - Intermediate Jazz 4-5:30 Ailey
Sunday - Beg. Jazz 10:30-12 BDC
BDC - 322 W. 45th St. bet. 8th and 9th Ave.
Alvin Ailey - 405 W. 55th St @ 9th Ave.
MMAC - 248 W. 60th St. bet. 10th and 11th Ave.
*the Basic Jazz @ BDC on Tues . and Thurs. changes time
starting Sept. 16th. (now it is 2-3:30)
I hope to see you soon!
Keep on dancing and having FUN!
Love,
Sue Samuels
Sue Samuels Open Class Program at the new Manhattan Movement & Arts Center
Dear Students:
I am excited to announce that, starting September 8, I am
adding the comprehensive Open Class Program at the new
Manhattan Movement & Arts Center to my teaching schedule.
For details about my classes and schedule, please visit
www.manhattanmovement.com. To sign up for a class, phone
212.787.1178, or drop by the studio. (Online registration
is coming soon.)
For my students, enroll in your first class, and get one
free. Mention discount code: DANCE08
As you have been hearing, MMAC offers 18,000 square feet of
spacious, column-free studios. In addition, it houses a
fully equipped, 160-seat theater, which may be rented for
rehearsals, workshops and performances.
I look forward to seeing you at MMAC.
Love,
SUE SAMUELS
Manhattan Movement & Arts Center
248 W. 60th Street (between Amsterdam and West End)
Phone: 212.787.1178
Subway: 1, 2, 3, A, B, C, E to 59th/Columbus Circle
I am excited to announce that, starting September 8, I am
adding the comprehensive Open Class Program at the new
Manhattan Movement & Arts Center to my teaching schedule.
For details about my classes and schedule, please visit
www.manhattanmovement.com. To sign up for a class, phone
212.787.1178, or drop by the studio. (Online registration
is coming soon.)
For my students, enroll in your first class, and get one
free. Mention discount code: DANCE08
As you have been hearing, MMAC offers 18,000 square feet of
spacious, column-free studios. In addition, it houses a
fully equipped, 160-seat theater, which may be rented for
rehearsals, workshops and performances.
I look forward to seeing you at MMAC.
Love,
SUE SAMUELS
Manhattan Movement & Arts Center
248 W. 60th Street (between Amsterdam and West End)
Phone: 212.787.1178
Subway: 1, 2, 3, A, B, C, E to 59th/Columbus Circle
HARLEM TAP CLASSES BACK IN SESSION and OPEN FLOOR OPEN MIC NIGHT
HARLEM TAP CLASSES BACK IN SESSION and OPEN FLOOR OPEN MIC
NIGHT AT CAMARADAS:
September 29th 2008
Weekly class schedule:
Mondays 5:30-7pm Intermediate-Advanced Level with Dormeshia
Sumbry-Edwards
NEW: Request a class...is there a day and a time that works
for you? Let us know and if there is enough interest, we
will add a class!
Send requests to: dormeshiase@gmail.com
ONLY $15 per class!!!
Harlem Tap Studio
401 W. 149th bet Convent and St. Nicholas Avenue
212-780-2139
www.harlemtap.com
(A train to 145th)
Also, come and have some fun and eat yummy food up at
CAMARADAS for
OPEN FLOOR OPEN MIC NIGHT
with Live Jazz Musicians
DANCERS, POETS, MUSICIANS, COMEDIANS...share the floor and
the good times...
Hosted By Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards
Only $7 cover!!!
CAMARADAS
Between 115th -116th street and 1st avenue
www.camaradaselbarrio.com
Doors open at 8pm
Session from 8:30pm-11pm
Kitchen open late!!!
NIGHT AT CAMARADAS:
September 29th 2008
Weekly class schedule:
Mondays 5:30-7pm Intermediate-Advanced Level with Dormeshia
Sumbry-Edwards
NEW: Request a class...is there a day and a time that works
for you? Let us know and if there is enough interest, we
will add a class!
Send requests to: dormeshiase@gmail.com
ONLY $15 per class!!!
Harlem Tap Studio
401 W. 149th bet Convent and St. Nicholas Avenue
212-780-2139
www.harlemtap.com
(A train to 145th)
Also, come and have some fun and eat yummy food up at
CAMARADAS for
OPEN FLOOR OPEN MIC NIGHT
with Live Jazz Musicians
DANCERS, POETS, MUSICIANS, COMEDIANS...share the floor and
the good times...
Hosted By Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards
Only $7 cover!!!
CAMARADAS
Between 115th -116th street and 1st avenue
www.camaradaselbarrio.com
Doors open at 8pm
Session from 8:30pm-11pm
Kitchen open late!!!
The World's Best Tap Dancers
The World's Best Tap Dancers
April 24, 2009
8 PM
For the first time in Germany Pascal Hulin and German Tap
present
Tap Reloaded 2009
Artists:
Jason Samuels Smith, Chloe Arnold : USA
Dorel & Costel Surbeck, Fabrice Martin, Lukas Weiss;
Switzerland
Noelia Vicente & Ccarlos Ramos ; Spain
Konstantin Nevretdinov ; Russia
Fredy Corado ; Costa Rica
Formation “Penguin Tappers” ; Germany
Box office:
0711/2555555
www.easyticket.de
April 24, 2009
8 PM
For the first time in Germany Pascal Hulin and German Tap
present
Tap Reloaded 2009
Artists:
Jason Samuels Smith, Chloe Arnold : USA
Dorel & Costel Surbeck, Fabrice Martin, Lukas Weiss;
Switzerland
Noelia Vicente & Ccarlos Ramos ; Spain
Konstantin Nevretdinov ; Russia
Fredy Corado ; Costa Rica
Formation “Penguin Tappers” ; Germany
Box office:
0711/2555555
www.easyticket.de
Marc Bamuthi Joseph's the break/s comes to the East Coast!
Marc Bamuthi Joseph's the break/s comes to the East Coast!
***Jason Samuels Smith is scheduled to make a guest
performance at this event.
"You should go see the break/s if you like hip-hop.
You should go if you want to know more about hip-hop.
You should go if you think hip-hop is not a vehicle for
those high art ideas and emotions,
because you will be converted, and the sooner the better."
-Mpls.St.Paul Magazine
Marc Bamuthi Joseph's critically acclaimed "mixtape for
stage" comes to the East Coast this September!
The John F. Kennedy Center of Performing Arts
Terrace Theater
September 18-20, 2008
7:30pm
get tickets here!
and
NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts
September 23 and 25-27, 2008
8pm
get tickets here!
Read and see more of Marc Bamuthi Joseph here!
For more information about the break/s, please contact:
Cathy Zimmerman, Co-Director and Producer
MAPP International Productions
140 Second Avenue, Suite 502
New York, NY 10003
646-602-9390
cathy@mappinternational.org--
Joan Osato
Producing Director
Youth Speaks, Inc.
Youth Speaks / Brave New Voices / The Living Word Project
290 Division Street, Suite 302
San Francisco, CA 94103
p) 415.255.9035 ext. 15
f) 415.255.9065
c) 415-710-7427
www.youthspeaks.org
www.livingwordproject.org
http://mappinternational.org/artists/schedule/1/
***Jason Samuels Smith is scheduled to make a guest
performance at this event.
"You should go see the break/s if you like hip-hop.
You should go if you want to know more about hip-hop.
You should go if you think hip-hop is not a vehicle for
those high art ideas and emotions,
because you will be converted, and the sooner the better."
-Mpls.St.Paul Magazine
Marc Bamuthi Joseph's critically acclaimed "mixtape for
stage" comes to the East Coast this September!
The John F. Kennedy Center of Performing Arts
Terrace Theater
September 18-20, 2008
7:30pm
get tickets here!
and
NYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts
September 23 and 25-27, 2008
8pm
get tickets here!
Read and see more of Marc Bamuthi Joseph here!
For more information about the break/s, please contact:
Cathy Zimmerman, Co-Director and Producer
MAPP International Productions
140 Second Avenue, Suite 502
New York, NY 10003
646-602-9390
cathy@mappinternational.org--
Joan Osato
Producing Director
Youth Speaks, Inc.
Youth Speaks / Brave New Voices / The Living Word Project
290 Division Street, Suite 302
San Francisco, CA 94103
p) 415.255.9035 ext. 15
f) 415.255.9065
c) 415-710-7427
www.youthspeaks.org
www.livingwordproject.org
http://mappinternational.org/artists/schedule/1/
erry Lewis MDA Telethon Opening Number by Chloe
Watch "Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon Opening Number by Chloe
Arnold" on YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLbeR0DMPuw&feature=email
In a tribute to America, the opening number for the Jerry
Lewis Telethon 2008 featured 24 tap dancers from all over
the U.S.
Produced by Anita Mann Productions.
Choreographed by Chloe Arnold (www.chloearnold.com)
Cast of Dancers- Chloe Arnold Maud Arnold Jared Grimes Ted
Levy Sarah Reich Lee Howard Matt Shields Danny Nielson
Josette Wiggan Melinda Sullivan Amanda Mak Alaman Diadhiou
Jason Rodgers Danielle Behrens Tiernan Tunicliffe Michelle
May Kayla Zellars Myasia Fox Christopher Broughton B'jon
Carter-Burnell Kyle Jones Wesley Barnes Jack Ironstone Luke
Hawkins
Courtesy of www.divinerhythmproductions.com EMPOWER YOUR
SOLE!
Arnold" on YouTube
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLbeR0DMPuw&feature=email
In a tribute to America, the opening number for the Jerry
Lewis Telethon 2008 featured 24 tap dancers from all over
the U.S.
Produced by Anita Mann Productions.
Choreographed by Chloe Arnold (www.chloearnold.com)
Cast of Dancers- Chloe Arnold Maud Arnold Jared Grimes Ted
Levy Sarah Reich Lee Howard Matt Shields Danny Nielson
Josette Wiggan Melinda Sullivan Amanda Mak Alaman Diadhiou
Jason Rodgers Danielle Behrens Tiernan Tunicliffe Michelle
May Kayla Zellars Myasia Fox Christopher Broughton B'jon
Carter-Burnell Kyle Jones Wesley Barnes Jack Ironstone Luke
Hawkins
Courtesy of www.divinerhythmproductions.com EMPOWER YOUR
SOLE!
Danielle Hobbs updates for Jazz/modern workshop: New Modern
Danielle Hobbs updates for Jazz/modern workshop: New Modern
dance footage!
Greeetings all,
Please check out the new footage I uploaded performing The
Legendary Modern Dance Piece: Metamorphesis.
This piece achieved the National Gold Medal for Actso
NAACP, The Dorothy Chandler Spotlight Award, and was
performed for Sidney Poitier's Breast Cancer fundraiser for
a cure.
Hopefully this viewing will allow you to have me share my
skills and performing secrets and choreograph special works
on your dance company, for upcoming compeitions, and/or
jazz/modern workshop! Or maybe you know some one that has a
dance studio looking for special work.
Latest Commercial work and choreography have been Beyonce
"Baby Boy- Goddess in the sand solo", "DE JA VU- African
solo", "Beautiful Liar-w/Shakira", and parts of "The
Beyonce Experience: The Ultimate Performer Tour!"
Latest Theater Equity Works have been "Ode to Claude"-
Choregraphed by Matthew Dickens, (Tribute to famed
choregrapher Claude Thompson), "Purlie"- Pasadena
Playhouse- directed by Legendary Sheldon Epps and
choreographed by Ken Roberson, "Aida"- Actor's Playhouse in
Coral Gables, Maimi, and "For Colored Girls Who Considered
Suicide-Lady in Purple"
Danielle holds a BA of Dance, with an emphasis in Dunham,
Graham, and Horton, and tons of commercial dance
experience, therefore she has the best of both worlds.
Feel free to invite her to your studio for a Great
Experience.
Look out for her first book: "I Dance: All you need to
know about becoming a working dancer." coming soon.
Enjoy,
Danielle Hobbs
310 936 1319
alvergia@aol.com
Danielle Hobbs performing: Metamorphesis:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLNJU5dfRMk
Danielle "Danigirl" Hobbs Dance/Choreographer Montage:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTaHUDEghhc
dance footage!
Greeetings all,
Please check out the new footage I uploaded performing The
Legendary Modern Dance Piece: Metamorphesis.
This piece achieved the National Gold Medal for Actso
NAACP, The Dorothy Chandler Spotlight Award, and was
performed for Sidney Poitier's Breast Cancer fundraiser for
a cure.
Hopefully this viewing will allow you to have me share my
skills and performing secrets and choreograph special works
on your dance company, for upcoming compeitions, and/or
jazz/modern workshop! Or maybe you know some one that has a
dance studio looking for special work.
Latest Commercial work and choreography have been Beyonce
"Baby Boy- Goddess in the sand solo", "DE JA VU- African
solo", "Beautiful Liar-w/Shakira", and parts of "The
Beyonce Experience: The Ultimate Performer Tour!"
Latest Theater Equity Works have been "Ode to Claude"-
Choregraphed by Matthew Dickens, (Tribute to famed
choregrapher Claude Thompson), "Purlie"- Pasadena
Playhouse- directed by Legendary Sheldon Epps and
choreographed by Ken Roberson, "Aida"- Actor's Playhouse in
Coral Gables, Maimi, and "For Colored Girls Who Considered
Suicide-Lady in Purple"
Danielle holds a BA of Dance, with an emphasis in Dunham,
Graham, and Horton, and tons of commercial dance
experience, therefore she has the best of both worlds.
Feel free to invite her to your studio for a Great
Experience.
Look out for her first book: "I Dance: All you need to
know about becoming a working dancer." coming soon.
Enjoy,
Danielle Hobbs
310 936 1319
alvergia@aol.com
Danielle Hobbs performing: Metamorphesis:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLNJU5dfRMk
Danielle "Danigirl" Hobbs Dance/Choreographer Montage:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fTaHUDEghhc
ROXANE BUTTERFLY's UPCOMING TEACHING SCHEDULE (NYC,
ROXANE BUTTERFLY's UPCOMING TEACHING SCHEDULE (NYC,
Mineapolis, Paris)
STEPS on Broadway (74th st & Broadway)
Guest Teacher! Roxane Butterfly:
9/24-10/6
Basic Tap, Mon 7:00-8:00pm
Beg Tap, Mon 8:00-9:15pm
Adv Tap, Wed 4:30-6:00pm
Adv Int Tap, Thu 4:30-6:00pm & Fri 7:45-9:15pm
HEART BEAT Studio (Mineapolis)
Master-classes
Friday Oct 10th, Sat Oct 11th, Sund Oct 12th
HARMONIC Studio (5 passage des Taillandiers, Paris 11eme)
Sunday Oct 26th, 14h30-17h: int/adv
• CONFERENCE
ROXANE BUTTERFLY's WORLDBEATS will be attending WOMEX
October 29th- Nov 2nd
Seville, Spain
www.womex.com
• TAP-BOOTS
The Roxane Butterfly's Tap Boots are now on sale (see flyer
attached). Made in Spain !
• VIDEOS
Videos of Roxane Butterfly's Worldbeats will be available
at the above workshops.
If you cannot attend and wish to receive one, contact
Roxane via email.
Visit www.myspace.com/roxanebutterfly for new videos!
Roxane Butterfly's Worldbeats
Spain: +34 651 684 430
USA: +1 212 636 9584
http://worldbeats.free.fr
Watch our last videos!
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID#832553
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID!532320
Mineapolis, Paris)
STEPS on Broadway (74th st & Broadway)
Guest Teacher! Roxane Butterfly:
9/24-10/6
Basic Tap, Mon 7:00-8:00pm
Beg Tap, Mon 8:00-9:15pm
Adv Tap, Wed 4:30-6:00pm
Adv Int Tap, Thu 4:30-6:00pm & Fri 7:45-9:15pm
HEART BEAT Studio (Mineapolis)
Master-classes
Friday Oct 10th, Sat Oct 11th, Sund Oct 12th
HARMONIC Studio (5 passage des Taillandiers, Paris 11eme)
Sunday Oct 26th, 14h30-17h: int/adv
• CONFERENCE
ROXANE BUTTERFLY's WORLDBEATS will be attending WOMEX
October 29th- Nov 2nd
Seville, Spain
www.womex.com
• TAP-BOOTS
The Roxane Butterfly's Tap Boots are now on sale (see flyer
attached). Made in Spain !
• VIDEOS
Videos of Roxane Butterfly's Worldbeats will be available
at the above workshops.
If you cannot attend and wish to receive one, contact
Roxane via email.
Visit www.myspace.com/roxanebutterfly for new videos!
Roxane Butterfly's Worldbeats
Spain: +34 651 684 430
USA: +1 212 636 9584
http://worldbeats.free.fr
Watch our last videos!
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID#832553
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID!532320
Parallel Exit in Freshly Tossed
Parallel Exit in Freshly Tossed
Performer: Brian Spitulnik
Photographer: Steven Rosen
FRESHLY TOSSED 2008
Come check out Freshly Tossed! Blending music, dance,
theatre, and comedy, Freshly Tossed features artists who
take an innovative and exciting approach towards musical
theatre. Curators Wendy Seyb and Mark Lonergan have
brought together an outstanding group of artists who blend
music and comedy in intriguing and surprising new ways. The
evening will include work from Wendy Seyb, Parallel Exit,
Ray Hesselink, Matt Williams, Chris Allison, and Adam
Kuchler.
Freshly Tossed is being presented by The New York Musical
Theatre Festival (NYMF), Wendy Seyb, and Mark Lonergan,
along with Katie Adams, and Josh Blye.
Where: American Theater of Actors/Chernuchin Theatre
314 W 54th St, 2nd Floor
New York, NY
When: Monday, September 22nd at 7:00pm and 9:30pm.
To buy tickets Call OvationTix at (212) 352-3101 or visit
www.nymf.org. Tickets are $20 each
Mark Lonergan
Artistic Director
Parallel Exit
www.parallelexit.net
www.nycphysicaltheatre.com
Please note my new email address is mark@parallelexit.net
Performer: Brian Spitulnik
Photographer: Steven Rosen
FRESHLY TOSSED 2008
Come check out Freshly Tossed! Blending music, dance,
theatre, and comedy, Freshly Tossed features artists who
take an innovative and exciting approach towards musical
theatre. Curators Wendy Seyb and Mark Lonergan have
brought together an outstanding group of artists who blend
music and comedy in intriguing and surprising new ways. The
evening will include work from Wendy Seyb, Parallel Exit,
Ray Hesselink, Matt Williams, Chris Allison, and Adam
Kuchler.
Freshly Tossed is being presented by The New York Musical
Theatre Festival (NYMF), Wendy Seyb, and Mark Lonergan,
along with Katie Adams, and Josh Blye.
Where: American Theater of Actors/Chernuchin Theatre
314 W 54th St, 2nd Floor
New York, NY
When: Monday, September 22nd at 7:00pm and 9:30pm.
To buy tickets Call OvationTix at (212) 352-3101 or visit
www.nymf.org.
Mark Lonergan
Artistic Director
Parallel Exit
www.parallelexit.net
www.nycphysicaltheatre.com
Please note my new email address is mark@parallelexit.net
The Prof. Ardie Bryant Tap Experience - New York City,
The upcoming workshop in the 'Tradition In Tap - Series'
will be dedicated to the work of Legendary Be-Bop Tap
Master, 'The Ambassador of Tap', Prof. Ardie Bryant.
The workshop is scheduled to take place in New York City on
the weekend of November 7-9, 2008.
This workshop will feature original choreography taught by
the master himself, and Honorary Master Classes by leading
tap artists.
The workshop will take place at Nola Studios in midtown
Manhattan.
The Participants Showcase will take place on Saturday
November 8, at Manhattan Movement and Arts Center. See the
website for guidelines and application form.
The workshop includes:
- Three days of intensive tap experience.
- Original Choreography 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.
- Related Events
- 'Dance Teacher Recognizes' certificate (For Teachers
Only).
The workshop consists of 4 different programs:
- Two separate adult programs for intermediate, advanced
and professional levels (Adults, Teens 16+).
- Teens program for tappers ages 12-16, with at least 5
years of extensive tap training.
- Youth program for tappers age 10-12, 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 Prof. Ardie Bryant Tap Experience.
Scholarships are made possible by funds granted by private
donors through the 'Sponsor A Tap Dancer' program & The
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 the workshop.
Extensive information is now available 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!
Special group rates available – call for details.
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Prof. Ardie Bryant - Bio:
Prof. Bryant, known worldwide as the "Innovator of Modern
Jazz Tap" and the "Ambassador of Tap" is a master jazz tap
percussionist, tap preservationist, historian, director,
composer, arranger, actor, choreographer and musician with
seven decades of professional experience.
He has toured the world as a Goodwill Ambassador for the
Department of Defense, and the sounds of his percussive
feet and his dance memories are preserved as part of the
Jazz Oral History Program in the Archives Center of the
Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American
History.
In his teens, he was influenced by the music of modern jazz
giants Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gilliespie, and is credited
with developing a new style of tap he named Modern Jazz
Tap.
Ardie is also a university professor who not only teaches
tap, but also educates students about the importance and
history of tap and jazz tap as an American art form.
In July 2006 Ardie received the prestigious "Los Angeles
Cultural Treasure Award" from the City of Los Angeles.
Prof. Bryant co-starred and performed with: Nat King Cole,
Sarah Vaughan, Cab Calloway, Joe Louis, Kate Smith, Fred
Allen, Ruth Brown, The Los Angeles Master Chorale, Duke
Ellington, Count Basie, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie,
Lionel Hampton, Woody Herman, Erroll Garner, Charles
Mingus, Art Tatum, Lester Young, Billy May and Illinois
Jacquet. He appeared at: The Palace Theater, The Paramount
Theater, The Apollo Theater, Carnegie Hall, The Calgary
Stampede and The Walt Disney Concert Hall.
------------------------------------------------------------------
Please feel free to e-mail me with any
questions or comments you might have.
My e-mail address for this workshop is:
ProfArdieBryant@TraditionInTap.org
or call me directly at: 646-383-4949
Thanks and Shalom,
Ofer Ben - Executive Director
Tradition In Tap, Inc.
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Tradition In Tap, Inc.
www.TraditionInTap.org
Postal Address: P.O.Box 1050
New York City, NY 10276, USA
Phone: (646) 383-4949
will be dedicated to the work of Legendary Be-Bop Tap
Master, 'The Ambassador of Tap', Prof. Ardie Bryant.
The workshop is scheduled to take place in New York City on
the weekend of November 7-9, 2008.
This workshop will feature original choreography taught by
the master himself, and Honorary Master Classes by leading
tap artists.
The workshop will take place at Nola Studios in midtown
Manhattan.
The Participants Showcase will take place on Saturday
November 8, at Manhattan Movement and Arts Center. See the
website for guidelines and application form.
The workshop includes:
- Three days of intensive tap experience.
- Original Choreography 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.
- Related Events
- 'Dance Teacher Recognizes' certificate (For Teachers
Only).
The workshop consists of 4 different programs:
- Two separate adult programs for intermediate, advanced
and professional levels (Adults, Teens 16+).
- Teens program for tappers ages 12-16, with at least 5
years of extensive tap training.
- Youth program for tappers age 10-12, 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 Prof. Ardie Bryant Tap Experience.
Scholarships are made possible by funds granted by private
donors through the 'Sponsor A Tap Dancer' program & The
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 the workshop.
Extensive information is now available 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!
Special group rates available – call for details.
-------------------------------------------------------------------
Prof. Ardie Bryant - Bio:
Prof. Bryant, known worldwide as the "Innovator of Modern
Jazz Tap" and the "Ambassador of Tap" is a master jazz tap
percussionist, tap preservationist, historian, director,
composer, arranger, actor, choreographer and musician with
seven decades of professional experience.
He has toured the world as a Goodwill Ambassador for the
Department of Defense, and the sounds of his percussive
feet and his dance memories are preserved as part of the
Jazz Oral History Program in the Archives Center of the
Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American
History.
In his teens, he was influenced by the music of modern jazz
giants Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gilliespie, and is credited
with developing a new style of tap he named Modern Jazz
Tap.
Ardie is also a university professor who not only teaches
tap, but also educates students about the importance and
history of tap and jazz tap as an American art form.
In July 2006 Ardie received the prestigious "Los Angeles
Cultural Treasure Award" from the City of Los Angeles.
Prof. Bryant co-starred and performed with: Nat King Cole,
Sarah Vaughan, Cab Calloway, Joe Louis, Kate Smith, Fred
Allen, Ruth Brown, The Los Angeles Master Chorale, Duke
Ellington, Count Basie, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie,
Lionel Hampton, Woody Herman, Erroll Garner, Charles
Mingus, Art Tatum, Lester Young, Billy May and Illinois
Jacquet. He appeared at: The Palace Theater, The Paramount
Theater, The Apollo Theater, Carnegie Hall, The Calgary
Stampede and The Walt Disney Concert Hall.
------------------------------------------------------------------
Please feel free to e-mail me with any
questions or comments you might have.
My e-mail address for this workshop is:
ProfArdieBryant@TraditionInTap.org
or call me directly at: 646-383-4949
Thanks and Shalom,
Ofer Ben - Executive Director
Tradition In Tap, Inc.
----------------------------------------------
Tradition In Tap, Inc.
www.TraditionInTap.org
Postal Address: P.O.Box 1050
New York City, NY 10276, USA
Phone: (646) 383-4949
Jazz Tap Brunch
YOU ARE INVITED!
Jazz Tap Brunch
Hosted By Bob Kindred and Barbara Duffy
From 1997-1999, the great sax player Bob Kindred and I
hosted a Jazz Tap Brunch every Sunday at a restaurant
called Zinno. The Daily News said,
"A wonderful conversation in rhythm as the trio and the
dancers spur each other on." Special guests always stopped
in to tap dance or sing. It was a fun-filled afternoon of
improvisation and the only jazz tap brunch in the city. Our
reunion brunch in June was so successful, Cafe Loup asked
us back!!
HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US!!!!
When: Sunday, September 14, 12:30-3:30
Where: Cafe Loup, 105 West 13th St. bet 6th & 7th
How Much: No Cover, Brunch menu from $9.50 to $16.50
Reservations: 212-255-4746
Subway: 1,2,3 to 14th Street F,V,L PATH
Fall In Love With Salsa! New Kids Class!
Fall Salsa Session Begins Sept. 8-12
New Programs for Adults and Kids! Free Events!
Fall Session Salsa Classes
September - November 2008
Fall in love with Salsa over and over again!
Fundamentals Programs: Basics and More
This is not the typical "beginners" program. Besides
footwork, turns, and moves, you will get combinations,
intro to styling, cultural perspective and more! Let us
help you bring the new school and old school Salsa world's
together.
$120 Per Person/ $230 Per Pair includes: 10 classes, music
CD, studio social, and practice study guide. Registrations
are accepted until the second week of class.
Classes are held 5 nights a week in 6 different locations.
Choose a night, but you have the flexibility to jump from
one site to the next if needed. For Details Click Here
Essentials Programs: Feeling and Flow
Our revamped essentials program now mirrors our
fundamentals program in structure and design. Now filled
with music identification/appreciation exercises,
additional turn patters, modified moves, combinations, and
additional styling, lets take your Salsa to the next level.
$125 Per Person/ $240 Per Pair includes: 10 classes, music
CD, studio social, and practice study guide. Registrations
are accepted until the second week of class.
Classes are held 2 nights a week in 2 different locations
(Tues-Hartford/Weds-Wethersfield). Choose a night, but you
have the flexibility to jump from one site to the next if
needed. For Details Click Here
Take advantage of our early bird registration special and
save today!
Register 1 person by this Friday, Sept. 5 and get a $40 off
a 2nd registration for any Adult Beginners and/or
Essentials Class. Register Online and we will rebate the
difference after regular registration is completed.
Register on Tuesday, Sept. 2 from 6 pm - 7:30 pm or Friday
from 6 pm - 7:30 pm at the Fuller Movement Center, 1477
Park St.
What are you waiting for? Register TODAY!
Fundamentals Program for Kids 7-12: Basics and More
This is the kid version of our adult beginners program.
Students will learn everything adults do using a kid
friendly curriculum. Great for educational and cultural
understanding/appreciation.
$90 Per Child/ $150 Per Two includes: 10 classes, music CD,
studio social, and practice study guide. Registrations are
accepted until the second week of class.
Classes are held:
Fuller Movement Center
1477 Park St. 2nd Fl, Hartford
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Starting, Sept. 11, 2008
For Details Click Here
---ANNOUNCEMENTS---
Siembra Youth Production Company
We are still accepting youth with some dance experience for
our youth production company. If you are interested and
would like details please contact us.
Evolucion! Adult Production Company
We are still accepting adults with some dance experience
for our adult production company. If you are interested and
would like details please contact us.
Connections
Will not be offered this week, but will be offered next
week. Please make a note of it.
CT Women's Expo
Join Salsa Fundamentals and many others this weekend at the
CT Expo Center for a great day of information,
demonstrations, and fun. Look for the Salsa Fundamentals
table and performances on both Sat./Sun. Come by, say hi,
and enter to win great prizes.
Latin Fest Hartford
Come out and enjoy the music of Shorty C, Domenic Marte,
Oro Solido, Xtreme, Gilberto Santa Rosa, and much more all
for FREE. Bushnell Park Pavilion, Hartford CT. 12 PM - 7
PM. We are looking for people to help us promote Salsa
Fundamentals during this event. Interested parties will be
compensated. Interested and want details? Contact us.
Salsa Fundamentals originators of the progressive lessons,
specialists in the basics, and advocates for the education
and preservation of the roots of music and dance!
________________________________________
email: rey@trysalsa.com
phone: 860-212-0350
web: http://www.trysalsa.com
Jazz Tap Brunch
Hosted By Bob Kindred and Barbara Duffy
From 1997-1999, the great sax player Bob Kindred and I
hosted a Jazz Tap Brunch every Sunday at a restaurant
called Zinno. The Daily News said,
"A wonderful conversation in rhythm as the trio and the
dancers spur each other on." Special guests always stopped
in to tap dance or sing. It was a fun-filled afternoon of
improvisation and the only jazz tap brunch in the city. Our
reunion brunch in June was so successful, Cafe Loup asked
us back!!
HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US!!!!
When: Sunday, September 14, 12:30-3:30
Where: Cafe Loup, 105 West 13th St. bet 6th & 7th
How Much: No Cover, Brunch menu from $9.50 to $16.50
Reservations: 212-255-4746
Subway: 1,2,3 to 14th Street F,V,L PATH
Fall In Love With Salsa! New Kids Class!
Fall Salsa Session Begins Sept. 8-12
New Programs for Adults and Kids! Free Events!
Fall Session Salsa Classes
September - November 2008
Fall in love with Salsa over and over again!
Fundamentals Programs: Basics and More
This is not the typical "beginners" program. Besides
footwork, turns, and moves, you will get combinations,
intro to styling, cultural perspective and more! Let us
help you bring the new school and old school Salsa world's
together.
$120 Per Person/ $230 Per Pair includes: 10 classes, music
CD, studio social, and practice study guide. Registrations
are accepted until the second week of class.
Classes are held 5 nights a week in 6 different locations.
Choose a night, but you have the flexibility to jump from
one site to the next if needed. For Details Click Here
Essentials Programs: Feeling and Flow
Our revamped essentials program now mirrors our
fundamentals program in structure and design. Now filled
with music identification/appreciation exercises,
additional turn patters, modified moves, combinations, and
additional styling, lets take your Salsa to the next level.
$125 Per Person/ $240 Per Pair includes: 10 classes, music
CD, studio social, and practice study guide. Registrations
are accepted until the second week of class.
Classes are held 2 nights a week in 2 different locations
(Tues-Hartford/Weds-Wethersfield). Choose a night, but you
have the flexibility to jump from one site to the next if
needed. For Details Click Here
Take advantage of our early bird registration special and
save today!
Register 1 person by this Friday, Sept. 5 and get a $40 off
a 2nd registration for any Adult Beginners and/or
Essentials Class. Register Online and we will rebate the
difference after regular registration is completed.
Register on Tuesday, Sept. 2 from 6 pm - 7:30 pm or Friday
from 6 pm - 7:30 pm at the Fuller Movement Center, 1477
Park St.
What are you waiting for? Register TODAY!
Fundamentals Program for Kids 7-12: Basics and More
This is the kid version of our adult beginners program.
Students will learn everything adults do using a kid
friendly curriculum. Great for educational and cultural
understanding/appreciation.
$90 Per Child/ $150 Per Two includes: 10 classes, music CD,
studio social, and practice study guide. Registrations are
accepted until the second week of class.
Classes are held:
Fuller Movement Center
1477 Park St. 2nd Fl, Hartford
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Starting, Sept. 11, 2008
For Details Click Here
---ANNOUNCEMENTS---
Siembra Youth Production Company
We are still accepting youth with some dance experience for
our youth production company. If you are interested and
would like details please contact us.
Evolucion! Adult Production Company
We are still accepting adults with some dance experience
for our adult production company. If you are interested and
would like details please contact us.
Connections
Will not be offered this week, but will be offered next
week. Please make a note of it.
CT Women's Expo
Join Salsa Fundamentals and many others this weekend at the
CT Expo Center for a great day of information,
demonstrations, and fun. Look for the Salsa Fundamentals
table and performances on both Sat./Sun. Come by, say hi,
and enter to win great prizes.
Latin Fest Hartford
Come out and enjoy the music of Shorty C, Domenic Marte,
Oro Solido, Xtreme, Gilberto Santa Rosa, and much more all
for FREE. Bushnell Park Pavilion, Hartford CT. 12 PM - 7
PM. We are looking for people to help us promote Salsa
Fundamentals during this event. Interested parties will be
compensated. Interested and want details? Contact us.
Salsa Fundamentals originators of the progressive lessons,
specialists in the basics, and advocates for the education
and preservation of the roots of music and dance!
________________________________________
email: rey@trysalsa.com
phone: 860-212-0350
web: http://www.trysalsa.com
Ayodele Casel- Tap Dancer/Photographer
NEED A PHOTOGRAPHER???
Support fellow tap dancer/photographer Ayodele Casel.
For more information, visit:
http://www.caselphotography.com/
www.ayodelecasel.com
Support fellow tap dancer/photographer Ayodele Casel.
For more information, visit:
http://www.caselphotography.com/
www.ayodelecasel.com
Picnic in the Park- 20th Anniversary
20th Anniversary - Let the celebration begin! Sunday
9/14/08
Dear Tap Enthusiast,
This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the annual Tap
Extravaganza presented by The Committee to Celebrate
National Tap Dance Day (Flo-Bert, Ltd) held in New York
City. Not only are we gearing up for the performance/awards
show in May 2009, but we are also planning an array of
events along the way. Read on to see what's coming up and
how you can support the organization.
September Event
Picnic in the Park
When: Sunday, September 14, 2008 from 1 - 5 pm
Where: Riverside Park @ 145th Street.
Enter at 145th Street and Riverside Drive (Elevator and
Stairs to lower level) or 148th Street and Riverside Drive
(Stairs only to lower level). Follow the Tap Extravaganza
signs.
Join us for some fun outdoor games (such as kickball,
frisbee, and football or, feel free to bring some of your
favorite games and sporting equipment), some tasty food
from the grill ($5 suggested donation) and a tap jam (so
bring your shoes). Labor Day may bring summer to a close,
but there is still more outdoor fun to be had! This event
is open to anyone and everyone who would like to come. We
will also be raffling off some fun prizes so bring a few
bucks and get yourself some raffle tickets!
http://www.nytap.org
Like what we're doing? Here's how you can help...
In order to make this year's 20th Annual Tap Extravaganza
unlike any other, we need your help. We hope to bring this
tap dance & awards show to the legendary Apollo Theater to
take tap dance back to its roots. Your tax-deductible
contribution can help make this a reality. You may make a
donation of $50 or more by following the link below to
Ticket Central. To make a donation less than $50, simply
mail your check made out to Flo-Bert, Ltd. to our office at
Tap Extravaganza, PO Box 2156, New York, NY 10108.
http://ticketcentral.com/nytap.htm
See you in the Park!
Sincerely,
--The Committee to Celebrate National Tap Dance Day
DeWitt Fleming, Jr (Chair)
Traci Mann (Chair)
Ruth Cohen (Treasurer)
Dana Fisch (Secretary)
Rod Ferrone
Laraine Goodman
Al Heyward
Carl Schlesinger
Michael Shannon
9/14/08
Dear Tap Enthusiast,
This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the annual Tap
Extravaganza presented by The Committee to Celebrate
National Tap Dance Day (Flo-Bert, Ltd) held in New York
City. Not only are we gearing up for the performance/awards
show in May 2009, but we are also planning an array of
events along the way. Read on to see what's coming up and
how you can support the organization.
September Event
Picnic in the Park
When: Sunday, September 14, 2008 from 1 - 5 pm
Where: Riverside Park @ 145th Street.
Enter at 145th Street and Riverside Drive (Elevator and
Stairs to lower level) or 148th Street and Riverside Drive
(Stairs only to lower level). Follow the Tap Extravaganza
signs.
Join us for some fun outdoor games (such as kickball,
frisbee, and football or, feel free to bring some of your
favorite games and sporting equipment), some tasty food
from the grill ($5 suggested donation) and a tap jam (so
bring your shoes). Labor Day may bring summer to a close,
but there is still more outdoor fun to be had! This event
is open to anyone and everyone who would like to come. We
will also be raffling off some fun prizes so bring a few
bucks and get yourself some raffle tickets!
http://www.nytap.org
Like what we're doing? Here's how you can help...
In order to make this year's 20th Annual Tap Extravaganza
unlike any other, we need your help. We hope to bring this
tap dance & awards show to the legendary Apollo Theater to
take tap dance back to its roots. Your tax-deductible
contribution can help make this a reality. You may make a
donation of $50 or more by following the link below to
Ticket Central. To make a donation less than $50, simply
mail your check made out to Flo-Bert, Ltd. to our office at
Tap Extravaganza, PO Box 2156, New York, NY 10108.
http://ticketcentral.com/nytap.htm
See you in the Park!
Sincerely,
--The Committee to Celebrate National Tap Dance Day
DeWitt Fleming, Jr (Chair)
Traci Mann (Chair)
Ruth Cohen (Treasurer)
Dana Fisch (Secretary)
Rod Ferrone
Laraine Goodman
Al Heyward
Carl Schlesinger
Michael Shannon
Rhythm in the Night
Hello!
In case you happen to be in the Boston area on September
26th, 27th, or 28th I will be performing with the Boston
Tap Company in the show "Rhythm In The Night". Hope to see
you there!!
-Arleigh :-)
Show: "RHYTHM IN THE NIGHT"
Location: RIVERSIDE THEATRE WORKS
45 FAIRMOUNT AVENUE.
HYDE PARK MA. 617-361-7024
Dates and Times: Friday, September 26th, 7p.m.
Saturday, September 27th, 3p.m. for youth
organizations
Saturday, September 27th, 7p.m.
Sunday, September 28th at 3p.m.
For tickets call the box office at 617-361-7024 or visit
www.rtwboston.org
Tickets $20.00
Boston Tap Company presents a night of extraordinary
dancing with cutting edge choreography by Sean C Fielder
who's style is
testimonial to the original tap icons. Electrifying the
stage with lightening fast feet and music that navigates
from classical swing, salsa to hip hop and reggae, *Rhythm
in the Night* will have your feet tapping from beginning to
end. The Boston Tap Company is a compilation of diverse
generations and nationalities from different communities
throughout the United States sending a message of unity and
education through their passion for the art. Educating the
youth about the difficult decisions of life.
*"The Boston Tap Company has designated the Saturday
matinee performance to local youth organizations. All
tickets to this show will be sold at
a discounted price of $11.00, $1 of which will go to
benefit local youth
organizations. Tickets for this show are sold through the
box office at
Riverside Theatre Works only and all transactions do
require proof of youth organizations. Please call
617-361-5269 to order your tickets. All groups limited to
10 people until Sept. 18th"*
Sincerely,
Sean C Fielder
President /Founder /Artistic Dir.
Boston Tap Company
857-334-2589
www.bostontapcompany.org
PS. Always remember:
"The Only Way To Be Different Is To Be Yourself
In case you happen to be in the Boston area on September
26th, 27th, or 28th I will be performing with the Boston
Tap Company in the show "Rhythm In The Night". Hope to see
you there!!
-Arleigh :-)
Show: "RHYTHM IN THE NIGHT"
Location: RIVERSIDE THEATRE WORKS
45 FAIRMOUNT AVENUE.
HYDE PARK MA. 617-361-7024
Dates and Times: Friday, September 26th, 7p.m.
Saturday, September 27th, 3p.m. for youth
organizations
Saturday, September 27th, 7p.m.
Sunday, September 28th at 3p.m.
For tickets call the box office at 617-361-7024 or visit
www.rtwboston.org
Tickets $20.00
Boston Tap Company presents a night of extraordinary
dancing with cutting edge choreography by Sean C Fielder
who's style is
testimonial to the original tap icons. Electrifying the
stage with lightening fast feet and music that navigates
from classical swing, salsa to hip hop and reggae, *Rhythm
in the Night* will have your feet tapping from beginning to
end. The Boston Tap Company is a compilation of diverse
generations and nationalities from different communities
throughout the United States sending a message of unity and
education through their passion for the art. Educating the
youth about the difficult decisions of life.
*"The Boston Tap Company has designated the Saturday
matinee performance to local youth organizations. All
tickets to this show will be sold at
a discounted price of $11.00, $1 of which will go to
benefit local youth
organizations. Tickets for this show are sold through the
box office at
Riverside Theatre Works only and all transactions do
require proof of youth organizations. Please call
617-361-5269 to order your tickets. All groups limited to
10 people until Sept. 18th"*
Sincerely,
Sean C Fielder
President /Founder /Artistic Dir.
Boston Tap Company
857-334-2589
www.bostontapcompany.org
PS. Always remember:
"The Only Way To Be Different Is To Be Yourself
News from M.A.D.D. Rhythms
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Inc. Newsletter
Everything you need to know about us and what we are up to
Summer may be leaving, but M.A.D.D. Rhythms is getting
hotter than ever! Mas Fuego! The summer has been filled
with events and travels for all. I taught at the ARISE
Conference in Willowbrook, Nora Clark and I represented at
The Motor City Tap Festival, Jaybo Dixon and I ran a 6-week
ASM/BBF teen summer program on the west side of Chicago
while Star Dixon, Donnetta Jackson, Nora Clark, Jaybo Dixon
and I held a 2-week Youth TAP Boot Camp at M.A.D.D.
Rhythms' own studio. We did monthly performances at
Millennium Park and fed the crowd a delicious serving of
RHYTHM at The Taste Of Chicago. The entire family attended
the St. Louis Tap Festival and right after that I taught at
the Embracing The Dream Conference and The School Of
Performing Arts Dance Intensive. Nora, Jaybo and Star
represented at The L.A. Tap Festival where Star brought
home The Cutting Contest Victory for the second straight
year. The summer ended on a high note with me teaching and
performing at Tap Into A Cure in Edmonton where they raised
$10,000 for 2 worthy causes. I also went to Winnipeg the
very next week to share my love of TAP. Busy is an
understatement, but I wouldn't have it any other way!!!
This picture was shot by our resident photographer/graphic
designer named Alijah Villain and it is my connection of
TAP to GOD! It is a tap shoe in a bible because I am most
open and in tune, spiritually when I am TAPdancing! Respect
The Dance! Make A Difference the best way you can!
The M.A.D.D.Rhythms Tap Academy Fall Session begins Monday,
Sept. 15 and runs through Saturday, Dec. 20. Registration
will be held from 10am to 4pm on Sat., Sept. 6. ONE DAY
ONLY! The fall session is our most popular session, so
don't wait til the last minute to get registered!
M.A.D.D. Rhythms is performing at Millennium Park in the
Chase Family Tent on Friday. Aug. 29 at 12noon and 2pm. The
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Jr. Squad will also be performing. Best of
all it is FREE, FREE, FREE! M.A.D.D. Rhythms and The
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Jr. Squad will also, be performing at The
African Festival Of The Arts in Washington Park on Monday,
Sept. 1 at 1:30pm. Come enjoy some African culture and Tap
culture all in the same day!
P.S. As always, the monthly newsletter may not always be
monthly but it will contain everything I want to share
about M.A.D.D. Rhythms, The Tap Academy, Tappin' @ The
Shore: The Basement Jam, The M.A.D.D. Rhythms' Junior
Corps., The TAP Boot Camps and The Chicago Tap Summit! I
hope you enjoy.
Bril Barrett
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy
12-week Fall Session September 15-December 20
The 4th Annual Chicago TAP Summit
• Nov.14-16
• Workshops
• Tap Tour
• Panel Discussion
• Tap Jam
• All-Star Concert
• "SOLE SURVIVORS
http://maddrhythms.com/summit07.htm
email: bril@maddrhythms.com
phone: 773.604.1899
web: http://www.maddrhythms.com
Everything you need to know about us and what we are up to
Summer may be leaving, but M.A.D.D. Rhythms is getting
hotter than ever! Mas Fuego! The summer has been filled
with events and travels for all. I taught at the ARISE
Conference in Willowbrook, Nora Clark and I represented at
The Motor City Tap Festival, Jaybo Dixon and I ran a 6-week
ASM/BBF teen summer program on the west side of Chicago
while Star Dixon, Donnetta Jackson, Nora Clark, Jaybo Dixon
and I held a 2-week Youth TAP Boot Camp at M.A.D.D.
Rhythms' own studio. We did monthly performances at
Millennium Park and fed the crowd a delicious serving of
RHYTHM at The Taste Of Chicago. The entire family attended
the St. Louis Tap Festival and right after that I taught at
the Embracing The Dream Conference and The School Of
Performing Arts Dance Intensive. Nora, Jaybo and Star
represented at The L.A. Tap Festival where Star brought
home The Cutting Contest Victory for the second straight
year. The summer ended on a high note with me teaching and
performing at Tap Into A Cure in Edmonton where they raised
$10,000 for 2 worthy causes. I also went to Winnipeg the
very next week to share my love of TAP. Busy is an
understatement, but I wouldn't have it any other way!!!
This picture was shot by our resident photographer/graphic
designer named Alijah Villain and it is my connection of
TAP to GOD! It is a tap shoe in a bible because I am most
open and in tune, spiritually when I am TAPdancing! Respect
The Dance! Make A Difference the best way you can!
The M.A.D.D.Rhythms Tap Academy Fall Session begins Monday,
Sept. 15 and runs through Saturday, Dec. 20. Registration
will be held from 10am to 4pm on Sat., Sept. 6. ONE DAY
ONLY! The fall session is our most popular session, so
don't wait til the last minute to get registered!
M.A.D.D. Rhythms is performing at Millennium Park in the
Chase Family Tent on Friday. Aug. 29 at 12noon and 2pm. The
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Jr. Squad will also be performing. Best of
all it is FREE, FREE, FREE! M.A.D.D. Rhythms and The
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Jr. Squad will also, be performing at The
African Festival Of The Arts in Washington Park on Monday,
Sept. 1 at 1:30pm. Come enjoy some African culture and Tap
culture all in the same day!
P.S. As always, the monthly newsletter may not always be
monthly but it will contain everything I want to share
about M.A.D.D. Rhythms, The Tap Academy, Tappin' @ The
Shore: The Basement Jam, The M.A.D.D. Rhythms' Junior
Corps., The TAP Boot Camps and The Chicago Tap Summit! I
hope you enjoy.
Bril Barrett
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy
12-week Fall Session September 15-December 20
The 4th Annual Chicago TAP Summit
• Nov.14-16
• Workshops
• Tap Tour
• Panel Discussion
• Tap Jam
• All-Star Concert
• "SOLE SURVIVORS
http://maddrhythms.com/summit07.htm
email: bril@maddrhythms.com
phone: 773.604.1899
web: http://www.maddrhythms.com
Sunset Strips - Sept 14th
Please come support AIDS Project Los Angeles and The Actors
Fund September 14th...
SUNSET STRIPS
Sunday, September 14
6:30 p.m. One-Hour Cocktail Reception for Super VIP and VIP
Ticket Holders
7:30 p.m. Doors open for Premium and General Admission
Ticket Holders
8:00 p.m. Show begins, followed by dance party until
midnight
Boulevard 3
6523 W. Sunset Blvd. Hollywood 90028
TICKETS
To purchase tickets please visit www.apla.org or
www.actorsfund.org
Tickets: $160, $100, $40.
This event is standing room only.
Net proceeds benefit AIDS Project Los Angeles and The
Actors Fund.
Under the direction of award-winning choreographer, Travis
Payne award-winning director David Galligan, and renowned
musical directors Michael Brennan ("Le Reve" Las Vegas) and
Bryan Perri (LA's "Wicked"), nearly 100 dancers will bare
(almost) all in this new, one-night-only burlesque show to
benefit APLA and The Actors Fund at one of Hollywood's
hottest night spots, BOULEVARD3.
Scheduled to appear are Storm Lee, Leslie Jordan, Wilson
Cruz, Jai Rodriguez, Bruce Vilanch, Sarah Hunley, Dale
Dickey with more cast members from "Sordid Lives: The
Series." More to be announced!
Choreographers include Travis Payne, Mandy Moore, Tovaris
Wilson, Brian Thomas, Fred Tallaksen, Lee Martino, Aisha
Francis, Dondraico Johnson, Eva La Dare, Robert James
Hoffman, III, Sideswipe, Tony Testa, Miguel Zarate, Stacy
Walker, Casper, and Vinney Palazzolo & aerialists from
"Vertigo Posse."
McDonald Selznick Associates, Inc.
www.mcdonaldselznick.com
www.myspace.com/mcdonaldselznick
www.youtube.com/user/MSAGlobalLeader
Fund September 14th...
SUNSET STRIPS
Sunday, September 14
6:30 p.m. One-Hour Cocktail Reception for Super VIP and VIP
Ticket Holders
7:30 p.m. Doors open for Premium and General Admission
Ticket Holders
8:00 p.m. Show begins, followed by dance party until
midnight
Boulevard 3
6523 W. Sunset Blvd. Hollywood 90028
TICKETS
To purchase tickets please visit www.apla.org or
www.actorsfund.org
Tickets: $160, $100, $40.
This event is standing room only.
Net proceeds benefit AIDS Project Los Angeles and The
Actors Fund.
Under the direction of award-winning choreographer, Travis
Payne award-winning director David Galligan, and renowned
musical directors Michael Brennan ("Le Reve" Las Vegas) and
Bryan Perri (LA's "Wicked"), nearly 100 dancers will bare
(almost) all in this new, one-night-only burlesque show to
benefit APLA and The Actors Fund at one of Hollywood's
hottest night spots, BOULEVARD3.
Scheduled to appear are Storm Lee, Leslie Jordan, Wilson
Cruz, Jai Rodriguez, Bruce Vilanch, Sarah Hunley, Dale
Dickey with more cast members from "Sordid Lives: The
Series." More to be announced!
Choreographers include Travis Payne, Mandy Moore, Tovaris
Wilson, Brian Thomas, Fred Tallaksen, Lee Martino, Aisha
Francis, Dondraico Johnson, Eva La Dare, Robert James
Hoffman, III, Sideswipe, Tony Testa, Miguel Zarate, Stacy
Walker, Casper, and Vinney Palazzolo & aerialists from
"Vertigo Posse."
McDonald Selznick Associates, Inc.
www.mcdonaldselznick.com
www.myspace.com/mcdonaldselznick
www.youtube.com/user/MSAGlobalLeader
OPPORTUNITY: Seeking a Hip-Hop/Advanced Tap Teacher in Colorado
Seeking a Hip-Hop/Advanced Tap Teacher in Colorado
Hi there--
We are currently seeking a Hip-Hop/Advanced Tap teacher at
our studio. Are your postings free? If so, our posting is
listed below! (The sooner this can be included, the
better--thanks so much!)
The Younger Generation Players, Children's Musical Theatre
Company
2701 W. Oxford Ave. #3, Englewood, CO 80110; 303-789-4444
Currently seeking dance teachers.
Needed: Hip-Hop/Jazz teacher & Advanced Tap teacher.
Prefer a teacher who can teach both, but will hire two separate teachers.
Salary negotiable. Classes begin September.
Please contact for information & interview: 303-789-4444 or ygptheatre@netscape.net.
See our website for more information: www.ygplayers.org
See World-Wide Events
Hi there--
We are currently seeking a Hip-Hop/Advanced Tap teacher at
our studio. Are your postings free? If so, our posting is
listed below! (The sooner this can be included, the
better--thanks so much!)
The Younger Generation Players, Children's Musical Theatre
Company
2701 W. Oxford Ave. #3, Englewood, CO 80110; 303-789-4444
Currently seeking dance teachers.
Needed: Hip-Hop/Jazz teacher & Advanced Tap teacher.
Prefer a teacher who can teach both, but will hire two separate teachers.
Salary negotiable. Classes begin September.
Please contact for information & interview: 303-789-4444 or ygptheatre@netscape.net.
See our website for more information: www.ygplayers.org
See World-Wide Events
OPPORTUNITY: Auditions in Texas
Cheer Coaches, Step Team and Dance Instructors Needed:
Sports and recreation company seeks current or former Cheerleaders, Step and Dancers for teaching youth programs. We train all newly hired coaches and instructors how to teach youth. Evenings and/or Saturday mornings. Employment manage your own site in your area.
Call (214) 295-1031 ext 706 ask for Gail Pearson, Program Manager
Send resume and cover letter to info@texastalentthon.com
About Us:
The Texas Talent Thon Cheerleading & Dance Program (TTT) is a new youth recreational cheerleading association serving children in our community. "Texas Talent Thon Cheerleading & Dance Program"is supported by registration fees, fundraising, program sales, sponsorships, and generous donations from members of the community. This program is a non-profit recreational cheerleading & dance program along with two mentoring programs the "Special K's Special T's Princess Society and The Gents".
Texas Talent Thon Cheer and Dance Program was created for
Cheerleading and dance families in search of a program with a direct link into the Dallas Community. We encourage our families to bond, thru fun outings and events for the childrens enjoyment.
Looking for Christian Men & Women Spoken Word Artists, Actors, Singers and Praise Dancers!! (to perform in adaptation to "You wouldn't know a good man if you saw one!", "Would You Know A Good Women if You Saw One?" & "Father Can You Hear Me?" ... by Ka'Mili Grayson,) (non-paid ministry performance benefiting Texas Talent Thon Artist Development Group)
6 Men Ages 25-45yrs
6 Women Ages 25-45yrs
Auditions!!!
Saturday, August 30, 2008 1:00pm-3:00pm
K.B. Polk Recreation Center 6801 Roper Street, Dallas, Texas
E-mail: Brandon@texastalentthon.com or call 214-295-1031 ext. 705 (Brandon Powell, VP of Artist Development)
" You must be prepared to read, sing and dance" We will provide all music for dancing you must bring your own music for singing.
You must be able to act & sing or act and dance to be in any of these production.
Rehearsals will begin in September
Performance Date To Be Announced
Sports and recreation company seeks current or former Cheerleaders, Step and Dancers for teaching youth programs. We train all newly hired coaches and instructors how to teach youth. Evenings and/or Saturday mornings. Employment manage your own site in your area.
Call (214) 295-1031 ext 706 ask for Gail Pearson, Program Manager
Send resume and cover letter to info@texastalentthon.com
About Us:
The Texas Talent Thon Cheerleading & Dance Program (TTT) is a new youth recreational cheerleading association serving children in our community. "Texas Talent Thon Cheerleading & Dance Program"is supported by registration fees, fundraising, program sales, sponsorships, and generous donations from members of the community. This program is a non-profit recreational cheerleading & dance program along with two mentoring programs the "Special K's Special T's Princess Society and The Gents".
Texas Talent Thon Cheer and Dance Program was created for
Cheerleading and dance families in search of a program with a direct link into the Dallas Community. We encourage our families to bond, thru fun outings and events for the childrens enjoyment.
Looking for Christian Men & Women Spoken Word Artists, Actors, Singers and Praise Dancers!! (to perform in adaptation to "You wouldn't know a good man if you saw one!", "Would You Know A Good Women if You Saw One?" & "Father Can You Hear Me?" ... by Ka'Mili Grayson,) (non-paid ministry performance benefiting Texas Talent Thon Artist Development Group)
6 Men Ages 25-45yrs
6 Women Ages 25-45yrs
Auditions!!!
Saturday, August 30, 2008 1:00pm-3:00pm
K.B. Polk Recreation Center 6801 Roper Street, Dallas, Texas
E-mail: Brandon@texastalentthon.com or call 214-295-1031 ext. 705 (Brandon Powell, VP of Artist Development)
" You must be prepared to read, sing and dance" We will provide all music for dancing you must bring your own music for singing.
You must be able to act & sing or act and dance to be in any of these production.
Rehearsals will begin in September
Performance Date To Be Announced
Melbourne International Tap Festival News
Melbourne International Tap Festival NEWS
Schedule Changes, Opening Party & Reminders
Hi Everyone,
Time to say goodbye to Winter! The countdown has started for the festival and we are working hard to bring you a huge festival - pre festival performances will be starting shortly at Shopping Centres throughout Melbourne and Flinders St Station - keep an eye on the events page for details.
"Welcome home to Rachel Cusack, Jess Cram, Thomas Wadelton and Winston Morrison of the Swift Rhythm Hoofers and Shane Preston who have returned from USA and taken part in the New York, Chicago and LA Tap festivals. Well done and welcome back!!"
Onto some festival business: Due to unforseen circumstances there have been a couple of changes to the schedule: Kids Intermediate on 16/10 at 1045 is now with Melita Sammut, Adult Advanced on 17/10 at 1200 is now with Jason Samuels Smith, Kids Advanced on 18/10 at 0930 is now with Chris Horsey. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Another small change due to public demand - we have joined the shows to give you one big awe inspiring show at a discounted cost - available Friday 17th October & Saturday 18th October at 730pm.
The Opening Party of the Festival will take place at Ministry of Dance on Wednesday 15th October - all welcome! More details listed under Events on Website. Bring your shoes for jamming opportunities with Jason & Chloe. Closing Party will take place on Monday 20th October - details coming soon!
Just remember if you purchase your tickets before the festival you receive a 20% discount voucher from our sponsor Capezio for their products, redeemable at the workshop sales stand or by mail order.
QUICK REMINDERS
Volunteers: If you would like to experience being part of behind the scenes of the festival and running an event, register your interest to become a volunteer - please send an email to chrissie@mitf.com.au.
Capezio's A Taste Of Tap: If you would like to be a part of it to showcase your students and school please send an email to alice@mitf.com.au Registrations close September 19th.
New artists are being added each week so keep an eye on the artists link on the MITF website!
Looking forward to seeing you all at the festival!
Grant Swift & the Festival Committee
Other Recommended Websites
www.capeziodance.com
www.connexmelbourne.com.au
www.dancelife.com.au
www.danceinforma.com
www.thewebsiteclinic.com
www.ministryofdance.info
Schedule Changes, Opening Party & Reminders
Hi Everyone,
Time to say goodbye to Winter! The countdown has started for the festival and we are working hard to bring you a huge festival - pre festival performances will be starting shortly at Shopping Centres throughout Melbourne and Flinders St Station - keep an eye on the events page for details.
"Welcome home to Rachel Cusack, Jess Cram, Thomas Wadelton and Winston Morrison of the Swift Rhythm Hoofers and Shane Preston who have returned from USA and taken part in the New York, Chicago and LA Tap festivals. Well done and welcome back!!"
Onto some festival business: Due to unforseen circumstances there have been a couple of changes to the schedule: Kids Intermediate on 16/10 at 1045 is now with Melita Sammut, Adult Advanced on 17/10 at 1200 is now with Jason Samuels Smith, Kids Advanced on 18/10 at 0930 is now with Chris Horsey. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Another small change due to public demand - we have joined the shows to give you one big awe inspiring show at a discounted cost - available Friday 17th October & Saturday 18th October at 730pm.
The Opening Party of the Festival will take place at Ministry of Dance on Wednesday 15th October - all welcome! More details listed under Events on Website. Bring your shoes for jamming opportunities with Jason & Chloe. Closing Party will take place on Monday 20th October - details coming soon!
Just remember if you purchase your tickets before the festival you receive a 20% discount voucher from our sponsor Capezio for their products, redeemable at the workshop sales stand or by mail order.
QUICK REMINDERS
Volunteers: If you would like to experience being part of behind the scenes of the festival and running an event, register your interest to become a volunteer - please send an email to chrissie@mitf.com.au.
Capezio's A Taste Of Tap: If you would like to be a part of it to showcase your students and school please send an email to alice@mitf.com.au Registrations close September 19th.
New artists are being added each week so keep an eye on the artists link on the MITF website!
Looking forward to seeing you all at the festival!
Grant Swift & the Festival Committee
Other Recommended Websites
www.capeziodance.com
www.connexmelbourne.com.au
www.dancelife.com.au
www.danceinforma.com
www.thewebsiteclinic.com
www.ministryofdance.info
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Watch the Jerry Lewis Telethon THIS Sunday! Opening Act Choreographed By Chloe Arnold!
Watch the Jerry Lewis Telethon THIS Sunday! Opening Act Choreographed By Chloe Arnold!
Please watch the Jerry Lewis Telethon this Sunday 8/31/08! Choreographed by Chloe Arnold, 24 Tap dancers will take the stage to kick off this annual charity event for muscular dystrophy disease.
Below is the link to check your local listing for the station and time it is airing in your area.
We shoot LIVE, and we are the opening so please tune in. Your viewership helps support this vital cause.
Link to Local Listings- http://www.mda.org/telethon/findyourstation.html
Cast of Dancers-
Chloe Arnold
Maud Arnold
Jared Grimes
Ted Levy
Sarah Reich
Lee Howard
Matt Shields
Danny Nielson
Josette Wiggan
Melinda Sullivan
Amanda Mak
Alaman Diadhiou
Jason Rodgers
Danielle Behrens
Tiernan Tunicliffe
Michelle May
Kayla Zellars
Myasia Fox
Christopher Broughton
B'jon Carter-Burnell
Kyle Jones
Wesley Barnes
Jack Ironstone
Luke Hawkins
Please watch the Jerry Lewis Telethon this Sunday 8/31/08! Choreographed by Chloe Arnold, 24 Tap dancers will take the stage to kick off this annual charity event for muscular dystrophy disease.
Below is the link to check your local listing for the station and time it is airing in your area.
We shoot LIVE, and we are the opening so please tune in. Your viewership helps support this vital cause.
Link to Local Listings- http://www.mda.org/telethon/findyourstation.html
Cast of Dancers-
Chloe Arnold
Maud Arnold
Jared Grimes
Ted Levy
Sarah Reich
Lee Howard
Matt Shields
Danny Nielson
Josette Wiggan
Melinda Sullivan
Amanda Mak
Alaman Diadhiou
Jason Rodgers
Danielle Behrens
Tiernan Tunicliffe
Michelle May
Kayla Zellars
Myasia Fox
Christopher Broughton
B'jon Carter-Burnell
Kyle Jones
Wesley Barnes
Jack Ironstone
Luke Hawkins
Jazz Tap Live at the Joyce with Jason Samuels Smith & Chloe Arnold!
Jazz Tap Live at the Joyce with Jason Samuels Smith & Chloe Arnold!
Exclusive Engagement September 16-21, 2008
Jazz Tap Ensemble TAP ROOTS
Lynn Dally - Artistic Director
A full evening concert honoring tap heroes Bill Bojangles Robinson, John Bubbles, Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell, the Nicholas Brothers, Ann Miller, and Gene Kelly and featuring contemporary works by Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, and the word premiere of Lynn Dally's Bahia Dreams, commissioned by the Joyce for its 25th Anniversary season.
dancers: Sam Weber, Jason Samuels Smith, Chloe Arnold, Phillip Attmore, Maya Guice, Ananda Bena-Weber.
musicians: Doug Walter, piano David Dunaway, bass
Jerry Kalaf, drums Todd Anderson, saxophone
Leslie Lewis, vocals
www.jazztapensemble.org
September 16-21, 2008
TUE-WED 7:30 PM
THU-FRI 8PM
SAT 2PM & 8 PM
SUN 2PM & 7:30 PM
The Joyce Theater
1175 8th Avenue at 19th Street
Joyce Charge 212-242-0800
www.joyce.org
Exclusive Engagement September 16-21, 2008
Jazz Tap Ensemble TAP ROOTS
Lynn Dally - Artistic Director
A full evening concert honoring tap heroes Bill Bojangles Robinson, John Bubbles, Fred Astaire, Eleanor Powell, the Nicholas Brothers, Ann Miller, and Gene Kelly and featuring contemporary works by Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, and the word premiere of Lynn Dally's Bahia Dreams, commissioned by the Joyce for its 25th Anniversary season.
dancers: Sam Weber, Jason Samuels Smith, Chloe Arnold, Phillip Attmore, Maya Guice, Ananda Bena-Weber.
musicians: Doug Walter, piano David Dunaway, bass
Jerry Kalaf, drums Todd Anderson, saxophone
Leslie Lewis, vocals
www.jazztapensemble.org
September 16-21, 2008
TUE-WED 7:30 PM
THU-FRI 8PM
SAT 2PM & 8 PM
SUN 2PM & 7:30 PM
The Joyce Theater
1175 8th Avenue at 19th Street
Joyce Charge 212-242-0800
www.joyce.org
Bay Area Rhythm Exchange showcases tap dancers
Bay Area Rhythm Exchange showcases tap dancers
Rachel Howard
Thursday, August 14, 2008
John Kloss didn't discover a burgeoning tap scene in San Francisco when he arrived here in 2003. So he made one.
The lean, mustachioed tapper founded his own nonprofit, Stepology, and launched the Bay Area Tap Festival. Workshop attendance has tripled over the past three years. Kloss' festival-capping show, the Bay Area Rhythm Exchange, has grown so popular that it's been expanded to two nights this year.
"The people I bring in are artistic but also interested in the showman side of things," Kloss says. "You could plug your ears and have a great time or close your eyes and have an amazing time - but you want to keep both open."
Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, a tough, muscled alumna of "Bring In 'da Noise, Bring In 'da Funk," is "expressionistic, fierce, very clean dancing, yet very fluent," Kloss says. Sam Weber, once a fixture on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," is a gallant old-school gentleman, "very regal, very associated with the balletic side of tap." Channing Cook-Holmes "shoots from the hip with incredible musicality," while Deborah Mitchell, "more of a song and dance person," brings a "Cotton Club flavor," which makes sense, since she appeared in a film called "The Cotton Club."
"I like to put all these dancers in a pot together and see what they cook up," Kloss says.
Sophisticated innovators like Savion Glover and Jason Samuels Smith are driving tap toward an ever-more complex musicality - and a new generation of tap stars are more virtuosic than ever. "The physicality in tap is so spectacular now," Kloss says. "We make jokes about the younger dancers coming straight out of 'The Matrix.' "
Kloss himself is a little more old-fashioned, practicing "classic tap," as he calls it. He says he fell in love with tap at age 16, when he saw Gene Kelly dance to "I Got Rhythm" in the movie "An American in Paris." Kloss, 35, trained in his hometown, Chicago, site of the country's biggest tap festival, the Chicago Human Rhythm Project.
San Francisco isn't about to vie with Chicago or New York as a hot tap town, but it's getting hotter here every year thanks to Kloss, and he sees the city poised to become a crossroads for Pacific Rim hoofers. "There's so much going on in Asia, especially Japan right now," he says. "Incredibly evolved rhythm tapping there. And here on the West Coast, we're geographically prime to bring that to the U.S."
For next year's Bay Area Rhythm Exchange, he hopes to import some of that fresh Asian talent. In the meantime, he says every tap performance he dances reminds him of the excitement he felt when he first saw Kelly. "The feeling of you and the audience both completely in the moment, making it together," he says, "there's nothing like it."
8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. $19-$23. Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco. (415) 392-4400, www.stepology.com.
- Rachel Howard, 96Hours@sfchronicle.com
This article appeared on page G - 15 of the San Francisco Chronicle
Rachel Howard
Thursday, August 14, 2008
John Kloss didn't discover a burgeoning tap scene in San Francisco when he arrived here in 2003. So he made one.
The lean, mustachioed tapper founded his own nonprofit, Stepology, and launched the Bay Area Tap Festival. Workshop attendance has tripled over the past three years. Kloss' festival-capping show, the Bay Area Rhythm Exchange, has grown so popular that it's been expanded to two nights this year.
"The people I bring in are artistic but also interested in the showman side of things," Kloss says. "You could plug your ears and have a great time or close your eyes and have an amazing time - but you want to keep both open."
Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, a tough, muscled alumna of "Bring In 'da Noise, Bring In 'da Funk," is "expressionistic, fierce, very clean dancing, yet very fluent," Kloss says. Sam Weber, once a fixture on "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood," is a gallant old-school gentleman, "very regal, very associated with the balletic side of tap." Channing Cook-Holmes "shoots from the hip with incredible musicality," while Deborah Mitchell, "more of a song and dance person," brings a "Cotton Club flavor," which makes sense, since she appeared in a film called "The Cotton Club."
"I like to put all these dancers in a pot together and see what they cook up," Kloss says.
Sophisticated innovators like Savion Glover and Jason Samuels Smith are driving tap toward an ever-more complex musicality - and a new generation of tap stars are more virtuosic than ever. "The physicality in tap is so spectacular now," Kloss says. "We make jokes about the younger dancers coming straight out of 'The Matrix.' "
Kloss himself is a little more old-fashioned, practicing "classic tap," as he calls it. He says he fell in love with tap at age 16, when he saw Gene Kelly dance to "I Got Rhythm" in the movie "An American in Paris." Kloss, 35, trained in his hometown, Chicago, site of the country's biggest tap festival, the Chicago Human Rhythm Project.
San Francisco isn't about to vie with Chicago or New York as a hot tap town, but it's getting hotter here every year thanks to Kloss, and he sees the city poised to become a crossroads for Pacific Rim hoofers. "There's so much going on in Asia, especially Japan right now," he says. "Incredibly evolved rhythm tapping there. And here on the West Coast, we're geographically prime to bring that to the U.S."
For next year's Bay Area Rhythm Exchange, he hopes to import some of that fresh Asian talent. In the meantime, he says every tap performance he dances reminds him of the excitement he felt when he first saw Kelly. "The feeling of you and the audience both completely in the moment, making it together," he says, "there's nothing like it."
8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. $19-$23. Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco. (415) 392-4400, www.stepology.com.
- Rachel Howard, 96Hours@sfchronicle.com
This article appeared on page G - 15 of the San Francisco Chronicle
Dendê & Hahahaes- Original Afro-Brazilian Music
Dendê & Hahahaes
Original Afro-Brazilian Music
Friday, September 5th
9pm
DROM
85 Avenue A NYC 10009 (212)777-1157
$10 - Click Here For Tickets
http://dromnyc.com
Formed in 2002, Hãhãhães is named after the Indian tribe Pataxó-Hãhãhães that once inhabited the city of Salvador in Bahia, Brazil. Lead by master Afro-Brazilian percussionist Dendê, the beat is always central, but it is tempered by thought provoking lyrics and sweet melodies. Comprised of musicians of various backgrounds, the groups' diversity permeates its music with rhythms ranging from Nigerian Afrobeat to Brazilian Samba to Cuban Pilón.
About Dendê
A former member of Timbalada, Dendê has been performing professionally since the age of 14. With Timbalada, Dendê toured all over Brazil, Europe and Asia, appeared on various television shows and has performed and recorded with such artists as Marisa Monte, Gilberto Gil, Carlinhos Brown, Yvette Sangalo and Sepultura. Having left Brazil in 2001, Dendê now lives in New York, performing and recording with his groups Hãhãhães, an Afro-Brazilian/Afro-Cuban band, Arrastão an Afro-Brazilian percussion band and Ologundê, an Afro-Brazilian folkloric music and dance group. With these groups he has toured all over the US and Europe. In addition to his own work, he has his performed and recorded with artists such as Mongo SantamarÃa, Jerry Gonzales, Daniel Moreno, Tico da Costa, Vinicius Cantuária and Alessandra Belloni. Dendê also teaches Afro-Brazilian percussion in the New York City area.
The Band
Dende: percussion and vocals
Leslie: percussion and vocals
Adriano Santos: drums
Gustavo Dantas: guitar
Ze Grey: bass
Ze Luis: sax and flute
Original Afro-Brazilian Music
Friday, September 5th
9pm
DROM
85 Avenue A NYC 10009 (212)777-1157
$10 - Click Here For Tickets
http://dromnyc.com
Formed in 2002, Hãhãhães is named after the Indian tribe Pataxó-Hãhãhães that once inhabited the city of Salvador in Bahia, Brazil. Lead by master Afro-Brazilian percussionist Dendê, the beat is always central, but it is tempered by thought provoking lyrics and sweet melodies. Comprised of musicians of various backgrounds, the groups' diversity permeates its music with rhythms ranging from Nigerian Afrobeat to Brazilian Samba to Cuban Pilón.
About Dendê
A former member of Timbalada, Dendê has been performing professionally since the age of 14. With Timbalada, Dendê toured all over Brazil, Europe and Asia, appeared on various television shows and has performed and recorded with such artists as Marisa Monte, Gilberto Gil, Carlinhos Brown, Yvette Sangalo and Sepultura. Having left Brazil in 2001, Dendê now lives in New York, performing and recording with his groups Hãhãhães, an Afro-Brazilian/Afro-Cuban band, Arrastão an Afro-Brazilian percussion band and Ologundê, an Afro-Brazilian folkloric music and dance group. With these groups he has toured all over the US and Europe. In addition to his own work, he has his performed and recorded with artists such as Mongo SantamarÃa, Jerry Gonzales, Daniel Moreno, Tico da Costa, Vinicius Cantuária and Alessandra Belloni. Dendê also teaches Afro-Brazilian percussion in the New York City area.
The Band
Dende: percussion and vocals
Leslie: percussion and vocals
Adriano Santos: drums
Gustavo Dantas: guitar
Ze Grey: bass
Ze Luis: sax and flute
Final two weeks to see RENT --- SEE MICHELLE DORRANCE IN RENT!!!
Final two weeks to see RENT --- SEE MICHELLE DORRANCE IN RENT!!!
RENT
on Broadway
FINAL 2 WEEKS FOR RENT
On September 7, this groundbreaking musical phenomenon will reach the end of its journey.
Now is your chance to see RENT one last time. Great seats are still available for performances August 26, 28, 31 at 2pm, and September 2 and 3 at 2pm
and 8pm .
Order today or RENT is yours to miss!
RENT
on Broadway
FINAL 2 WEEKS FOR RENT
On September 7, this groundbreaking musical phenomenon will reach the end of its journey.
Now is your chance to see RENT one last time. Great seats are still available for performances August 26, 28, 31 at 2pm, and September 2 and 3 at 2pm
and 8pm .
Order today or RENT is yours to miss!
Roxane Butterfly's Upcoming Teaching Schedule
ROXANE BUTTERFLY's UPCOMING TEACHING SCHEDULE (NYC, Mineapolis, Paris)
STEPS on Broadway (74th st & Broadway)
Guest Teacher! Roxane Butterfly:
9/3-9/5 & 9/24-10/6
Basic Tap, Mon 7:00-8:00pm
Beg Tap, Mon 8:00-9:15pm
Adv Tap, Wed 4:30-6:00pm
Adv Int Tap, Thu 4:30-6:00pm & Fri 7:45-9:15pm
HEART BEAT Studio (Mineapolis)
Master-classes
Friday Oct 10th, Sat Oct 11th, Sund Oct 12th
HARMONIC Studio (5 passage des Taillandiers, Paris 11eme)
Sunday Oct 26th, 14h30-17h: int/adv
• CONFERENCE
ROXANE BUTTERFLY's WORLDBEATS will be attending WOMEX
October 29th- Nov 2nd
Seville, Spain
www.womex.com
• TAP-BOOTS
The Roxane Butterfly's Tap Boots are now on sale (see flyer attached). Made in Spain !
• VIDEOS
Videos of Roxane Butterfly's Worldbeats will be available at the above workshops.
If you cannot attend and wish to receive one, contact Roxane via email.
Visit www.myspace.com/roxanebutterfly for new videos!
Roxane Butterfly's Worldbeats
Spain: +34 651 684 430
USA: +1 212 636 9584
http://worldbeats.free.fr
Watch our last videos!
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID#832553
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID!532320
STEPS on Broadway (74th st & Broadway)
Guest Teacher! Roxane Butterfly:
9/3-9/5 & 9/24-10/6
Basic Tap, Mon 7:00-8:00pm
Beg Tap, Mon 8:00-9:15pm
Adv Tap, Wed 4:30-6:00pm
Adv Int Tap, Thu 4:30-6:00pm & Fri 7:45-9:15pm
HEART BEAT Studio (Mineapolis)
Master-classes
Friday Oct 10th, Sat Oct 11th, Sund Oct 12th
HARMONIC Studio (5 passage des Taillandiers, Paris 11eme)
Sunday Oct 26th, 14h30-17h: int/adv
• CONFERENCE
ROXANE BUTTERFLY's WORLDBEATS will be attending WOMEX
October 29th- Nov 2nd
Seville, Spain
www.womex.com
• TAP-BOOTS
The Roxane Butterfly's Tap Boots are now on sale (see flyer attached). Made in Spain !
• VIDEOS
Videos of Roxane Butterfly's Worldbeats will be available at the above workshops.
If you cannot attend and wish to receive one, contact Roxane via email.
Visit www.myspace.com/roxanebutterfly for new videos!
Roxane Butterfly's Worldbeats
Spain: +34 651 684 430
USA: +1 212 636 9584
http://worldbeats.free.fr
Watch our last videos!
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID#832553
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&VideoID!532320
Broadway Underground September 8th
WE ARE BACK
ALWAYS NEW!
ALWAYS FRESH!
ALWAYS A GOOD TIME!
BROADWAY UNDERGROUND
Monday
September 8
8:00pm
at
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill 237 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
________________________________________
TICKETS $12.50
at
Gold Star
http://www.goldstar.com/events/new-york-city-ny/broadway-underground.html#close
or
$25 at the door
Starring
Jared Grimes & DeWitt Fleming, Jr.
The BU Band
T.A.D.A.H.
new guest artists
&
THE OPEN SESSION
________________________________________
What people are saying abut Broadway Underground...
"Fabulously entertaining. Some of the most electrifying tap dancing I've ever seen by young energetic performers. Other dance performances highly unique. Very funny hosts. Great blackened catfish."
"This was a joyous event. Once it started, it moved wondrously. You could tell by the smiles on the faces with eyes glued to the stage that everyone was loving the show, full of dancers and musicians."
"You got to be there to feel it!! This time I did girls nite out, ages 3 - 70, and everyone couldn't stop talking about it. Will be there to support Broadway Underground again, and again."
ALWAYS NEW!
ALWAYS FRESH!
ALWAYS A GOOD TIME!
BROADWAY UNDERGROUND
Monday
September 8
8:00pm
at
B.B. King Blues Club and Grill 237 West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036
________________________________________
TICKETS $12.50
at
Gold Star
http://www.goldstar.com/events/new-york-city-ny/broadway-underground.html#close
or
$25 at the door
Starring
Jared Grimes & DeWitt Fleming, Jr.
The BU Band
T.A.D.A.H.
new guest artists
&
THE OPEN SESSION
________________________________________
What people are saying abut Broadway Underground...
"Fabulously entertaining. Some of the most electrifying tap dancing I've ever seen by young energetic performers. Other dance performances highly unique. Very funny hosts. Great blackened catfish."
"This was a joyous event. Once it started, it moved wondrously. You could tell by the smiles on the faces with eyes glued to the stage that everyone was loving the show, full of dancers and musicians."
"You got to be there to feel it!! This time I did girls nite out, ages 3 - 70, and everyone couldn't stop talking about it. Will be there to support Broadway Underground again, and again."
Don't miss DeWitt Fleming in Solitary Confinement
Hello all. I hope you are all well. I'm doing a play September 5 and 6, 2008 in New York. It's about a kid who kills his stepfather after being molested by him for several years. When he gets older he writes a book about it. So the play is essentially about how the family deals with everything that's going on, and that went on. I play the guys older brother. So come check it out. The info is below.
DeWitt
Solitary Confinement
Friday Sept.5th & Saturday Sept. 6th 8:00 pm
The Producer's Club
Crowne Theater
358 West 44th Street
New York, N.Y
Between 8th and 9th Ave.
General admission - $20.00
For Reservation call (917)-557-5721 or email solitary111@gmail.com
DeWitt
Solitary Confinement
Friday Sept.5th & Saturday Sept. 6th 8:00 pm
The Producer's Club
Crowne Theater
358 West 44th Street
New York, N.Y
Between 8th and 9th Ave.
General admission - $20.00
For Reservation call (917)-557-5721 or email solitary111@gmail.com
A Message from Brian "Footwork" Green
NY!! SEPTEBMER 4! HOUSE DANCE CONFERENCE!! POPPING CONTEST! $800! JAZZY J, SHALLOW, and more TBA! READ ALL!!
GOD BLESS ALL!!
In thought of so many OGs getting up in age and physically not doing well. We have a great LEGENDARY HOUSE DJ CAMACHO, who has been dealing with diabetes for many years. He has now suffered a 3rd stroke, and needs help. We are taking donations at the door of the HDC for the next three months to help him and his family in this trying time.
Info below:
EVENT: HOUSE DANCE CHRISTIANS ( conference)
DATE: SEPTEMBER 4, 2008
DJs: Djs BRIAN COX ( House and House Classics)
DOC for the BREAKS ( mostly played b4 the contest), Hip-hop, Classics $ more..
SHOW: EXHIBITION OF ART BY SOLE hosted by KITO!!!
SHOW TIME: midnight
CONTEST: POPPING
TIME: 1am
JUDGES: JAZZY J, and more TBA
PRIZE: $800
TIME: 1am SHARP NO EXCUSES
ADDRESS: 27 Park Place between Broadway and Chambers
DOOR: 10pm-4am
INVESTMENT: 15 with flyer and $20 without
www.myspace. com/housedanceco nference (popular event for all dance styles)
www.housedanceconfe rence (home website of the event for basic info!! Site changing soon!)
www.23prime. com/worldsoul for bookings
www.eliteforcecrew. com. for bookings
www.kr3ts.com. for booking
www.23prime. com. ( CPD PLUS) for bookings
www.style2ouf. com ( french dance website for the world of urban dance)
www.juste-debout. com ( french dance website for the world of urban dance)
www.mrwiggleshiphop .net ( U.S. website for history of Funk,Hip-hop, and urban related dance styles)
www.housedancer. com (U.S. website focusing on House culture)
www.freetylesession .com (U.S. website/event focusing on Hip-hop and Funk styles culture)
www.bboysummit ( U.S. website/event focusing on Hip-hop and Funk styles culture)
www.KR3ts (U.S. website/event/ children foundation for kids in the Barrio!!)
www.dance-unity. com ( Funkstyles in Germany website).
www.breaklife. com (bboy website of Ken swift and 7 gems, and more.).
www.cypherstyles. com
www.themovementfoun dation.com ( House/Hip-hop dance and information website!!)
T-SHIRTS and clothes to help children in NIGER through the MAMATCHI organization will be sold at the HDC!! PLEASE DONT FORGET TO SUPPORT!! ALL MONEY GOES TO THEM!!
HDC!! CONSTANTLY BRINGING YOU THE TRUTH IN ALL DANCE STYLES!! WITH TRUE SUPPORT OF THE PEOPLE!! NO SPONSORS!! STILL PAYING THE PEOPLE!! WITH JUDGES THAT KNOW THEIR STYLES!! TRYING TO MAKE PEOPLE LEARN THAT YOU CAN MAKE YOUR OWN HOLLYWOOD!! STOP COMPLAINING and SUPPORTING THE INDUSTRIES/EVENTS THAT GIVE YOU WHAT YOU DONT WANT!! MAKE YOUR OWN THANG and SUPPORT THOSE THAT ARE DOING IT BEFORE YOU DO!! THIS WILL HELP BRING FORTH WHAT YOU WANT and WE CAN ALL BENEFIT THE RIGHT WAY!! SEE ALL THERE!!
GOD BLESS ALL and KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS DAY and NIGHT,
Brian
GOD BLESS ALL!!
In thought of so many OGs getting up in age and physically not doing well. We have a great LEGENDARY HOUSE DJ CAMACHO, who has been dealing with diabetes for many years. He has now suffered a 3rd stroke, and needs help. We are taking donations at the door of the HDC for the next three months to help him and his family in this trying time.
Info below:
EVENT: HOUSE DANCE CHRISTIANS ( conference)
DATE: SEPTEMBER 4, 2008
DJs: Djs BRIAN COX ( House and House Classics)
DOC for the BREAKS ( mostly played b4 the contest), Hip-hop, Classics $ more..
SHOW: EXHIBITION OF ART BY SOLE hosted by KITO!!!
SHOW TIME: midnight
CONTEST: POPPING
TIME: 1am
JUDGES: JAZZY J, and more TBA
PRIZE: $800
TIME: 1am SHARP NO EXCUSES
ADDRESS: 27 Park Place between Broadway and Chambers
DOOR: 10pm-4am
INVESTMENT: 15 with flyer and $20 without
www.myspace. com/housedanceco nference (popular event for all dance styles)
www.housedanceconfe rence (home website of the event for basic info!! Site changing soon!)
www.23prime. com/worldsoul for bookings
www.eliteforcecrew. com. for bookings
www.kr3ts.com. for booking
www.23prime. com. ( CPD PLUS) for bookings
www.style2ouf. com ( french dance website for the world of urban dance)
www.juste-debout. com ( french dance website for the world of urban dance)
www.mrwiggleshiphop .net ( U.S. website for history of Funk,Hip-hop, and urban related dance styles)
www.housedancer. com (U.S. website focusing on House culture)
www.freetylesession .com (U.S. website/event focusing on Hip-hop and Funk styles culture)
www.bboysummit ( U.S. website/event focusing on Hip-hop and Funk styles culture)
www.KR3ts (U.S. website/event/ children foundation for kids in the Barrio!!)
www.dance-unity. com ( Funkstyles in Germany website).
www.breaklife. com (bboy website of Ken swift and 7 gems, and more.).
www.cypherstyles. com
www.themovementfoun dation.com ( House/Hip-hop dance and information website!!)
T-SHIRTS and clothes to help children in NIGER through the MAMATCHI organization will be sold at the HDC!! PLEASE DONT FORGET TO SUPPORT!! ALL MONEY GOES TO THEM!!
HDC!! CONSTANTLY BRINGING YOU THE TRUTH IN ALL DANCE STYLES!! WITH TRUE SUPPORT OF THE PEOPLE!! NO SPONSORS!! STILL PAYING THE PEOPLE!! WITH JUDGES THAT KNOW THEIR STYLES!! TRYING TO MAKE PEOPLE LEARN THAT YOU CAN MAKE YOUR OWN HOLLYWOOD!! STOP COMPLAINING and SUPPORTING THE INDUSTRIES/EVENTS THAT GIVE YOU WHAT YOU DONT WANT!! MAKE YOUR OWN THANG and SUPPORT THOSE THAT ARE DOING IT BEFORE YOU DO!! THIS WILL HELP BRING FORTH WHAT YOU WANT and WE CAN ALL BENEFIT THE RIGHT WAY!! SEE ALL THERE!!
GOD BLESS ALL and KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS DAY and NIGHT,
Brian
Tap Happenings from ATDF
ATDF Youth Classes
Open Houses
Drop in and celebrate the start of the ATDF fall term. Kids and teens of all ages are welcome -- no experience and no tap shoes required.
FREE!
• Take a free sample tap class
• Performances by our Tap City Youth Ensemble
• Meet our teachers and register for classes!
Wednesday, September 3, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Sunday, September 7, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Thursday, September 11, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Saturday, September 13, 10:30 - 11:30 am
At Chelsea Studios
151 West 26th Street, 5th & 6th Floors
between 6th & 7th Avenues
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Classes begin September 14
The ATDF classes offer children and teens a chance to become immersed in tap culture. Fundamentals of rhythm tap, clean technique, classic and contemporary tap repertory, improvisation skills, plus tap history, films, and jazz music deepen students' appreciation of this great American art form.
We have even more class offerings this year! Visit ATDF Youth Programs for full information.
• Year-Round Classes for Kids ages 5+ and Teens
• All levels beginner through advanced
• Creative Rhythms Pre-Tap for 3 ½ - 4 year olds
• Performance Opportunities
• First class is always FREE!
All classes held at Chelsea Studios:
151 W. 26th St. on the 5th & 6th Floor
between 6th & 7th Aves.
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Tap City Youth Ensemble Audition
Sunday, September 7th
Audition for intermediate and advanced tap dancers ages 11 - 19.
Pre-registration required. Visit Tap City Youth Ensemble for information.
Audition held at: Chelsea Studios
151 W. 26th St.
between 6th & 7th Aves.
"Past and future come together . . . in the recently formed Tap City Youth Ensemble, which performs classic routines like the Copasetics' "Chair Dance" with brash adolescent energy" (Star-Ledger).
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Year Round Adult Tap Classes
* Advanced Tap Technique for Adults and Teens *
Sundays 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Advanced Technique is taught by a rotating roster of guest master teachers with a focus on technique, rudiments, repertory and honing advanced rhythm tap skills. Master faculty will include Chloe Arnold, Roxanne Butterfly, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, DeWitt Fleming, Jared Grimes, Kendrick Jones, Margaret Morrison, Carson Murphy, Max Pollak, Olivia Rosenkrantz, Lynn Schwab, Melinda Sullivan, Tony Waag and more. Drop-ins welcome or register for the year. Visit Adult Programs for schedule of teachers and tuition.
Classes held at Chelsea Studios: 151 W 26th St
* 4 week workshop with Brenda Bufalino *
Wednesdays 12:00 - 2:00 pm
September 17 & 24 October 1 & 8
Tap Technique & Repertory: Intermediate/Advanced
Visit Adult Programs for tuition information.
Classes held at Stepping Out Studios: 37 W 26th St, 9 fl
* Beginning Tap for Adults and Teens *
Sundays 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Thursdays 6:15 - 7:30 pm
If you can walk you can tap dance! Develop your rhythm skills and have fun dancing in an encouraging and supportive environment.
Visit Adult Programs for teacher information and tuition.
Classes held at Chelsea Studios: 151 W 26th St
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Weekend Master Tap Intensives:
Take it to the Stage
Tony Waag and Chloe Arnold bring you the Ultimate Tap Choreography experience! Work intensively with today's top Teachers/Choreographers as they create new tap works to be premiered in New York City. The weekend consists of two intensive choreography sessions on Saturday and Sunday and ends with an audition for an Off-Broadway Show -- Tony Waag's Sound Check Concert Series in February of 2009 -- and a chance to perform at Tap City at the world famous Joyce Theater in July of 2009.
Oct. 11 & 12, Nov. 8 & 9, Dec. 6 & 7 2008
January 10 & 11, 2009
Visit Master Tap Intensives soon for Teachers & details
There will be no ATDF Winter Tap Intensive in February 2009. Join us for the Weekend Master Tap Intensives instead!
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Upcoming Performances
* Tap City On Tour *
Romania
September 24 - October 6, 2008
Produced by the U.S. State Department in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy Romania. Dancers include DeWitt Fleming, Derick K. Grant, Margaret Morrison, Karen Callaway Williams, & Tony Waag.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Independence Park Theatre
November 14, 2008: Performance (7:30 pm)
November 15, 2008: Performance (7:30 pm)
Beaufort, South Carolina
USC-Beaufort Performing Arts Center
April 18, 2009: Performance (8 pm)
Sound Check Performance Series *
February 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 2009
Judson Memorial Church
55 Washington Square South, New York City
more details available in September....
Open Houses
Drop in and celebrate the start of the ATDF fall term. Kids and teens of all ages are welcome -- no experience and no tap shoes required.
FREE!
• Take a free sample tap class
• Performances by our Tap City Youth Ensemble
• Meet our teachers and register for classes!
Wednesday, September 3, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Sunday, September 7, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Thursday, September 11, 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Saturday, September 13, 10:30 - 11:30 am
At Chelsea Studios
151 West 26th Street, 5th & 6th Floors
between 6th & 7th Avenues
----------------------------------------
Classes begin September 14
The ATDF classes offer children and teens a chance to become immersed in tap culture. Fundamentals of rhythm tap, clean technique, classic and contemporary tap repertory, improvisation skills, plus tap history, films, and jazz music deepen students' appreciation of this great American art form.
We have even more class offerings this year! Visit ATDF Youth Programs for full information.
• Year-Round Classes for Kids ages 5+ and Teens
• All levels beginner through advanced
• Creative Rhythms Pre-Tap for 3 ½ - 4 year olds
• Performance Opportunities
• First class is always FREE!
All classes held at Chelsea Studios:
151 W. 26th St. on the 5th & 6th Floor
between 6th & 7th Aves.
----------------------------------------
Tap City Youth Ensemble Audition
Sunday, September 7th
Audition for intermediate and advanced tap dancers ages 11 - 19.
Pre-registration required. Visit Tap City Youth Ensemble for information.
Audition held at: Chelsea Studios
151 W. 26th St.
between 6th & 7th Aves.
"Past and future come together . . . in the recently formed Tap City Youth Ensemble, which performs classic routines like the Copasetics' "Chair Dance" with brash adolescent energy" (Star-Ledger).
----------------------------------------
Year Round Adult Tap Classes
* Advanced Tap Technique for Adults and Teens *
Sundays 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Advanced Technique is taught by a rotating roster of guest master teachers with a focus on technique, rudiments, repertory and honing advanced rhythm tap skills. Master faculty will include Chloe Arnold, Roxanne Butterfly, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, DeWitt Fleming, Jared Grimes, Kendrick Jones, Margaret Morrison, Carson Murphy, Max Pollak, Olivia Rosenkrantz, Lynn Schwab, Melinda Sullivan, Tony Waag and more. Drop-ins welcome or register for the year. Visit Adult Programs for schedule of teachers and tuition.
Classes held at Chelsea Studios: 151 W 26th St
* 4 week workshop with Brenda Bufalino *
Wednesdays 12:00 - 2:00 pm
September 17 & 24 October 1 & 8
Tap Technique & Repertory: Intermediate/Advanced
Visit Adult Programs for tuition information.
Classes held at Stepping Out Studios: 37 W 26th St, 9 fl
* Beginning Tap for Adults and Teens *
Sundays 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Thursdays 6:15 - 7:30 pm
If you can walk you can tap dance! Develop your rhythm skills and have fun dancing in an encouraging and supportive environment.
Visit Adult Programs for teacher information and tuition.
Classes held at Chelsea Studios: 151 W 26th St
----------------------------------------
Weekend Master Tap Intensives:
Take it to the Stage
Tony Waag and Chloe Arnold bring you the Ultimate Tap Choreography experience! Work intensively with today's top Teachers/Choreographers as they create new tap works to be premiered in New York City. The weekend consists of two intensive choreography sessions on Saturday and Sunday and ends with an audition for an Off-Broadway Show -- Tony Waag's Sound Check Concert Series in February of 2009 -- and a chance to perform at Tap City at the world famous Joyce Theater in July of 2009.
Oct. 11 & 12, Nov. 8 & 9, Dec. 6 & 7 2008
January 10 & 11, 2009
Visit Master Tap Intensives soon for Teachers & details
There will be no ATDF Winter Tap Intensive in February 2009. Join us for the Weekend Master Tap Intensives instead!
----------------------------------------
Upcoming Performances
* Tap City On Tour *
Romania
September 24 - October 6, 2008
Produced by the U.S. State Department in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy Romania. Dancers include DeWitt Fleming, Derick K. Grant, Margaret Morrison, Karen Callaway Williams, & Tony Waag.
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Independence Park Theatre
November 14, 2008: Performance (7:30 pm)
November 15, 2008: Performance (7:30 pm)
Beaufort, South Carolina
USC-Beaufort Performing Arts Center
April 18, 2009: Performance (8 pm)
Sound Check Performance Series *
February 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 2009
Judson Memorial Church
55 Washington Square South, New York City
more details available in September....
The Bronx Museum to Present A B-Girl Dance Competition
The Bronx Museum to Present A B-Girl Dance Competition
** MEDIA ALERT **
BOOGIE DOWN WITH THE BRONX MUSEUM FOR
A "B-GIRL" DANCE COMPETITION!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 AT 2PM
WHAT: Join The Bronx Museum for an afternoon dance competition co-organized with Full Circle Productions. B-Girl City in NYC features a one-on-one b-girl battle, a one-on-one b-boy battle, "three's company" battle (two girls and one guy), a kids' crew battle, a word of mouth battle, a b-girl fashion show, and much more. DJ's will be spinning the entire afternoon and into the evening. Free admission!
For more information, please visit www.bronxmuseum.org
WHEN: Saturday, September 13, 2:00 – 8:00pm
WHERE: The Bronx Museum of the Arts
South Building—Lower Gallery
1040 Grand Concourse (at 165th Street)
Bronx, NY
CONTACT: Camille Wanliss, Director of Marketing, (718) 681-6000, ext.120 or
cwanliss@bronxmuseum.org
** MEDIA ALERT **
BOOGIE DOWN WITH THE BRONX MUSEUM FOR
A "B-GIRL" DANCE COMPETITION!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 AT 2PM
WHAT: Join The Bronx Museum for an afternoon dance competition co-organized with Full Circle Productions. B-Girl City in NYC features a one-on-one b-girl battle, a one-on-one b-boy battle, "three's company" battle (two girls and one guy), a kids' crew battle, a word of mouth battle, a b-girl fashion show, and much more. DJ's will be spinning the entire afternoon and into the evening. Free admission!
For more information, please visit www.bronxmuseum.org
WHEN: Saturday, September 13, 2:00 – 8:00pm
WHERE: The Bronx Museum of the Arts
South Building—Lower Gallery
1040 Grand Concourse (at 165th Street)
Bronx, NY
CONTACT: Camille Wanliss, Director of Marketing, (718) 681-6000, ext.120 or
cwanliss@bronxmuseum.org
News from Upstate Dance & Arts Center
News from Upstate Dance & Arts Center
Dear All -
Updates! Updates! Updates!
Open House!! We will hold our annual open house this Friday, August 29th 2:00pm - 8:00pm and Saturday, August 30th 9:00am - 1:00pm at our studio location. Please stop by to ask questions, see our space, or just visit! We will also be registering students and finalizing our class schedules at this time. We hope to see you there!
As previously sent out, there is a benefit performance of "The Circle of Life" next Saturday, September 6th! This is a Disney musical for the whole family... if you can join us, we would love to see you. Tickets are $15 each and all profits will be going to dance scholarships and CHOW. Please visit http://www.waitwhat.com/index.php/Circle for more information on how to buy tickets and when to show up. Join us for this enchanted evening of Disney inspired entertainment.
Our regular classes will start back up the second week of September. Please visit during our open house if you have questions. As always, you can also call or email us.
New intensives, workshops, and productions are in the works! If you have ideas or wish to volunteer, please let us know!!
See you all in the coming year!
Best Wishes,
Miss Susie
Susan Schneider
UDAC Owner & Choreographic Director
Upstate Dance & Arts Center
2901 East Wayne Street
Endwell, NY 13760
www.UDAC.biz
udacenter@yahoo.com
(607) 427-8601
Dear All -
Updates! Updates! Updates!
Open House!! We will hold our annual open house this Friday, August 29th 2:00pm - 8:00pm and Saturday, August 30th 9:00am - 1:00pm at our studio location. Please stop by to ask questions, see our space, or just visit! We will also be registering students and finalizing our class schedules at this time. We hope to see you there!
As previously sent out, there is a benefit performance of "The Circle of Life" next Saturday, September 6th! This is a Disney musical for the whole family... if you can join us, we would love to see you. Tickets are $15 each and all profits will be going to dance scholarships and CHOW. Please visit http://www.waitwhat.com/index.php/Circle for more information on how to buy tickets and when to show up. Join us for this enchanted evening of Disney inspired entertainment.
Our regular classes will start back up the second week of September. Please visit during our open house if you have questions. As always, you can also call or email us.
New intensives, workshops, and productions are in the works! If you have ideas or wish to volunteer, please let us know!!
See you all in the coming year!
Best Wishes,
Miss Susie
Susan Schneider
UDAC Owner & Choreographic Director
Upstate Dance & Arts Center
2901 East Wayne Street
Endwell, NY 13760
www.UDAC.biz
udacenter@yahoo.com
(607) 427-8601
Ailey & Ellington: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Ailey & Ellington: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
Be among the first to get tickets for a thrilling live jazz event!
Ailey & Ellington: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
For one extraordinary week only, December 17-21, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra will join with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for a live music celebration of America's two great art forms - modern dance and jazz music.
Featuring two programs full of Duke Ellington's most glorious orchestrations for dance, this special week is a highlight of Ailey's 50th anniversary season at New York City Center, December 3 through January 4.
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, September 2. Buy early for the best seat selection and save 20% when you purchase tickets to two or more performances!
Both programs will also feature live music for Alvin Ailey's masterpiece Revelations, performed by the Riverside Church Inspirational Choir andconducted by Eric Reed.
Be among the first to get tickets for a thrilling live jazz event!
Ailey & Ellington: Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
For one extraordinary week only, December 17-21, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra will join with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for a live music celebration of America's two great art forms - modern dance and jazz music.
Featuring two programs full of Duke Ellington's most glorious orchestrations for dance, this special week is a highlight of Ailey's 50th anniversary season at New York City Center, December 3 through January 4.
Tickets go on sale Tuesday, September 2. Buy early for the best seat selection and save 20% when you purchase tickets to two or more performances!
Both programs will also feature live music for Alvin Ailey's masterpiece Revelations, performed by the Riverside Church Inspirational Choir andconducted by Eric Reed.
Jane Goldberg's Shoot Me While I'm Happy
Jane Goldberg's Shoot Me While I'm Happy: Memories from the Tap Goddess of the Lower East Side, with foreword by the late Gregory Hines, has just been published. The book is available in hardback or paperback.
If you order through www.janegoldberg.org, you will receive the limited edition bonus DVD.
Get your copy while supplies last!
In rhythm and schmooze,
Jane Goldberg, Director
Changing Times Tap Dancing Company, Inc.
LIMITED EDITION!!!!!
A bonus DVD with By Word of Foot: Tap Masters Pass On Their Tradition (1980) plus excerpts of Rhythm & Schmooze will be included, if you order the book through www.janegoldberg.org!
About the book...
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This is not a history of tap dancing. It is one determined woman's highly personal account of falling in love with and living the tap life. One of the linchpins behind the Great Tap Revival of the 1970s and 80s, Jane Goldberg tracked down, studied with, and performed alongside some of the tap greats of the twentieth century. In the process, she came up with a genre all her own Rhythm & Schmooze.
A romantic, Goldberg thought tap dancing would provide the most direct route to finding a partner like Fred Astaire. It did not, she discovered quickly. What she did discover, however, were her happy feet. Those feet, combined with great tenacity and endless curiosity, led her to ferret out a generation of show biz hoofers who had involuntarily gone underground. Shoot Me While I m Happy the title comes from an old vaudeville expression captures a wealth of memories both wacky and touching.
About Jane Goldberg...
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
One of the people who had a tremendous impact (on tap) was Jane Goldberg. Sometimes I think she single-footedly brought tap back to the city . . . Jane Goldberg presents people actually showed up! And we in the community felt that someone was actually looking
- The Late Gregory Hines
Jane Goldberg's memoir is like one of her famous tap-dance performances. It is easy, breezy, fast-moving, exciting, funny. You will learn things about tap and Jane that you cannot get simply by watching her on-stage.
- Howard Zinn, Professor Emeritus, Boston University
Contact Information
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Jane Goldberg, Director
Changing Times Tap Dancing Company, Inc.
310 Greenwich Street #13K
New York, NY 10013
Phone: (212) 393-1182
Website: www.janegoldberg.org
If you order through www.janegoldberg.org, you will receive the limited edition bonus DVD.
Get your copy while supplies last!
In rhythm and schmooze,
Jane Goldberg, Director
Changing Times Tap Dancing Company, Inc.
LIMITED EDITION!!!!!
A bonus DVD with By Word of Foot: Tap Masters Pass On Their Tradition (1980) plus excerpts of Rhythm & Schmooze will be included, if you order the book through www.janegoldberg.org!
About the book...
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
This is not a history of tap dancing. It is one determined woman's highly personal account of falling in love with and living the tap life. One of the linchpins behind the Great Tap Revival of the 1970s and 80s, Jane Goldberg tracked down, studied with, and performed alongside some of the tap greats of the twentieth century. In the process, she came up with a genre all her own Rhythm & Schmooze.
A romantic, Goldberg thought tap dancing would provide the most direct route to finding a partner like Fred Astaire. It did not, she discovered quickly. What she did discover, however, were her happy feet. Those feet, combined with great tenacity and endless curiosity, led her to ferret out a generation of show biz hoofers who had involuntarily gone underground. Shoot Me While I m Happy the title comes from an old vaudeville expression captures a wealth of memories both wacky and touching.
About Jane Goldberg...
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
One of the people who had a tremendous impact (on tap) was Jane Goldberg. Sometimes I think she single-footedly brought tap back to the city . . . Jane Goldberg presents people actually showed up! And we in the community felt that someone was actually looking
- The Late Gregory Hines
Jane Goldberg's memoir is like one of her famous tap-dance performances. It is easy, breezy, fast-moving, exciting, funny. You will learn things about tap and Jane that you cannot get simply by watching her on-stage.
- Howard Zinn, Professor Emeritus, Boston University
Contact Information
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Jane Goldberg, Director
Changing Times Tap Dancing Company, Inc.
310 Greenwich Street #13K
New York, NY 10013
Phone: (212) 393-1182
Website: www.janegoldberg.org
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