Past Events/Classes/Workshops/Performances

February 24, 1986
Tap Jam & Presentation
Tap Works Studio (611 Broadway #624)
Presentation with the Amy Duncan Trio and featured tap dancers Brenda Bufalino, Tony Waag, Michael “Toes” Tiranoff and Margaret Morrison. Guest artists included Charles "Cookie" Cook, Louis “Hawk” Hawkins, Tina Pratt, guitarist Douglas Lovelace and vocalist Pat Tortorici.

June, 1986
Presentation/Video Taping
Michael Bennett Studios (890 Broadway)
Prior to ATDO's first performance for the Harbor Festival in Battery Park, an informal video taping with an invited audience was presented. 12 dancers, 2 vocalists, 4 musicians, & guest artists: Charles "Cookie" Cook, Buster Brown and Tina Pratt.

July 4, 5, 6, 1986
Harbor Festival
Six performances at the Battery Park Salute to the Statue of Liberty. ATDO performed out of doors before audiences of thousands. Guest soloists included the late Charles "Cookie" Cook, the late Buster Brown and Tina Pratt.

September 28, 1986
42nd Street River to River Festival
Tap Jam from the steps of the New York Public Library at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street
The orchestra performed on a specially designed tap stage as part of the opening ceremonies of the 42nd Street Festival. They were joined during the performance by Ginger Rogers.

March 13-15, 1987
The Hudson Guild Theatre
The Four Seasons/Jazz Version
A premiere performance of an adaptation of Vivaldi's tribute to nature. The Four Seasons/Jazz Version captured the many styles of jazz music and tap dancing superimposed against the changing moods of the seasons. It was conceived and written by Louise Tiranoff, directed by Pulitzer Prize recipient Edward Cornell, with original music by Grammy Award winner Benny Golson. It was choreographed by Brenda Bufalino and it starred the late Charles "Honi" Coles.

May, 1987
OBIE Awards
The ATDO was one of two artistic groups asked to perform during this prestigious Off Broadway award show at the Ritz Theatre. They performed two numbers. 

July 28, 1987
New York Telephone Jazz Festival
Two lunch time performances out of doors at New York Telephone Plaza.
Part of an annual jazz series.

August 8, 1987
Lincoln Center "Out of Doors" Festival
The ATDO was a major element in an entire day devoted to tap, performing a panoply of dances in front of the Lincoln Center fountain in the main plaza. 

Dec. 5, 7, 1987
The Cotton Club Benefit Performance
This black tie event, held at the legendary Cotton Club featured guest performances by some of America's great tap masters including Jimmy Slyde and the Copasetics. Other performers included Bill Irwin, Michael Mochen, Bob Berky, Robert Duvall, and Jazz pianist Barry Harris. The event was co chaired by Charles "Honi" Cole and Tommy Tune. The December 5th performance was created and designed specifically with students in mind. Reaching a younger audience and introducing them to Jazz Rhythm Tap.

April 16, 1988
Wilson Concert Hall
A full length tap concert at Glassboro State College in Glassboro, New Jersey. This two hour performance included the premiere of two new works: "That's Jazz Suite" and "Inspired by Gershwin". 

April 25, 1988
Tap Jam & Presentation
Tap Works Studio (611 Broadway #624)
ATDO performed with Darrell Grant on piano 

June 3, 1988
ATDO Presentation for Booking Agents Group
One Acting Co., Inc. (420 West 42nd St.)
The ATDO organized a special performance in which potential agents, benefactors, and board members attended. This one hour presentation was attended by approximately 45 people with 13 agencies represented. 

June 7, 1988
Tap Jam & Presentation
Tap Works Studio (611 Broadway #624)
ATDO Jam with Darrell Grant on piano and Tarik Shah on Bass. An informal Clog dance performance by ATDO dancer Ira Bernstein. 

June 17, 1988
Central Park "Summerstage" Series
As part of the International Festival of The Arts, the ATDO opened the Summer Stage Series at the Naumberg Bandshell in Central Park. The group premiered two new works, "Inspired by Gershwin" and the "All Jazz Suite", which were very well received by a large and enthusiastic crowd. The evening also included performances by Lenny Pickett and the Borneo Horns and the Persuasions. 

October 23, 1988
Columbus Dance Workshop
Four featured dancers from The American Tap Orchestra, performed ATDO material in a full length concert at the North High School
Auditorium in Columbus, Indiana. This was a collaboration between ATDO and NYC Tapworks. 

November 7, 1988
Tap Jam & Presentation
Tap Works Studio (611 Broadway #624)
ATDO Jam with David Leonhardt on piano and a presentation by tap dancer Jerry Ames 

November, 1988
PBS "Great Performances"
The American Tap Dance Orchestra was featured in a "Dance in America" special on tap dance for channel 13's Great Performances. This program entitled "Tap Dance in America" was aired in March of 1989. Other featured artists included Gregory Hines, Tommy Tune, Jimmy Slyde, Buster Brown, Bunny Briggs, Sandman Simms, and Savion Glover. 

December 19, 1988
Tap Jam
Tap Works Studio (611 Broadway #624)
Laurent De Wilde on piano, Tarik Shah on Bass & David Jernigan on Guitar. 

January 30, 1989
Tap Jam & Performance
Tap Works Studio (611 Broadway #624)
ATDO showcased new works by choreographer Brenda Bufalino then hosted an open jam. Guest artists included Buster Brown and Chuck Green. Jim Roberts on the piano.

March 17, 1989
Airing of PBS "Great Performances"
(See November 1988) 

March 20, 1989
Tap Jam
Tap Works Studio (611 Broadway #624)
Hosted by ATDO, this open tap jam was a send off and goodbye to Tap Works Studio. 

April 8, 1989
2nd Annual NYC Festival of Percussive Dance
The ATDO was featured in this full length concert produced by Ten Toe Percussion at Symphony Space Theatre, NYC. Other artists included soloists Brenda Bufalino, Keith Terry and Ira Bernstein. 

April 15, 1989
29th Annual Metropolitan Opera Ball
Benefit for the Metropolitan Opera Assoc.
ATDO was the featured talent for this gala honoring the USA and its contributions to music and opera at the Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center, NYC. 

May 5, 1989
"Touch, Turn, Return"
Choreographer Brenda Bufalino and Composer Carman Moore collaborated on this contemporary tap concerto created for the ATDO ensemble and premiered it at Judson Memorial Church, NYC. 

May 8, 1989
LAMBDA Benefit
An evening commemorating Lambda Legal Defense and educational Fund, Inc., its 15th Anniversary celebration presented at Town Hall, NYC. 

May 22, 1989
Lecture & Demonstration
Funded by the Queens Council on the Arts, the ATDO presented an hour lecture and performance at P.S. 164 in Kew Gardens, Queens. 

May 22, 1989
National Tap Dance Day
ATDO members were among guests to perform at a benefit for Black Patty Project, a New York City organization that preserves rare footage of Jazz in Film. 

June 13, 1989
Press Party
The American Tap Dance Orchestra was invited to perform at LOLA Restaurant which inspired a series of tap performances on Friday and Saturday evenings in August and September by other local tap soloists and companies.

June 21, 1989
"Fete de la Musique"
Out door concert in celebration of the Bicentennial of the French Revolution. Presented by The New York International Festival of the Arts and the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council. Guest artists with the ATDO: Dianne Walker, Jimmy Slyde and Savion Glover. 

June 21, 1989
National Fitness Foundation Awards
ATDO was the featured performing group for this benefit for the National Fitness Foundation at the Grand Ballroom in the Waldorf Astoria Hotel, NYC. 

September 3, 1989
Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon
ATDO was flown to Las Vegas, Nevada to perform live on National television for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

September 9 & 10, 1989
Atlanta Arts Festival
ATDO opened the 1989 Festival in Atlanta, Georgia in Piedmont Park. Two full length evening concerts. 

September 18, 1989
World Trade Center Plaza
ATDO's second performance presented by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council. Summer series of Popular Dance. 

September 20 21, 1989
American Movie Classics
Members of the ATDO performed for an industrial convention in Columbus, Ohio to promote American Movie Classics. Two days of a series of 15 min. vignettes. 

October 3 & 4, 1989
American Movie Classics
Members of the ATDO performed for an industrial convention in Atlantic City. (see above) 

October 16, 1989
ATDO Benefit at the home of Pamela & Greg Hines

October 27, 1989
Lecture & Demonstration Augusta, Maine
ATDO lectured and performed at Cony High School for 800 students and then presented a full length concert in the evening. 

October 27 & 28, 1989
Augusta, Maine
A full length evening concert presented by the University of Augusta, and a children's lecture demonstration at Coney High School. 

November 20, 1989
Sarasota Aids Support Center Benefit Sarasota, Florida
Benefit for Aids research with Tommy Tune, Charles "Honi" Coles, Luci Arnez, Marvin Hamlisch, Roberta Peters, and Marilyn Johnson 

December 16, 1989
Performance & Christmas Party
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center

Jan 12-14, 1990 
University of Richmond 
Two full length concerts presented by the University of Richmond in Virginia. 

January 26, 1990
Woodpeckers Opening Workshop

Feb 3, 1990
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO performed current repertory and works in progress. Jim Roberts on piano. 

Feb 10, 1990 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO performances continued with featured pianist Amina Claudine Myers. 

May 5, 1990 
Lecture & Demonstration
Children's Museum Brooklyn, New York 
The ATDO was presented by Dance Giant Steps Inc., and performed for children. 

May 5, 12, 1990 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO performances continued with Alki Steriopoulos on piano and vocalist Pat Tortorici. 

May 14 - June 13, 1990 
Classes in Harlem 
Members of the ATDO were hired to teach in four different schools in District 5, Harlem, NYC. Produced by Dancing in the Streets, Inc., This project was designed to select 10 students to perform in piece choreographed by Savion Glover at the legendary Apollo Theater. 

May 21, 1990 
Julia Richmond High School 
A collaborative event between ATDO staff, Flobert, Ltd., and other members of the NYC Chapter of the International Tap Assoc. This event was in celebration of National Tap Dance Day and honored the Copasetics. 

May 25, 1990 
City Hall Park 
An out door performance and awards ceremony organized by the ATDO, the ITA and Flobert, Ltd. to receive official proclamation for National Tap Dance Day. 

June 7, 1990 
Children's Show 
ATDO performed in the annual "Lets Make a Dream Concert" co sponsored by The Association for a Better New York and Arts Connection for 2500 children at Lehman College in the Bronx, NYC. 

June 13, 1990 
School Assembly at IS 10 
ATDO presented their Harlem students and performed along with Savion Glover, Buster Brown, and Cookie Cook. ATDO then held an audition for the performance at the Apollo. 

June 16, 1990 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO performs current repertory and works in progress with Jim Roberts on piano and vocalist Pat Tortorici. 

June 19th, 1990 
Grand Central Terminal 
Two noon performances by the ATDO produced by MTA (Manhattan Transit Authority) in NYC's Grand Central Terminal. 

July 2, 1990 
Apollo Theatre "A Night of Tap at the Apollo"
Produced by Dancing In The Streets. ATDO performed along with Gregory Hines, Charles "Honi" Coles and the Copasetics, Brenda Bufalino, Savion Glover Sandman Simms, The Silver Bells and others. 

July 8, 1990 
Dance Masters of America 
Awards ceremony at the Grande Hyatt ballroom, NYC. Special award given to Charles "Honi" Coles. 

July 25, 1990 
Children's Program 
ATDO made a 30 minute presentation in a program for kids sponsored by The National Dance Institute at City Center, NYC. 

Sept 21 - Oct 6, 1990 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO's first performance "series" presenting current works in progress and repertory. 

Oct 2, 1990 
Fete' de Famille 
Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino and Executive Director Tony Waag performed for annual AIDS benefit at Mortimer’s Restaurant organized by board member Bobby Short. 

Oct 11, 1990 
The New Yorker Club 
Benefit performance by the ATDO for the United Negro Foundation, the Korean WMCA in Fleshing, NY, & A Better Chance (a minority Business Men organization). 

Oct 31, 1990 
The Intrepid Museum 
The ATDO performed to benefit VETCO a local organization addressing the needs and views of our veterans of war. 

Nov 8, 1990 
Benefit Performance at Woodpeckers 
An ATDO function with guests performances by board members Gregory Hines and Sean Young. 

Nov 9 - Dec 2, 1990 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO's second performance "series". These (12) performances were considered the company's first New York Season. 

Dec 17, 1990 
The Village Gate 
The ATDO performed to benefit The Steve Condos Scholarship/Emergency Fund along with Gregory Hines, Jimmy Slyde, Savion Glover, Chuck Green, and a host of other master tap dancers. 

January 23, 1991
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO Auditions

Feb 6, 1991 
Jr. High School of the Performing Arts
Brenda Bufalino and the ATDO present a lecture/demo and performance. 

Feb 10, 1991 
Las Vegas 
ATDO performs a full length concert at the Charleston Heights Arts Center. 

March 12 & 13, 1991 
Alice Tully Hall 
Brenda Bufalino and featured members of the ATDO performed two concerts for children along with Charles "Honi" Coles, Milt Hinton, and Savion Glover. 

April 5, 6 & 12, 13, 1991 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
The ATDO Chamber Orchestra performs current repertory and works in progress. (4) full length concerts. 

April 7, 1991 
Cuneen Hackett Cultural Center 
The ATDO premieres new work (untitled) with 7 additional apprentice dancers to benefit this newly renovated theatre. Other guest artists were Gregory Hines and Savion Glover. 

May 25, 1991 
National Tap Day 
ATDO will perform with others at the Norman Thomas High School Auditorium to celebrate National Tap Dance Day and honor the original "Hoofers" and Peg Leg Bates. 

June 13, 1991 
Benefit for the NY Eye & Ear Infirmary 
New York City 

June 20, 1991 
Lower Manhattan Cultural Council 
Benefit performance for LMCC where ATDO was an honoree and received a cash grant of $5,000. 

June 29, 1991 
Salt Lake City, Utah Arts Festival 
ATDO Performance  

July 27, 1991 
Dance Cleveland Cain Park 
ATDO Performance

Sept 21, 1991 
University of New Hampshire 
ATDO Performance
Sept 26, 1991 
Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania 
ATDO Performance Bryn Mawr College/Goodhart Hall 

Oct 8, 1991 
The Studio Museum of Harlem 
Benefit Performance with Bobby Short. 

Oct 15 - 20, 1991 
The JOYCE THEATER
The ATDO performs (8) full length tap concerts with an expanded company of (14) dancers, (9) musicians, (3) vocalists, and guest artists, Carman Moore, Yvette Glover and Charles "Honi" Coles. Premieres "American Landscape" and "Buff Loves Basie Blues" 

Nov 7 - 24, 1991 
Midwestern Tour 
(8) full length concerts in Montana, Colorado, Utah, and Wisconsin. 

Dec 13, 1991 
New Paltz 
ATDO performs with Brenda Bufalino. 

Feb 20 & Feb 22, 1992 
Florida 
ATDO performs in Ft. Lauderdale and Punta Gorda, Florida. 

March 20, 21, 27, 28, & April 3, 4, 10, 11, 1992 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO performs repertory 

April 28 - June 2, 1992 
Eastern European Tour 
Sponsored by The United States Information Agency, The ATDO toured for (5) weeks in Turkey, Cyprus, Poland, Latvia & Estonia 

May 24, 1992 
National Tap Dance Day 
ATDO performance at Town Hall 

May 30, 1992 
Imagination Celebration 
ATDO performs in Albany, New York June 30, 1992 World Trade Center ATDO performance sponsored by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council. 

July 9, 1992 
Colorado Dance Festival 
ATDO performs in Boulder, Colorado 

Aug 7 & 8, 1992 
Lincoln Center 
ATDO performs for the second time at the annual Lincoln Center's "Out of Doors" Festival at the Damrosch Band shell and Premiered "Six Against Two" (Mambo) 

Oct 3, 1992 
Queens borough Community College 
ATDO performs in Bayside, New York 

BOOK FOUR Oct 17, 1992 
Nazareth College 
ATDO performs in Rochester, New York 

Oct 27, 1992 
Williamson High School 
ATDO performs in Williamson, West Virginia (Tug Valley Arts Council) 

Nov 6, 7 & 13, 14, 1992 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO performances that presented the first work in progress series of "Wrap Around Sound" 

Jan 30, 1993 
Staller Center for the Arts
ATDO performs at SUNY in Stony Brook, NY 

Feb 24 - 28, 1993 
Bermuda Arts Festival 
ATDO performs at the annual Bermuda Arts Festival in Hamilton, Bermuda. 

March 7 - 23, 1993 
ATDO TOUR (12 Cities) 
ATDO Performances in Wisconsin, Illinois, Tennessee, Ohio, Kansas, Arkansas, Texas, & Florida. 

April 3, 1993 
Birthday Tribute to Charles "Honi" Coles 
ATDO guest appearance at the Murray Bergtraum High School, NYC 

April 21, 1993 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO Showcase performance thanking the Corporate Volunteers of New York 

May 25, 1993 
National Tap Dance Day 
ATDO makes a guest performance with the Jazz Tap Ensemble at the Joyce Theater 

May 30, 1993 
National Tap Dance Day Show 
ATDO performs at the Fashion Institute of Technology with other local tap artists. 

June 18 & 19, 1993 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
Members of the ATDO showcase New Choreography 

June 30, 1993  Town Hall 
ATDO presents an expanded evening of "American Landscape" and premieres "Georgia", "Skylark", and "Sing Me a Swing Song and Let Me & Dance" 

Sept 28, 1993 
World Trade Center Plaza 
ATDO performs current repertory 

Oct 16, 1993 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
ATDO performs with guest artist Savion Glover to benefit the studio 

Nov 11, 1993  Hunter College 
ATDO performs at The Sylvia and Danny Kaye Playhouse in its Inaugural Celebration and presents "American Landscape" 

Feb 4, 1994 
University of Cortland, New York 
ATDO Performance

March 10, 11, & 12, 1994 
Galveston, Texas 
ATDO performs at The Grand 1894 Opera House and conducts master classes 

March 14, 1994 
Knoxville, Tennessee 
ATDO performs at The Clarence Brown Theatre at the University of Tennessee 

March 24, 1994 
Lorain County Community College, Elyria OH 
ATDO performs @ The Stocker Center 

March 26, 1994 
Wabash, Indiana 
ATDO performs at The Honeywell Memorial Center 

March 28 - 30, 1994 
University of Iowa, Iowa City 
ATDO performs at The Hancher Auditorium and Conducts master classes 

April 30, 1994 
Kingsborough Community College 
ATDO performs at their Performing Arts Center and conducts master classes 

Oct 14, 1994 
University of Gainesville, Florida 
ATDO shares the bill with board member Gregory Hines 
Nov 7, 1994 
Benefit/Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts 
ATDO is the featured entertainment at this annual fund-raising event in NYC at the Hudson Theatre 

Nov 11-14, 1994 
Birds of a Feather Flock Together: Tap Dance Carnival ATDO Benefit 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center

Feb 5, 1995 
The Philharmonic Center for the Arts
ATDO performs and premieres "Cantata and the Blues" at Hayes Hall in Naples, Florida 

Feb 18, 24 & 25, 1995 
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center 
The ATDO presented a new season's work entitled "The Cantata and the Blues". 

March 23 - 28, 1995 
Florida Tour 
ATDO performs at the King Center for the Performing Arts in Melbourne, Bailey Concert Hall/Broward Community College in Ft. Lauderdale, the Duncan Theater/Palm Beach Community College in Lakeworth, West Palm Beach, the Harborside Convention Center in Fort Meyers, and Branscomb Auditorium/ Florida Southern College in Lakeland 

May 31, 1995 
Song Writer's Hall of Fame 
ATDO performed with Merv Griffin at this annual benefit. Sheridan Hotel. Other performers included Betty Buckley, Bobby Short, The Boys Choir of Harlem, Etc... 

June 30, 1995
9th Annual Nit de Claque Festival, Reus, Spain
ATDO Classes & Performance

Oct 13 - 21, 1995 
Germany 
The ATDO and ITDO had its premiere performance and co-produced Festival and Workshop in Furth, Germany at the Stadttheater Furth. Included in the Festival was master classes taught by members of the ATDO, a lecture demonstration by Ms. Bufalino, a full length evening performance, and a exhibit on tap dance history. This ITDO project included dancers representing Germany, Holland, Denmark, South Africa, Ireland, and dancers from the American Tap Dance Orchestra. 

Oct 27-29, 1995 
Germany 
ATDO members (Brenda Bufalino, Barbara Duffy, Margaret Morrison, Tony Waag, Frank Kimbrough on Piano, and Jeff Fontaine (Lighting), traveled to Dortmond, Germany for (3) performances at the Theater Fletch Bizzel. 

Nov 27-29, 1995 
Walter Reade Theater 
ATDO performed in the Young Audience Series at the Walter Reade Theater (Lincoln Center) (5) Afternoon concerts for children.

April 1-3, 1996
Walter Reade Theater
The ATDO will again perform in the Young Audience Series at the Walter Reade Theater (Lincoln Center) Afternoon concerts for children. 

May 17, 1996 
Connecticut 
ATDO performs in Arthur Holde Hall at the West Port Arts Center in Connecticut. 

May 25, 1996 
Las Vegas 
ATDO performs at the Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza on National Tap Dance Day! 

June 26-29, 1996 
Dance Theater Workshop 
The ATDO presented "Cantata and the Blues" at Dance Theater Workshop where Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino recreated her highly acclaimed solo show to include the ensemble choreography of the American Tap Dance Orchestra for this engagement. 

July 7, 1996 
Kennedy Center 
Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino, Tony Waag, and Margaret Morrison performed as guest artists in Gus Giordano's Jazz Dance Congress 96. 

July 14, 1996 
Gershwin Television Special 
The ATDO performed for live television in Rome, Italy along with Chaka Khan, Dionne Warwick, Larry Adler and the Paul Whiteman Orchestra. 

May 1, 1997 
Dancers Responding to Aids 
Benefit Featured dancers of the ATDO perform at the Riverside Church Theater for National Dance Week, sponsored by the NYC Dance Alliance. 

Aug 1, 1997 
Mohonk Mountain House 
Brenda Bufalino, Tony Waag and Margaret Morrison perform with Frank Kimbrough on piano. 

Feb 14 - 21, 1997 
Winter Tap Intensive 
Master classes with Buster Brown, Lynn Dally, Margaret Morrison, Tony Waag, Baakari Wilder, Sam Weber, Billy Siegenfeld, Barbara Duffy, and Brenda Bufalino at Dick Shea Dance Studios and Dance Manhattan. 

Nov 6, 1997 
Germany 
An ATDO and ITDO (International Tap Dance Orchestra) repeat performance and co-production at the Stadttheater Furth, Germany. Included in the program was a reconstruction of "American Landscape" and sections from Gertrude's Nose' with guest artist Jay Clayton. 

Feb 14-16, 1998 
Valentine's Day Weekend Tap Intensive
Workshop with Brenda Bufalino, Margaret Morrison and Tony Waag at Musical Theater Works. 

Nov 6-7, 1998 
Jazz Tap Summit 
ATDO performance at Hill Auditorium, Ann Arbor, Michigan and master classes at the University Musical Society, University of Michigan. 

Feb 13-15, 1999 
Valentine's Weekend Tap Intensive 
Master Classes and Tap Courses with Brenda Bufalino, Margaret Morrison and Tony Waag.

May 23, 1999 
Tap Extravaganza 1999 
ATDO performs a tribute to honoree Brenda Bufalino at The Town Hall.

July 12-18, 1999 
New York City Summer Tap Intensive 
Master Classes with Buster Brown, Brenda Bufalino, Barbara Duffy, Margaret Morrison, Billy Siegenfeld and Tony Waag.

July 8-16, 2000 
Tap Intensive 2000 
Master classes with Buster Brown, Brenda Bufalino, Barbara Duffy, Josh Hilberman, Margaret Morrison, Tony Waag and Baakari Wilder. Tap Jam at Swing 46.

AMERICAN TAP DANCE ORCHESTRA becomes AMERICAN TAP DANCE FOUNDATION

Feb 9-11, 2001 
Tap Intensive 2001 
Master Classes with Buster Brown, Brenda Bufalino, Margaret Morrison, and Tony Waag.  

July 7 - 15, 2001
Tony Waag's Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival
Performers and teachers included Susan Abbott, Kurt Albert, Lane Alexander, A.T.D.O., Ofer Ben, Klaus Bleis, Buster Brown, Brenda Bufalino, Roxane Butterfly, Karen Callaway, Hoagy Bix Carmichael, Ayodele Casel, Cintia Chamecki, Marion Coles, Heather Cornell, Lynn Dally, Cristina Delius, Barbara Duffy, Feraba, Rod Ferrone, Claudio Figueira, Mari Fujibayashi, Savion Glover, Yvette Glover, Jane Goldberg, Susan Goldbetter, Acia Gray, Steven Harper, Susan Hebach, Josh Hilberman, Jeannie Hill, Gregory Hines, Melba Huber, Germaine Ingram, Alexander Ivashkevich, Chikako Iwahori, Rhythm Kaneko, Ann Kilkelly, Marda Kirn, Sali Ann Kriegsman, Irene Koloseus, Anina Kruger, Ted Levy, Cintia Martin, Gene Medler, Avi Miller, Deborah Mitchell, Margaret Morrison, N.C. Youth Ensemble, Leela Petronio, Sarah Petronio, Max Pollak, Tina Pratt, Michele Ribble, LaVaughn Robinson, Olivia Rosenkrantz, Germaine Salsberg, Jason Samuels Smith, Lynn Schwab, Billy Siegenfeld, Silver Belles, Jimmy Slyde, Ernie Smith, Hank Smith, So De Sapato, Prince Spencer, Swinging Seniors, Tap & Tray, Tapage, TapaToe, Tap Tel-Aviv, Tappers With Attitude, Vanaver Caravan and Tony Waag.

June – August, 2001
Tap & Jazz Masters Series
Tap City 2001 and Circuit Productions, Inc. hosted a number of free events throughout the five boroughs.

July 7, 2001
Tap Jam
Broadway Dance Center (7:30 pm - 10:00 pm)  Welcome party with informal showcase followed by “Jam” with live musicians. 

July 8, 2001
Kids Jam Session
Starbucks Coffee (11:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Special performance and jam event for the Children's Program. Free Public Performance 
Harlem/Meer Festival in Central Park (4:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Performance by Feraba Dance Company, Collaborative event between Tap City and Circuit Productions, Inc. 

July 7 – 8, 2001
Master Classes
Alvin Ailey Studios (10:00 am - 5:00 pm)
Upper West Side.
Professional level classes taught by leading tap artists.

July 7 – 10, 2001 
Children’s Program 
Steps on Broadway Studio (11:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Upper West Side.
All levels of instruction will be offered by local teachers.

July 9 – 15, 2001 
Tap Intensive Workshop
Nola Rehearsal Studios (9:00 am - 5:30 pm) Times Square.
Twenty Eight different (3) day courses will be offered.

July 9, 2001
Lunch with the Masters
Nola Rehearsal Studios (1:30 pm - 2:30 pm) Times Square.
Free lunchtime event hosted by tap critic, writer, and historian Melba Huber, talking with tap masters Prince Spencer, LaVaughn Robinson, Buster Brown and more.

July 9, 2001 
“Tap Kids”
The Duke on 42nd Street (Two Shows/6:00 pm & 8:00 pm) Times Square.
A special event for children. Students in the program will have a chance to perform.

July 10, 2001
“Tap Internationals”
The Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:00 pm) Times Square.
Soloists and ensembles from Brazil, Spain, Germany, Israel, Japan, France, Russia, Estonia, etc... will have a chance to perform.

July 10, 2001
Tap Dance Lecture 
Nola Rehearsal Studios (1:30 pm - 2:30 pm) Times Square.
Free lunchtime event hosted by writer, historian, performer and educator Ann Kilkelly, focusing on Women in Tap.

July 11, 2001
Crazy Feet - Film Presentation
Nola Rehearsal Studios (1:30 pm - 2:30 pm) Times Square.
Free lunchtime event hosted by film archivist and collector Ernie Smith, who will present vintage eccentric tap film footage.
“Tap Master - Tap Mentors”
The Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:00 pm) Times Square.
Focusing on tributes to our master teachers and mentors, professional soloists and ensembles will perform.

July 12, 2001
Fascinating Rhythms – Film Presentation
The Duke on 42nd Street (4:30 pm - 6:00 pm) Times Square.
VIP Reception  The Duke on 42nd Street (6:30 pm - 7:30 pm) Times Square.
The Tap Preservation Award was given to Marda Kirn and the Committee to Celebrate National Tap Dance Day, and the Hoofer Award was given to Gregory Hines. 
“Tap City” The Duke on 42nd Street (8:00 pm - 10:00 pm) Times Square.
Progressive benefit and sponsors performance taking the audience on a rhythmic journey through the history of tap in a multi media production with Gregory Hines, Savion Glover, Jimmy Slyde, Brenda Bufalino, Lynn Dally, Sarah Petronio, Yvette Gover, Vanaver Caravan, and local percussionists and ensembles.

July 13, 2001
Tap Talks Nola Rehearsal Studios (1:30 pm - 2:30 pm) Times Square.
Free lunchtime event focused on tap dance issues hosted by Sali Ann Kriegsman and Marda Kirn. Leaders in the tap dance field will conduct panel discussions focusing on tap dance history, personal careers, current issues, etc... 
“Tap All Stars” The Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:00 pm) Times Square.
Festival teaching Staff performed.

July 14, 2001
Lady Be Good - Film Presentation
Nola Rehearsal Studios (1:30 pm - 2:30 pm) Times Square.
Free lunchtime event hosted by film archivist and collector Ernie Smith, presenting vintage tap film footage featuring women in tap. “Tap Divas” The Duke on 42nd Street (Two Shows/7:00 pm & 9:00 pm) Times Square.
An evening concert devoted to the women of tap dance Brenda Bufalino, Lynn Dally, Sarah Petronio, and others.

July 15, 2001
Lunch with the Swingin’ Seniors 
Nola Rehearsal Studios (1:30 pm - 2:30 pm) Times Square.
Free lunchtime event hosted by Tina Pratt and legendary women who danced at the Apollo Theater and the Cotton Club 
“Tap Divas” The Duke on 42nd Street (Two Shows/7:00 pm & 9:00 pm) Times Square.
An evening concert devoted to the women of tap dance Brenda Bufalino, Lynn Dally, and Sarah Petronio.

August 22, 2001                                       
“Rhythm & Romance” 
Lincoln Center “Out of Doors” Festival Outdoor concert located at the fountain plaza. Hosted by Tap City’s Producer Tony Waag, this concert will feature numerous local tap soloists and tap ensembles. Free and open to the public.

Feb. 15-18, 2002 
Winter Tap Intensive
Master Classes/Cap 21 Studios (10:30 am - 5:45 pm) 
Professional level master classes by Brenda Bufalino, Margaret Morrison and Tony Waag.

Feb. 15, 2002 
Tap Jam  Studio Showcase Hosted by Margaret Morrison with special guests and live music.

July 6 - 14, 2002
Tony Waag's Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival
Performers, teachers and presenters included: Charon Aldredge, Lane Alexander, Ben Allison, Jerry Ames, Robyn Astaire, Cholly Atkins, Kathy Banks-Wilson, Shana Beeble, Richard Bennett , Molly Blodgett, Becky Bowen, Jaimee Bradshaw, Jill Braverman, Terry Brock, Adrianne Brown, Robin Burdulis, Alyssa Burton, Crystal Burton, Roxane Butterfly, Dana Bynum, Karen Callaway-Williams, Ayodele Casel, Dani Center, Daryn Center, Lynda Cervo, Felix Chen, Matthew Chin-Quee, Jane Cho, Hazel Collett, Lorraine Condos, Marie Confroy, Heather Cornell, Rebecca Cote, Jila Cothran, Brett Covington, Korinne Covington, Trent Covington, Warren Craft, Courtney Craven, Harold Cromer, Andrea D'Alessandro, Jenna D'Onza, Claudio da Silva, Alison Daguio, Lynn Dally, Brenna Dasilva, Jennie DaSilva, Alyse DaSilva, David Rider’s World of Tap, Todd Davis, Ariana Davis, Marshall Davis Jr., DC Artistry Tap and Drum, Santi Debriano, Andrea Demetriou, Allison Dessert, Dha Fuzion, John Di Martino, Jovana Di Prisco, Kristina Dobosz, Meghan Dodd, Amanda Donato, Susan Abbott Doskocil, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, Barbara Duffy and Co., Melissa Dussin, Omar Edwards, Yvonne Edwards, Yaron Englerm, Liza Enrich, Danielle Fisher, Thomas Ford, Kayla Forseth, Mari Fujibayashi, Fulton Feet Express, Anna Gallio, Brett Gallio, Charles Gartman, Devon Gibbons, Katelyn Giliberti, Yvette Glover, Savion Glover, Roman Gnezdilov, Jane Goldberg, Thelma Goldberg, Sebastian Goldberg, Susan Goldbetter, Laraine Goodman, Germaine Goodson, Acia Gray, Asha Griffith, Half Pint Hoofers, Jennifer Hall, Larry Ham, Hamilton Dance, Brooke Handfield, Steven Harper, Megan Haungs, Anne Hearn, Shannon Hearn, Susan Hebach, Jessie Hedman, Ezra Herbert, Joshua Hilberman, Jeannie Hill, Clareese Hill, Constance Valis-Hill, Nichole Hockenberry, Channing Cook Holmes, Benjamin Hosig, Melba Huber, Corey Hutchins, Toni-Anne Idzinski, Germaine Ingram, Bill Irwin, Alexander Ivashkevich, Ivo 9, Chikako Iwahori, Delilah Jackson, Emily Jackson-Carlon, Kendrick Jones II, Jump Rhythm Jazz Project, Joelle Kairys, Kids on Tap, Ann Kilkelly, Frank Kimbrough, Vladimir Kirsanov, Kazunori Kumagai, La Danse School of Performing Arts, Evie Ladin, Jenny Lane, Julie LaPadula, Konstantin Larin, Jamie Larowitz Sherman, Stephanie Larriere, Sharon Lavi, Orlangelo Leal, Mable Lee, Legacy Dancers, Herve LeGoff, Jeni LeGon, Michela Lerman, Anita Lewis, Stephan Maffia, Maurice Malcolm, Anneliese Marcojohn, Andrea Marshall, Kelly Martin, Orlangelo Martins, Angelo Marcio Martins, Kristina Massa, Laura Mauriello, Metro-Gnomes, Shawna McCartney Frey, Megan McCarty, Mary McElduff, Stacey McFadin, Leroy Meyers, Kym Meyers, Jessica Miklowcic, Jacqueline Miller, Deborah Mitchell, Yako Miyamoto, Margaret Morrison, Neel Murgui, Akim Ndlovu, Konstantin Nevretdinov, Nancy Newell, New Jersey Tap Ensemble, Fayard Nicholas, Katherine Nicholas, Rigmor Newman Nicholas, Madeleine Nichols, Katie Norris, O’D n Tap, Clare O'Donnell, Ashley Orifice, Eddie Ornowski, Misty Owens, Nicki Parrott, Isaac Perez, Jennifer Perez, Anthony Peters, Sarah Petronio, Keri Phelan, Tara Picaro, Valeria Pinheiro, Andrew Pirozzi, Elizabeth Poitras, Max Pollak, Van Porter, Abby Puca, Rachael Rachon, Leif Rawson-Ahern, Trisha Regan, Priscilla Rendon, Kelly Reynolds, Rhinebeck Taps, Michele Ribble, David Rider, LaVaughn Robinson, Sabrina Rollo, Olivia Rosenkrantz, Kathleen Ross, Igor Sabla, Adam Sabla, Christine Scanlon, Rebecca Scanlon, Susan Scanlon, Emilie Schmidt, Kristen, Schoen-Rene, Kelsey Schools, Lynn Schwab, Mattie Sheik, Jamie Sherman, Billy Siegenfeld, Coulee Slatnick, Jesse Sloman, Jimmy Slyde, Valerie Smith, Kristen Smith, Tina Socci, Kristen Socci, Sally Sommer, Prince Spencer, Peggy Spina, Grace Sroka, Al'Muquran Starling, Step Aside Tap Company, Sherry Stregack, Manuel Suarez, Melinda Sullivan, Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, Lisa Swenton, Shareef Swindell, Tap Collective, Tap Dance for Young People, Jimmy Tate, Keith Terry, Terry Brocks School of Dance, Garth Thomas, Karin Thompson, Giuliana Tittarelli, Barbara Anne Titus, Pat Tortorici, Frederique Trunk, Cacau Arco Verde, Tony Waag, Dianne Walker, Andy Wasserman, Sam Weber, Sebastian Weber, Janine Weekley, Katherine Wood, Michelle Yiznitsky, Vanneza Zabala, and Qing Hua Zhang.

July 6, 2002 
Public Tap Jam 
Jimmy’s Uptown Cafe (8:00 pm - 11:00 pm) 
Welcome party/showcase followed by a Tap “Jam” with live Jazz musicians. 

July 6 & 7, 2002 
Master Classes  Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Professional level master classes by leading tap artists.

July 8 - 12, 2002 
Tap Intensive Workshops 
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 5:30 pm)
20 different (5) day courses focusing on Technique, Improvisation, Clog, Body Percussion, Jazz, Funk, Rhythm, Music for dancers and Swing.

July 8, 2002
“Tap Youth/Tap Future”
The Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Performances by youth ensembles and teens.

July 9 - 12, 2002 
Youth Program 
Dick Shea’s Dance Studio (11:00 am - 4:00 pm)
All levels of instruction to children and teens taught by top local teachers.

July 9, 2002 
“Tap Internationals”
The Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Soloists and ensembles from Brazil, Spain, Germany, Israel, Japan, France, Russia, Estonia, etc. have a chance to perform.

July 10, 2002 
“Tap Choreography”
The Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
New works presented by leading soloists and ensembles from around the world.

July 11, 2002 
“Tap City” VIP Benefit/Reception 
The Duke on 42nd Street (6:00 pm - 7:30 pm)
The The Tap Preservation Award was given to Sali Ann Kriesman and the Hoofer Award was given to both Buster Brown and Jimmy Slyde. Performances followed with special appearances by Gregory Hines, Savion Glover, Dianne Walker, Tony Waag, Jimmy Slyde, Sarah Petronio and others.

July 12, 2002
“Tap All - Stars”
The Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Teaching staff and other professional soloists perform.

July 13, 2002
Master Classes 
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 6:00 pm) Professional level master classes by leading tap artists.
“Tap Master - Tap Mentors”
The Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Focusing on tributes to master teachers and mentors, professional soloists and ensembles will perform.

July 14, 2002 
“Tap Talks – Tap Films”
The Duke on 42nd Street (11:00 am & 2:00 pm) Leading educators and masters in the tap field will present and conduct panel discussions, lectures, and film presentations on tap dance history, personal careers, and current issues, culminating with a presentation and announcement of this year’s NYC Tap Dance Hall of Fame inductees.  

Feb. 15-17, 2003 
Winter Tap Intensive 
Master Classes/Chelsea Studios (10:00 am - 6:00 pm) 
Professional level master classes by Brenda Bufalino, Harold Cromer, Barbara Duffy, Omar Edwards, Derick Grant, Bill Irwin, Ted Levy, Margaret Morrison, Max Pollak, Michele Ribble, Jimmy Tate, Karen Callaway Williams, & Maya and Reggie Workman for children, teens and adults. 
Teacher Training Program 
Chelsea Studios (10:00 am - 6:00 pm) 
The first in an ongoing series of seminars dedicated to providing tap teachers with the very best information on rhythm tap, focusing on technique, the use of the body for sound, tone, styles and speed, injury prevention, tap exercises, improvisation, music for tap dance and history. Faculty included Brenda Bufalino, Debra Goodman, MS, PT, Michele Ribble and Margaret Morrison. 
Choreography Residency 
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 6:00 pm)  A 9 hour series of classes to learn Brenda Bufalino's ground breaking work entitled "The White Buffalo Suite" which was originally created for the American Tap Dance Orchestra touring company. Some participating students perform this work at Tap City in July!

Feb. 16, 2003 
Showcase & Tap Jam 
Swing 46 (8:00pm - 11:00 pm) 
An informal performance showcasing youth and adult ensembles, as well as soloists, from around the world. This event was followed by a Tap Jam with live Jazz musicians.

May 16, 2003 
Benefit for the Tito Puente Performing Arts Academy 
Jr. High School 117 in East Harlem  Benefit for the school’s tap program (we helped raise over $1,000) Performers included Tony Waag as the Master of Ceremonies, Tap Dancers: The Tito Puente Tappers, Cintia Chamecki, Michelle Dorrance, Rod Ferrone, Walter Freeman, Charles Gartman, Andrea Goodman, Derick K. Grant, Susan Hebach, Corey Hutchins, Margaret Morrison, Max Pollak, Lynn Schwab, Coulee Slatnick, Kirsten Burke Smith, Sherry Stregack, Tony Waag, Karen Callaway Williams and Musicians: Larry Ham, Lee Hudson, Eddie Ornowski, Lissa Freeman & Bobby Sanabria. Stage Manager: Hjördis Linn.

June 16, 2003 
Casita Maria’s Third Annual Community Event  (part of Bronx Week)
Honoring Michael Bloomberg and Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrión. Performers included ATDF’s partner Tap Dance for Young People. Directed by Susan Hebach featuring Charley Gartman & Coulee Slatnick

June 21, 2003
NYC & Company Sales Meeting 
Held at Jimmy’s Uptown in Harlem  Performance by scholarship student Corey Hutchins  And we were graced by the inimitable company of Mable Lee

July 12 - 20, 2003 
Tony Waag's Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival
Performers and teachers included: Kurt Albert, Guillem Alonso, Bob Audy, Klaus Bleis, Terry Brock, Ernest "Brownie" Brown, Brenda Bufalino, Robin Burdulis, Roxane Butterfly, Gabriella Carrubba, Cintia Chamecki, Jay Clayton, Heather Cornell, Harold Cromer, Jenai Cutcher, Dance 10, David Rider’s World of Tap, Marshall Davis Jr., Mark Delpriora, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards, Yvonne Edwards, Rod Ferrone, Roser Font, Walter Freeman, Lissa Freeman, Mari Fujibayashi, Fulton Feet Express, Brett Gallio, Savion Glover, Yvette Glover, Charles Goddertz, Jane Goldberg, Thelma Goldberg, Susan Goldbetter, Laraine Goodman, Debra Goodman, Germaine Goodson, Derick Grant, Acia Gray, Larry Ham, Hamilton Dance, Susan Hebach, Jeannie Hill, Ben Hosig, Melba Huber, Corey Hutchins, Chikako Iwahori, Tommy James, Montego Joe, Kendrick Jones II, Kids on Tap, Ann Kilkelly, Tyler Knowlin, Kazunori Kumagai, La Danse School of Performing Arts, Sharon Lavi, Mable Lee, Samara Manger-Weil, Earl May, Reggio McLaughlin, Katherine McManus, Metro-Gnomes, Deborah Mitchell, Margaret Morrison, Andrew Nemr, New Jersey Tap Ensemble, North Carolina Youth Ensemble, O’D n Tap, Eddie Ornowski, Drika Overton & Company, Atlantic City Dance Theatre, Sarah Petronio, Valeria Pinheiro, Max Pollak, Pedro Ramos, Michele Ribble, David Rider, LaVaughn Robinson, Olivia Rosenkrantz, Germaine Salsberg, Lynn Schwab, Rita Silva, Dr. Jimmy Slyde, Jason Samuels Smith, Sherry Stregack, Melinda Sullivan, Tap Dance for Young People, Tap Dance Studio, Tapeplas, Jimmy Tate, The Legacy Dancers, The New Jersey Tap Ensemble Youth Co., Constance Valis Hill, Vanaver Caravan, Tony Waag, Dianne Walker, Andy Wasserman, Curtis Watts, Joseph Wiggan , Karen Callaway Williams, Maya Milenovic Workman, Reggie Workman, Nicholas Young, and Qinghua Zhang.

July 11, 2003 
“Tap Your Feet” 2 Beat Street
Brooklyn Children’s Museum (6:30-7:30 p.m.)
Evening performance by Tap City’s Tap Youth/Tap Future. Created by Michele Ribble. Produced by Susan Goldbetter and Circuit Productions, Inc. in association with Tap City.

July 12, 2003  
Master Classes 
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 5:30 pm) Professional level master classes by leading tap artists.

July 13, 2003  
Master Classes 
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 3:30 pm) Professional level master classes by leading tap artists.
Opening Night in Harlem 
Jimmy’s Uptown Café (5:30pm - 8:30 pm)
Welcome Party. Tap “Jam” with live Jazz musicians.

July 14 - 18, 2003  
Adult Training Program 
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 5:30 pm)
20 different (5) day courses: Technique, Improvisation, Clog Dance, Body Percussion, Jazz, Funk, Rhythm, Eccentric, Music and Swing.
Tap Talks – Tap Films 
Chelsea Dance Studios (12:45 pm & 1:45 pm)
Discussions, lectures, and film presentations on tap dance history, careers, and current issues by leading educators and masters.
The Rattle Club  Various Locations Open rooms for participants to practice, warm up, view video tapes and socialize.

July 14, 2003  
“Tap Youth/Tap Future I” 
Duke on 42nd Street (9:30 pm only)
Performances by teens and youth ensembles.

July 15, 2003  
“Tap Youth/Tap Future II” 
Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Performances by teens and youth ensembles.

July 15 – 19, 2003
Youth Program 
New York Dance Center (10:30 am - 5:30 pm) Top instructors - all levels of instruction to children and teens.

July 16, 2003
“Tap City Gala” 
Duke on 42nd Street (7:00 pm)
Benefit performance in support of the American Tap Dance Foundation and its ongoing effort of creating an American Tap Dance Center. Special appearances by Savion Glover, Brenda Bufalino, Tony Waag, Jimmy Slyde, Sarah Petronio and others.
“Meet the Artists” 
Duke on 42nd Street (8:30 pm - 9:00 pm)
Sponsors and supporters meet the artists after the show.

July 17, 2003  
“Tap Spectacular I” 
Duke on 42nd Street (2 shows/7 pm & 9:30 pm)
International kaleidoscopes of legendary tap masters, contemporary soloists, cutting edge ensembles and up and coming hoofers. The annual “Tap Preservation” Award for outstanding achievement presented to a tap dancer, educator and/or organization.

July 18, 2003  
“Tap Spectacular II” 
Duke on 42nd Street (2 shows/7 pm/9:30 pm)
International kaleidoscopes of legendary tap masters, contemporary soloists, cutting edge ensembles and up and coming hoofers. The annual “Hoofer” Awards for outstanding achievement presented to leading dancers in the field.

July 19, 2003
Master Classes  Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 5:30 pm)
Professional level master classes by leading tap artists.
Youth Showcase 
New York Dance Center Hosted by Yvette Glover
“Tap Spectacular III” 
Duke on 42nd Street (2 shows/7 pm & 9:30 pm)
International kaleidoscopes of legendary tap masters, contemporary soloists, cutting edge ensembles and up and coming hoofers. Presentation and announcements of this year’s NYC “Tap Dance Hall of Fame” inductees.

July 20, 2003  
Master Classes  Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 1:30 pm)
Professional level master classes by leading tap artists.
Adult Student Showcase 
Chelsea Dance Studios (1:30 pm - 4:00 pm) An informal studio showcase of student talent.

Oct-Nov, 2003 
Year-Round Classes                      
New York Dance Center 8 Week Tap Courses and On-going daily classes with Brenda Bufalino, Barbara Duffy, Michele Ribble, & Lynn Schwab.

Oct 22, 2003 
Change for Kid’s 6th Annual Talent Extravaganza 
Studio 54
Dancers included Barbara Duffy and Co. dancers Cintia Chamecki, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy & Lynn Schwab

Jan – June, 2004  
Year-Round Classes                      
New York Dance Center 8 Week Tap Courses and On-going daily classes with Brenda Bufalino, Barbara Duffy, Michele Ribble, & Lynn Schwab.

February 13 – 16, 2004 
ATDF Winter Tap Intensive 
A weekend of 12 dynamic Master Classes for adults and teens, 3 Choreography Residencies, and the 2nd Annual Tap Teacher Seminar. Master Classes            
Chelsea Dance Studios & New York Dance Center (10:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Professional level master classes by leading tap artists for children, teens and adults.
Teacher Training Program         
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 6:00 pm)
The second in an ongoing series of seminars dedicated to providing tap teachers with the very best information on rhythm tap, focusing on technique, the use of the body for sound, tone, styles and speed, injury prevention, tap exercises, improvisation, music for tap dance and history.
Choreography Residencies          
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 6:00 pm)
Three 9 hour residencies where students will learn ground breaking choreography created by leading soloists and choreographers in the field.  Some participating students were chosen to perform these new works at Tap City in July!

February 13, 2004 
Tap Choreography Showcase (8 - 10PM)
Works in progress and new tap endeavors are presented. Hosted by Brenda Bufalino and Tony Waag. New works by tap ensembles and soloists in an informal setting with live accompaniment by pianist Larry Ham. (Admission: $15 for the evening)

February 14, 2004 
Open House, Party and Tap Jam (8 -11PM)
In honor of Gregory Hines on his birthday! An open house and a piece of birthday cake, followed by a tap jam.

March 22, 2004 
ATDF Fundraising Reception and Performance (6 – 9PM)  
Experience an exclusive preview performance of Tap City, the annual NYC Tap Festival held in July! This event was hosted in a private, residential loft in the East Village of Manhattan. All proceeds supported future ATDF programming.

April 15, 2004
Tap City on Tour Performance
Westminster School Simsbury, CT

April 17, 2004
Tap City on Tour Performance
Westchester Community College Valhalla, NY

July 3 – July 10, 2004
Tony Waag's Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival
Performers and teachers included: Charon Aldredge, American Stardom Dance Academy, April Andreu Peter Apfelbaum, Chloe Arnold, Samantha Arnow, Caitlin Ayres, Kirsten Ayres, Bruno Barros, Erika Bauerlein, Amanda Blauer, Michael Blevins, Justin Boccitto,  Terry  Brock, Bernice Brooks, Ernest "Brownie" Brown, Oskar Bucki, Brenda Bufalino,  Robin Burdulis, Alyssa Burton, Crystal Burton, Roxane Butterfly, Brooke Capel,  Edmar Castaneda, Dani Center, Daryn Center, Cintia Chamecki, Nora Clark,  Flavia Costa, Warren Craft, Courtney Craven, Harold Cromer, Katie Currier,  Jenai Cutcher, Andreas Daenel, Christine D'Aguillo, Lynn Dally, Dance 10,  Dancers Corner, Shelby Davis, David Rider’s World of Tap, Jovana Di Prisco,  Kristina Dobosz, Stephanie Dobosz, Amanda Donato, Michelle Dorrance,  Barbara Duffy, Barbara Duffy & Company, Allegra Durante, Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards, Mia Feagin, Andrew Fee, Natalie Feinberg, David Fien, Sarah Flaherty,  Flamenco Latino,  Joe Fonda, Melissa Fopiano, Eddy Francisco, Kaitlyn Frank,  Alice Fucs, Ana Fucs, Mari Fujibayashi, Katy Galli, Charley Gartman,  Generation Tap, Basilio Georges, Devon Gibbons, Yvette Glover, Charles Goddertz, Jane Goldberg, Sebastian Goldberg, Germaine Goodson, Derick K. Grant, Larry Ham, Hamilton Dance, Steven Harper, Audra Harris, Josh Hilberman, Jeannie Hill, Tara Holmes, Kira Hosbein, Lee Howard, Molly Humphrey, Samantha Inho, Chikako Iwahori, Jazz Tap Ensemble, Sarah Johnson, Kendrick Jones II, Kelsey Jordan, Kids On Tap, Gabrielle Kotkov,  Kazunori Kumagai, Sean Kupisz, Sarah Larsen, Mable Lee, The Legacy Dancers, Carly Levin, Steve Maffia, Michela Marino-Lerman, Earl May, Reggio McLaughlin, The Metro-Gnomes, Deborah Mitchell, Michael Morabito, Tricia Moree, Janine Moretti, Margaret Morrison, The Movement Dance Company,  Hamish Murray, Iliana Lis Paris, Lisa Parrott, Keri Phelan, Andrew Pirozzi, Max Pollak, Van Porter, Pamela Raff, Pedro Ramos, Courtney Rauch, Raw Metal Dance Company, Aurora Reyes, Kelly Reynolds, Michele Ribble, Ritmico, Alby Roblejo, Amanda Rodriguez, Nicky Romaniello, Olivia Rosenkrantz, Kathleen Ross, Jennifer Salazar, Adriana Salomao, Germaine Salsberg, Ileana Santamaria, Alexandra Schroll, Lynn Schwab, Brad Shepik, Kelsey Shepparg,  Shoehorn, Rachel Shoemaker, Allison Singer, Coulee Slatnick, Jimmy Slyde,  Jason Samuels Smith, Al'Muquran Starling, Steven Harper Company, Catherine Strycharz, Grant Swift, Tapag, Tap Dance for Young People, Ryann Taylor, The Rhythm Queens, Byron Tittle, Shamfa Tittle, Amanda Todaro, Reindert Toia,  Samuel Torres, Megan Tursi, Elka Samuels Vian, Tony Waag, Dianne Walker,  Kaitlyn Way, Janine Weekley, Lillias White, Joseph Wiggan, Josette Wiggan, Baakari Wilder, Karen Callaway  Williams, Paul Wilson, Simon Wright, and Nicholas Young.

July 3, 2004
Master Classes            
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 5:30 pm)
Professional level master classes for adults, seniors, teens and youth taught by leading tap artists.

July 4, 2004 
Master Classes            
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 3:30 pm) Professional level master classes by leading tap artists.

July 5, 2004
Boat Ride                   
Circle Line Hudson River (7:30pm - 10:30 pm)
Welcome Party & “Jam” with live Jazz. 

July 5 - 7, 2004  
Youth Program          
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 5:30 pm) All levels of instruction to children and teens.
The Rattle Club                                              
Various Locations Open rooms for participants to practice, warm up, view video tapes and socialize.

July 5 - 9, 2004
Adult Training Program             
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 5:30 pm) 20 different (5) day courses: Technique, Improvisation, Clog Dance, Body Percussion, Jazz, Funk, Rhythm, Eccentric, Music & Swing.
Tap Talks/Tap Films                 
Chelsea Dance Studios (Lunchtime Sessions) Discussions, lectures, and film presentations on tap dance history, careers, and current issues by  leading educators and masters. 

July 6, 2004  
“Tap City Gala”         
Duke on 42nd Street (7:00 pm)
A party in two acts! Opening night benefit performance with tributes to the late tap Ambassador Gregory Hines and MGM’s tap dance royalty the late Donald O’Connor and Ann Miller. All three  will be inducted into the International Tap Dance Hall of Fame. The evening begins in the theater with performances by Brenda Bufalino, Jazz Tap Ensemble, Kendrick Jones II, The Legacy  Dancers, Michela Marino Lerman, Van “the Man” Porter, Dr. Jimmy Slyde, Lillias White, Tony Waag and others. The second half of the show continues upstairs at the Tap Lounge featuring Roxane Butterfly, Max Pollak, Tamango, Tapage and other dancers and musicians from New York’s hottest world beat scene. All proceeds supported future programming of the American Tap Dance Foundation. 

July 7, 2004
“Tap Internationals”
Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Performances by unique international artists and ensembles from around the globe including Grant Swift (Australia/New Zealand), Flavia Costa (Brazil), Steven Harper Company (Brazil), Tapage  (France/Japan), Kazu Kumagai (Japan), Andreas Dänel (Germany) and more. This evening has become the favorite show among those who are in the know!

July 8, 2004
“Tap Youth/Tap Future”           
Duke on 42nd Street  (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Performances by kids, teens and youth ensembles from across the nation with special guest ensemble Tap Kids. Hosted by Tap City’s Youth Program Director Michele Ribble, these performances also include the presentation of the 2nd annual Tap Teacher Awards presented to leading tap educators in the field.

July 9, 2004  
“Tap New York”                                           
Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
The best New York City can offer, featuring local masters, soloists, and ensembles including Brenda Bufalino, Barbara Duffy & Company, Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards, Yvette Glover, Charles Goddertz, Mable Lee, Reggio McLaughlin, Margaret Morrison, Michele Ribble, Germaine Salsberg, Baakari Wilder and others. Ensemble pieces created during the festival by Karen Callaway Williams and Tony Waag will also premiere. The annual Tap Preservation Award was presented to Jane Goldberg for outstanding achievement in the preservation of tap dance.

July 10, 2004  
Master Classes            
Chelsea Dance Studios (10:00 am - 5:30 pm) Professional level master classes by leading tap artists.
“Tap Treasures”                                            
Duke on 42nd Street (Two shows/7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Tap tributes to legendary masters and teachers, and new choreography by contemporary soloists, cutting edge ensembles and up and coming hoofers including performances by Chloe Arnold, Terry Brock, Harold Cromer, Lynn Dally, Generation Tap, Josh Hilberman, Pamela Raff, Rhythm ISS, the Rhythm Queens (Germaine Goodson and Deborah Mitchell), Shoehorn, Jason Samuels Smith, and tributes to Charles “Honi” Coles, the Copasetics, Paul Draper, Henry LeTang, Bettye Morrow and Leonard Reed. The annual Hoofer Awards were presented to tap masters, Ernest “Brownie” Brown, Dianne Walker and LaVaughn Robinson. 

November, 2004            
Tap City on Tour Tour                                                      
Tap City presented the best of the annual New York City Tap Festival, touring North America with an international cast of legendary tap veterans, cutting-edge tap soloists, and up-and-coming young talent. The cast of Tap City was drawn from a list of performers who have been featured in the New York City Tap Festival since it’s inception in 2001.

Nov 10, 2004
Tap City on Tour Performance
Kutztown University Kutztown, PA

Nov 13, 2004
Tap City on Tour Performance
Merrick-Bellmore Community Concert Assn. Merrick, NY

Nov 18, 2004
Tap City on Tour Performance
Rhode Island College Providence, RI

Jan – April, 2005            
Tap City on Tour                                                               
Tap City presented the best of the annual New York City Tap Festival, touring North America with an international cast of legendary tap veterans, cutting-edge tap soloists, and up-and-coming young talent. The cast of Tap City was drawn from a list of performers who have been featured in the New York City Tap Festival since its inception in 2001.

January 19, 2005
Tap City on Tour
University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown Johnstown, PA

Feb 18 –21, 2005  
ATDF Annual Winter Tap Intensive
A weekend of 12 dynamic Master Classes for adults and teens taught by Ayodele Casel, Barbara Duffy, Walter “Sundance” Freeman, Margaret Morrison, Michele Ribble, Randy Skinner, Tony Waag, Karen Callaway Williams and Nicholas Young, a three-day course with Brenda Bufalino, Tap Talks/Tap History & Free Events.

Feb 19, 2005
Dancing Against the Wind Dancing with the Wind Dancing with the Wind at Her Back
Fashion Institute of Technology Katie Murphy Amphitheater Brenda Bufalino's New One-Woman Show

Feb 20, 2005
New Tap Choreography Showcase 
Cutting edges performances by local soloists and ensembles.

February 26, 2005
Tap City on Tour Performance
Barrier Island Group for the Arts Sanibel, FL

March 6, 2005
Tap City on Tour Performance
Riverside Theatre Vero Beach, FL

March 8, 2005
Tap City on Tour Performance
Truman State University Kirksville, MO

March 10, 2005
Tap City on Tour Performance
Baker University Baldwin City, KS

March 12, 2005
Tap City on Tour Performance
Piney Woods Fine Arts Association Crockett, TX

March 14, 2005
Tap City on Tour Performance
Pittsburg State University Pittsburg, KS

Monday, March 28, 2005
ATDF’s Second Annual Fundraising Party (6:00 - 9:00pm)
O’Neal’s Café’ 50 West 65th Street 
An exclusive preview performance of Tap City, the annual NYC Tap Festival held in July, Cocktails and Buffet Dinner. Presentations & Performances by Brenda Bufalino, Tony Waag Kendrick Jones II, Mable Lee, Michela Marino Lerman, Max Pollak, Joseph Wiggan and others!

April 9-11, 2005
Tap City on Tour Performance
Performing Arts Society of Acadiana Lafayette, LA

April 13-14, 2005
Tap City on Tour Performance
Pepperdine University Malibu, CA

April 16, 2005 Tap City on Tour Performance
Terry Clark Dance Centre Fresno, CA

April 23, 2005 Tap City on Tour Performance
Danville Concert Association Danville, VA

May 12, 2005
The Gregory Hines Collection of American Tap Dance
Free program : Screenings and Official celebration of the creation of the new Archive Project in collaboration with the Jerome Robbins Dance Division. Hosted and curated by Tony Waag, Constance Valis Hill and Madeleine Nichols  Bruno Walter Auditorium New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

June 25 – July 3, 2005
Tony Waag’s Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival

June 25 - July 3, 2005
Master Classes and courses for kids, teens & adults

June 27, 2005
Jazz Boat Ride & Tap Jam
Circle Line Marina and Hudson River
Opening social event for Tap City

June 28 – July 3, 2005
Premiere Performances
Joyce Theater
175 Eighth Avenue at 19th Street

June 28, 2005 Tap City Gala/Reception
Annual gala performance with a potpourri of Tap Masters, Tap All-Stars, Tap Divas, Tap Internationals and Tap Legends. Performers include Brenda Bufalino, Lynn Dally, Michelle Dorrance & Friends, Barbara Duffy & Company, Walter “Sundance” Freeman, Kendrick Jones II, Mable Lee, Thomas Marek, the North Carolina Youth Ensemble, Sarah Petronio, Dr. Jimmy Slyde, Jason Samuels Smith, Tapage (Olivia Rosenkrantz & Mari Fujibayashi), Tony Waag, Dianne Walker, Joseph Wiggan and Karen Callaway Williams. The performance was followed by a reception at Dance Theater Workshop (right down the street) where we announced this year’s Hoofer, Tap Preservation and International Tap Dance Hall of Fame recipients. All proceeds support future programming of the American Tap Dance Foundation. The annual Hoofer Award was presented to tap master Sarah Petronio. The annual Tap Preservation Award was presented to Delilah Jackson for outstanding achievement in the preservation of tap dance. The 2005 International Tap Dance Hall of Fame Inductees were Sammy Davis Jr. and Peg Leg Bates.

June 29, July 1 & July 3, 2005
Program A:  Tap All-Stars/Tap Internationals
Tap All-Stars focuses on contemporary work created by the leading tap choreographers and improvographers that are transforming the traditions with passion, humor and joy. Tap Internationals explores new frontiers by blending with international rhythms from around the world with dancers Ayodele Casel, Derick K. Grant, Kazu Kumagai, Michelle Dorrance & Friends, Walter “Sundance” Freeman, Kendrick Jones II, Thomas Marek, the Legacy Dancers, Michela Marino Lerman, the New Jersey Tap Ensemble, Leela Petronio, Max Pollak and Rumba Tap, Michele Ribble, Tapage (Olivia Rosenkrantz & Mari Fujibayashi), Joseph Wiggan and master of ceremonies Tony Waag. 

June 30, July 2 & July 3, 2005
Program B:  Tap Masters/Tap Mentors/Tap Divas/Tap Legends
A legacy of tap tributes to our beloved Tap Masters/Tap Mentors with historic material handed down by tap dance legends Buster Brown, Charles “Honi” Coles, Gregory Hines, and the Copasetics with performances by Barbara Duffy & Company, Jeannie Hill, Kendrick Jones II, Margaret Morrison, the North Carolina Youth Ensemble, Lynn Schwab, Jason Samuels Smith, Tony Waag, Joseph Wiggan and Karen Callaway Williams. The evening also highlights the return of tap divas Brenda Bufalino, Lynn Dally, Mable Lee, Sarah Petronio, and Dianne Walker and a special guest appearance by Dr. Jimmy Slyde. 

July 2, 2005 Youth Program:  Tap Youth/Tap Future
Tap City promotes the education of our youth by opening new doors of opportunity to future generations with a showcase of young talent in Tap Youth/Tap Future. Performances by kids, teens and youth ensembles and hosted by Youth Program Director Michele Ribble. These performances also include the presentation of the 2nd annual Tap Teacher Awards presented to leading tap educators in the field.

Oct 19 – Dec 14, 2005
Fall Youth Tap Classes
Teachers included David Rider and Kirsten Smith
Stepping Out Studios

Sept 21 – Dec 14, 2005
Adult Technique Classes for Adults
Wednesdays, 12-2pm Taught by Brenda Bufalino

Dec 4, 2005               
Audition - Tap City Youth Ensemble and Junior Repertory Ensemble
For tap dancers ages 8 – 20 / 12:00 – 3:00 Stepping Out Studios, 37 West 26th Street, 9th fl

Jan 8, 2006                
Youth Program Open House 
Stepping Out Studios, 37 West 26th Street 12:00 - 3:00 
FREE  ATDF Open House celebrating the start of the Winter/Spring term with an afternoon of free tap classes, performances and fun for kids, teens, and grown-up tap lovers too. Drop in, try a class, meet our teachers and learn about the American Tap Dance Foundation's programming for children and teens. 

Jan 15 – June 25, 2006                                
ATDF Youth Classes 
Tap Levels 1 - 4 with instructors David Rider & Kirsten Burke Smith Junior Repertory and Tap City Youth Ensemble classes with Ensemble Director Susan Hebach and guest instructors Brenda Bufalino, Ayodele Casel, Harold Cromer, Michelle Dorrance, Derick K. Grant, Margaret Morrison & Tony Waag

March 1 - 29, 2006 & May 10 - June 7, 2006               
5-Week Workshops  Intermediate/Advanced tap technique and new repertory with Brenda Bufalino Wednesdays (12-2pm)

Oct 14 - Jan 20, 2006 & Feb 10 – June 9, 2006                
Churchill School Weekly tap class taught by Mellisa Frakman

January – March, 2006              
Tap City on Tour                                                                     
Tap City presented the best of the annual New York City Tap Festival, touring North America with an international cast of legendary tap veterans, cutting-edge tap soloists, and up-and-coming young talent. The cast of Tap City was drawn from a list of performers who have been featured in the New York City Tap Festival since it’s inception in 2001.

Jan 18 & Jan 19, 2006                                 
Tap City on Tour Community Tap Jam & Performance 
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania      
Rose Lehrman Arts Center  Harrisburg Area Community College 

Jan 21, 2006                                
Tap City on Tour Performance  
Charleston, West Virginia       
Charleston Municipal Auditorium 

Feb 17 – 20, 2006      
Annual ATDF Winter Tap Intensive                                    
A weekend of 16 dynamic master classes with Harold Cromer, Barbara Duffy, Thelma Goldberg, Derick K. Grant, Constance Valis Hill, Molutsi Mogami, Margaret Morrison, Jimmy Tate, Lynn Schwab, Tony Waag, and Karen Callaway Williams as well as a new tap choreography showcase, and an annual field trip to the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts to visit the Gregory Hines Collection of American Tap Dance Archives.

Feb 17, 2006              
3rd Annual Field Trip to the Gregory Hines Collection of American Tap Dance New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Lincoln Center Plaza, 3rd Floor Seminar Room 12-2pm  Free tour and orientation of the Gregory Hines Collection of American Tap Dance, housed in the Dance Collection at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at Lincoln Center, the largest repository for dance materials in the world. 100s of hours of tap dance video footage and materials are available to all for viewing and research.

Feb 19, 2006                                
Tap Talks / Tap Films (1:30 - 3:00 PM)
Chelsea Studios , 151 West 26th Street (6th Floor) 
FREE for all registered students  Historian Constance Valis Hill returns to the Winter Tap Intensive with a lunch time session of extraordinary tap dance video footage and tap history. 

Feb 20, 2006
New Tap Choreography (7:30 - 9:00 PM)
Stepping Out Studios, 37 W. 26th Street, 9th Floor NYC
Works by tap masters and rising artists, including a works-in-progress showing by students from Harold Cromer's new repertory residency, the All New Tap City and Junior Repertory Youth Ensembles. Hosted by Tony Waag. 

March 5, 2006                             
Tap City on Tour Performance  
Vineland, New Jersey            
Cumberland County College  Guaracini Fine Arts Center

March 9, 2006           
Tap City on Tour Performance  
Beaumont, TX              
The Jefferson Theatre 

March 10, 2006         
Ardmore, Oklahoma            
Tap City on Tour Performance & Master Class
Charles B. Goddard Center Theater

March 11, 2006 
Idabel, Oklahoma            
Tap City on Tour Performance & Master Class 
Idabel Regional Arts Council W. Darrell Buzan Auditorium 

April 23, 2006           
Jam it up at Capezio Dance Theatre Shop (5:00pm – 6:00pm) 1650 Broadway, 2nd Floor  (51st Street between B-way & 7th Avenue) Performance by the Tap City Youth Ensemble with surprise appearances by other local hoofers! 

April 27, 2006           
National Dance Week NYC 
Madame Tussaud’s (6:30 – 7:45 PM) 234 West 42nd Street 
The Tap City Youth Ensemble performed in a great line up including: Dance Manhattan, Ailey School, Joffrey Ballet School, Martha Graham Ensemble, Dance Times Square, American Bolero Dance Co., & Creative Outlet.

May 18, 2006            
Brookdale Elementary School
Bloomfield, New Jersey (10 – 11am) Tap City Youth Ensemble performed for children grades K-6. Margaret Morrison acted as Mistress of Ceremonies and Kendrick Jones II was the guest artist.

May 21, 2006            
Jam it up at Capezio Dance Theatre Shop (5:00pm – 6:00pm)
1650 Broadway, 2nd Floor  (51st Street between B-way & 7th Avenue)
Performance by the Tap City Youth Ensemble with surprise appearances by other local hoofers! 

May 23, 2006            
ATDF’s First Annual Spring Gala
Reception, Performance and Silent Auction in support of the Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Fund. Performing artists included Chole Arnold, Nate Cooper, Warren Craft, Jenai Cutcher, DeWitt Fleming, Amy Gordon, DJ Don Gramercy, DJ Supreme, Luke Hawkins, Chikako Iwahori, Kendrick Jones II, Mable Lee, Michela Marino Lerman, Jason Samuels Smith, Tap City Youth Ensemble, Max Pollak’s Rumba Tap, Lynn Schwab, Tony Waag and Joseph Wiggin. Guest speakers included Andre DeShields, Zackary Hines and Ben Vereen. 

June 18, 2006            
Jam it up at Capezio Dance Theatre Shop (5:00pm – 6:00pm)
1650 Broadway, 2nd Floor (51st Street between B-way & 7th Avenue)
Performances by the Tap City Youth Ensemble with surprise appearances by other local hoofers! 

June 29, 2006  Five Points to Harlem - Four Shows at Five Points (4) Performances: 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 4:30pm & 5:30pm 
Foley Square (Worth Street between Lafayette & Centre Streets) 
Four outdoor performances presented by the American Tap Dance Foundation. Performers include the Tap City Youth Ensemble, Guillem Alonso, Nate Cooper, Jenai Cutcher, Omar Edwards, DeWitt Fleming, Chikako Iwahori, Margaret Morrison, Max Pollak, Lynn Schwab, Karen Callaway Williams, and Tony Waag.

July 5, 2006
Tap City at Barnes & Noble (7:00pm – 8:00pm)
Broadway and 66th Street 
Tap dancing, tap discussion, questions and answers with Tony Waag, Mable Lee, Harold Cromer, Margaret Morrison, Nate Cooper and the Tap City Youth Ensemble.

July 8 – July 22, 2006
Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival

July 8 – 15, 2006
Adult, Pre-Professional and Youth Training Programs
Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street 
Daily tap classes taught by a star-studded faculty including: Kurt Albert, Guillem Alonso, Bob Audy, Klaus Bleis, Bernice Brooks, Roxane Butterfly, Karen Callaway Williams, Nathan Cooper, Harold Cromer, Marshall Davis Jr., Barbara Duffy, Omar Edwards, Edwin Fion, DeWitt Fleming, Rusty Frank, Walter Freeman, Mari Fujibayashi, Charles Goddertz, Jane Goldberg, Thelma Goldberg, Germaine Goodson, Susan Hebach, Josh Hilberman, Jeannie Hill, Theo Hill, Sharon Lavi, Christiane Matallo, Michael Minery, Deborah Mitchell, Molutsi Mogami, Margaret Morrison, Max Pollak, Fay Ray, Michele Ribble, David Rider, Olivia Rosenkrantz, Germaine Salsberg, Lynn Schwab, Randy Skinner, Linda Sohl-Ellison, Jimmy Tate, Constance Valis Hill, & Tony Waag

July 9, 2006 (8:00pm – 11:00pm) 
Opening Weekend Tap Jam
Pier 63 Maritime (West 23rd Street at the Hudson River)
Opening social event of Tap City 2006, the New York City Tap Festival! Meet fellow dancers, and party with our incredible faculty, performers and staff. Bring your shoes and Jam on the water while watching the sun go down. Cash bar and food available at the Tiki Hut Bar & Grill. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Five Points to Harlem was made possible, in part, by the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council with the generous support of The September 11th Fund.

July 9 – 14, 2006 
Daily Tap Talks/Tap Films Presentations (12:45 – 1:45pm)
Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street 
Daily discussions, film presentations and screenings conducted by leading professionals in the field including: Jenai Cutcher, Rusty Frank, Jane Goldberg, Laraine Goodman, Constance Valis Hill, and Mica Scalin.

July 10, 2006 
Sand Dance at Sunset (7:00 – 9:00pm) 
Marcus Garvey Park Amphitheater, Harlem
Dancer Guillem Alonso from Barcelona taught the basics of the traditional “Sand Dance” from the golden age of American Vaudeville.

July 11, 2006 
An Evening of Rare Tap Dance Films (7:00 pm)
The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42 Street
Hosted by Constance Valis Hill, with special guest Mercedes Ellington with an emphasis on Tap Dance and Orchestral Collaborations. Rarely seen tap films going back to the 1920's will be shown including: Duke Ellington's Black & Tan (1929), featuring the 5 Dancing Blazers, Duke Ellington's Concert of Sacred Music (1965) featuring Bunny Briggs and Jon Hendricks, and Touch, Turn, Return (1991) featuring Brenda Bufalino and the American Tap Dance Orchestra. As an added attraction, the program opened with a short preview from an upcoming feature documentary about the lives of four legendary women tappers: Brenda Bufalino, Lynn Dally, Sara Petronio, and Dianne Walker directed by Jenai Cutcher of JamJam Productions (jamjamproductions.org). 
Adult Showcase of Talent (9:30 pm)          
The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42 Street 
Tap City offers a performance opportunity to adult students, teachers, studio owners and senior ensembles who have the urge to emerge. Hosted by ATDF Education Director Margaret Morrison. 

July 12, 2006 
Youth Showcase of Talent (7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42 Street 
Tap City promotes the education of our youth by opening new doors of opportunity to future generations with a showcase of younger talent. Hosted by the lovely Yvette Glover. 

July 13, 2006  Tap Youth/Tap Future (7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Performances by kids, teens and youth ensembles from across the nation. Hosted by Tap City’s Youth Program Director Michele Ribble. The 4th annual TAP TEACHER AWARDS were presented. 

July 14, 2006  Tap Internationals (7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Performances by unique international artists and ensembles that converge from around the globe exploring new frontiers in tap dance! Artists include: Guillem Alonso (Spain), Nate Cooper (USA), Feet Beat Tap Ensemble (Finland), Kazu Kumagai (Japan), Sharon Lavi (Spain/Israel), Christiane Matallo (Brazil), Ritmico (Brazil/NYC), Max Pollak’s Rumba Tap (Austria/NYC), Sonidos (Brazil), Tapage (France/Japan), and Tap and Tray (Germany).

July 15, 2006 Tap Forward (7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
An evening of contemporary choreography created by leading soloists, cutting edge ensembles, and up and coming hoofers including Barbara Duffy & Company, Omar Edwards, Linda Sohl Ellison, DeWitt Fleming, Walter Freeman, Innovative Soul Productions, Michela Marino Lerman Mike Minery, David Rider, DJ Supreme, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and the Tap Collective. The annual HOOFER AWARD was presented to tap dancer/choreographer Lynn Dally and the TAP PRESERVATION AWARD will be presented to historian and performer Rusty Frank.

July 16, 2006 
Tap & Song (3:00 pm & 7:00 pm)
Tony Waag and friends take us on a rhythmic romp celebrating traditional vaudeville, comedy and classic song and dance. Performers include Nate Cooper, Warren Craft, Rusty Frank, Charles Goddertz, Josh Hilberman, Jeannie Hill, Mable Lee, Margaret Morrison, the New Jersey Tap Ensemble, Michele Ribble, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, Tony Waag and Karen Callaway Williams. Tap legend Bunny Briggs was inducted into the INTERNATIONAL TAP DANCE HALL OF FAME.

July 18, July 20 & July 22, 2006
Tap Forward (7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
An evening of contemporary choreography created by leading soloists, cutting edge ensembles, and up and coming hoofers including Barbara Duffy & Company, Omar Edwards, DeWitt Fleming, Walter Freeman, Innovative Soul Productions, Kazu Kumagai, Sharon Lavi, Michela Marino Lerman, Ritmico, Max Pollak’s Rumba Tap, DJ Supreme, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, and the Tap Collective.

July 19 & July 21, 2006
Tap and Song (7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Tony Waag and friends take us on a rhythmic romp celebrating traditional vaudeville, comedy and classic song and dance. Performers include Nate Cooper, Warren Craft, Charles Goddertz, Mable Lee, Margaret Morrison, Michele Ribble, David Rider, Kirsten Burke Smith, Tapage, Tap and Tray, Tap City Youth Ensemble, Tony Waag, Karen Callaway Williams and surprise guests!

July 28, 2006
Tap City on Tour Performance
Britt Festival Medford/Jacksonville, OR Outdoor Concert
Tony Waag conducts pre-performance Lecture.

Sept 16, 2006
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Macy’s Charity Day

September 16, 2006 (12:00 – 2:00pm), September 17, 2006 (10:00am – 11:00am), September 23, 2006 (12:00 – 2:00pm)
ATDF Youth Program Open Houses  
Chelsea Studios 151 W. 26th Street, 5th Floor, NYC
Free and open to the public. Join us for free sample tap classes for kids, presentations by our student performers, open registration and early-bird prices for year-round classes.

September 17, 2006 
Auditions for Tap City Youth Ensemble (12:00 – 4:00pm)
For tap dancers ages 7 – 19 for Tap City Youth Ensemble The ATDF’s exciting new performing ensemble brings young dancers together with professional choreographers to learn and perform classic and contemporary tap repertory.

September 24, 2006 – June 2007
Classes for Kids and Adults Year-Round Tap Training (ages 5 through teens) Creative Rhythms Pre-Tap for ages 3-4 Tap City Youth Ensemble Junior Repertory Class

September 27 – November 15, 2006
Brenda Bufalino teaches Tap Technique 

September 28 - November 16, 2006
Brenda Bufalino teaches Tap Composition
Advanced tap dancers work under Ms. Bufalino’s mentorship to explore compositional ideas, create and perform new solo and ensemble works of tap choreography.  Live music will accompany many of the classes.

September 2006 – June, 2007
Ongoing Beginning Tap for Adults 
Thursdays, 6-7pm Taught by Susan Hebach

Sept 16, 2006  12:00 – 2:00pm, Sept 17, 2006  10:00am – 11:00am & Sept 23, 2006  12:00 – 2:00pm                       
ATDF Youth Program Open House
Chelsea Studios 151 W. 26th Street, 5th Floor, NYC Free and open to the public. Free sample tap classes for kids, presentations by our student performers, open registration and early-bird prices for year-round classes. 

Sept 17, 2006                              
Auditions for Tap City Youth Ensemble 12:00 – 4:00pm  For tap dancers ages 7 – 19 
The ATDF’s exciting new performing ensemble brings young dancers together with professional choreographers to learn and perform classic and contemporary tap repertory.  

Sept 27 – Nov 15, 2006            
Brenda Bufalino teaches Tap Technique  Wednesdays

Sept 28 - Nov 16, 2006             
Brenda Bufalino teaches Tap Composition  Thursdays
Advanced tap dancers will work under Ms. Bufalino’s mentorship to explore compositional ideas, create and perform new solo and ensemble works of tap choreography. 

December 17, 2006
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance “Tappy Holidays”
Symphony Space

Jan 3 – Feb 21, 2007               
Brenda Bufalino teaches Tap Technique  & Tap Composition One-On-One Mentoring and Consultation 

Jan 7, 2007                                 
Youth Program Open House (3-4PM) 
Chelsea Studios 151 W. 26th Street, 5th Floor

February 5, 2007 (4–5pm)
Tap Dance Hall of Fame awarded to Dr. Bunny Briggs
West Las Vegas Library Free & Open to the Public!

Feb 10, 2007                                                
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance (3:00pm) "Kids Cafe Festival"  Produced by Dancewave, Inc. Kumble Theater  Long Island University. 1 University Plaza, Brooklyn

Feb 16 – 19, 2007                      
The Annual Winter Tap Intensive 
A weekend of 15 dynamic Master Classes for adults, teens, and children including a Three-day Residency with Brenda Bufalino, a New Tap Choreography Showcase, Tap Talks/Tap Films and Free Events. Teachers included Chloe Arnold, Bernice “Boom Boom” Brooks, Brenda Bufalino, Barbara Duffy, Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards, DeWitt Fleming, Susan Hebach, Constance Valis Hill, Margaret Morrison, Lynn Schwab, Jason Samuels Smith, Tony Waag, Baakari Wilder, and Karen Callaway Williams

Feb 18, 2007                      
New Tap Choreography Showcase 
Stepping Out Studios 37 West 26th Street, Chelsea (7:30pm) 

March 7, 2007                           
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance 
Trinity High School (part of dance week series) 141 W. 91st St. (8:15 - 8:25 am)

March 8-9, 2007
Tap City on Tour 
Workshop
Thursday March 8, 2007
Performance
Friday, March 9, 2007 8:00pm
Carlisle Regional Performing Arts Center
Carlisle, Pennsylvania

March 10, 2007
Tap City on Tour
Performance 8:00pm
Workshop  State Theatre Center for the Arts
Uniontown, Pennsylvania

March 11, 2007 
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Cobi’s Place Tap Jam 158 West 48th Street, 7:00pm   

March 22, 2007 Tap City on Tour 
Performance 7:30pm Workshop (Day)
Neumann Auditorium Wartburg College Waverly, Iowa

March 23-24, 2007
Tap City on Tour 
Workshop on Friday 23rd 4:30pm
Performance on Saturday 24th 7:30pm
Englert Civic Center Iowa City, Iowa

March 28, 2007
Tap City on Tour 
Performance 8:00pm Patriot Hall Sumter, South Carolina

March 31, 2007 “Jam it Up” at Capezio (2:00-3:00pm)
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance Capezio @ 51st and Broadway

April 21, 2007 “Jam it Up” at Capezio (2:00-3:00pm)
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance 
Capezio @ 51st and Broadway

April 28, 2007
National Dance Week NYC
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Cantor Auditorium/Brooklyn Museum (12-1pm) 200 Eastern Parkway

May 3, 2007 
ME:TV for Nickelodeon (5:00 – 7:00 PM)
Tap City Youth Ensemble performs on Nickelodeon show ME:TV Broadcast nationally on Nickelodeon.

May 19, 2007  
Open House for ATDF Youth Program (11:30am – 12:30pm) Chelsea Studios

May 20, 2007
“Jam it Up” at Capezio (2:00-3:00 pm)
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance Capezio @ 51st and Broadway

May 22, 2007
ATDF’s 2nd Annual Spring Gala (6-8pm)
Reception, Performance and Silent Auction Cielo, 18 Little West 12th Street The Tap City Youth Ensemble and the ATDF’s Youth Program dancers perform alongside professionals including Brenda Bufalino, Harold Cromer, Barbara Duffy and Company, Kazu Kumagai, Mable Lee, Jason Samuels Smith and Tony Waag. Celebrity hosts were Leslie Uggams and Maurice Hines. Gala proceeds support the American Tap Dance Foundation’s Youth Education Initiative:  The Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Fund, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, ATDF’s Year Round Training Program for children and teens, and Internship Program.

June 8, 2007
ATDF Youth Program Spring Concert (7:30-9:30pm)
Free for family & friends of performing students only.  Not open to the public. P.S. 41, 116 West 11th Street. A youth tap dance concert produced by Susan Hebach and the ATDF featuring:  the TCYE, ATDF Youth Program Students, Tap Collective Youth Program students, public school students.

June 16, 2007
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Brooklyn Children’s Museum
Susan Goldbetter’s Beat Street (2:30-3:30pm) Free and open to the public Brooklyn Children’s Museum 145 Brooklyn Avenue, Brooklyn NY 

June 23, 2007
Audition for new members of TCYE for 07–08 Season
Chelsea Studios (11:30am-2:30pm) 151 West 26th Street

July 7 – 14, 2007 
Tap City, the NYC Tap Festival Adult, Pre-Professional and Youth Training Programs
Chelsea Studios Daily tap classes taught by a star-studded faculty including: Chloe Arnold, Bob Audy, Terry Brock, Bernice “Boom Boom” Brooks, Brenda Bufalino, Robin Burdulis, Karen Callaway Williams, Ayodele Casel, Harold Cromer, Nicki Denner, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards, DeWitt Fleming Jr., Charles Goddertz, Thelma Goldberg, Derick K. Grant, Susan Hebach, Wyatt Jackson, Mable Lee, Billie Mahoney, Christiane Matallo, Deborah Mitchell, Margaret Morrison, Carson Murphy, Toni Noblett, Max Pollak, Sarah Reich, Michele Ribble, Germaine Salsberg, Jason Samuels Smith, Lynn Schwab, Randy Skinner, and Baakari Wilder.

Sunday, July 8 – Friday, July 13, 2007 (12:45pm – 1:45pm)
Daily Tap Talks/Tap Films Presentations
Chelsea Studios Curated by Constance Valis Hill. Moderators and participants included Sharon Arslanian, Ann Kilkelly, Susan Goldbetter, Pam Raff, and Billie Mahoney 

July 11, 2007
Tap Youth/Tap Future (7:00 & 9:30 pm)
Duke on 42nd Street Theater 
Performances by kids, teens and youth ensembles from across the nation and hosted by Tap City’s Youth Program Director Michele Ribble. The 4th annual TAP TEACHER AWARDS presented. 

July 12, 2007 Tap Internationals (7:00 & 9:30 pm)
Duke on 42nd St. Theater 
Performances by international artists and ensembles that converge from around the globe exploring new frontiers in tap dance! Artists included: Barbara Duffy & Andrea Del Conte (USA/Spain), Alexander Ivashkevich (Russia/Estonia), Chikako Iwahori (Japan), Kazu Kumagai (Japan), Jussi Lindroos (Finland), Christiane Matallo (Brazil), Max Pollak’s Rumba Tap (USA/Austria/Cuba/Japan), Rhythm & Shoes (USA), the Tap City Youth Ensemble (USA/South Africa) and Zen (Japan).

Friday, July 13, 2007 
Tap Forward (7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Duke on 42nd Street Theater 
An evening of contemporary choreography created by leading soloists, cutting edge ensembles, and up and coming hoofers including Chloe Arnold, Ayodele Casel, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy & Company (Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, Chikako Iwahori, Maya Jenkins, Carson Murphy, Claudia Rahardjanoto, & Lynn Schwab), Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards, DeWitt Fleming, Margaret Morrison, the New Jersey Tap Ensemble, Rhythm in Motion Bay Area Dance Company, Jason Samuels Smith, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and Tony Waag. The annual HOOFER AWARD was presented to tap dancer and choreographer Deborah Mitchell and the TAP PRESERVATION AWARD will be presented to producer Susan Goldbetter.  

July 14, 2007 
Tap & Song (7:00 pm & 9:30 pm)
Duke on 42nd Street Theater 
Tony Waag and friends took us on a rhythmic romp celebrating traditional vaudeville, comedy and classic song and dance. Performers include Terry Brock, Brenda Bufalino, Mary Giattino, Derick K. Grant, Ray Hesselink, Ann Kilkelly, Mable Lee, Parallel Exit (Ryan Kasprzak, Brent McBeth, and Derek Roland), Germaine Salsberg’s Les Femmes, Ruth Rosendaal, Courtney Runft, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, Tony Waag and Karen Callaway Williams. Tap legends Eddie Brown and Leon Collins were inducted into the INTERNATIONAL TAP DANCE HALL OF FAME.

September 2007 – June 2008 
Year-Round Tap Classes for Children and Teens
Chelsea Studios
Daily classes with Susan Hebach, Toni Noblett & Courtney Runft Master Classes with guest choreographers. (All levels and ages 31/2 – teens)  Tap City Youth Ensemble (ages 9 – 19), Chelsea Studios The ATDF’s performing ensemble brought young dancers together with professional choreographers to learn and perform classic and contemporary tap repertory.   Ongoing Classes for Adults Chelsea Studios/Stepping Out Studios
Tap Technique and Repertory taught by Brenda Bufalino Fast Beginning Tap taught by Susan Hebach  Basic Intro to Tap taught by Courtney Runft

September 9, 2007 
American Tap Dance Foundation Evening Stars – Celebration of Tap                                                               
Battery Park Free & Open to the Public!
New York City’s largest free outdoor dance series returns to Battery Park with world class dance companies, co-presented with Lower Manhattan Cultural Council and The Joyce Theater.  Activities include:    “Tap City Tap Off” (1-3pm) A daytime amateur tap dance contest where the first place winner is selected to perform with the pros in the evening concert.    Tap City Master Class (3:30-4:30pm) A free public tap dance lesson offered to all ages and all levels.   “Tap City Downtown” (7:30pm) An evening performance featuring a variety of tap groups and a live music trio (piano, drums, and bass) on stage. Co-produced by Tony Waag of the American Tap Dance Foundation offering the best of Tap City on Tour. 

September 15, 2007
TCYE Performance
Danskin Street Fair, Danskin Store 

October 7-14, 2007   
Tap City on Tour
Produced by the U.S. State Department in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy Yerevan, Armenia, Tap City represented American Tap by presenting performances in Gyumri, Vanadzor and Yerevan, Armenia. Dancers included Nate Cooper, DeWitt Fleming, Margaret Morrison, Karen Callaway Williams, & Tony Waag.  

November 1 -2, 2007 
Tap City on Tour
Monroe, Michigan River Raison Centre For Arts  

November 3, 2007  Tap City on Tour
Tecumseh, Michigan Tecumseh Center for the Arts  

December 14, 2007
TCYE Performance Tappy Holidays
Symphony Space   

January 26, 2008
TCYE Performance
Coler-Goldwater Hospital Roosevelt Island, 2 locations 

February 9, 2008
TCYE Performance
Dancewave’s “Kid’s Café” Festival 
Kumble Theater LIU in Brooklyn 

February 15 - February 18, 2008
ATDF Winter Tap Intensive
Chelsea Studios 
The ATDF presented a weekend of dynamic Master Classes at Chelsea Studios. Faculty includes Brenda Bufalino, Nicki Denner, Barbara Duffy, Mercedes Ellington, DeWitt Fleming, Derick K. Grant, Jared Grimes, Constance Valis Hill, Kendrick Jones II, Parris Mann, Margaret Morrison and Tony Waag

February 17, 2008 (3:00 – 4:00pm)
Free Tap Class Free public Basic Intro to Tap class for adults Chelsea Studios

February 17, 2008
ATDF Winter Tap Off & New Tap Choreography Showcase
Little Flower Theater, LaGuardia High School
Winter Tap Off (5:30 – 6:30 PM)
The Tap Off was an amateur hour for adults, teens and young dancers (ages 8 and up). Open to tap ensembles and soloists, Tap Off winners received scholarships to the New York City Tap Festival and a chance to perform in the New Tap Choreography Showcase. New Tap Choreography Showcase (8:00 PM)
Hosted by Tony Waag and Brenda Bufalino, the New Tap Choreography showcased the new works of today's hottest tap dancers and up-and-coming tap artists.  

February 27, 2008
TCYE Performance
Amateur Night at the Apollo Apollo Theater  TCYE performed Harold Cromer’s “Opus One”

April 11, 2008 TCYE Performance
Trinity Rhythm Festival Trinity School 

April 13, 2008
Tap City Youth Concert
Symphony Space 
Year-end concert featuring 120 students from ATDF’s ongoing classes, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and guest artists Melinda Sullivan and Kendrick Jones

May 11, 2008
TCYE Performance
National Dance Week New Dance Group 

May 19, 2008
TCYE Performance
New York Restoration Project Tomkins Square Park   

May 20, 2008
ATDF’s 3rd Annual Spring Gala
Helen Mills Event Space 
The Tap City Youth Ensemble and the ATDF’s Youth Program dancers performed alongside local professionals with celebrity hosts. Gala proceeds supported the American Tap Dance Foundation’s Youth Education Initiative: The Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Fund, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, ATDF’s Year Round Training Program for children and teens, and Internship Program.

May 25, 2008
TCYE Performance
National Tap Dance Day Tap Extravaganza Haft Auditorium, FIT   

Monday, May 26th, 2008 (6-8pm) 
KATHAK Master Class (Mixed Level)  Chelsea Studios Divine Rhythm Productions & American Tap Dance Foundation  Presented Pandit Chitresh Das the renowned master of Kathak (classical dance of North India) (Special participation by Jason Samuels Smith)

Saturday, June 28, 2008 (12:30 – 6:00pm)
Audition for the Tap City Youth Ensemble
Chelsea Studios

July 5 – 12, 2008
Tap City, the 8th Annual New York City Tap Festival

June 30 – July 4, 2008
Tap Attacks
Columbus Park, Thomas Paine Park, City Hall Park, Bowling Green Park, & Battery Park  All day tap jams (12 noon – 6pm) Organized by tap dancer Ruth Rosendaal.

July 5 – July 11, 2008
Adult, Pre-Professional and Youth Training Programs
Chelsea Studios
Daily tap classes taught by a star-studded faculty including: Chloe Arnold, Bob Audy, Ernest “Brownie” Brown, Brenda Bufalino, Karen Callaway Williams, Ayodele Casel, Heather Cornell, Harold Cromer, Nicki Denner, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, Edwin Fion, DeWitt Fleming Jr., Charles Goddertz, Jane Goldberg, Thelma Goldberg, Susan Goldbetter, Germaine Goodson, Derick K. Grant, Acia Gray, Jared Grimes, Susan Hebach, Josh Hilberman, Constance Valis Hill, Chikako Iwahori, Wyatt Jackson, Jason Janas, Ann Kilkelly, Kazu Kumagai, Reggio McLaughlin, Deborah Mitchell, Margaret Morrison, Toni Noblett, Sarah Petronio, Max Pollak, Sarah Reich, Michele Ribble, David Rider, Germaine Salsberg, Jason Samuels Smith, Lynn Schwab, Randy Skinner, & Alicia Smith

July 7, 2008 (7:30pm – 10:30pm) 
The Return of the Boat Ride & Jam
Circle Line Marina, Pier 83
The social event of the festival! New York’s famous Circle Line Tours took Tap City on a Jam/Cruise around Manhattan. Chloe Arnold and Bernice “Boom Boom” Brooks hosts two jams. 

July 6 – July 11, 2008
Tap Talks/Tap Films
Chelsea Studios
Curated by Constance Valis Hill and Margaret Morrison Tap City honors the collective history of tap dance as a vitally important and beautiful American art form. Tap Talks/Tap Films brings together teachers, writers, historians, students and performers to view a wide selection of tap dance on film, and discuss current issues within the field. Moderators and participants included Margaret Morrison, Ernest “Brownie” Brown of the team Cook & Brown, Harold Cromer of the team Stump and Stumpy, Hank Smith, Tina Pratt, Ann Kilkelly, Sarah Petronio & Jane Goldberg   

July 8, 2008 (8:00 pm)
Tap Forward
Symphony Space 
An evening of contemporary choreography created by leading choreographers for cutting edge ensembles including Chloe Arnold, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy & Company, Acia Gray, Derick K. Grant, Josh Hilberman, Jason Janas, Kazu Kumagai, Michela Marino-Lerman, Margaret Morrison, Carson Murphy, Andrew Nemr & CPD Plus, Jason Samuels Smith, Tapestry Dance Company, Tony Waag, Josette C. Wiggan, Zen & others! The annual HOOFER AWARDS were presented to tap dancers extraordinaire Tina Pratt and Derick K. Grant and the TAP PRESERVATION AWARD will be presented to teacher, historian and Professor Ann Kilkelly.  

July 9, 2008 (3:00 - 6:00 pm)
Youth Showcase of Talent: (ages 9-19)
Symphony Space 
An opportunity for Tap City students to share their talents. 

July 9, 2008 (8:00 - 10:00 pm)
Adult Showcase (ages 16 and up)
Symphony Space 
An opportunity for adult students at Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival to share their talents. From emerging ensembles to choreography learned during four day tap residencies this community event promotes continuing rhythmic education at any age!

July 10, 2008 (8:00 pm)
Tap Youth/Tap Future
Symphony Space 
Performances by kids, teens and youth ensembles from across the nation. Hosted by Tap City’s Youth Program Director Michele Ribble. The 5th annual TAP TEACHER AWARDS were presented. 

July 11, 2008 (8:00 pm)
Tap & Song
Symphony Space 
Tony Waag and friends took us on a rhythmic romp celebrating traditional vaudeville, comedy and classic song and dance. Performers included Brenda Bufalino, C3 Tap Cooperative, DeWitt Fleming, Acia Gray, Jared Grimes, Susan Hebach, Jason Janas, Kendrick Jones, Ann Kilkelly, Mable Lee and her Dancing Ladies, Reggio McLaughlin, Konstantin Nevredinov, Sarah Petronio, Max Pollak's Rumba Tap, Claudia Rahardjanoto, Mathew Sheilds, Hank Smith, Melinda Sullivan, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, Tapestry Dance Company, Tony Waag, Karen Callaway Williams and others. Tap legends Ernest "Brownie" Brown (of Cook and Brown),  Harold Cromer (of Stump and Stumpy) Mable Lee, and Dr. Jimmy Slyde were inducted into the INTERNATIONAL TAP DANCE HALL OF FAME.

September 3, 7, 11, & 13, 2008
Youth Program Free Open Houses
Chelsea Studios

September 2008 – June 2009
Ongoing Classes for Kids and Teens
Chelsea Studios
Year-Round Tap Classes for Children & Teens (All levels/all ages)  Daily classes taught by Susan Hebach, Tony Mayes, Toni Noblett, Claudia Rahardjanoto & Courtney Runft  Adv Technique classes with guest teachers/choreographers. Tap Classes ages 3 1/2 – adults  Weekend Tap Intensives for advance level professionals. Performance Opportunities

Tap City Youth Ensemble For tap dancers ages 11 – 19 for Tap City Youth Ensemble The ATDF’s exciting performing ensemble brings young dancers together with professional choreographers to learn and perform classic and contemporary tap repertory.  Directed by Susan Hebach. Ongoing Classes for Adults Year-Round Tap Classes for Adults  Daily classes (All levels and all ages)  Adv Technique classes with guest teachers/choreographers. Adv Choreography Workshops taught by Brenda Bufalino.

September 24 - October 6, 2008
Tony Waag’s Tap City Tours Romania!
Produced by the U.S. State Department in collaboration with the U.S. Embassy Romania. Dancers included DeWitt Fleming, Derick Grant, Margaret Morrison, Karen Callaway Williams, & Tony Waag.

October 11 & 12, 2008 
Take It to the Stage 
Choreography Intensive with Dancer Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards
Chelsea Studios
Dancers Chloe Arnold and Tony Waag team up and present the first of (8) Weekend Tap Choreography Intensives for Advance level professionals where dancers work intensively with today’s top Teachers/Choreographers as they create new works to be premiered in New York City.  

November 8 & 9, 2008 
Take It to the Stage 
Choreography Intensive with Dancer Jason Samuels Smith Chelsea Studios
Dancers Chloe Arnold and Tony Waag team up and present the second of (8) Weekend Tap Choreography Intensives for Advance level professionals where dancers work intensively with today’s top Teachers/Choreographers as they create new works to be premiered in New York City. 

November 11, 2008
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Coler Hospital
Roosevelt Island for the “Angelica Foundation”

November 14 & 15, 2008 (7:30pm)
Tap City on Tour
Independence Park Theatre Baton Rouge, LA    

November 15, 2008
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Long Island Children's Museum
Global Shoe Exhibit (1pm and 3pm)
Guest artist Guillem Alonso and live jazz trio

November 23, 2008
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
"Young Audiences" Sneak Preview
Studio showing, 5:45-6:45pm
Chelsea Studios 

December 6 & 7, 2008 
Take It to the Stage 
Choreography Intensive with Dancer Chloe Arnold Chelsea Studios
Dancers Chloe Arnold and Tony Waag team up and present the second of (8) Weekend Tap Choreography Intensives for Advance level professionals where dancers work intensively with today’s top Teachers/Choreographers as they create new works to be premiered in New York City.                 

December 12, 2008
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Tappy Holidays
Symphony Space, NYC 

December 14, 2008
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
ATDF youth jam/party with live band and guest artists
Chelsea Studios

January 10 & 11, 2009 
Take It to the Stage 
Choreography Intensive with Dancer Derick K. Grant Chelsea Studios
Dancers Chloe Arnold and Tony Waag team up and present the second of (8) Weekend Tap Choreography Intensives for Advance level professionals where dancers work intensively with today’s top Teachers/Choreographers as they create new works to be premiered in New York City.    

February 7, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Human Rights Campaign Gala, NYC                                        

February, 2009
Sound Check Performance Series  Judson Memorial Church  A tap dance concert “series” produced by ATDF staff members Tony Waag, Hjordis Linn and Tony Mayes and is ATDF’s first attempt at presenting a conceptual concert series consisting of nine uniquely different shows that continue to celebrate the diversity of tap, while illuminating the incredible breadth and scope of the dance form, from improvisation to choreography, contextual solo work to complex ensemble choreography and composition. Sound Check provides a new forum for expanding and developing new work.    

Thursday, February 12, 8pm
W-L-U-V Tune in to W-L-U-V and behold three pairs of the hottest young tap talents work out the rhythms of love to the smoothest radio DJ spinning your favorite platters. Director and chorographer Christopher Scott is joined by Kendrick Jones, Michela Marino-Lerman, Baakari Wilder, Carson Murphy, Melinda Sullivan plus Camille Gaston as DJ Max Love.   STOP LOOK LISTEN Choreography & Music by Katherine Kramer and Lanzallamas Stop Look Listen fuses tap dance and contemporary dance with an original score performed by "Lanzallamas" moving alongside 4 dancers.  The hybrid “afro-brazilian-gypsy” score heartens and propels the performers as they become a contemporary band of “tricksters” on a playful journey in a dangerous world.      

Friday, February 13, 8pm HEELING POWERS: RHYTHMS OF THE LEFT BRAIN   Tap soloist Joshua Hilberman draws on a restless imagination in his one-man tour de force, a 'greatest hits' extravaganza with 20-year collaborator pianist Paul Arslanian.  One-man band, improvisational virtuoso, filmmaker, choreographer, and vaudevillian, Hilberman presents tap dance past, present, and future: tap without borders.   PRIMORDIAL MEMORIES The wandering tap dance-nature poet Brenda Bufalino’s Primordial Memories is a dance of renewal, weaving the sinuous, ecstatic shapes and sounds of nature into organic counter-rhythms.  Blackbirds, blue herons and flying turtles evoke the elemental and evolve into the technological, covering the earth with it’s own rhythmic memory. Special guests include the Tap City Youth Ensemble.  

Wednesday, February 18, 7-8:30pm TAKE IT TO THE STAGE! 7-8:30 pm: Performance/Cocktail Reception ATDF’s 4th Annual Fundraiser with premiere performances and new work created by Chloe Arnold, Barbara Duffy & Company, Derick K. Grant, Kendrick Jones, Parallel Exit, Melinda Sullivan, Jason Samuels Smith, and Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards. The program also includes performances by the dynamic Tap City Youth Ensemble directed by Susan Hebach premiering new works created by Guillem Alonso from Barcelona, the late Buster Brown, Michelle Dorrance, Josh Hilberman and Tony Waag. All proceeds supported the Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Fund and ongoing education programs!  

Thursday, February 19, 8pm STAGES Under the direction of Barbara Duffy and Tony Stevens.  Barbara Duffy & Company incorporates song, dance, dialogue, choreography and improvisation into an evening of high energy entertainment. Stages touches upon issues to which everyone can relate such as love, friendship, self-doubt and the courage to express one's true identity. It pays tribute to the masters who have shaped the art form and celebrates life through the universal power of rhythm. TIME STEP Directed by Mark Lonergan, Choreography by Ryan Kasprzak, Brent McBeth, and Derek Roland. New York's Parallel Exit presents a brand new work blending tap, rhythm, and physical comedy. Fresh, funny, and filled with moments of visual magic, Time Step pushes tap in a new direction by conveying a story of three hoofers entirely through rhythm and choreography.   

Friday, February 20, 8pm TAPSPLOITATION  Directed/Choreographed by Michela Marino-Lerman. The story of a young woman and man who search for meaning and personal identity in 1970’s urban America. Through tap dance and the music of the era, Tapsploitation pulsates with the energy and turmoil of this perilous and exotic time, and follows the characters on their journey through the streets of the American city, to the jungles of Vietnam, to the abyss of drug addiction, and back to a dawning awareness of the path to self-understanding.    RUMBATAP   Artistic Director Max Pollak, named one of “25 to Watch in 2007” by Dance Magazine, was the first person to merge American Rhythm Tap with authentic Afro-Cuban music and dance.  Capturing the charged electricity and power of a Latin jazz "Orquesta," RumbaTap features a multi-talented international cast of musicians and dancers.   

February 20, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
JASA Sr. Center 12:45-1:45pm  

February 27, 2009  
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance 
“Young Audiences Showcase”
Ross Global Academy, 11:00am  

March 10, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance 
“Men’s Night Out”, Special Event, Macy’s Herald Square, 6-8pm  

March 11, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Riverbank State Park, 10:30-11:30am
Part of "Women's History Series" in assoc. with Circuit Productions

March 14 & 15, 2009 
Take It to the Stage 
Choreography Intensive with Dancer Jared Grimes Chelsea Studios
Dancers Chloe Arnold and Tony Waag team up and present the second of (8) Weekend Tap Choreography Intensives for Advance level professionals where dancers work intensively with today’s top Teachers/Choreographers as they create new works to be premiered in New York City.    

March 28, 2009 
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
“Angelina Ballerina” television taping for Channel Thirteen, 2-5pm  

April 5, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
“Young Audiences Preview”
Chelsea Studios, 1-2pm  

April 18, 2009 (8pm)
Tap City on Tour 
USC-Beaufort Performing Arts Center Beaufort, SC

April 22, 2009
Audition for the “New” Tap Dance Orchestra
ATDF embarks on a new preservation project funded by the NEA as part of American Masterpieces: Three Centuries of Artistic Genius where the organization will reconstruct two seminal works by Ms. Bufalino that were originally created for the American Tap Dance Orchestra. 

April 25 & 26, 2009 
Take It to the Stage 
Choreography Intensive with Dancer Brenda Bufalino
Chelsea Studios
Dancers Chloe Arnold and Tony Waag team up and present the second of (8) Weekend Tap Choreography Intensives for Advance level professionals where dancers work intensively with today’s top Teachers/Choreographers as they create new works to be premiered in New York City.    

May 2, 2009 11:30-4pm 
Tap City Youth Ensemble Audition
Chelsea Studios 151 West 26th Street   

May 3, 2009
ATDF Education Program OPEN HOUSE (10-11am)
Chelsea Studios 

May 9 & 10, 2009 
Take It to the Stage 
Choreography Intensive with Dancer Michelle Dorrance Chelsea Studios
Dancers Chloe Arnold and Tony Waag team up and present the second of (8) Weekend Tap Choreography Intensives for Advance level professionals where dancers work intensively with today’s top Teachers/Choreographers as they create new works to be premiered in New York City.    

May 13, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
“NY 1: Parenting, Where to Go, by Shelley Goldberg”, Chelsea Market, 12-2pm  

May 18, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
"Boston's National Tap Day Celebration"
Regent Theater in Lexington, MA, 8pm  

May 21, 2009 (7:00 – 10:30pm)
Sunset Boat Ride & Tap Jam
A lively and spirited cruise around Manhattan. Circle Line Marina, pier 83 West 42nd Street at the Hudson River Tony Waag and the staff of the American Tap Dance Foundation offered a very unique evening of fun for all ages. Tap jam hosts included Chloe Arnold, DeWitt Fleming, and Michela Marino-Lerman and danced to the Theo Hill Jazz Trio. Other participating artists included Brenda Bufalino, Captain Harold Cromer, Mable Lee, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, and more! 

June 6, 2009
Tap City Youth Concert
Peter J. Sharp Theater Symphony Space Year-end concert featuring students from ATDF’s ongoing classes, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and guest artists.  

June 14, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House
Part of the "Second Sundays" performance series, 2:00pm, NYC

July 6 – 11, 2009
Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival Adult, Pre-Professional and Youth Training Programs
Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street 
Daily tap classes taught by a star-studded faculty including: Chloe Arnold, Brenda Bufalino, Harold Cromer, Nicki Denner, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, Mercedes Ellington, DeWitt Fleming, Jr., Thelma Goldberg, Derick K. Grant, Acia Gray, Jared Grimes, Susan Hebach, Ray Hesselink, Geo Hubela, Kelly Kaleta, Ann Kilkelly, Lisa LaTouche, Carson Murphy, Max Pollak, Sarah Reich, Michele Ribble, David Rider, Germaine Salsberg, Jason Samuels Smith, Lynn Schwab, Randy Skinner, Hank Smith, Alicia A. Smith, Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, & Jimmy Tate  

July 6 – 11, 2009 
Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival
Tap Talks/Tap Films Presentations 
Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street 
Open to registered students only!  Daily educational activities designed to encourage discussion, exchange ideas, explore the rich and diverse legacy and history of the art form and illuminate issues within the field today. Curated by dancer, teacher and ATDF Year-Round Youth Program Director Susan Hebach.  

July 6, 2009 (9:30-11:00PM)
Jam @ Joe's - Opening Night Tap Jam
Joe's Pub at the Public Theater 425 Lafayette Street 
The American Tap Dance Foundation kicks off its annual weeklong festival, Tap City, with this dynamic and rhythmic event. Produced in association with Awoye Timpo, tappers from around the world will join for a night of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The live jazz trio features Bernice Brooks on drums, Jess Jurkovic on piano and Joe Fonda on bass. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire Barbara Duffy with guest appearances by Tap City Faculty and Students.

July 8, 2009 (8:00 - 9:30pm)
Tap Awards Ceremony
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Bruno Walter Auditorium, 111 Amsterdam Avenue & 65th Street 
Hosted by Director Tony Waag and tap historian Constance Valis Hill of the American Tap Dance Foundation, with live performances and film presentations honoring this year’s awardees: Brenda Bufalino (Tap Dance Hall of Fame Award), The Class Act (Tap Dance Hall of Fame Award), Mercedes Ellington (Hoofer Award), Randy Skinner (Hoofer Award), and Marshall and Jean Stearns (Tap Preservation Award). This event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited! First come first served!   

July 9, 2009 (2:00pm) 
Adult Student & Faculty Showcase (Ages 15+)
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre  Peter Norton Symphony Space 2537 Broadway at 95th Street 
Tap City 2009 offers performance opportunities to adult students, teachers, professional and senior ensembles who have the urge to emerge. It’s a chance to see and be seen, showcasing amateur and professional groups from around the US and around the world, as well as works-in-progress by students in the Tap City Adult Residencies and Master Tap Intensive Choreography Showcases developed throughout the year by the American Tap Dance Foundation. Hosted by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag. 

July 9, 2009 (7:00pm) 
Tap Youth/Tap Future For Kids, By Kids (ages 6 -19)
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre  Peter Norton Symphony Space 2537 Broadway at 95th Street 
Each year, Tap City offers young dancers and youth ensembles a chance to dance in a professionally produced concert. Tap Youth/Tap Future highlights the world's most talented upcoming tap stars. Hosted by Tap City Youth Program Director Michele Ribble and ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag.  

July 10, 2009 (8:00pm) 
The Main Event!
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre  Peter Norton Symphony Space 2537 Broadway at 95th Street 
Once again, the Mayor of Tap City Tony Waag brings together an eclectic cast of legendary tap dance veterans, cutting edge soloists, contemporary ensembles, and the hottest new hoofers on the scene today, in honor of America’s most virtuosic and entertaining art form. Tap City creates a rich and diverse kaleidoscope of tap artists and a unique variety of styles, rhythms and musical feet including a premiere performance by the “New” Tap Dance Orchestra with a reconstructed work by the legendary dancer and choreographer Brenda Bufalino. New work, new faces and new voices will also be premiered and performed by an international cast of tappers that include Chloe Arnold, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy and Company, Dormeshia Sumbry Edwards, Derick K. Grant, Nicole Harris, Sean Jackson, Chikako Iwahori, Jamaal Kendall, Kazu Kumagai, Carson Murphy, Claudia Rahardjanato, Sarah Reich, Lynn Schwab, Chris Scott, Jason Samuels Smith, Jimmy Sutherland, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, Tony Waag, Joseph Webb, Baakari Wilder and others.

July 30, 2009 
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance  
Young Audiences
“City Parks Kids”, Al Smith Park, 10:30-11:30am 

August 6, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance  
“Gerson Cultural Arts Series”, Council Senior Center, 1:30-2:30  

September 9, 13, 14 & 19 & October 4, 2009
ATDF Youth Program Open Houses For ages 3 1/2 to teens.
Chelsea Studios  

September 13, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Audition
Chelsea Studios  

September 2009 – December 2009
Ongoing Classes for Kids and Teens 
Year-Round Tap Classes for Children & Teens (All levels/all ages) ages 3 1/2 – adults Adv Technique classes for teens and adults  Weekend Tap Intensives for advance level professionals.
Chelsea Studios  
Tap City Youth Ensemble  For tap dancers ages 11 – 19  The ATDF’s exciting performing ensemble brings young dancers together with professional choreographers to learn and perform classic and contemporary tap repertory. Directed by Susan Hebach.
Chelsea Studios  
Ongoing Classes for Adults  Year-Round Tap Classes for Adults  Daily classes (All levels and all ages)  Adv Technique classes with guest teachers/choreographers.
Chelsea Studios  

Advanced Choreography Workshops Taught by Brenda Bufalino.
Stepping Out Studios 37 West 26th Street   

October 4, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Ernest “Brownie” Brown Memorial St. Peters Church, 7:30pm   

October 18, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Grand Prospect Hall, Brooklyn, Private Party, 2-4pm   

November 2, 2009
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
“American Jubilee” Career Transitions for Dancers, 7:00pm  
New York City Center

December 5, 2009
Open House/Holiday Party
Live, music, dancing and refreshments celebrating the new ATDF home. For current kids and parents enrolled in ATDF Programs.  

January 4, 2010
Open House/Press Event
American Tap Dance Center 
Opens its doors for ongoing educational programs
154 Christopher Street #2B   

January 2010 – June 2010
Ongoing Classes for Kids and Teens 
Year-Round Tap Classes for Children & Teens (All levels/all ages)   
Tap City Youth Ensemble 
For tap dancers ages 11 – 19 for Tap City Youth Ensemble The ATDF’s exciting performing ensemble brings young dancers together with professional choreographers to learn and perform classic and contemporary tap repertory.  Directed by Susan Hebach.  
Ongoing Classes for Adults  Year-Round Tap Classes for Adults 
Daily classes (All levels and all ages) 
Weekend Tap Intensives
Adv Technique classes with guest teachers/choreographers. Adv Choreography Workshops taught by Brenda Bufalino.
American Tap Dance Center  154 Christopher Street #2B   

January 18, 2010
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
”Coler Goldwater Hospital, Angelica Foundation, 2:30-3:30pm  

January 22, 2010
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance  
“Tappin’ Into New York” Douglaston Elementary School, Young Audiences New York, 10:00-11:00am  

February 13-14, 2010
The ATDF annual Winter Tap Intensive
Two Day Intensives with Brenda Bufalino & Derick K. Grant  

February 13, 2010
Book Signing with Constance Valis Hill
Tap Talks/Tap Films  

February 14, 2010
Meet & Greet Event/ Tap Jam

February 19, 2010
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
“Fridays at Noon” performance series Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA) 

February 23, 2010 
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
“Tappin’ Into NY” Hutchinson Elementary School Putnam/Northern Westchester
BOCES Arts in Education Services, 10am-12pm  

March 19, 2010
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
“Tappin’ Into NY” British International School, 10-11am

April 14 -18, 2010
Sound Check, a Tap Dance Journey
Dance Theater Workshop (6) Shows directed by Brenda Bufalino & Tony Waag. A unique fusion of percussive dance and classic musical theater through a dynamic and whimsical composition blending music, percussion, text, imagery, improvisation, and choreography. Woven throughout the piece were excerpts from “The Last Rehearsal Hall” a new musical written by Brenda Bufalino that celebrates Tap, Middle Eastern, and Flamenco Dance and how their practice joins together as they share the rooms of their beloved yet broken down rehearsal hall. Cast included the “New” American Tap Dance Orchestra, Brenda Bufalino, Harold Cromer, Barbara Duffy, & Company, Ranya Renée, Aurora Reyes, Tony Waag and Cartier Williams. Bernice Brooks (on drums), Basilio Georges (on guitar), Jonny Peiffer (on piano/melodica) & Charlie Tokarz (on reeds). 

May 8, 2010 (10:00-11:00am & 3:00-4:00pm)
Free Open Houses for Kids, Teens & Adults
Sample classes & learn about our programs,  year-round classes, festival, camps, & youth ensemble!
American Tap Dance Center,  154 Christopher Street #2B   

May 22, 2010
“Tap City Youth Concert”
Symphony Space, ATDF, 7-9pm
Year-end concert featuring students from ATDF’s ongoing classes, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and guest artists.  

June 5, 2010 (10:00-11:00am)
Free Tap Dance Open Houses  For Kids, Teens & Adults
Take a sample class & learn about our programs,  year-round classes, festival, camps, & youth ensemble!
American Tap Dance Center,  154 Christopher Street #2B   

Saturday, June 5, 2010 (2:30-6:00pm)
Audition For Advanced Teens
American Tap Dance Center,  154 Christopher Street #2B 

June 13, 2010
TCYE Performance  
“Second Sundays” Performance Series
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House, 2:00-3:00pm

June 14, 2010 (2 shows 9 & 10am) 
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
PS 21, Bronx, NY 

June 25, 2010 
TCYE Performance  
“Tappin’ Into NY”
PS 21X, Bronx, NY, 9 & 10am (double show)

July 5-10, 2010
Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival

July 5 – Thursday, July 8, 2010
Youth Training Programs & Studio Student Events
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street 
Daily tap classes taught by a star-studded faculty including: Guillem Alonso, Maud Arnold, Brandy Blaha, Bernice Brooks, Brenda Bufalino, Karen Callaway Williams, Audrey Davis, Juan de Juan, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, Derick K. Grant, Claudia Rahardjanoto, Courtney Runft, & Janeeka Wilson.

July 5 – July 10, 2010
Adult and Pre-Professional Training Programs
Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street 
Daily tap classes taught by a star-studded faculty including: Guillem Alonso, Chloe Arnold, Brenda Bufalino, Karen Callaway Williams, Juan de Juan, Cristina Delius, Barbara Duffy, Thelma Goldberg, Derick K. Grant, Acia Gray, Susan Hebach, Katherine Kramer, Deborah Mitchell, Germaine Salsberg, Lynn Schwab, Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, Gregoire Vandersmissen, Joseph Webb, Cartier Williams, & Nicholas Young. 

July 5, July 7, & July 8, 2010 (1:00-2:00pm)
Daily Tap Talks/Tap Films Presentations 
Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street 
Free Event open to all festival participants!  Tap City’s unique lunch-time events coordinated by Tony Waag and Constance Valis Hill, Tap City 2010 celebrates 10 years of innovative and classic performances on video tape, revisited and reviewed!   

July 5, 2010 (4:00 – 5:30pm)
Teen “Take It To The Studio” Showcase
An informal in-studio performance opportunity for TEENS (PPP only ages 14 - 19) 
Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street (Between 6th and 7th Avenues)

July 5, 2010 (6:00 pm)
Book Signing With Karen Callaway Williams, author of “Gabriella’s Tap Shoes.”
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St. #2B (Betw Washington & Greenwich Streets) 

July 5, 2010 (7:00 - 8:00 pm)
Tappy Hour -Sweet Feet - Meet and Greet 
Opening night "Meet & Greet" Reception held at the new home to the ATDF and Tap City! 
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St. #2B (Betw Washington & Greenwich Streets)

July 6, 2010 (1:00 – 2:00pm)
Adult “Take It To The Studio” Showcase
An informal in-studio performance opportunity for ADULTS (Adult Program ages 15+)
Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th Street (Between 6th and 7th Avenues)

July 7, 2010 (1:45 – 2:30pm)
Youth “Take It To The Studio” Showcase
A performance opportunity for solos, duos, trios & small ensembles (Youth Program ages 10-14)  American Tap Dance Center 154 Christopher St. #2B (Betw Washington & Greenwich Streets)

July 8, 2010 (7:00pm)
Tap Future - All Student Showcase 
Tap dancers performed for each other in an informal performance featuring the newly minted work from all of the Tap City Choreography Residencies from the Mini-Fest, Youth, Pre-Professional and Adult Festival Education Programs.  Peter Jay Sharp Theatre Peter Norton Symphony Space 2537 Broadway at 95th Street

July 9, 2010 (8:00pm)
Tap City 2010 - The Main Event! 
Celebrating it’s 10th year anniversary, Tap City presented a unique variety of styles, rhythms and musical feet including new faces, new voices and new work premiered and performed by an international cast of tappers that include: Guillem Alonso, Chloe Arnold, Brenda Bufalino, Chili con Tap, Cristina Delius, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy and Company, Acia Gray, Derick K. Grant, Rita Hamilton, Susan Hebach & Tap City Youth Ensemble Alumni, Chikako Iwahori, Juan de Juan, Shelby Kaufman, Katherine Kramer, Carson Murphy, Lynn Schwab, Germaine Salsberg, Grégoire Vandersmissen, Tony Waag, Danny Wallace, Xander Weinman, Cartier Williams, Nicholas Young and others!
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre,  Peter Norton Symphony Space - 2537 Broadway at 95th Street 

July 10, 2010 
The 2010 Tap City Awards Ceremony (7:00pm/Book Signing at 6:30pm)
Book Signing with Tap Historian and Author of Tap Dancing America – A Cultural History  Constance Valis Hill followed by presentations honoring this year’s awardees: Maurice Hines (Tap Dance Hall of Fame Award), Acia Gray (Hoofer Award), Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards (Hoofer Award), and Constance Valis Hill (Tap Preservation Award) and the east coast premiere of Gotta Move: Women in Tap a film by Lynn Dally.  The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
Bruno Walter Auditorium, 111 Amsterdam Avenue & 65th Street 

July 16, 2010
TCYE Performance
“Tappin’ Into New York”, Tappan Park, Staten Island, NY,
City Parks Foundation & YANY, 10am

July 22, 2010
TCYE Performance
“Tappin’ Into New York”
Morningside Park, Manhattan, NY City Parks Foundation & YANY, 10am

July 27, 2010
TCYE Performance
“Tappin’ Into New York” Courtney Calendar Playground, Manhattan, New York City Parks Foundation & YANY, 10:00am

August 2 - 6, 2010
Summer Tap Camp for Kids!
For beginners - ages 6-8 (9:30am-2:00pm) Tap technique class and choreography each day  Master classes in African dance, Percussion & Music Making, Hip Hop, Tap History & Film plus One Field Trip and Presentation for parents on last day.  

August 23 - 26, 2010 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Summer Tap Intensive for Youth  For ages 8 - 13      
Tap technique class and choreography each day Master classes in turns, slides, and choreography  Tap History & Film, Field Trip, Live Music Presentation for parents on last day in studio.   

September, 2010 – June, 2011
Ongoing Classes for Kids and Teens  Year-Round Tap Classes for Children & Teens (All levels/all ages) 
Tap City Youth Ensemble For tap dancers ages 11 – 19 for Tap City Youth Ensemble The ATDF’s exciting performing ensemble brings young dancers together with professional choreographers to learn and perform classic and contemporary tap repertory.  Directed by Susan Hebach.
Ongoing Classes for Adults  Daily classes (All levels and all ages)   
Advanced & Pro Workshops for Adults & Teens 13+  Saturdays, 4:15-6:15pm Taught by Rotating Roster of Teachers Each Workshop Series runs for two to four weeks with a focus on professional tap skills: great works of classic tap repertory, contemporary material, and musicianship or improvisation skills. Upcoming 2011 choreographers and repertory will include works by Jimmy Slyde, Cookie Cook, Pete Nugent, Buster Brown, etc. taught by our roster of ATDF tap artists. Check the website for the schedule of teachers and repertory. Drop-ins allowed but students are encouraged to register for the entire two- or four-week Workshop Series.  Barbara Duffy: Leon Collins Routines 1 & 2 (October 2010) Michelle Dorrance: Harold Cromer’s “Opus One” (October-November 2010) Brenda Bufalino: Charles “Honi” Coles’ Repertory (December 2010) Roxane Butterfly: Teaching Jimmy Slyde (January 22 & 29, 2011) Margaret Morrison with guest musicians: Musicianship for Tap Dancers (February 5, 12 & 26, 2011) Susan Hebach: “Breezin’” by Pete Nugent (March 5, 12 & 19, 2011)

October 24, 2010
TCYE Performance
Bleecker Park Halloween Parade, NYC

November 5-7, 2010
Fall Tap Intensive
Taught by Brenda Bufalino and pianist Vladimir Katz American Tap Dance Center

November 8, 2010
ATDF Youth Program "Junior Ensemble" Performance - ages 8-12
Career Transitions for Dancers "25th Silver Jubilee" Gala Fundraiser New York City Center  Hosted by Angela Lansbury, this event featured ATDF's Artistic Director Tony Waag and prominent artists from America's greatest dance companies along with Broadway's show-stopping numbers as well as superstars Bebe Neuwirth, Ann Reinking and Chita Rivera. 

November 11, 2010
TCYE Performance
Council Senior Center, NYC 

November 26, 2010
TCYE Performance
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

December 3, 2010 (7-9pm)
Rhythm and Rhyme
An Informal Evening of Poetry and Tap Dance performed By Brenda Bufalino Book Launch of her new poetry book "Circular Migrations" published by Cod Hill Press. Brenda's recent clay creations exhibit and Book signing, wine and talk.

December 11, 2010 12:15 - 1:15pm
"Tap Talks/Tap Films"
"Jigging, Jazz Tap, Hoofing & History"  Presented by Margaret Morrison, MFA
Video journey through tap history for the whole family!
American Tap Dance Center

December 17, 2010 (6-8pm)
Youth Program Holiday Party!
American Tap Dance Center

December 18, 2010 (7-9pm)
Adult Program Holiday Party!
American Tap Dance Center

December 30, 2010
TCYE Performance
Children's Museum of Manhattan

January 17, 2011
TCYE Performance
Coler Goldwater Hospital 

February 5 & 6, 2011

ATDF Youth Program Open House For Pre-Tap Students 
Sample class & information about our programs. 
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B 

February 12, 2011 
5th Annual K-12 Education Expo & TCYE Performance
Kimmel Center, NYU

February 19 & 20, 2011
Winter Tap Intensive
Classes taught by Brenda Bufalino and pianist Vladimir Katz, Jared Grimes and Nicholas Young American Tap Dance Center

February 19, 2011 (1:30-2:30pm)

Tap Talks/Tap Films Happy Birthday Gregory Film celebration in memory of Gregory Hines hosted by Tony Waag
American Tap Dance Center

February 19, 2011 (8-10pm)
Tap Jam Hosted by Michela Marino-Lerman with Vladimir Katz on piano and William Harvey on bass American Tap Dance Center

February 20, 2011 (1:30-2:30pm)
Tap Talks/Tap Films
Juanita Pitts: Race, Gender and the Female Hoofer Video and history presentation by Margaret Morrison

February 23, 2011
TCYE Performance
Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA)

February 25, 2011
TCYE Performance
Young Audiences, Columbia Grammar School 

March 10, 2011
TCYE Performance
Women in the World Event Hudson Theater, NYC

March 13, 2011
TCYE Performance
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House

March 20 & March 27, 2011 
Audition: New! Boys Apprentice Program for Tap City Youth Ensemble
American Tap Dance Center

March 26, 2011 TCYE Performance 
Global Village Festival Armonk, NY

April 3, 2011
TCYE Performance
Jewish Association for Services for the Aged (JASA)

Sunday, April 3, 2011
Audition for Tap City Youth Ensemble 2011– 2012 
American Tap Dance Center

May - September, 2011
Free Tap Dance Open Houses For Kids, Teens & Adults
American Tap Dance Center
Saturday, May 21st, 2011: 12:15-1:15pm (Youth) 
Saturday, June 4th, 2011: 12:15-1:15pm (Youth) 
Saturday, June 25th, 2011: 12:15-1:15pm (Youth) 
Wednesday, September 7th 2011: 4:00-5:00pm (Youth) 
Wednesday, September 7th, 2011: 6:15-7:15pm (Adults) 
Saturday, September 10th, 2011: 11:00-12:00pm (Youth) 
Sunday, September 11th, 2011: 11:00-12:00 (Youth)

Monday, May 16, 2011 (6:30-8:30pm)
TAP 25, ATDF's Fundraising Event 
"Rhythm is our Business" An evening of fun, film and fancy footwork in support of the Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Fund! Guest hosted by Brian Stokes Mitchell with appearances by Derick K. Grant, Max Pollak, Cartier Williams, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, the Tap City Junior Ensemble, and other ATDF Youth Program Students. With Bernice “Boom Boom” Brooks on drums, Joe Fonda on bass, Vladimir Katz on piano. All proceeds supported the Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Fund.
Thalia Theater at Symphony Space

May 23, 2011
TCYE Performance
YANY School Show - "Tappin' Into New York"
PS 250 Elementary, Brooklyn, NY

May 25, 2011
Tap Jam & Film
Film 6:30-7:30pm: 45 minute documentary ‘’Hoofalogies/The Spirit of Jimmy Slyde’’, based on unique archival footage peeking through the hoofing scene of the nineties in New York City! 
Jam 7:30-9pm: A night of live jazz and creative rhythm making hosted by Roxane Butterfly
American Tap Dance Center

May 27, 2011
TCYE Performance
YANY School Show - "Tappin' Into New York"
PS 399K, Brooklyn, NY

June 18, 2011
Tap City Youth Program Year-End Concert 
Peter J. Sharp Theater Symphony Space
Year-end concert featuring students from ATDF’s ongoing classes, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and guest artists.

June 22, 2011
TCYE Performance
Young Audiences School Show "Tappin' Into New York"
JHS 185Q, Queens, NY

June 26, 2011
TCYE Performance
National Dance Week Salvatore Capezio Theater, NY

July 5 - 10, 2011
Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival Adult, Pre-Professional and Youth Training Programs

July 5 – July 10, 2011
Daily tap classes taught at various locations by star-studded faculty. For details and schedule visit: atdf.org   

July 5, 2011
Tap Talks/Tap Films
DANY Studios, 305 West 38th Street (bet. 8th & 9th Aves)
Free events open to all these unique lunch-time events enrich and broaden your tap dance world.  Panel discussion hosted by Ann Kilkelly on the "State" of the Art Form!  

July 5, 2011
Copasetic Boat Ride (Boards/7:30pm Sails/10:30pm Docks) 
Circle Line Marina, pier 83, West 42nd Street at the Hudson River Live music, entertainment and dancing, dancing. Cash bar/snacks.

July 6, 2011 (6:30pm)  
Tap City - Tap Competition
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B
Created to further the perception and presentation of Tap Dance. Participants will be critiqued by a panel of judges. To register contact: American Tap Dance Foundation

July 7, 2011
Tap Talks/Tap Films
DANY Studios, 305 West 38th Street (bet. 8th & 9th Aves)
Free events open to all these unique lunch-time events enrich and broaden your tap dance world.  Tribute to the Copasetics hosted by Hank Smith Archival film clips, discussion & more!  

July 8, 2011 (7:00pm) 
Tap Future (All Student Showcase)
Peter Norton Symphony Space Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street 
Tap City puts ALL youth, teen and adult students on stage. Hosted by our Education Program Faculty and ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag. 

July 9, 2011 (8:00pm)
Salute to the Copasetics (the Masters of Swing!)
Peter Norton Symphony Space, Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street 
Tap City reflects on the amazing contributions and legacy of the legendary Copasetics, and looks forward into new premieres, choreography, grooves and voices! A celebration of our ELEVENTH festival year and the 25TH ANNIVERSARY of the American Tap Dance Foundation!! 

August 15 - 19, 2011
Summer Tap Camp for Kids! Ages 5-9 (9:30am-2:00pm)
Tap technique class and choreography each day  Master classes in various percussive dance forms, Tap History & Film plus One Field Trip and Presentation for parents on last day. 

August 16, 2011
TCYE Performance
New York Parks Foundation Van Courtland Park, NY

August 22 - 26, 2011
Summer Tap Camp for Kids! Ages 8+ (9:30am-2:00pm)
Tap technique class and choreography each day  Master classes in various percussive dance forms, Tap History & Film plus One Field Trip and Presentation for parents on last day.   

September 12, 2011 – June 17, 2012
Ongoing Classes for Kids and Teens 
Year-Round Tap Classes for Children & Teens (All levels/all ages) 
Tap City Youth Ensemble For tap dancers ages 11 – 19 for Tap City Youth Ensemble The ATDF’s exciting performing ensemble brings young dancers together with professional choreographers to learn and perform classic and contemporary tap repertory.  Directed by Susan Hebach.
Ongoing Classes for Adults  Daily classes (All levels and all ages)   

October 22, 2011
Jr. Ensemble Performance
Bleecker Playground, NYC

October 22, 2011
Society of Dance History Scholars Ceremony & Reception
American Tap Dance Center
ATDF Board Member Constance Valis Hill received the 2010 de la Torre Bueno Award for her book Tap Dancing America: A Cultural History.

October 23, 2011
TCYE Performance
Bleecker Playground, NYC

October 31, 2011
TCYE Performance
Career Transitions for Dancers Gala City Center, NYC

December 3, 2011
ATDF Training Program's Holiday Youth Concert (6pm)
PS3/490 Hudson Street Reception followed at the American Tap Dance Center!

January 9, 2012
TCYE Performance
BOCES: School Show
Bedford Road Elementary School  Pleasantville, NY

February 12, 2012
TCYE Performance 
Second Sunday Series
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House Auditorium, NYC

February 18 - 19, 2012
Winter Tap Intensive
American Tap Dance Center
Two day intensives with Brenda Bufalino and Jimmy Tate

February 18, 2012 (1:30-2:30pm)
Tap Jam Hosted by Michela Marino-Lerman, Theo Hill on piano 

February 18, 2012 (8:00pm)
New Tap Choreography Showcase Hosted by Tony Waag

February 19, 2012 (1:30-2:30pm)
Tap Talks Brenda Bufalino and Jimmy Tate moderated by Susan Hebach

February 22, 2012
ATDF Jr. Ensemble Performance (7:30pm)
Apollo Theater, NYC

March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 13, 20 & 27, 2012
Absolute Beginner Workshop for Adults  Fridays, 6:15pm-7:15pm Taught by Courtney Runft

March 10, 2012
TCYE Performance
Education Expo  NYU Kimmel Center, NY

March 13, 20, 27 & April 3, 2012
Flamenco Dance for Teens & Adults
Taught by La Magdalena! 
Tuesdays, 7:30 - 8:45pm

March 16, 2012
TCYE Performance
Young Audiences School Show  "Tappin' Into New York" 
Columbia Grammar & Prep School, New York City

March 24 & 25, 2012
Tap Attacks (10:30-11:30am)
TCYE and ATDF Youth Program Outdoor Presentations
Saturday, March 24: Union Square: South Plaza, in front of Washington Statue
Sunday, March 25: Battery Park

April 21, 2012                            
Auditions for Tap City Jr. Ensemble 5:00 – 6:00pm 
For advanced teens/tap dancers ages 9 –12
American Tap Dance Center 

Monday, April 23, 2012
Capezio 125th Anniversary Celebration
Proceeds go to American Tap Dance Foundation!
New York City Center - 7pm

Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Annual ATDF Spring Gala 6:30-8:30pm
Reception, Silent/Live Auctions & Performance
Leonard Nimoy Thalia, Peter Norton Symphony Space
Fundraiser in support of the Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Fund
Performances by Warren Craft, Michelle Dorrance, La Femmes Plus, Lisa La Touche and dancers, Michela Marino Lerman, Jason Samuels Smith, Tap City Youth Ensemble, Tap City Jr. Ensemble, Cartier Williams and others. Guest Host - Tommy Tune

April 28 & 29, 2012
Tap Attacks (10:30-11:30am) 
TCYE and ATDF Youth Program Outdoor Presentations 
Saturday, April 28: Vesuvio Playground, NYC
Sunday, April 29: James Jay Walker Park, NYC

April 28, 2012                            
Auditions for Tap City Youth Ensemble 4:30 – 7:30pm 
For advanced teens/tap dancers ages 12 –17 American Tap Dance Center The ATDF’s exciting new performing ensemble brings young dancers together with professional choreographers to learn and perform classic and contemporary tap repertory.  

April 29, 2012 (1- 3:00pm)
Duke Ellington's Birthday Tribute
Members of the TCYE perform
Duke Ellington Statue/5th Avenue and 110th Street

April 30, May 7, 14, 21, June 4, & 11, 2012
6-Week Absolute Beginner Workshop for Adults
Taught by Michela Marino-Lerman, Mondays 7:30-8:30pm

May 19 & 20, 2012 Tap Attacks (10:30-11:30am) 
TCYE and ATDF Youth Program Outdoor Presentations
Saturday, May 19: Bleecker Playground, NYC
Sunday, May 20: Battery Park, NYC   

Saturday, May 19 & Saturday, June 9, 2012 (4:30-5:30pm)
Youth Program Open Houses
American Tap Dance Center
Ages 3 1/2 – Teen, Free Introductory Class Saturday, June 9, 2012 (10:30-11:30am)
Tap Attack
TCYE and ATDF Youth Program Outdoor Presentations
Bleecker Street Playground

June 13, 2012 (6 - 7:15 pm)
DANCE OF THE REVUE ERA
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
Bruno Walter Auditorium (enter at: 111 Amsterdam Avenue & 65th Street)
Dance in the American Revue, like the Roaring Twenties itself, was buoyant, frantic, and full of ingenuity, creating trends that exist to this day. While the Castles and the Astaires brought the art form to domestic parlors, ballrooms were full of Flappers invited to “Charleston” their way to happiness! Join our hosts, legendary dancers Marge Champion and Gary Flannery for an energetic evening with costumed Ziegfeld re-creations and demonstrations of the Era's dance crazes by Jerry Mitchell and the Broadway Bares Company. Special appearances by ATDF’s Artistic Director Tony Waag and members of the Tap City Jr. Ensemble and the Tap City Youth Ensemble. These programs are presented in conjunction with the exhibition, The Great American Revue: How Florenz Ziegfeld, George White and their rivals re-made Broadway, on display in the Vincent Astor Gallery from April 19 through July 27, 2012. Free & Open to the public!

Sunday, June 17, 2012
Tap City Youth Concert (6-8pm)
Tribeca Performing Arts Center, Borough of Manhattan Community College, 199 Chambers Street

Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Adult Student Showcase (8pm)
PS3, 490 Hudson Street

Saturday, June 23, 2012
“WRITING ON TAP” FORUM (12-4pm)
Co-Sponsored by Collective for Dance Writing and New Media (CollectiveDWNM)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street, #2B
Writing on Tap featured award-winning tap experts and performers--including dancer-choreographer and educator Brenda Bufalino, 2011 Bessie Award winner Michelle Dorrance, dancer-choreographer Derick K. Grant, tap historian Constance Valis Hill, Ph.D., author of Tap Dancing America, A Cultural History and pianist, composer, musical director Frank Owens. An afternoon exploring issues in the development and presentation of and critical writing about tap dance, an international phenomenon with roots in rich, ongoing cultural exchange. Open to dance writers, dance artists, fans of tap and anyone who wants a better understanding of this dynamic art, Writing on Tap will offered a series of short talks on tap topics followed by small, moderated breakout groups for in-depth discussion of these presentations. Admission: $10

July 7-13, 2012
TAP CITY, the New York City Tap Festival  

July 7 & 8, 2012
Master Classes
American Tap Dance Center, West Village Adult Professional Level Instruction.  

July 8, 2012
Beginner Tap Classes
Various Outdoor Locations 
Free public introduction to tap dance, shoes supplied.  

July 9-12, 2012
Adult, Pre-Professional and Youth Training Programs
Daily tap classes taught at various locations by a star-studded faculty.  
July 9, 2012 
Copasetic Boat Ride - 7:30-10:30pm 
Circle Line Marina, pier 83 – West 42nd Street at the Hudson River
Live music, entertainment and tap jam.   

July 10, 2012 
Tap City - Tap Challenge - 7pm
American Tap Dance Center, West Village
Choreography critiqued by a panel of judges.   

July 11, 2012 
Tap Talks, Films & Awards - 7pm
Bruno Walter Auditorium/Lincoln Center
Annual Hoofer, Preservation and International Tap Dance Hall of Fame Awards.

July 12, 2012
Tap Future (All Student Showcase) - 7pm 
Symphony Space, Broadway at 95th Street 
Tap City puts all youth, teen and adult students on stage.

July 13, 2012 
Tap It Out, a tap dance chorus - Noon, 1pm, & 2pm
River to River Festival/Battery Park Marina 
Free outdoor performances by 150+ Tap City participants and local professionals.

August 13-17 & 20-24, 2012
ATDF Youth Summer Camps
American Tap Dance Center, NYC
Tap technique class and choreography each day  Master classes in various percussive dance forms, Tap History & Film plus One Field Trip and Presentation for parents on last day. 

Open Houses Sept 6, 10, 13, 15 & 16, 2012 Ages 3 1/2 – Adults
Youth & Adult Program
Free Introductory Class & Demos by Tap City Youth Ensemble Students Thursday, September 6, 2012 4:00 – 5:00pm
Monday, September 10, 2012 4:00 – 5:00pm
Thursday, September 13, 2012 4:00 – 5:00pm
Saturday, September 15, 2012 11:00am – 12:00pm
Sunday, September 16, 2012 11:00am – 12:00pm
American Tap Dance Center 154 Christopher Street #2B 

September 16, 2012 (1 – 5pm)
Tap City Youth Ensemble (2012-13) Auditions Advanced Teens ages 12-17
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

September 16, 2012
Tap City Junior Ensemble Performance
Kiddie Cruise

September 29, 2012   
Tap Attack!  
ATDF Student Performances
Bleecker Neighborhood Playground  

October 7, 2012
Tap City Junior Ensemble Performance
Sukkot Festival

October 27, 2012
SpookTAPular!  
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
St. Regis High School  

October 28, 2012
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Bleecker Playground Children's Halloween Festival 
Mini performance and toddler parade  

December 1, 2012
Audition for Rhythm is Our Business
American Tap Dace Center

December 9, 2012
ATDF Holiday Showcase
Lab/Museum School  

December 30, 2012
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Children's Museum of Manhattan   

January 26, 2012 
MSJA mid-winter concert 
Varis/Leichtman Recording Studio @ Jazz at Lincoln Center   

February 15-18, 2013 
Rockin' in Rhythm Teen Tap Intensive
American Tap Dance Center  

February 16, 2013 
Rockin' in Rhythm Teen Ensembles Concert
Aconcert featuring fantastic teen/youth ensembles from across the country! 
Peter Norton Symphony Space, NYC   

Sunday, March 10, 2013
Tap City Youth Ensemble Concert
Lenox Hill Second Sundays Performance Series Lenox Hill Neighborhood House

Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Tap City Youth Ensemble Concert
Cigna Corporate Employee Meeting/Event Hyatt Midtown

March 19-21, 2013
Rhythm is Our Business Concert Performances directed by Derick Grant
The Theater at the 14th Street Y  

March 22-24, 2013
Rhythm in Motion Artist in Residence Concert
The Theater at the 14th Street Y  

April 9, 2013
ATDF Annual Spring Fundraising GALA From the Horse’s Mouth  
Thalia Theater at Symphony Space    

April 30, 2013
Tap City Youth Ensemble Concert Duke Ellington B'Day Celebration
MSJA & TCYE collaborate to celebrate Duke's Birthday Duke Ellington Circle   

May 3, 2014 (10-11am)
Youth & Adult Program Open Houses Ages 3 1/2 – Adults Free Introductory Class & Demos by Tap City Youth Ensemble Students American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

May 11, 2013
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Queens Annual Tap Extravaganza Flushing Town Hall, Queens, NY

May 18-19, 2013
Buster Brown Centennial Celebration 
Master Classes with: Kazu Kumagai, Mable Lee, Michela Marino Lerman, Max Pollak, Jason Samuels Smith & Dianne Walker
American Tap Dance Center

May 17, 2013 Tap Jam (10:30-1am)
Fat Cat 
May 19, 2013
Film Presentation (12:00am-1:30pm)
Panel Discussion (1:30-3:00pm)
Zeb's 

May 19, 2013
Final Performance & Jam
Swing 46 (6-8:30pm) 

May 25, 2014 (11am-12:30pm) 
Youth & Adult Program Open Houses Ages 3 1/2 - Adults
Free Introductory Class & Demos by Tap City Youth Ensemble Students American Tap Dance Center

June 2, 2013
Howl Festival
Tap City Youth Ensemble Concert
Tompkins Square Park

June 3, 2013
Tap City Junior Ensemble Performance
PS3 Afterschool Showcase

June 8, 2013
ATDF Adult Program Showcase
PS3/West Village  

June 22, 2013
Tap City Youth Concert
Annual ATDF youth program celebration!
Tribeca Performing Arts Center

Saturday, July 6 - Saturday, July 13, 2013 
Tap City, the annual New York City Tap Festival Youth, Teen & Adults Training Programs

Monday, July 8, 2013 (Boarding 6pm/Sails 6:30pm/Returns 9:30pm)
Copasetic Boat Ride
Circle Line Marina, pier 83 West 42nd St. at Hudson River

Tuesday, July 9, 2013 (7:30pm)
Hoofer, Tap Preservation & Tap Dance Hall of Fame Awards
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts Bruno Walter Auditorium 

Wednesday, July 10, 2013 (6-9pm)
Tap Jam  Small’s Jazz Club   

Thursday, July 11, 2013 (7:30pm)
Tap Internationals
Peter Norton Symphony Space/Peter Jay Sharp Theatre 

Friday, July 12, 2013 (8:00pm)
Tap Future (Tap City's All Student Showcase) 
Peter Norton Symphony Space/Peter Jay Sharp Theatre 

Saturday, July 13, 2013
Tap It Out
Father Duffy Square/Times Square (noon, 1pm & 2pm)

July 26, 2013
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
2013 Congressional Becoming America Pilgrimage to New York and New Jersey Inside Park at St. Bart’s Restaurant   

July, 2013 - August, 2013
Summer Adult Classes 
American Tap Dance Center  

Sunday, August 11, 2013
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival Corona Park, Flushing Meadows, Queens

August 12-16, 2013
ATDF Youth Summer Camp Tap technique class and choreography each day  Master classes in various percussive dance forms, Tap History, Film, Field Trip and a final presentation for parents.  American Tap Dance Center

August 22 - 25, 2013
Master Classes, Sand Dance & Choreography Workshop Taught by Guillem Alonso from Barcelona American Tap Dance Center Pier 45 (Sand Dance)

Sat, Sept. 7 (12-1pm), Wed, Sept. 11 (4-5pm) & Sun, Sept. 15 (12-1pm)
Youth & Adult Program Open Houses Ages 3 1/2 – Adults
Free Introductory Class & Demos by Tap City Youth Ensemble Students
American Tap Dance Center

September 15, 2013 (1:30 – 5pm)
Tap City Youth Ensemble (2013-14) Auditions
Advanced Teens ages 12-17
American Tap Dance Center

September 27, 2013 (7:30-9:00pm)
Tap Talks/Tap Films BACK & FORTH! A 2012-13 "Recap" and a look forward to future ATDF Programs and Events hosted by Artistic Director Tony Waag. Hand selected footage from recent productions and events produced by the ATDF were viewed, and 2013-14 programs were introduced. 

Sunday, October 13, 2013
TCYE Performance Tappin’ n Talkin’ at the HUB 139 Charles St. @ Washington St.

Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013 (10-11am) 
Youth & Adult Program Open Houses Ages 3 1/2 – Adults
Free Introductory Class & Demos by Tap City Youth Ensemble Students
American Tap Dance Center

October 25, 2013 (7:30-9:00pm)
Tap Talks/Tap Films Tap dancer Kazu Kumagai from Japan and Artistic Director Tony Waag participated in an intimate conversation about tap dance from an international point of reference. 

Tuesday, November 5, 2013 TCYE Performance British International School 20 Waterside Plaza

November 22, 2013 (7:30-9:00pm) 
Tap Talks/Tap Films LET"S TALK! A Round Table Discussion/Think Tank moderated by Jane Penn – Director of Development at the Studio Museum in Harlem. 

Sunday, December 1, 2013
TCYE Performance
Film Forum

December 15, 2013
ATDF Annual Holiday Showcase (5-6:30pm)
Professional Performing Arts School (PPAS), 328 West 48th Street

January 24, 2014
Tap Talks/Tap Films (7:30-9:00pm) Master tap dancer, teacher, choreographer and ATDF mentor Brenda Bufalino leads a discussion and presents footage on tap dance CHOREOGRAPHY and the leading choreographers of the tap dance "renaissance" and beyond.

February 14-16, 2014
Winter Tap Intensive Classes with Barbara Duffy, Lisa LaTouche, Max Pollak & Tony Waag

February 14, 2014
Happy Birthday Gregory (7:30-9:00pm)
Film clips and discussion hosted by Tony Waag in memory of the late Gregory Hines as part of ATDF's Winter Tap Intensive. Let's reflect on the incredible life and talents of one of the most influential and beloved tap "masters" that inspired our entire tap community. Come and share YOUR stories as we celebrate Gregory on his birthday! 

February 15, 2014
TAP JAM
Live jazz & tap – bring shoes or come & watch Hosted by Michela Marino-Lerman, Takeshi Ohbayashi on Piano

Sunday, March 9, 2014
TCYE Performance
Lenox Hill House, 331 E 70th St

March 28, 2014
Tap Talks/Tap Films - Tap Forward! (7:30-9:00pm)
Open forum and presentation of new "works in progress" currently in development at the American Tap Dance Center. ATDF Artists in Residence showcase and discuss their current work which will be presented in concert during Rhythm in Motion (April 8-13, 2014) at the Theater at the 14th Street Y. 

April 8-12, 2014
Rhythm in Motion
Theater at the 14th St. Y Program A and Program B

Sunday, April 13, 2014
Celebrating Gregory!
ATDF Fundraising GALA
Theater at the 14th St. Y

April 25, 2014
Tap and Vaudeville! (7:30-9:00pm)
Film clips (rare and contemporary) are viewed followed by a discussion led by dancer, teacher, and archivist Hank Smith.

May 23, 2014 (7:30-9:00pm)
Let's Celebrate National Tap Dance Day! 
Join us for a round table discussion with leaders of the field as the tap community reflects on the history and founding of National Tap Dance Day (May 25) in honor of the late Bill "Bojangles" Robinson. Historic video tape will be viewed.

Saturday, May 24, 2014
TCYE Performance
Tap Extravaganza-New York Committee to Celebrate National Tap Dance Day 111 East 33rd St

Sunday, May 25, 2014
Tap Attack/National Tap Dance Day
Hudson Pier

Thursday, June 12, 2014
TCYE Performance
Tappin’ Into New York/ Young Audiences School Show
P.S. 184 Flushing Manor

June 14, 2014 (10-11am) 
Youth & Adult Program Open Houses Ages 3 1/2 – Adults Free Introductory Class & Demos by Tap City Youth Ensemble Students
American Tap Dance Center

Sunday, June 22, 2014
Tap City Youth Concert
Tribeca Performing Arts Center 199 Chambers St. NYC

Monday, June 23 – Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Summer Adult Classes (Mondays - Wednesdays)
American Tap Dance Center
154 Christopher Street #2B

Saturday, July 5 - Saturday, July 12, 2014
Tap City 2014

Monday, July 7, 2014
Copasetic Boat Ride
(Boarding 6pm/Sails 6:30pm/Returns 9:30pm)
Circle Line Marina

Tuesday, July 8, 2014 (7:00pm)
Hoofer, Tap Preservation & International Tap Dance Hall of Fame Awards
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
Bruno Walter Auditorium

Wednesday, July 9, 2014 (8pm)
Gene Kelly: The Legacy
an Evening with Patricia Ward Kelly
Peter Norton Symphony Space
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre
2537 Broadway at 95th Street

Thursday, July 10, 2014 (8pm)
Tap & Song
Peter Norton Symphony Space
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre
2537 Broadway at 95th Street

Friday, July 11, 2014 (8pm)
Tap Future - Tap City's All Student Showcase
Peter Norton Symphony Space
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre
2537 Broadway at 95th Street

Saturday, July 12, 2014 (12noon, 1pm, 2pm)
Tap It Out
Foley Square, 111 Worth Street
Downtown Manhattan

August 9, 2014
TCYE Performance
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival Queens/ Flushing Meadows Park

August 11-15, 2014
ATDF Youth Summer Camp
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

August 27-September 1, 2014
TCYE Performance/Teen Tap Ensemble Conference 
Vancouver Tap Festival, Canada

September, 2014 (Mon, Sep 8 (4-5pm), Fri, Sep 12 (4-5pm) & Sat, Sep 13 (11am – noon)
Youth & Adult Programs Open Houses - Ages 3 1/2 – Adults
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B
Free Introductory Class & Demos by Tap City Youth Ensemble Students

Saturday, September 13, 2014
Tap City Youth Ensemble Audition
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

September 15, 2014 - June 19, 2015
Youth/Adult Classes
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Saturday, September 20th & Saturday, September 27th, 2015 (5pm)
Auditions for Career Transitions for Dancers' Annual Jubilee Gala
American Tap Dance Center

Sunday, December 14, 2014
ATDF Holiday Showcase
Washington Irving High School

February 15-17, 2015
Tap Teacher Training Certificate Program
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Sunday, March 8, 2015
TCYE Performance
Lenox Hill Second Sunday Series 
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House 

Saturday, March 14, 2015
TCYE Performance
On Tap:  From Broadway to the Silver Screen Legacy 36 with the Ziegfield Society
Miller Theater, NYC

Saturday, March 14 - Monday, March 16, 2015
TCYE Performance
Common Fund Event Orlando, Florida

Tuesday, April 21, 2015
ATDF’s Spring Fundraiser
Theatre at the 14th Street Y, 344 East 14th Street

April 22 - 26, 2015
Rhythm in Motion
New Choreography Showcase
Theater at the 14th Street Y, 344 East 14th Street

Sunday, May 17- Sunday, May 24, 2015
Tap Treasures, Hunt & Tour
Self-guided Tap Dance History Tour

Sunday, May 24, 2015 (10-11am)
ATDF Youth & Adult Program Open House
Ages 3 1/2 – Adults  Free Introductory Class & Demos by the Tap City Youth Ensemble Students American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Sunday, May 24, 2015 (noon-2pm)
Tap Attack for National Tap Dance Day 
Hudson River Park/Pier 45  (Christopher Street and the Hudson River)
FREE public performance by ATDF students, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and various special guests from the tap dance community. Master of ceremonies: ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag.

Saturday, June 13, 2015(4-6pm)
Tap Attack at the Elizabeth Street Garden
Elizabeth Street (between Prince & Spring)
Presented by the American Tap Dance Foundation, this FREE public performance/event by ATDF students, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and various special guests from the tap dance community will also be followed by an open Tap Jam. Master of ceremonies: Tony Waag For more info about the garden visit: elizabethstreetgarden.org

Sunday, June 21, 2015 (6:30pm)
Tap City Youth Concert
TriBecca Performing Arts Center

Saturday, June 27, 2015 (6pm)
ATDF Adult Program Showcase
PS3

Sunday, July 5 – Saturday, July 11, 2015
Tap City 2015, the Annual New York City Tap Festival
Master Classes, Training Programs for Youth, Teens & Adult, Performances & Events

Sunday, July 5 – Friday, July 10, 2015
Classes & Residencies 
Daily classes at various locations taught by a star-studded faculty (all levels/ages)  

Monday, July 6, 2015 (Boarding 6pm/Sails 6:30pm/Returns 9:30pm)
Copasetic Boat Ride 
Circle Line Marina, Pier 83, West 42nd St. at Hudson River

Tuesday, July 7, 2015 (7pm)
Tap Awards Show 
The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues)
  
Wednesday, July 8, 2015 (7 & 9:30pm) 
Tap Forward 
The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues)  

Thursday, July 9, 2015 (7 & 9:30pm)
Thelonious 
The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues)  

Friday, July 10, 2015 (8pm)
Tap Future (Tap City's All Student Showcase) 
The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42nd Street (between 7th and 8th Avenues)

Saturday, July 11, 2015 (2 & 3pm)
Tap It Out (free & outdoors) 
Father Duffy Square/Times Square 

July 12 - 19, 2015
Tap Teacher Training Program
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Sunday, July 26, 2015
TCYE Performance
Chicago Human Rhythm Project/YTECH program
Studebaker Theater, Chicago

August 10 - 14, 2015
ATDF Youth Summer Camp
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

September 8-11, 2015 (4-5pm)
September 12-13, 2015 (11am -1pm)
Youth Program Open Houses

Saturday, September 13, 2014 (12:30- 4:30pm)
Tap City Youth Ensemble Audition
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

September 14 2015 - June 19, 2016
Youth Classes
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

September 14 2015 - June 24, 2016
Adult Classes
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Friday, October 2, 2015
Tap City on Tour
Kingsborough Community College

Saturday, November 21st, 2015 (7pm)
Shahn Shahn: Live in NYC
Sean Jackson’s premier event at the American Tap Dance Center. An unusual studio performance created by the artist in residence himself. Hosted by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag.

Sunday, December 6, 2015
ATDF Holiday Showcase
Washington Irving High School

January 2016 – April 2016
Tap Talks/Tap Films
American Tap Dance Center

January 29, 2016 (7:30-9:00pm)
A One, Two, Three, Four: A History of Tap Dance in the Village
A lecture, slideshow and live presentation created by Tony Waag, Artistic Director of ATDF.
American Tap Dance Center

February 12, 2016 (7:30-9:30pm)
A "sneak peek" and reception in celebration of the new Library of Congress - Tap Dance Database created by writer/historian Constance Valis Hill followed by a screening of the film About Tap and an open discussion with producer/director George T. Nierenberg
American Tap Dance Center

February 12-14, 2016
Rockin’ in Rhythm Tap Intensive
American Tap Dance Center

February 14, 2016
Rockin' in Rhythm Show
Washington Irving High School

Tuesday, April 12, 2016
ATDF’s Spring Fundraiser
Theater at the 14th Street Y

April 13 - 17, 2016
Rhythm in Motion
Theater at the 14th Street Y

Sunday, May 22, 2016
Tap Attack/National Tap Dance Day
Location TBA

Sunday, June 19, 2016
Tap City Youth Concert
Tribeca Performing Arts Center

Saturday, June 25, 2016
ATDF Adult Program Showcase
Venue TBA

July 9 – July 16, 2016
Tap City 2015, the annual New York City Tap Festival
Adult, Pre-Professional & Youth Training Programs American Tap Dance Center, DANY Studios

July 11 – July 13, 2016
Tap Treasures a Tap Dance Storytelling Tours

Monday, July 11, 2016
TAP TREASURES TOUR UPTOWN
Apollo Theater (11am - 12noon) 253 West 125th Street
Includes a private "Tap Dance" tour, special guest stories and a opportunity to dance on the Apollo stage!

Tuesday, July 12, 2016 (7:00pm)
TAP TREASURES TOUR MIDTOWN
Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42nd Street (between 7th & 8th Avenues) 
An interactive and open discussion regarding the 42nd Street area with Broadway choreographers Mercedes Ellington and Randy Skinner, Tap Historians Constance Valis Hill & Margaret Morrison. Hosted by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag.

Wednesday, July 13, 2016
TAP TREASURES TOUR DOWNTOWN
Included film presentations, special guests, a reflection by tap master Brenda Bufalino and a reception in honor of the ATDO/ATDF thirty year legacy!
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center (7:00pm)
170 Mercer Street (Between Houston & Prince)
The Village Gate (8:00pm)
Corner of Thompson & Bleecker Streets 
American Tap Dance Center (9:00pm)
154 Christopher Street #2B (Between Washington & Greenwich) 

Monday, July 11, 2016, 6 - 9:30pm
COPASETIC BOAT RIDE
Circle Line Marina, pier 83, West 42nd St. at Hudson River
Three hour tour around Manhattan complete with a Tap Jam hosted by Michela Marino Lerman. Live tap performances by festival students & teachers and local tap professionals Jess Jurkovic on Piano, Josh Davis on Drums and Joe Fonda on Bass.

Tuesday, July 12, 2016 (9:00pm)
TAP AWARDS
Hoofer, Tap Preservation & Tap Dance Hall of Fame The Duke on 42nd Street Film presentations and performances honoring this year’s awardees, the annual HOOFER and TAP PRESERVATION Awards will be presented and Tap legends will be inducted into the INTERNATIONAL TAP DANCE HALL OF FAME. 2016 Hoofer Awards: Roxane Butterfly & Ted Levy 2016 Tap Preservation Award: Germaine Ingram 2016 Tap Dance Hall of Fame Awards: Ludie Jones, Harriet Browne, the Apollo Chorus Line, Master Juba and the Copasetics

Thursday, July 14, 2016 (7:00 & 9:30pm)
TAP TREASURES (SHOW)
The Duke on 42nd Street, 229 West 42nd Street (between 7th & 8th Avenues)
New show directed by Tony Waag with new work created by and featuring a global community of the brightest and boldest soloists, contemporary ensembles, emerging raw talent and leading tap masters. Performers include: Christina Carminucci, Felipe Galganni, Richard James, Kwikstep, Ted Levy, Tapman Myers, Max Pollak, Rokafella, Leonardo Sandoval, Lynn Schwab, Samara Seligsohn, Randy Skinner, Melinda Sullivan, Tap City Youth Ensemble, Caleb Teicher, Tony Waag & Karen Callaway Williams. “Tap Treasures is a contemporary “mash up” of tap dance, hip hop, waacking, body percussion, soft-shoe, swing combined with vintage video and photographs remixed to classic songs such as Fascinating Rhythm and I Can’t Give You Anything But Love. Tap Treasures reinvestigates and revisits eight historic locations in Manhattan that contributed to the evolution of tap dance. As we celebrate an almost forgotten history of this fascinating art form, let us not forget the people, the places and events that have influenced, perpetuated and molded our very own American art-form Tap Dance, born and raised right here in New York City.” Tony Waag, Artistic Director/Producer

Friday, July 15, 2016 (6pm & 6:30pm) TAP IT OUT
(ALL STUDENT OUT DOOR EVENT) Five Points, Foley Square, 111 Worth Street Tap it Out is a free outdoor public event. It is a contemporary percussion and movement “soundscape” that promotes TAP DANCE as pure music, while consciously deconstructing the basic elements that propel tap forward. Worldwide students of all ages and levels, join to create a chorus of hundreds of tapping feet. 

Saturday, July 16, 2016 (3pm & 5pm)
TAP FUTURE (ALL STUDENT SHOWCASE)
The Duke on 42nd Street

July 17 - 24, 2016
Tap Teacher Training Certificate Program
American Tap Dance Center

July 27 - 29, 2016
Tap Treasures
New Victory Theater
(4) Twenty Minute concerts presented by New Victory Dance for young audiences. Twenty minute version directed by Tony Waag with: Christina Carminucci, Felipe Galganni, Christina "Coco" James, Richard James, Kwikstep, Tapman Myers, Rokafella, Leonardo Sandoval, Lynn Schwab, Samara Seligsohn, Caleb Teicher, Tony Waag & Karen Callaway Williams.

August 15-19, 2016
ATDF Youth Summer Camp 
American Tap Dance Center
Tap Technique and Choreography, Master Classes in various Percussive Dance Forms, Tap History & Film, Field Trip and a Presentation for parents on last day. 

Tuesday, Sept 6 (4-5pm), Wednesday, Sept 7 (4-5pm) & Thursday, Sept 8 (4-5pm), 2016 Saturday, Sept 10 (12-1pm) & Sunday, Sept 11 (12-1pm), 2016
FREE Open Houses for Tap Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults (Ages 4 ½ - Adult) 
American Tap Dance Center

Saturday, September 24, 2016 (7:30-10pm)
Sound Cypher Tap Jam
Gabe Winns and the Students of Sound present: Sound Cypher! An event with hopes to create a space for tap dancers from every corner of the community to come together and celebrate tap dance. Tap Jam, food and drinks, a trivia raffle, footage & more!  Suggested donation $5
American Tap Dance Center 

Sunday, October 16, 2016
Master Classes with Sam Weber 10:45am - 12:15pm Inter/Adv 12:30 - 2pm Adv/Beg  

Tuesday, October 18, 2016
Bessie Awards
Brenda Bufalino receives the 2016 Bessie Award for Lifetime Achievement!
BAM's Howard Gilman Opera House
Peter Jay Sharp Building, 30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn  

December 4, 2016 (5pm)
ATDF Holiday Showcase
PPAS 328 W 48th Street (between 8th & 9th Avenues) 

Friday, January 27, 2017
Tap Talks/Tap Films
Thinking on Their Feet/Women of the Tap Renaissance
A Documentary Film by Jenai Cutcher 
American Tap Dance Center  

Friday, February 3, 2017 (7:30-9pm)
Student Task Force Meeting
American Tap Dance Center  

Saturday, February 18 & Sunday, February 19, 2017
Winter Tap Intensive
Residencies with Brenda Bufalino & Caleb Teicher, Master Classes with Dewitt Fleming, Kazu Kumagai, Claudia Rahardjanoto, Lisa La Touche, Germaine Salsberg, Leonardo Sandoval, Elizabeth Sharp & Gabe Winns
American Tap Dance Center

Saturday, February 18, 2017 (7:30-10pm)
Sound Cypher Tap Jam
Gabe Winns and the Students of Sound present: Sound Cypher! An event with hopes to create a space for tap dancers from every corner of the community to come together and celebrate tap dance. Tap Jam, food and drinks, a trivia raffle, footage & more! American Tap Dance Center  

Friday, March 17, 2017
Tap Talks/Tap Films
How to Make a Tap Dance with Brenda Bufalino
American Tap Dance Center  

Sunday, March 26, 2017 (5 & 7pm)
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Kat Wildish Showcase
Capezio Salvatore Theater at Peridance, NYC  

March 29 - April 2, 2017
Rhythm in Motion
The Duke on 42nd Street 
Choreographers: Chloe Arnold, Alexandria “Brinae Ali” Bradley, Felipe Galganni, Ana Rokafella Garcia, Susan Hebach, Kazu Kumagai, Lisa La Touche, Max Pollak, Leonardo Sandoval, Caleb Teicher, Joseph Monroe Webb & Gabe Winns.

Friday, April 7, 2017 (7:30-9pm)
Student Task Force Meeting
American Tap Dance Center

Saturday, April 8, 2017 (5:30-7pm)
Brazilian Body Percussion Master Class with Carlos Bauzys
American Tap Dance Center

Saturday, April 29, 2017 Youth Program Open House
Followed by a presentation by the Tap City Jr. Ensemble
Mini Class 4:00 - 5:30pm - Performance 5 - 5:30pm
American Tap Dance Center

Sunday, April 30, 2017 Youth Program Open House
Followed by a presentation by the Tap City Youth Ensemble
Mini Class 2:00 - 3:30pm - Performance 3:00 - 3:30pm
American Tap Dance Center

Friday, May 12, 2017
Tap Talks/Tap Films
How to Make a Tap Dance (Part 2) with Brenda Bufalino
American Tap Dance Center  

Saturday, May 13, 2017 (8-9pm) 
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Private Party, NYC 

Sunday, May 14, 2017
Tap City Youth Ensemble Performance
Lenox Hill Neighborhood House - Second Sunday Series
331 East 70th Street, NYC  

Friday, May 19, 2017 (7:30-9pm)
Brush Up Your Shim Sham Class w/Tony Waag for the NYC Dance Parade
All ATDC YOUTH, TEEN & ADULT Students participate! American Tap Dance Center  

Saturday, May 20, 2017 (1pm)
NYC Dance Parade
ATDC YOUTH, TEEN & ADULT Students participate!
Broadway, NYC   

Sunday, May 21, 2017
Youth Program Open House, Tap Fun and Games Followed by an Outdoor Performance (See Below!) Mini Class 11:30 - 12:30pm
American Tap Dance Center

Sunday, May 21, 2017 (1-2pm)
Tap Attack/National Tap Dance Day
All ATDC YOUTH, TEEN & ADULT Students participate! FREE public performance by ATDF Adult and Youth Program students, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and various special guests from the tap dance community. Master of ceremonies: ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag. 
Hudson River Park/Pier 45 (Christopher Street and the Hudson River)  

May 27 - 29, 2017 IFTRA Workshop
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets) Classes in Technique, Body Percussion, Hand Percussion & Grooves taught by Ali Bradley, Anthony Morigerato, Max Pollak & Nicholas Young. . Lecture Demo/Clinic conducted by Max Pollak. 

Friday, June 16, 2017 (7:30-9pm)
Student Task Force Meeting
American Tap Dance Center  

Sunday, June 18, 2017 (6:30pm)
Tap City Youth Concert
Tribeca Performing Arts Center  

Saturday, June 24, 2017 (6pm)
ATDF Adult Program Showcase
PS3 (Hudson & Christopher)  

July 8-15, 2017
Tap City 2017, the New York City Tap Festival
Adult Master Classes
Saturday, July 8 - Sunday, July 9, 2017 
American Tap Dance Center
Daily classes taught by a star-studded faculty (various levels/adults & teens 15 - up) 

Tap Treasures Tour
Monday, July 10, 2017 (2pm – 6pm)
Various locations
Introduced at Tap City in 2016, Tap Treasures celebrates and explores tap centric locations in New York that have made a significant contribution to the evolution and history of Tap Dance.

Youth, Pre-Professional & Adult Residencies
Tuesday, July 11 - Friday, July 14, 2017 
Various Locations
Daily choreographic residencies taught by a star-studded faculty (various levels/all ages)

Copasetic Boat Ride
Tuesday, July 11, 2017 (Boards 6:00pm/Sails 6:30pm/Returns 9:30pm)
Circle Line Marina, Pier 83, West 42nd St. at Hudson River
Live tap performances by festival students, teachers and local tap professionals. Cash bar offers drinks and snacks.

Tap Awards Show
Wednesday, July 12, 2017 (7pm)
The Leonard Nimoy Thalia Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Film presentations and performances honoring this year’s awardees, the annual Hoofer and Tap Preservation Awards will be presented and Tap legends will be inducted into the International Tap Dance Hall of Fame.

Tap Ellington
Friday, July 14, 2017 (7pm)
The Appel Room, Jazz at Lincoln Center, 10 Columbus Circle
Tap Ellington is a musical celebration of a man’s life, his music and a unique legacy of introducing, promoting and presenting tap dancers to audiences all over the world. Master of ceremonies Tony Waag and the Duke Ellington Center Big Band conducted by Eli Yamin join together in honor of this legendary icon of American Jazz with tap dance performances by emerging raw talent, contemporary soloists and leading tap masters including Brenda Bufalino, Ayodele Casel, Mercedes Ellington, Sarah Reich, Caleb Teicher, Sam Weber, Jossette and Joseph Wiggan and others.

Tap Future (All Student Showcase)
Saturday, July 15, 2017 (5pm)
The Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Tap City puts ALL students on stage in an informal performance featuring the newly minted work from all of Youth, Pre-Professional and Adult Program Residencies.

July 16 - 23, 2017
Tap Teacher Training Certificate Program
American Tap Dance Center  

September 6-8, 2017 (4-5pm)
September 9 & 10, 2017 (11-12noon)
Youth Program Open Houses - Tap Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults (Ages 4 ½ -Teens)
American Tap Dance Center

Wednesdays, October 4, 11 & 18, 2017 (noon - 2pm) 
Three (3) Week Workshop with Brenda Bufalino (Intermediate/Advanced)
American Tap Dance Center
154 Christopher Street #2B (betw Greenwich & Washington Streets)

Three (3) Day Workshop with Sam Weber
Friday, October 20, 2017
Tap Technique: 6:15 – 7:45pm (Beginning/Advanced Beginning)
Tap Technique: 8:00 – 9:30pm (Intermediate/Advanced)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B (between Greenwich & Washington Streets)

Saturday, October 21, 2017
Tap Technique: 6:15pm – 7:45pm (Beginning/Advanced Beginning)
Tap Technique: 8:00pm – 9:30pm (Intermediate/Advanced)
The Center for Flamenco Arts, 4 West 43rd Street, Suite 608 (between 6th & 7th Avenues)

Sunday, October 22, 2017
Tap Technique: 5:00pm – 6:30pm (Beginning/Advanced Beginning)
Ballet for Tap Dancers: 6:45pm – 7:45pm (All Levels)
Tap Technique: 8:00pm – 9:30pm (Intermediate/Advanced)
The Center for Flamenco Arts, 4 West 43rd Street, Suite 608 (between 6th & 7th Avenues)  

October - December, 2017
Four (4) Tap Teacher Workshops Taught by Susan Hebach and Margaret Morrison
These 2-hour enrichment workshops are open to all Tap Dance Teachers. Join us for a sampling of Copasetic Curriculum and new rhythm tap ideas to bring to your tap students. Recommended for Intermediate and Advanced tap dancers who teach.

Wednesday, October 11, 2017 10am-noon Flaps, Flaps, and More Flaps!
Everything you ever wanted to know about Flaps, a foundational step that can make or break the success of your tap students. We’ll address the challenges of teaching flaps to beginners (kids and adults) and how to introduce the all-important “starting position,” with knee forward, loose legs, and ankles. Exercises and approaches for all levels will be offered, along with music concepts and compositional tools to create fun and rhythmically sophisticated material for beginners, snappy combinations for intermediate students, and challenging exercises for advanced dancers.

Wednesday, November 8, 2017 10am-noon Time Step Mania
Classic and contemporary time steps and composition skills to create rhythmically rich dances.

Sunday, November 19, 2017 10am-noon Mining the Shim Sham
The Shim Sham contains a wealth of Tap material and ideas to bring to students of all levels.

Wednesday, December 13, 2017 10am-noon Paddle and Roll
Exciting double-time figures and skills for beginner through advanced students.
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B (betw Greenwich & Washington Streets)  

Adult Student Task Force Meeting
Friday, November 17, 2017 (7:30 – 9:00pm)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St., Suite 2B (betw Greenwich & Washington Streets)  

ATDF Youth Holiday Showcase
Sunday, December 3, 2017 (5pm show)
PPAS 328 W 48th Street (between 8th & 9th Avenues)

Tap City Youth Ensemble Open House - Holiday Showcase
Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017 (4:00 – 5:00pm) 
Sunday, Dec. 17, 2017 (1:30-2:15pm & 3:00-3:45pm)  
Come and see the Tap City Youth Ensemble in action, dancing to some of your favorite holiday music! These talented young dancers age 11-18 will perform a variety of classic and contemporary choreography. Open to all ages.  Performance is free, but please RSVP to attend, as seating is limited.  
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St., Suite 2B (betw. Greenwich & Washington St).

Wednesdays, January 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 2018 (noon - 2pm)
Five (5) Week Workshop with Brenda Bufalino (Intermediate/Advanced)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B (betw Greenwich & Washington Streets)  

Adult Student Task Force Meeting
Thursday, January 18, 2018 (7:30 – 9:00pm) 
Artistic Director Tony Waag created this ATDF "task force" of adult students who want to be more involved! Come by and express your opinion, meet other students and catch up on all future ATDF events.  

Tap Talks/Tap Films
Fridays, January 26, March 30 & April 20, 2018
The ATDF presents monthly Tap Talks/Tap Films presentations, panel discussions and special events to the tap community. Tap dancers, historians, teachers, writers and choreographers: Examine the birth of the form & its practice in films, television, on Broadway & concert stages throughout the world. View archival footage or introduce new film projects or documentaries. Present their work, decribe their choreographic process or lead discussions regarding current issues.
All events are hosted by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag.  

Four (4) Week Workshop with Lisa La Touche
Thursdays, February 1, 8, 15 & 22 (2:30 - 4pm)
Adults & Teens 13 +
Intermediate/Advanced Level Technique & Repertory  

Four (4) Week Workshop with Jason Bernard
Mondays, February 5, 12, 19 & 26 (2:30 - 4pm)
Adults & Teens 13 + 
Adv/Beg/Intermediate Level Technique & Repertory

Adult Student Task Force Meeting
Friday, February 9, 2018 (7:30 – 9:00pm) 
Artistic Director Tony Waag created this ATDF "task force" of adult students who want to be more involved! Come by and express your opinion, meet other students and catch up on all future ATDF events.

Winter Tap Dance Carnival
Friday, February 16 - Monday, February 19, 2018
A fundraising event for ATDF's ongoing ADULT education programs at the American Tap Dance Center.  3 Day Courses & Master Classes, Films, Food, Talks, Fun, Games, Raffle, Auction, Open Rehearsals & Jam Session Taught or hosted by Tamisha Anthony, Brenda Bufalino, Barbara Duffy, Craig Fuchs, Felipe Galganni, Randy Skinner, Lisa La Touche, Max Pollak, Tony Waag, Gabe Winns and Nicholas Young.    

Extreme Choreography! (creating outside your comfort zone)
Tap Choreography Workshop with Brenda Bufalino
March 30, 2018 (1-6pm) 
Adults & Teens 13 +  Intermediate/Adv/Professionals
Explore and develop your own voice and material with the help and guidance, inspiration and specific instruction tailored to your own level and experience. 1-3pm Instruction & experimentation 3-4pm Break (participants work on their own) 4-6pm Reconvene, showing and discussion A
merican Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St., Suite 2B (betw. Greenwich & Washington St).   

Tap Talks/Tap Films
Friday, March 30, 2018(7:30-9pm)
Round Two American Tap Dance Orchestra (ATDO) alumni gather to reflect, recall & re-examine 15 years of choreography by Brenda Bufalino, local productions, education programs and touring internationally. Numerous performances will be screened.
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St., Suite 2B (betw. Greenwich & Washington St). 

NEW Swing Dance Basics Class Four (4) Week Workshop
Saturdays, April 14, 21, 28 & May 5, 2018 (4:30-5:45pm)
Taught by Tamisha Anthony & Craig Fuchs
Swing Dance Basics is an intro to the partnered connection, the footwork basics, and the history of the Lindy Hop. Taught with joy and playfulness, special emphasis will be given to the rhythm and musicality of the dance, and it's common origins and links to tap dance.
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St., Suite 2B (betw. Greenwich & Washington St).   

Tap Talks/Tap Films
NEW WORK/NEW YORK
Friday, April 20, 2018 (7:30-9pm)
This evening is devoted to observing and then discussing "works in progress" created by the ATDF Artist in Residence this year at the American Tap Dance Center. Hhosted by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag.  

Duke Ellington's Birthday Celebration
Sunday, April 29, 2018 (1:00 - 3:00pm)
Join the American Tap Dance Foundation in celibration of the Jazz Legend Duke Ellington at the Ellington Statue Located at 5th Avenue and 110th Street, Mahattan Tony Waag, Mercedes Ellington, Eli Yamin, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and others will be performing. FREE & open to the public  

Friday, May 4 & May 18, 2018 (7:30-8:30pm)
Brush Up Your Shim Sham Class w/Tony Waag for the NYC Dance Parade
All ATDC YOUTH, TEEN & ADULT Students are welcome to participate!
American Tap Dance Center 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets) 11th Annual Dance Parade

Saturday, May 19, 2018
This year ATDF students, parents, families and artists will be participating in both the Dance Parade and the DanceFest 2018. The 12th Annual Dance Parade starts at 1pm on 21st and Broadway. It travels down Broadway and then Union Square West turning into University Place. It follows University place to 8th Street (aka St. Marks Place) where it turns east on 8th Street. At Astor Place it passes in front of the Grandstand and then continues on to Tompkins Square Park for is DanceFest 2018. DanceFest comes alive in Tompkins Square Park on 5 Stages with free Performances and dance instruction.  

ATDF Youth Program Open Houses
Sunday, May 20, 10:30-11:30am  Monday, May 21, 4-5pm  Monday, June 4, 4-5pm 
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)  

Tap City Youth Concert 
Sunday, June 17, 2018 (6:30pm)
Tribecca Performing Arts Center Borough of Manhattan Community College, 199 Chambers Street

Adult Student Showcase 
Saturday, June 23, 2018 (6pm)
PPAS 328 West 48th Street

Tony Waag’s TAP CITY, THE NEW YORK CITY TAP FESTIVAL
Friday, July 7- Friday, July 13, 2018  
Adult Master Classes - Saturday, July 7 & Sunday, July 8, 2018 
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St. (between Greenwich & Washington St.)
19 Master Classes taught by a star-studded faculty (various levels/adults & teens 15 - up)  

Youth, Pre-Professional & Adult Choreography Residencies
Monday, July 9 - Thursday, July 12, 2018 
Various Locations
Daily choreographic residencies taught by a star-studded faculty (various levels/all ages)  

Copasetic Boat Ride
Monday, July 9, 2018 (Boards 6:30pm/Sails 7:00pm/Returns 10:00pm)
Circle Line Marina, Pier 83, West 42nd St. at Hudson River
Live tap performances by festival students, teachers and local tap professionals. Cash bar offers drinks and snacks.  

Tap Awards Show
Tuesday, July 10, 2018 (7pm)
The Leonard Nimoy/Thalia Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Film presentations and performances honoring this year’s awardees, the annual Hoofer and Tap Preservation Awards were presented and Tap legends were inducted into the International Tap Dance Hall of Fame.

Rhythm in Motion
Wednesday, July 11, 2018 (8pm)
The Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Boundary breaking new takes on tap by NYC’s finest tappers & choreographers. Directed and Curated by Tony Waag.   

Tap Future (All Student Showcase)
Thursday, July 12, 2018 (8pm)
The Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Tap City puts ALL students on stage in an informal performance featuring the newly minted work from the Youth, Pre-Professional and Adult Program Residencies.  

Tap It Out (free public outdoor event)
Friday, July 13, 2018 (1:00pm, 2:00pm & 2:30pm)
Father Duffy Square/Times Square, Broadway, West 46 Street to West 47 Street 
A contemporary percussion and movement “soundscape” that promotes TAP DANCE as pure music, while consciously deconstructing the basic elements that propel tap forward. Worldwide students of all ages and levels, join to create a chorus of hundreds of tapping feet.   

Tap Teacher Training Program Level 1 Training
Monday, July 16 - Sunday, July 22, 2018
Level 2 Training
Tuesday, July 17 - Sunday, July 22, 2018
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)  

Summer Adult Program
Mondays - Thursdays, July 23 - August 30, 2018
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)  

ATDF Youth Program Open Houses
Tuesday, September 4 - Friday, September 7 (4-5pm) Saturday, September 8 (11-12pm), 2018
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Global Explorations in Tap
Saturday, October 20, 2018 (5-6pm)
ATDF Artists in Residence Felipe Galganni (Brazil) and Kazu Kumagai (Japan) perform, and share how their cultural roots of Brazil and Japan influence their artistic expressions though tap dance.  American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)  

Master Class with Mable Lee
Sunday, November 4, 2018 (6:30 - 8pm)
Assisted by Carson Murphy & Claudia Rahardjanoto
Signature Mable Lee Moves & Jazz Vernacular Technique
Workshop for Adults & Teens 13+ (all levels)
and a demo by the Tap City Youth Ensemble
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Meet with Ms. Mable Lee 
Sunday, November 4, 2018 (8 - 9:30pm)
All proceeds support Mable directly.
Film, Stories & Refreshments!
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)  

Celebrate Tap History!
Saturday, November 17, 2018 (5-6pm)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets) Special live performance by members of the Tap City Youth Ensemble and a presentation by ATDF Education Advisor & Artist in Residence Margaret Morrison.   

ATDF's Annual Holiday Showcase
Sunday, December 2, 2018 (5pm)
PPAS 328 West 48th Street

Explorations in Tap: “Born in a Trunk!
January, 12, 2019 (5-6pm)
Exhibit with a focus on the history of Brenda Bufalino and the American Tap Dance Orchestra/Foundation”. 
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Book Signing with Brenda Bufalino
Saturday, January 19, 2019 (5-6pm)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)   
Tap Explorations: Who Were the Copasetics?
Saturday, February 9, 2019 (5-6pm)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)  A presentation of anecdotes, dance, video and images from the personal perspective of Hank Smith, who knew some of them. Performances by Hank Smith and the Tap City Youth Ensemble.

Feb. 15-17, 2019
UK Tap Festival
Participation and performances by Tony Waag and the Tap City Youth Ensemble
Manchester, England

Tap Explorations: Remembering Mable Lee
Saturday, March 16, 2019 (5-6pm)
Celebration and salute to the late great queen of the soundies.  Surprise guest performances, films and lots of stories!
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Tap Explorations: Tappin’ Into New York
Saturday, April 13, 2019 (5-6pm)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets) This event was designed for families with kids age 5 & up. Members of our Tap City Youth Ensembles, ages 10-17 shared an exploration of tap dance, presenting works from the early beginnings of tap dance to current choreographers on the scene. Participants got a bit of Tap history, trivia, and there was a special appearance made by ATDF Artist in Residence, Christina Carminucci. 

American Tap Dance Center Open House 
Saturday, April 13, 2019 (4:00 – 6:00pm) 
General information and observation of classes (4-5pm) Tappin' Into New York (5-6pm) The Tap City Youth Ensemble presented their production about the history of Tap Dance as it was developed in New York City. These talented young dancers age 11-18 were also observed rehearsing a variety of classic and contemporary choreography.  The event was free and open to the public as part of the Greenwich Village Historic District 50th Anniversary Open House Tour.
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St., Suite 2B (betw. Greenwich & Washington St).

American Tap Dance Center Open House 
Sunday, April 14, 2019 (1:00 – 3:00pm) 
General information and observation of classes (1-2pm) Open classes & rehearsals (2-2:30pm) The Tap City Youth Ensemble (age 11-18) rehearsed a variety of classic and contemporary choreographies and the event was free and open to the public as part of the Greenwich Village Historic District 50th Anniversary Open House Tour. American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St., Suite 2B (betw. Greenwich & Washington St).

Something's Afoot! 
Saturday, April 20, 2019 (8:30pm)
A New Tap Choreography Showcase that explored "works in progress" currently created by upcoming & working professionals in the field. Directed and Curated by Tony Waag. Choreographers include: Jaye Allison, Tina Baird, Sydney Burtis, Rebecca Cannaday, Liz Carroll, Ryan Casey, Denise Caston-Clark, Tracy Dupre, Kelly Kaleta, Felipe Galganni, Margaret Morrison, Tamii Sakurai, Leo Sandoval, Caleb Teicher and Kaitlyn Way. 
Creative Cultural Center, 149 Christopher Street, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Duke Ellington’s 120th Birthday Celebration
Sunday, April 28, 2019 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
This annual event was thrown by the Duke Ellington Center for the Arts to commemorate Duke Ellington’s birthday at the Duke Ellington statue on 5th Avenue and 110th Street, Manhattan, for performances and celebrations that are FREE & open to the public. Featuring performances from Tony Waag, Antoinette Mantague, Ty Stevens, Marion Cowings, AC Lincoln, Max Pollak & the Tap City Youth Ensemble and Others. Artistic direction by Mercedes Ellington. Duke Ellington Statue, 110th St. & 5th Ave.

Brush Up Your Shim Sham Class w/Tony Waag for the 13th Annual Dance Parade
Saturday, May 11, 2019 (4:30pm - 5:30pm)
FREE EVENT
American Tap Dance Center 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

13th Annual Dance Parade
Saturday, May 18, 2019
This year ATDF students, parents, families and artists participated in both the Dance Parade and the DanceFest 2019.The 12th Annual Dance Parade at 1pm on 21st and Broadway. It travels down Broadway and then Union Square West turning into University Place. It follows University place to 8th Street (aka St. Marks Place) where it turns east on 8th Street. At Astor Place it passes in front of the Grandstand and then continues on to Tompkins Square Park for is DanceFest 2019. DanceFest comes alive in Tompkins Square Park on 5 Stages with free Performances and dance instruction. 

29th Annual Tap Extravaganza
Saturday, May 25, 2019 (8:00-11:00pm)
Performances by Tony Waag and the Tap City Youth Ensemble
Art & Design High School, 245 East 56th Street

FREE Open Houses at the American Tap Dance Center
Saturday, June 1, 2019 (4:30pm - 5:30pm)
Sunday, June 2, 2019 (10:00am - 11:00am)
Monday, June 10, 2019 (5:00 - 6:00pm)
Wednesday, June 12, 2019 (4:00pm - 5:00pm)
Thursday, June 13, 2019 (5:15pm - 6:15pm)
Tap Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults (Ages 4 1/2 - Teens)
Check out our studio space, meet faculty and staff, and take a sample class!

Tap City Youth Concert 
Saturday, June 8, 2019 (7pm)
The Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space 2537 Broadway at 95th Street

Adult Student Showcase 
Saturday, June 22, 2019 (6pm)
PPAS,328 West 48th Street
TAP CITY, the New York City Tap Festival
July 6-12, 2019

Adult Master Classes
Saturday, July 6, 2019
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St. (between Greenwich & Washington St.)
10 Master Classes taught by a star-studded faculty (various levels/adults & teens 15 - up)

Tap Treasures Orientation & Tours
Sunday, July 7, 2019
Orientation & Presentation (9:30 - 10:30am)
Broadway Dance Center, 322 West 45th Street
Introduced at Tap City in 2016, Tap Treasures celebrates and explores tap centric locations in New York that have made a significant contribution to the evolution and history of Tap Dance.

Tap Treasures Tour Part One (11-1pm)
Seven historic theaters in the Theater District including: the St. James, the Broadhurst, the Minskoff, the Lunt-Fontane, Sony Hall (formerly known as the Diamond Horseshoe), the Ambassador and the August Wilson.  

Tap Treasures Tour Part Two (2-4pm)
Radio City Music Hall, 1260 Avenue of the Americas

Tap Ellington Sunday, July 7, 2019 (5:30pm)
Birdland, 315 West 44th Street
Mercedes Ellington, Tony Waag and The Duke Ellington Center’s Big Band conducted by Eli Yamin join together again in honor of this legendary icon of American Jazz with performances by leading contemporaryTap City soloists.

Youth, Pre-Professional & Adult Choreography Residencies
Monday, July 8 - Thursday, July 11, 2019
Daily choreographic residencies taught by a star-studded faculty (various levels/all ages)
American Tap Dance Center

Copasetic Boat Ride
Monday, July 8, 2019 (Boards 6:30pm/Sails 7:00pm/Returns 10:00pm)
Circle Line Marina, Pier 83, West 42nd St. at Hudson River
While you soak in the city's skyline, enjoy meeting the Tap City staff, faculty and your fellow students! There’s something aboard for everyone ...live music, entertainment and dancing, dancing, dancing, so come join us and catch the rhythm. Live tap performances by festival students, teachers and local tap professionals. Cash bar offers drinks and snacks.

Tap Awards Show
Wednesday, July 10, 2019 (8pm)
The Leonard Nimoy/Thalia Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Film presentations and performances honoring this year’s awardees, the annual Hoofer and Tap Preservation Awards will be presented and Tap legends will be inducted into the International Tap Dance Hall of Fame.

Rhythm in Motion
Thursday, July 11, 2019 (8pm)
The Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Boundary breaking new takes on tap by NYC’s finest tappers & choreographers. Directed and Curated by Tony Waag.

Tap Future (All Student Showcase)
Friday, July 12, 2019 (8pm)
The Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Tap City puts ALL students on stage in an informal performance featuring the newly minted work from the Youth, Pre-Professional and Adult Program Residencies.  

Monday, July 15 – Sunday, July 21, 2019
Tap Teacher Training (Certificate Program)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St. (between Greenwich & Washington Streets)

Sunday, August 4, 2019 (5:30-7pm)
Ellington on Broadway
The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts, Inc. (Artistic Director & Founder: Mercedes Ellington and The American Tap Dance Foundation, Inc. (Artistic Director & Founder: Tony Waag) teamed up and presented music from Play On and Sophisticated Ladies. Leading vocalists and Broadway performers were featured including Marion Cowings, Ty Stephens and Andrea Wright, with special appearances by tap dancers AC Lincoln and Karen Callaway Williams. All will be accompanied by the Duke Ellington Center's Big Band conducted by Frank Owens.
Birdland, 315 West 44th Street

Sacred Sunday, the gospel according to Ellington
Sunday, September 1, 2019 (5:30-7pm)
The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts, Inc. (Artistic Director & Founder: Mercedes Ellington and The American Tap Dance Foundation, Inc. (Artistic Director & Founder: Tony Waag) teamed up and presented music from the Sacred Concerts. The Sacred Sunday Band and Gospel Choir led by musical director Anthony Evans performed in honor of this legendary icon of American Jazz along with guest vocalist Jeannine Otis and tap dancer DeWitt Fleming Jr. Birdland, 315 West 44th Street 

Thursday, September 5th,  2019 (6:30-7:30pm)
Saturday, September 7th, 2019 (1-2pm)
Adult  Open Houses
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Saturday, September 7th , 2019 (12-1pm)
Monday-Friday, September 9th-13th, 2019 (4-5pm)
Youth Open Houses
Tap Classes for Kids & Teens (Ages 4 1/2 - Teens)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Saturday, October 5, 2019 (5-6pm)
Tap Explorations (Meet Jane Goldberg)
A new family fun series curated by the ATDF to explore the rich and diverse world of Tap Dance.  Featuring a variety of live performances from our ATDF artists in residence & The Tap City Youth Ensemble; film clips, discussion and demonstrations about the history of Tap Dance, and audience participation!  Each presentation explores a different aspect about Tap Dance. Jane Goldberg presented observations about her multidimensional, pioneering contributions to the history of tap dance. Live performance & video footage.
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Sunday, November 3, 2019 (5:30-7pm)
CRACKERJAZZ
The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts, Inc. (Artistic Director/Founder: Mercedes Ellington) and the American Tap Dance Foundation, Inc. (Artistic Director/Founder: Tony Waag) presented Compositions from Duke Ellington’s 1960 Nutcracker Suite. Conducted by by multi Grammy nominated Bobby Sanabria, joined together to honor this legendary icon of American Jazz. Included in the program were special appearances by jazz vocalists Sharon K Janda, Antoinette Montague and Ty Stevens as well as tap dance performances by DeWitt Fleming Jr., Felipe Galganni, Samara Seligsohn, members of the Tap City Youth Ensemble, Karen Callaway Williams and belly dancer Anna Pipoyan.
Birdland, 315 West 44th Street

Saturday, December 7, 2019 (5-6pm)
Tap Explorations (Meet Mercedes Ellington)
A new family fun series curated by the ATDF to explore the rich and diverse world of Tap Dance.  Featuring a variety of live performances from our ATDF artists in residence & The Tap City Youth Ensemble; film clips, discussion and demonstrations about the history of Tap Dance, and audience participation!  Each presentation explores a different aspect about Tap Dance. ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag interviewed Ms. Ellington, screened some film and served refreshments.
American Tap Dance Center 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

February 8, March 14, May 30 & June 13, 2020 
Saturdays (4:30-5:30pm) 
Youth Open Houses
Classes for Kids & Teens (Ages 4 1/2 - Teens)
TCJE & TCYE presentation & open house following  performance
Sundays (1:30-2:30pm)
TCYE in performance followed by mini class/assessments from 2:30-3:00pm

December 15, May 30 & June 6, 2020
Participants visit our studio space, meet faculty and staff, and take a sample class! 

Something's Afoot!
Saturday, February 15, 2020 (7:00pm)
New Tap Choreography Showcase exploring "works in progress" currently created by upcoming & working professionals in the field. Directed by Tony Waag. Choreographers included: Jaye Allison, Liz Carroll, Denise Caston-Clark, Ann Dragich, Felipe Galganni, Sterling Harris & Case Prime, Shelby Kaufman, Jill Kenney, Max Pollak, Tamii Sakurai , Samara Seligsohn, Jared Sprague  & Baakari Wilder
Creative Cultural Center, 149 Christopher Street, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Winter Tap Intensive & Carnival
Saturday, February 15 - Monday, February 17, 2020 Three days of special events and master classes hosted and taught by Tamisha Anthony, Vikas Arun, Megan Bartula, Brenda Bufalino, Christina Carminucci, Liz Carroll, Barbara Duffy, Craig Fuchs, Felipe Galganni, Susan Hebach, Margaret Morrison, Max Pollak, Ramita Ravi, Tamii Sakurai, Dolores Sanchez, Leonardo Sandoval, Lynn Schwab, Samara Seligsohn, Randy Skinner, Jared Sprague & Tony Waag
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (between Washington & Greenwich Streets)

Wednesday, February 19, 2020 (2pm)
TCYE Performance with guest artist Jason Bernard
Ossie Davis Theater, New Rochelle Public Library

Thursday, February 20, 2020 (2pm)
TCYE Performance
Queens Library, East Elmhurst, New York

Saturday, February 22, 2020 (3pm)
TCYE Performance
Queens West/Hunters Point
Long Island City, New York

March 22 - May 28, 20
Tony’s Tap TV Virtual Events (18 episodes)
CONTACT WITH CONTENT
Tap steps, historic footage & additional miscellaneous musings created & provided by Artistic Director Tony Waag

Thursday, April 16, 2020 (11am-12 noon EST)
Virtual Event: Theatre Tap London’s Tap and Tea
Interview with Tony Waag

Wednesday, April 29, 2020 (8-10pm)
Happy Birthday Duke Ellington
The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts and the American Tap Dance Foundation presented this livestream event. It was hosted by Mercedes Ellington and featured artists Dave Chamberlain, Marion Cowings, Jason Curry, Ethan Fein, Sharon K. Janda, AC Lincoln, Antoinette Montague, Malik McLaurine, Frank Owens, Ty Stephens, Tony Waag, Karen Callaway Williams, and James Zollar.

Sunday, May 24, 2020 (11am-2pm)
Virtual Event: UK Festival
On-Line History Talk with Tony Waag

Sunday, May 24, 2020 (4-5:30pm EST)
Virtual Event: Conversations on Tap with Mercedes Ellington and Tony Waag
The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts and the American Tap Dance Foundation invites you to a virtual conversation as they reminisce about tap dance, National Tap Dance Day, Jazz, their collaboration, Broadway history and future productions in the Zoom Room! This event was FREE & open to the public.

Sunday, June 21, 2020 (4:00pm EST)
Virtual Concert: Bringing You the City of Jazz
The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts and the American Tap Dance Foundation proudly presents a virtual concert in honor of Father's Day. Hosted by the iconic duo of Mercedes Ellington and Tony Waag, and featuring the talents of A.C. Lincoln, Frank Owens, Sharon K. Janda, Glafkos Kontemeniotis, Malik McLaurine, Dave Chamberlain, Michael Choi & Vanda Polakova, Antoinette Montague, Jason Curry, Karen Callaway Williams, Ty Stephens, James Zollar, and Marion Cowings. Music, singing, dancing, spoken-word and celebration! Free and open to the public.

July 6 - 30, 2020
ON-LINE Classes for Adults (ages 13 +)
(4) Week Workshops, All Levels

Monday, July 6, 2020
Virtual Copasetic Boat Ride
Join us as we celebrate Tap City’s opening social event with film, discussion and a  tap jam with special guest artists. Hosted by Captain DeWitt Fleming Jr. and featuring guest artists Max Pollak and Karen Callaway Williams.

Tuesday, July 7, 2020 (3-4:30pm)
Tony’s Tap TV
ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag hosts his new talk show monthly with special guests, stage stories, rare footage, new work and other live and/or online content direct from the American Tap Dance Center. Presented an hour and a half of amazing appearances by Tap masters, upcoming soloists and ensembles from around the world that came and performed at Tap City over the last 19 years! Remember, review, relive and/or check it out for the first time.  Amazing footage, amazing dancing, amazing legacy! Free and Open to the Public!

Tuesday, July 7, 2020 (3-4:30pm EST) 
Tony’s TaP TV Virtual Concert: Tap City 2001 - 2019 (Part One)
An hour and a half presentation of amazing appearances by Tap masters, upcoming soloists and ensembles from around the world that came and performed at Tap City over the last 19 years! Remember, review, relive and/or check it out for the first time. An amazing amount of footage, amazing amount of dancing, and an amazing legacy! Free and Open to the Public! Or pay what you want and we will consider it a donation!

ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag hosts his new talk show monthly with special guests, stage stories, rare footage, new work and other live and/or online content direct from the American Tap Dance Center.
Wednesday, July 8, 2020 (2-3:30pm EST)
Rhythm Tap Teacher Training On-Line Info Session 1
Centering and Teaching Our Black Rhythm Tap Legacy
A Rhythm Tap Panel and Q & A for all Tap Teachers moderated by Margaret Morrison with Susan Hebach, Dexter Jones, Lisa La Touche & Toni Noblett.
The dances and jazz culture of the Copasetics are the basis of the ATDF Tap Teacher Training. The artistry of generations of African-American artists give contemporary tap dancers the rich heritage that we, as teachers, can pass on to our students. Join a panel of expert tap teachers who share ideas and their best rhythmic practices for exciting dance classes. Bring your rhythm tap teaching questions.

Thursday, July 9, 2020 (7-8:30pm EST)
Rhythm Tap Teacher Training On-Line Info Session 2
Centering and Teaching Our Black Rhythm Tap Legacy
A Rhythm Tap Panel and Q & A for all Tap Teachers moderated by Margaret Morrison with Thelma Goldberg, Dexter Jones & Lisa La Touche.
The dances and jazz culture of the Copasetics are the basis of the ATDF Tap Teacher Training. The artistry of generations of African-American artists give contemporary tap dancers the rich heritage that we, as teachers, can pass on to our students. Join a panel of expert tap teachers who share ideas and their best rhythmic practices for exciting dance classes. Bring your rhythm tap teaching questions.

Friday, July 10, 2020
Virtual Rhythm in Motion Concert
Works that were created and supported by the ATDF Artist in Residency Program and presented in Somethings Afoot choreography showcases and Rhythm in Motion concerts in 2014 - 2019. Boundary breaking new takes on tap by NYC’s finest tappers & choreographers including: Vikas Arun & Ramita Ravi, Brenda Bufalino, Christina Carminucci, Felipe Galganni, Susan Hebach, Lisa La Touche, Margaret Morrison, Max Pollak, Charles Renato, Tamii Sakurai, Dolores Sanchez, Leonardo Sandoval, Joseph Webb and others! Directed and Curated by Tony Waag FREE and Open to the Public.

Saturday, July 11, 2020 (12 noon, 4pm & 8pm EST)
Virtual Tap it Out On-Line
Registered students, teachers and professionals from around the world danced and submitted footage that was then edited and presented in this virtual version of Tap it Out created by Tony Waag.

Monday, July 20, 2020 (noon-1pm)
Virtual Event
Martin E. Segal Theatre Center/Segal Talks
Acia Gray, Deborah Mitchell and Tony Waag team up to discuss current affairs, Covid 19 & Black Lives Matter. Hosted by Frank Hentschker

Sunday, August 2, 2020
Virtual Event: Tap on Film
I Remember Mable
A celebration of a legend on her birthday! A compilation of classic appearances by the late great Mable Lee over the years at Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival. Free and Open to the Public! 

August 3 - 28, 2020
ON-LINE Classes for Adults (ages 13 +)
(4) Week Workshops, All Levels

Tuesday, August 18, 2020 (3-4:30pm)
Virtual Event: Tony’s Tap TV, Tap City Part Two (2001-2019)
ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag hosts his new talk show monthly with special guests,
stage stories, rare footage, new work and other live and/or online content direct from the American Tap Dance Center. Presented an hour and a half of amazing appearances by Tap masters, upcoming soloists and ensembles from around the world that came and performed at Tap City over the last 19 years! Remember, review, relive and/or check it out for the first time.  Amazing footage, amazing dancing, amazing legacy! Free and Open to the Public!

September 8 - December 20, 2020
ON-LINE Classes for Adults (ages 13 +) All Levels

Sunday, September 13, 2020 (4-6pm)
Virtual Event: Tony’s Tap TV, A Salute to the Copasetics
A tribute to the Copasetics with numerous appearances including Brenda Bufalino, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, Deborah Mitchell, Hank Smith, Jason Samuels Smith, Tony Waag, Cartier Williams & more. Premiered on Saturday, July 9th at Tap City in 2011. FREE and Open to the Public! 

Sunday, September 20, 2020 at 4:00pm
Virtual Event: The Great Reunion: Armstrong & Ellington
The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts proudly presents this virtual concert celebrating the collaboration of Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington. The dynamic duo of Mercedes Ellington and Tony Waag guided us through the history of Armstrong & Ellington, accompanied by some of our favorite artists. There will be performances from Michael Choi, Marion Cowings, Kent Drake, DeWitt Fleming Jr., Sharon K. Janda, Glafkos Kontemeniotis, AC Lincoln, Antoinette Montague, David Ostwald, Vanda Polakova, Ty Stephens, Karen Callaway Williams, Andrea Wright, Eli Yamin, and James Zollar. Plus, a special performance of "What a Wonderful World" from the legendary André De Shields of Hadestown.

Friday, September 25, 2020 (6-7:30pm)
Virtual Event: Tony’s Tap TV, Tap City Youth Ensemble (Part One)
ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag hosts his new talk show monthly with special guests,
stage stories, rare footage, new work and other live and/or online content direct from the American Tap Dance Center. This episode focused on the 14 year history of ATDF's very own youth performance ensemble with rare footage from numerous performances by the Tap City Youth Ensemble. Live moderation and discussion in the chat room! Free and Open to the Public!

Sunday, October 11, 2020 (2 - 4pm est)
Virtual Event: Tony’s Tap TV, Tap Divas
Twenty years ago three artists, dancers, choreographers and pioneers in the field of Tap Dance got together and created this very special and one of a kind themed show. Produced by Tony Waag and collaboratively conceived and written by Brenda Bufalino, Lynn Dally, Sarah Petronio and director Avra Petrides, this iconic production was originally premiered on Saturday, July 14th & Sunday, July 15th at Tap City in 2001.Live moderation and discussion in the chat room! FREE and Open to the Public!

Saturday, November 21, 2020 (6-7:30pm)
Virtual Event: Tony’s Tap TV, Tap City Youth Ensemble (Part Two)
ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag hosts his new talk show monthly with special guests,
stage stories, rare footage, new work and other live and/or online content direct from the American Tap Dance Center. This episode focused on the 14 year history of ATDF's very own youth performance ensemble with rare footage from numerous performances by the Tap City Youth Ensemble. Live moderation and discussion in the chat room! Free and Open to the Public!

Sunday, December 13, 2020 (2 - 4 est)
Virtual Event: Tony’s Tap TV, Tap Masters Tap Mentors
Twenty years ago the ATDF presented an evening that honored our master hoofers that included tributes to Leon Collins, Bubba Gaines, Charles “Cookie” Cook, Eddie Brown, Jimmy Slyde, Charles “Honi” Coles, Steve Condos & others. Also, the late LaVaughn Robinson, the late Jimmy Slyde & the late Prince Spencer even performed. Produced by Tony Waag, this amazing, and very emotional production was originally premiered on Wednesday, July 11th at Tap City in 2001. Live moderation and discussion in the chat room!Free and Open to the Public!

January 4, 2021 - June 21, 2021
ON-LINE Classes for Adults/Teens & Youth (ages 13 +) All Levels

Sunday, January 17, 2021 (2 - 3:30pm EST)
Tony Tap TV Virtual Concert: Tap Internationals
Twenty years ago we presented an evening of tap dance soloists and ensembles from Austria, Brazil, Estonia, France, Germany, Israel, Japan, Portugal & Switzerland. Produced by Tony Waag, this amazing production was originally premiered on Tuesday, July 10 at Tap City in 2001. Live moderation and discussion in the chat room! FREE and Open to the Public! 

Sunday, February 28, 2021 (2 - 3:30pm EST)
Tony’s Tap TV Virtual Concert: Tap City 2003 Gala
A look back at this amazing collection of premiere appearances by Kazu Kumagai, the North Carolina Youth Tap Ensemble, Brenda Bufalino, Barbara Duffy & Company, Sarah Petronio, Jimmy Slyde, Mable Lee, Tony Waag & others. Produced by Tony Waag, this production was originally premiered on Wednesday, July 16 at Tap City in 2003. Live moderation and discussion in the chat room! FREE and Open to the Public! 

Thursday, March 4 & Thursday, March 11, 2021 (1-2:30pm EST)
Tap Heritage Series: Ernest “Brownie” Brown
Meet Ernest “Brownie” Brown through the eyes and ears of longtime mentee, partner and collaborator Reggio McLaughlin. Learn a few of the trademark steps that Brownie was known for as we also explore his legacy, career and the Copasetic philosophies that we pass on to our followers and students of the ATDF. Moderated by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag these TWO 1.5 hour sessions on Zoom offer up some inside, personal and candid reflections on an extraordinary artist and member of the legendary Copasetics. Historic footage will also be viewed and discussed. Students of ALL levels Welcome. Participants should have tap shoes handy and have a dance space to work in.

Thursday, March 18 & Thursday, March 25, 2021 (1-2:30pm EST)
Tap Heritage : James “Buster” Brown
Meet James “Buster” Brown through the eyes and ears of longtime mentee and collaborator Michela Marino Lerman. Learn a few of the trademark steps that Buster was known for as we also explore his legacy, career and the Copasetic philosophies that we pass on to our followers and students of the ATDF. Moderated by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag this TWO hour event on Zoom offers up some inside, personal and candid reflections on an extraordinary artist and member of the legendary Copasetics. Historic footage will also be viewed and discussed. Students of ALL levels Welcome. Participants should have tap shoes handy and have a dance space to work in.

Thursday, April 1 & Thursday, April 8, 2021 (1-2:30pm EST)
Tap Heritage Series: Charles “Cookie” Cook
Meet Charles “Cookie” Cook through the eyes and ears of longtime mentee  and collaborator Hank Smith. Learn a few of the trademark steps that Cookie was known for as we also explore his legacy, career and the Copasetic philosophies that we pass on to our followers and students of the ATDF. Moderated by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag these 1.5 hour sessions on Zoom offer up some inside, personal and candid reflections on an extraordinary artist and member of the legendary Copasetics. Historic footage will also be viewed and discussed. Students of ALL levels Welcome. Participants should have tap shoes handy and have a dance space to work in.

Sunday, April 11, 2021 (2pm EST)
TONY'S TAP TV: ATDO on Tour! Next stop: Cyprus!
A sweet little concert that was filmed for Cyprus Television in a great theater where Brenda Bufalino & members the American Tap Dance Orchestra performed in 1992. This performance was just one of many during an Eastern European Tour that was sponsored by The United States Information Agency. As US ambassadors the ATDO toured for (5) weeks throughout Turkey, Cyprus, Poland, Latvia & Estonia. Live moderation by Artistic Director Tony Waag and open discussion in the chat room!

Thursday, April 15 & Thursday, April 22, 2021 (1-2:30pm EST)
Tap Heritage Series: Leslie “Bubba” Gaines
Meet Leslie “Bubba” Gaines through the eyes and ears of longtime mentee and student Deborah Mitchell. Learn a few of the signature trademark steps that Bubba was known for as we also explore his legacy, career and the Copasetic philosophies that we pass on to our followers and students. Moderated by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag these TWO 1.5 hour events on Zoom offer up some inside, personal and candid reflections on an extraordinary artist and member of the legendary Three Dukes and Copasetics. Historic footage will also be viewed and discussed. Students of ALL levels Welcome. Participants should have tap shoes handy and have a dance space to work in.

Sunday, April 25, 2021 (4:00pm) EST
Happy Birthday Duke Ellington! (Virtual)
Duke Ellington turned 122 this year, and we celebrated in style by streaming our previous birthday concert from 2018. Co-produced by DECFA & ATDF, we presented some amazing artists, and it was a reminder of what we have to look forward to as the performance industry begins its recovery. Special introduction from our dynamic duo, Mercedes Ellington and Tony Waag!
Free and open to the public

Thursday, April 29 & Thursday, May 6, 2021 (1-2:30pm EST)
Tap Heritage Series: Charles “Honi” Coles
Meet Charles “Honi” Coles through the eyes and ears of longtime mentee, dance partner and collaborator Brenda Bufalino. Learn a few of the trademark steps that Honi was known for as we also explore his legacy, career and the Copasetic philosophies that we pass on to our followers and students of the ATDF. Moderated by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag these TWO 1.5 hour events on Zoom offers up some inside, personal and candid reflections on an extraordinary artist and member of the legendary Copasetics. Historic footage will also be viewed and discussed. Students of ALL levels Welcome. Participants should have tap shoes handy and have a dance space to work in.

May 16, 2021 (2pm)
Meet the Artists
Virtual Event
An afternoon of conversation and celebration with our Artists in Residence - discussing their work, upcoming projects, and more! Free to the public!

Tuesday, May 25, 2021
Bill Robinson Playground Park
271 West 150th Street
TCYE Members and guest artist DeWitt Fleming Jr. perform in celebration of National Tap Dance Day.

Saturday, June 6, 2021
(3) Outdoor Adult Master Classes & Meet & Greets
Pier 40, Hudson River Park
Teachers: Felipe Galganni, Nicole Ohr & Lynn Schwab

June 13, 2021
Tap City Youth Concert & Boat Ride
Circle Line Marina, Pier 83, West 42nd St. at Hudson River
Live tap performances by Year-Round Youth Program students, teachers and local tap professionals.

Tap City 2021
Monday, July 5 – Saturday, July 10, 2021 

Monday, July 5 - Friday, July 9, 2021 
Daily Master Classes 
On-Line access to 35 master classes of all levels, available to you for 30 days and taught by a star-studded faculty that included: Chloe Arnold, Maud Arnold, Vikas Arun, Bril Barrett, Jason Bernard, Terry Brock, Brenda Bufalino, Liz Carroll, Lynn Dally, Starinah Dixon, Michelle Dorrance, Barbara Duffy, Monti Ellison, DeWitt Fleming Jr., Felipe Galganni, Jane Goldberg, Acia Gray, Josh Hilberman, Lisa La Touche, Michela Marino-Lerman, Reggio McLaughlin, Deborah Mitchell, Anthony Morigerato, Margaret Morrison, Max Pollak, Charles Renato, Dolores Sanchez, Leonardo Sandoval, Lynn Schwab, Linda Sohl-Ellison, Caleb Teicher, Tony Waag, Sam Weber, Karen Callaway Williams & Mark Yonally. 
 
Monday, July 5 – Friday, July 9, 2021 (11:30am - 12:45pm EDT) 
Daily Tap Talks 
Virtual Events on Zoom 
Interactive educational & social community events. Bring your lunch and add yourself to the conversation! 
 
Monday, July 5, 2021 (3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT) 
Opening Night Celebration 
Virtual Event streamed via Vimeo 
Opening night welcome with film footage celebrating 20 years of Tap City in the Tap dance capital of the world! 
 
Tuesday, July 6, 2021 (3:00pm - 4:30pm EDT) 
Copasetic Boat Ride & Tap Jam 
Virtual Event on Zoom 
Annual social event and tap jam with appearances by 2021 teachers & guest artists! Hosted by Jared Alexander in “real-time” direct from the American Tap Dance Center!  
 
Wednesday, July 7, 2021 
Tap Awards (2020 Awards at 3:00pm EST & 2021 Awards at 5:00pm EST) 
Virtual Events on Zoom honoring our 2020 & 2021 awardees. The Hoofer and Tap Preservation Awards were presented and Tap legends were inducted into the International Tap Dance Hall of Fame. 
2020 Hoofer Awards:  Linda Sohl-Ellison & Charles Goddertz 
2020 Tap Dance Preservation Award:  Laraine Goodman 
2020 Hall of Fame Awards:  Arthur Duncan & the June Taylor Dancers 
2021 Hoofer Awards:  Margaret Morrison & Baakari Wilder 
2021 Tap Dance Preservation Award:  Bruce Bradley  
2021 Hall of Fame Awards:  Paul and Arlene Kennedy & Hal Le Roy 
 
Tuesday, July 6, 2021 (5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT) 
Tap Tributes 
Virtual Event streamed via Vimeo 
Film presentation tributing our departed Tap City community members Yvette Glover, Rita Hamilton, Al Heyward, Melba Huber, Vladimir Kirsanov, Frank Kimbrough, Mable Lee, and Michele Ribble. 
 
Thursday, July 8 & Friday, July 9, 2021 (3pm EDT)  
Rhythm in Motion Concerts 
Virtual Events streamed via Vimeo 
Boundary breaking new takes on tap by ATDF’s Artists in Residence  
Thursday, July 8: Program A 
New choreography by Jared Alexander, Vikas Arun, Lisa LaTouche, Kaleena Miller, Demi Remick, Charles Renato & Caleb Teicher. Directed by Max Pollak & Curated by Tony Waag. 
Friday, July 9: Program B 
New choreography by Jason E. Bernard, Brenda Bufalino, Liz Carroll, Felipe Galganni, Dexter Jones & Samara Seligsohn 
Directed by Max Pollak & Curated by Tony Waag. 
 
Thursday, July 8 & Friday, July 9, 2021 (4pm EST)  
Talk Back Sessions 
Virtual Events on Zoom 
 
Saturday, July 10, 2021 (10:00am - 12:00pm EDT) 
Tap it Out & Stamp Dedication 
FREE & LIVE event open to the public! 
A ATDF produced a LIVE performance & Tap Jam event at Father Duffy Square/Times Square Tap it Out & Stamp Dedication (11:30am - 12:30pm) This FREE public event was coproduced by the ATDF and the US Postal Service. Tap it Out was a tap dance performance led up to a dedication and unveiling of 5 new stamps that celebrate Tap Dance with images of Tap City created this event to acknowledging (5) New York City Tap dancers (Ayodele Casel, Dormeshia, Derick K. Grant, Michela Marino-Lerman & Max Pollak) as the United States Postal Service dedicates their latest stamps in honor of American Tap Dance!
Father Duffy Square/Times Square, 47th & Seventh Avenue

Saturday, July 10, 2021 (5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT) 
Tap Treasures 
Virtual Tour “recap” of historic Tap related locations in New York City. 
Introduced at Tap City in 2016, Tap Treasures celebrates and explores tap centric locations that have made a significant contribution to the evolution and history of Tap Dance. 

Monday, July 12 - 18, 2021
Tap Teacher Training (Virtual)
Instructors included Barbara Duffy, Thelma Goldberg, Dexter Jones, Lisa La Touche, Margaret Morrison & Toni Noblett.
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Monday, July 19, 2021 – Thursday, September 1, 2021
Summer Adult Program
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B
Registration is open for new and returning students for our Adult Program tap classes. (virtual & in-person) offering a range of drop-in classes for adult amateurs of all levels—and professionals (adults & teens 13+).

August 7, 2021 (7-11pm)
Mable Lee Centennial Celebration
The Mable Lee Centennial Celebration was a big band dance and costume party fundraiser benefiting Tapology's Sweet & Able Mentorship Program & The Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center.  ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag performed.
The Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center
847 N Howard Street, Baltimore, Maryland

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 – Friday, September 10, 2021 (4-5pm)
Saturday, September 11, 2021, (11am-12noon)
Youth & Adult Program Open Houses
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B
Meet our staff, check out our studios and borrow a pair of shoes from us (or bring your own) and learn a few moves! Check out our schedule, and see what class options might work for you.

Sunday, September 12, 2021 – Saturday, June 18, 2022
Year-Round Youth Program (In-Person)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Monday, September 13, 2021 – Saturday, June 18, 2022
Year-Round Adult Program (In-Person)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Sunday, September 19, 2021 (2-4PM)
Duke Elllington’s Birthday Celebration
Annual event co-produced by the Duke Ellington Center for the Arts and the American Tap Dance Foundation to commemorate Duke Ellington’s birthday.  FREE & open to the public, co-hosted by Mercedes Ellington & Tony Waag and feature performances by the Duke Ellington Center Big Band and a host of musicians, dancers and vocalists.
The Duke Ellington Statue is on 5th Avenue and 110th Street in Manhattan

Friday, September 24, 2022 (2pm)
Tony’s Tap TV
Tap it Out & Stamp Dedication
Virtual Concert Event
During Tap City 2021 the ATDF produced a LIVE performance & Tap Jam event at Father Duffy Square/Times Square in the heart of Manhattan. This FREE public event was coproduced by the ATDF and the US Postal Service. Tap it Out was a tap dance performance that led up to a dedication and unveiling of 5 new stamps that celebrate Tap Dance with images of (5) New York City Tap dancers (Ayodele Casel, Dormeshia, Derick K. Grant, Michela Marino-Lerman & Max Pollak) as the United States Postal Service dedicated their latest stamps in honor of American Tap Dance!
Note: Recorded at Father Duffy Square/Times Square, 47th & 7th Avenue

Sunday, September 26, 2021 (2:30-4pm)
Sunday, October 17, 2021 (2:30-4pm)
Sunday, November 14, 2021 (2:30-4pm)

Tap Jams
The American Tap Dance Foundation kicks off a new season with this dynamic and rhythmic event. Tappers from around the world join for an afternoon of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire and ATDF Artist in Residence Jared Alexander with surprise guests. All levels are encouraged to attend.
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Tuesday, September 28, 2021 (10am-12pm EST)
International Forum
Virtual Event on Zoom
Back by popular demand, Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap Artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. Come to share or just listen and become informed. There’s a whole world out there creating and producing amazing tap dance works and events!

Sunday, October 17, 2021 (2:30-4pm)
Tap Jam
The American Tap Dance Foundation kicks off a new season with this dynamic and rhythmic event. Tappers from around the world join for an afternoon of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire and ATDF Artist in Residence Jared Alexander with surprise guests. All levels are encouraged to attend.
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Saturday, October 23, 2021 (12 - 4pm)
The Tin Pan Alley American Popular Music Project in collaboration with the Flatiron 23rd Street Partnership presented a free, outdoor public concert at the Flatiron North Plaza on 23rd Street/Broadway.
The event featured more than two dozen leading performers of Tin Pan Alley music and the Great American Songbook including Tony Waag & members of the Tap City Youth Ensemble.

Sunday, September 12, 2021 – Friday, June 17, 2022
Year-Round Youth Program
In-Person
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, Between Washington & Greenwich Streets

Monday, September 13, 2021 – Saturday, June 25, 2022
Year-Round Adult Program
In-Person
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, Between Washington & Greenwich Streets
ATDF offers a range of drop-in classes and special workshops for adult amateurs of all levels—and professionals (adults & teens 13+). 
Classes focus on the fundamentals and advanced artistry of rhythm tap, including clean technique, classic and contemporary tap repertory, jazz musicality, and improvisation skills. Our faculty brings decades of experience to the studio to create a supportive, fun, and rigorous environment for rhythm tap learning.

Sunday, November 14, 2021 (2:30-4pm)
Tap Jam
Tappers from around the world join for an afternoon of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire and ATDF Artist in Residence Jared Alexander with surprise guests. All levels are encouraged to attend.
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B

Monday, December 6, 2021
Legacy Awards
Tony Waag received this annual award for his contributions to dance in New York City from Dancers Over 40.

Saturday, December 11, & Sunday, December 12, 2021 (5pm)
Youth Program Holiday Concert
ATDF Youth Program students perform and celebrate the holidays!
PS3, West Village

Sunday, December 12, 2021 (2:30-4pm)
Tap Jam
American Tap Dance Center
154 Christopher Street #2B
Between Washington & Greenwich Streets
The American Tap Dance Foundation kicked off a new season with this dynamic and rhythmic event. Tappers from around the world join for an afternoon of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire and ATDF Artist in Residence Jared Alexander with surprise guests.

Tuesday, Jan 11, 2022 10am-12pm EST
International Tap Dance Forum
Virtual Event on  Zoom
Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap Artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. Come to share or just listen and become informed. There’s a whole world out there creating and producing amazing tap dance works and events. Highlighted artists were Leela Petronio & Josh Hilberman.

Sunday, January 23, 2022 (4:30-6pm)
Tap Jam
American Tap Dance Center
154 Christopher Street #2B
Between Washington & Greenwich Streets
The American Tap Dance Foundation kicked off a new season with this dynamic and rhythmic event. Tappers from around the world join for an afternoon of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire and ATDF Artist in Residence Jared Alexander with surprise guests.

Tuesday, February 8, 2022 (9-10:30pm EST)
International Tap Dance Forum
Virtual Event on Zoom
Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap Artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. Come to share or just listen and become informed. There’s a whole world out there creating and producing amazing tap dance works and events!

Sunday, February 27, 2022 (4:30-6pm)
Tap Jam
American Tap Dance Center
154 Christopher Street #2B
Between Washington & Greenwich Streets
Tappers from around the world join for an afternoon of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire and ATDF Artist in Residence Jared Alexander with surprise guests.

Sunday, March 20, 2022 (4:30-6pm)
Tap Jam
American Tap Dance Center
154 Christopher Street #2B
Tappers from around the world join for an afternoon of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire and ATDF Artist in Residence Jared Alexander with surprise guests. All levels are encouraged to attend. 

Monday, March 28, 2022 (12 - 1pm) EDT
Tap Teacher Info-Hour
Virtual Event on Zoom
FREE online session packed with terrific ideas for Rhythm Tap Teaching and an Intro to the ATDF Online Tap Teacher Training taught by Margaret Morrison.

Tuesday,  April 5, 2022 (10-11:30am EST)
International Tap Dance Forum
Virtual Event on Zoom
Back by popular demand, Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap Artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. Come to share or just listen and become informed. There’s a whole world out there creating and producing amazing tap dance works and events.

Thursday, April 7, 2022 (12 - 1pm) EDT
Tap Teacher Info-Hour
Virtual Event on Zoom
FREE online session packed with terrific ideas for Rhythm Tap Teaching and an Intro to the ATDF Online Tap Teacher Training taught by Margaret Morrison.

Tap Jam
Sunday, April 23, 2022 (4:30-6pm)
American Tap Dance Center
154 Christopher Street #2B
Tappers from around the world join for an afternoon of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire and ATDF Artist in Residence Jared Alexander with surprise guests.

Wednesday, May 4, 2022 (12:30-1:30pm) EST
Tap Teacher Info-Hour
Virtual Event on Zoom
FREE online session packed with terrific ideas for Rhythm Tap Teaching and an Intro to the ATDF Online Tap Teacher Training taught byMargaret Morrison.

Tap Jam
Sunday, May 15, 2022 (4:30-6pm)
American Tap Dance Center
154 Christopher Street #2B
Tappers from around the world join for an afternoon of tap improvisation that is not to be missed. The evening will be hosted by local hoofer extraordinaire and ATDF Artist in Residence Jared Alexander with surprise guests.

Open Houses
Monday, May 23 - Thursday, May 26, 2022 (1-5pm)
American Tap Dance Center
154 Christopher Street #2B
In celebration of National Tap Dance Day the American Tap Dance Center will open its doors for FREE sample Tap Dance classes, Jam
Sessions, Film Presentations & more.

Saturday, May 28, 2022 (7:30pm)
Tap City Youth Concert
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Peter Norton Symphony Space - 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Year-end concert featuring students from ATDF’s ongoing classes, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, a live band and guest artists. Detailed information available in April, 2022

June 4 - 18, 2022 (1-5pm)
Open Houses
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B
The American Tap Dance Center opened its doors for FREE sample Tap Dance classes, Jam Sessions, Film Presentations & more.

June 14, 2022 (10am-12noon) EST 
International Tap Dance Forum
Virtual Event on Zoom
Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap Artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. 

June 17, 2022 (9-10:30pm) EST
International Tap Dance Forum
Virtual Event on Zoom
Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap Artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. 

Monday, July 4 - Sunday, July 10, 2022
Tap City 2022, the New York City Tap Festival
Classes, residencies, concert performances and special events.

Tuesday, July 5, 2022 (6:00pm)
Open House
All Tap City students, teachers, staff & guest artists are welcome to this opening event as they “Meet & Greet”. Refreshments & sweets served!
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, Between Washington & Greenwich Streets

Wednesday, July 6, 2022 (Boards 6:30pm, Sails 7pm, Returns 10pm)
Copasetic Boat Ride
Circle Line Marina, Pier 83, West 42nd St. at Hudson River
Live band & tap performances by festival students, teachers and local tap professionals. Cash bar offers drinks and snacks.

Friday, July 8, 2022 (8:00pm)
Tap Future/Tap Awards
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street 
Tap City puts ALL of our students on stage featuring the newly minted work from the Tap City 2022 Residencies, selected works created by our students, our faculty, surprise guests plus film clips and performances honoring this year’s awardees of the annual  HOOFER, TAP PRESERVATION  and INTERNATIONAL TAP DANCE HALL OF FAME Awards.  

Saturday, July 9, 2022 (8:00PM)
Rhythm in Motion
Boundary breaking new takes on tap by NYC’s finest tappers & choreographers and celebrating (22) Twenty One years of the greatest tap dance festival in the world. Directed and Curated by Tony Waag.
The Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street

Sunday, July 10, 2022 (Noon, 1pm & 2pm)
Tap It Out
FREE, public & outdoor event presented at the end of Tap City. Imagine a chorus of hundreds of tapping feet performing an a cappella choreography weaving together several tap dance styles and vernacular movement. Tap City participants rehearsed throughout the week of the festival to create this explosion of tones and rhythms. Tap It Out was conceived and created by the mayor of Tap City Tony Waag and is choreographed by dancer/choreographer Lynn Schwab.
Father Duffy Square/Times Square, Broadway, W. 46 St. to W. 47 St., 7th Avenue

Tap Teacher Training
Monday, July 11 - Monday, July 17, 2022
Tap Teacher Training Certificate Program
Virtual Certificate Program

Open Houses for Kids, Teens & Adults
Tuesday, September 6, 2022 - YOUTH (4-5pm) ADULTS (6-7pm)
Wednesday, September 7, 2022 - YOUTH (4-5pm) ADULTS (6-7pm)
Thursday, September 8, 2022 - YOUTH (4-5pm) ADULTS (6-7pm)
Saturday, September 10, 2022 - YOUTH (11-12pm)
Sunday, September 11, 2022 - YOUTH (11-12pm)
Thursday, September 15, 2022 - YOUTH (4-5pm)
Saturday, September 17, 2022 - YOUTH (1:30-2:30pm)
Tap Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults Ages 5 + 
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B
Free: Check out our studios * Meet faculty & staff * Take a mini sample class!

Tuesday, September 20, 2022 (10am & 9pm EST)
International Tap Dance Forum
Virtual Events on Zoom
Back by popular demand, Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. Come to share or just listen and become informed. There’s a whole world out there creating and producing amazing tap dance works and events.

Thursday, September 29, 2022 (12-1pm EST)
Tap Teacher Info Hour
Virtual Event on Zoom
Once-a-month ATDF TTT Info-Hours are free and open to all tap teachers. Join Margaret Morrison and tap instructors across the globe for fresh ideas on rhythm tap teaching. Free on Zoom, pre-registration required.

Thursday, October 6, 2022 (12-1pm EST)
Tap Teacher Info Hour
Virtual Event on Zoom
Once-a-month ATDF TTT Info-Hours are free and open to all tap teachers. Join Margaret Morrison and tap instructors across the globe for fresh ideas on rhythm tap teaching. Free on Zoom, pre-registration required.

First Friday Film Festival
Friday, October 7, 2022 (8pm)
Gertrude's Nose (a Tap Opera)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, Between Washington & Greenwich Streets
Gertrude's Nose was originally presented and premiered at DTW’s Bessie Schonberg Theater on Wednesday, June 26 - Saturday, June 29, 1996. It was billed as a tap dance oratorio… a sound scape for tap, vocalese and poetry. Created by Brenda Bufalino in collaboration with guest artist /jazz vocalist Jay Clayton, it featured dancers from the American Tap Dance Orchestra and others.

The evening is hosted by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag with an open discussion with Tap Master Brenda Bufalino and surprise guests directly following. Popcorn and refreshments will be served! First Friday Films revisit tap dance productions from the past direct from the ATDF archives! Open to the general public. Proof of vaccination is required, and masks are optional.

First Friday Film Festival
Friday, November 4, 2022 (8pm)
Tap Ellington
Tap Ellington was presented on Friday, July 14 in 2017 at the Appel Room, Jazz at Lincoln Center. It was a musical celebration of a man’s life, his music and a unique legacy of introducing, promoting and presenting tap dancers to audiences all over the world. Master of ceremonies Tony Waag and the Duke Ellington Center Big Band conducted by Eli Yamin join together in honor of this legendary icon of American Jazz with tap dance performances by emerging raw talent, contemporary soloists and leading tap masters including Brenda Bufalino, Ayodele Casel, Mercedes Ellington, Sarah Reich, Caleb Teicher, Sam Weber, Jossette and Joseph Wiggan and others. The evening was hosted by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag with an open discussion directly following. Popcorn and refreshments were served!
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, Between Washington & Greenwich Streets

Tap Teacher Info-Hour
Wednesday, November 9, 2022 (12-1pm EST)
Virtual Event on Zoom
Once-a-month ATDF TTT Info-Hours are free and open to all tap teachers. Join Margaret Morrison and tap instructors across the globe for fresh ideas on rhythm tap teaching. Free on Zoom, pre-registration required.

First Friday Film Festival
Friday, December 2, 2022 (8pm)
Tap Treasures
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, Between Washington & Greenwich Streets
Tap Treasures was presented at the Duke on 42nd Street during Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival on July 14, 2016. Directed by Tony Waag with new work created by and featuring a global community of the brightest and boldest soloists, contemporary ensembles, emerging raw talent and leading tap masters, performers included Christina Carminucci, Felipe Galganni, Richard James, Kwikstep, Ted Levy, Tapman Myers, Max Pollak, Rokafella, Leonardo Sandoval, Lynn Schwab, Samara Seligsohn, Randy Skinner, Melinda Sullivan, the Tap City Youth Ensemble, Caleb Teicher, Tony Waag & Karen Callaway Williams.

Tap Treasures is a contemporary “mash up” of tap dance, hip hop, waacking, body percussion, soft-shoe, swing combined with vintage video and photographs remixed to classic songs such as Fascinating Rhythm and I Can’t Give You Anything But Love. Tap Treasures reinvestigates and revisits eight historic locations in Manhattan that contributed to the evolution of tap dance.

“As we celebrate an almost forgotten history of this fascinating art form, let us not forget the people, the places and events that have influenced, perpetuated and molded our very own American art-form Tap Dance, born and raised right here in New York City.”
Tony Waag, Artistic Director/Producer. The evening was hosted by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag with an open discussion directly following. Popcorn and refreshments were served!

Youth Program Holiday Showcase
Saturday, December 10, 2022 (4pm)
PS3/490 Hudson Street
Join our Year-Round Youth Program students as they perform for their friends and family and each other first time of the new season. All classes all levels participate in this annual event celebrating another year and the holidays with guest appearances by the American Tap Dance Center Faculty and Artists in Residence.

Adult Program Holiday Showcase
Sunday, December 11, 2022 (6pm)
PS3/490 Hudson Street
Join our Year-Round Adult Program students as they perform for their friends and family and each other first time of the new season. All classes all levels participate in this annual event celebrating another year and the holidays with guest appearances by the American Tap Dance Center Faculty and Artists in Residence.

Tap Teacher Info-Hour
Thursday, December 15, 2022 (12-1pm EST)
Virtual Event on Zoom
Once-a-month ATDF TTT Info-Hours are free and open to all tap teachers. Join Margaret Morrison and tap instructors across the globe for fresh ideas on rhythm tap teaching.

First Friday Film Festival
Friday, January 6, 2023 (7pm)
Sound Check (a Tap Dance Journey)
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, Between Washington & Greenwich Streets

Sound Check was originally presented and premiered at DTW’s Bessie Schonberg Theater from April 14 to April 18, 2010. A unique fusion of percussive dance and classic musical theater through a dynamic and whimsical composition blending music, percussion, text, imagery, improvisation, and choreography. Woven throughout the piece were excerpts from “The Last Rehearsal Hall” a new musical written by Brenda Bufalino that celebrates Tap, Middle Eastern, and Flamenco Dance and how their practice joins together as they share the rooms of their beloved yet broken down rehearsal hall.

It was co-written and directed by Brenda Bufalino and Tony Waag and featured the New Tap Dance Orchestra (Warren Craft, Shelby Kaufman, Tamii Sakurai, Danny Wallace & Xander Weinman), Brenda Bufalino, the late Harold Cromer, Barbara Duffy & Company (Barbara Duffy, Cintia Chamecki, Chikako Iwahori & Monifa Kincaid), Ranya Rene’e, Aurora Reyes, Tony Waag & Cartier Williams.

Bernice “Boom Boom” Brooks (musical director/drums), Cameron Brown (bass), Basilio Georges (gitar), Jonny Peiffer, (piano/melodica), & Charlie Tokarz (reeds). The evening will be hosted by ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag with an open discussion directly following. Popcorn and refreshments will be served! First Friday Films revisit tap dance productions from the past direct from the ATDF archives! Open to the general public.

First Friday Film Festival
Friday, February 3, 2023 (7pm)
American Tap Dance Orchestra in Concert
This first act of a concert presented at the Joyce Theater in New York City in 1991 that includes numerous seminal choreographic works created by Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino such as Strike up the A-Train, Buff Loves Basic Blues, the All Blues Tacit Latin, and the Haitian Fight Song, as well as a suite of songs & dances created and performed by Ms Bufalino and guest artist the late Charles “Honi” Coles. 

About First Friday Film Festival
ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag presents monthly film presentation on-line with rare footage, new work and other online content revisiting tap dance productions from the past direct from the ATDF archives!

First Friday Film Festival
Friday, March 3, 2023 (7pm)
American Landscape
Presented here at the Joyce Theater, NYC in 1991, the American Landscape is an epic work that uses the sound of taps combined with original scores created by Choreographer Brenda Bufalino. Blended with this organic landscape is the melodic and poetic voice of American composer Hoagy Carmichael. Together they create the rhythmic, tonal and essence vibrations of our mountains, valleys, animals and rivers. The American Landscape was presented by the ATDO on tour from 1991-1993 and received rave reviews across the country and abroad! Includes pieces such as "Stardust" and "Skylark" celebrating the land and its habitats, and a quintessential Carmichael suite entitled "Sing Me a Swing Song & Let Me Dance." Also included is the ATDO’s classic a capella piece The Buffalo Suite, and solos by Brenda Bufalino, and ATDO members. Frank Kimbrough on piano, Joe Fonda on bass, and Pat Tortorici on vocals.
About First Friday Film Festival
ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag presents monthly film presentation on-line with rare footage, new work and other online content revisiting tap dance productions from the past direct from the ATDF archives!

First Friday Film Festival
Friday, April 7, 2023 (7pm)
Rhythm in Motion
This is the very first Rhythm in Motion concert presented at the 14th Street Y Theater on March 23, 2013. Featured performers included Brenda Bufalino, Michela Marino Lerman, Max Pollak's Rumba Tap, the Tap City Youth Ensemble and Cartier Williams. Directed by Tony Waag, vocals by Aaron Marcellus, Theo Hill on piano, Joe Fonda on Bass and Bernice "Boom Boom" Brooks on drums.
About First Friday Film Festival
ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag presents monthly film presentation on-line with rare footage, new work and other online content revisiting tap dance productions from the past direct from the ATDF archives!

International Tap Dance Forum
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 (10:00am & 9pm EST)
Virtual Event on Zoom
Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap Artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. Come to share or just listen and become informed. There’s a whole world out there creating and producing amazing tap dance works and events!

17th Annual Dance Parade
Saturday, May 20, 2023 (noon-2pm)
ATDF students, teachers, parents, families and artists participate in the Dance Parade by marching behind an ATDF float while Artists in Residence perform. The parade began at 21st & Broadway and then ended up in Tompkins Square Park for DanceFest 2023 with free performances and dance instruction. (2-7pm)

Tap City Youth Concert
Saturday, June 17, 2023 (7:30pm)
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Peter Norton Symphony Space - 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Dancers age 5 - 18 tap up a storm with a live jazz quartet and special guest performers. This evening performance showcases the American Tap Dance Foundation's Youth Program, highlighting budding young rhythm makers and advanced teens from the dynamic Tap City Youth Ensemble.  Featuring classic choreography from iconic tap masters such as Bill “Bojangles” Robinson to master artists such as Brenda Bufalino and Lynn Dally, and contemporary choreographers including Ali Bradley and Demi Remick, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Adult Program Showcase
Saturday, June 24, 2023 (6pm)
PS3/490 Hudson Street
Join our Year-Round Adult Program students as they perform for their friends and family and each other. All classes all levels participate in this annual event celebrating another year with guest appearances by the American Tap Dance Center Faculty and Artists in Residence.

Tap City, the New York City Tap Festival
Monday, July 3 - Saturday, July 8, 2023
“In-Person” Master Classes, Choreography Residencies, Copasetic Boat Ride, Tap Future/Tap Awards Concert, Rhythm in Motion Concert & Tap Treasures Tour.

Adult & Pre-Professional Training Programs
Monday, July 3-7, 2023
Master Classes & Choreography Residencies taught by a star-studded faculty (various levels/adults & teens 12 - up)
Adult Program: Center for Flamenco Arts, 4 West 43rd Street, Suite 608 (between 5th & 6th Avenues, 8th Floor)
PP Program: American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St. (between Greenwich & Washington Streets)

Open House & Film Presentation
Monday, July 3, 2023 (6-8pm)
Meet & Greet with Refreshments and footage from past Festivals
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher St. (between Greenwich & Washington Streets)

Copasetic Boat Ride
Wednesday, July 5, 2023 (Boards 6:30pm/Sails 7:00pm/Returns 10:00pm)
While you soak in the city's skyline, enjoy meeting the Tap City staff, faculty, and your fellow students! There’s something aboard for everyone ...live music, entertainment and dancing, dancing, dancing, so come join us and catch the rhythm. Live tap performances by festival students, teachers, and local tap professionals. Cash bar offers drinks and snacks.
Circle Line Marina, Pier 83, West 42nd St. at Hudson River

Tap Treasures Orientation & Tour
Thursday, July 6, 2023 (6-8pm)
Tap Treasures celebrates and explores tap centric locations in New York that have made a significant contribution to the evolution and history of Tap Dance.
Orientation: TBA - Tour: Various Locations TBA

Tap Future/Tap Awards Concert
Friday, July 7, 2023 (8pm)
Tap City puts ALL students on stage in an informal performance featuring the newly minted work from the Pre-Professional and Adult Program Residencies. Film presentations and performances honoring this year’s awardees, the annual Hoofer and Tap Preservation Awards will be presented and Tap legends will be inducted into the International Tap Dance Hall of Fame.
The Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street

Rhythm in Motion
Saturday, July 8, 2023 (8pm)
Boundary breaking new takes on tap by NYC’s finest tappers & choreographers. Directed and curated by Tony Waag.
The Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street

Thursday, November 16, 2023 (4-4:30pm)
TCYE Story Time Project
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, Between Washington & Greenwich Streets
Tap City Youth Ensemble premieres the new Story Time Project heading to a NYC Public Library near you!  
A special performance of “Rap a Tap Tap, Here’s Bojangles- Think of That!” By Leo and Diane Dillon.  Great for kids ages 5-10.  Free! 

Saturday, December 9, 2023 6pm
Youth Holiday Showcase
Year-Round Youth Program students perform for their friends and family and each other first time of the new season. All classes all levels participate in this annual event celebrating another year and the holidays with guest appearances by the American Tap Dance Center Faculty and Artists in Residence.
PS3, 490 Hudson Street

Sunday, December 10, 2023 6pm
Adult & Teen Holiday Showcase
Our Year-Round Adult and Teen Program students perform for their friends and family and each other. All classes all levels participate in this annual event celebrating another year and the holidays with guest appearances by the American Tap Dance Center Faculty and Artists in Residence.
PS3, 490 Hudson Street

Saturday, February 17, 2024 (3-4pm)
RAP A TAP TAP
Harry Belafonte Library, The New York Public Library, 203 West 115th Street
Great for ages 5-10. Free to the public!

Winter Tap Carnival
Saturday, Feb 17 - Monday, Feb 19, 2024
American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B, (Between Washington & Greenwich Streets

Friday, March 8, 2024 (7-9pm)
Tony’s Tap TV, Virtual Event
Tap City/Tap Choreography 2002
Concert performance filmed at the Duke on 42nd Street
ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag hosts stage stories, rare footage, new work and other live and/or online content direct from the American Tap Dance Center. Live moderation and discussion in the chat room! Free and Open to the Public!

Tuesday, March 12, 2024 (10-11:30am) EST
International Tap Dance Forum
Virtual Event on Zoom
Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap Artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. Come to share or just listen and become informed. There’s a whole world out there creating and producing amazing tap dance works and events!

Thursday, April 11, 2024 (11:30am)
RAP A TAP TAP
Columbus Library, 742 10th Avenue
Great for ages 5-10. Free to the public!

Saturday, April 20, 2024 (3-4pm)
RAP A TAP TAP
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 455 5th Avenue
Great for ages 5-10. Free to the public!

Monday, May 6, 2024 (8pm)
Celebrating Duke Ellington’s 125th Birthday in the City of Jazz!
Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Peter Norton Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street
Presented by the Duke Ellington Center for the Arts in association with the American Tap Dance Foundation
Co-hosted by Mercedes Ellington & Tony Waag
A celebration of the 125th birthday of jazz great Duke Ellington with The Duke Ellington Center Big Band under the musical direction of Eli Yamin. Special guest artist and eight-time Grammy Award winner Arturo O’Farrill was featured in the evening’s lineup of dancers, vocalists, and surprise guests, including drummer Bobby Sanabria, Broadway veteran Ty Stephens, top tappers AC Lincoln, Max Pollak, Karen Callaway Williams, and jazz singers Antoinette Montague and Marion Cowings. The multiple award-winning icon of New York City cabaret, Sidney Myer, narrated the event.

Saturday, May 18, 2024 (12-7pm)
New York City Dance Parade
ATDF students, teachers, parents, families and artists participate in the Dance Parade by marching behind an ATDF float while Artists in Residence perform. The parade begins at 21st & Broadway and then ends up in Tompkins Square Park for DanceFest 2024 with free performances and dance instruction. Our very own Brenda Bufalino is Grand Marshal.

Saturday, June 8, 2024 6:30pm
Tap City Youth Concert 
Dancers age 5 - 18 tap up a storm with a live jazz quartet and special guest performers. This evening performance showcases the American Tap Dance Foundation's Youth Program, highlighting budding young rhythm makers and advanced teens from the dynamic Tap City Youth Ensemble.  Featuring classic choreography from iconic tap masters and contemporary choreographers, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Peter Jay Sharp Theatre, Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th St.

Monday, June 17, 2024 (3:30-4:30pm)
RAP A TAP TAP
67th St. Library, 328 East 67th Street, New York, NY 10065
Great for ages 5-10. Free to the public!

Saturday, June 22, 2024 6pm
Adult Student Showcase
PS3, 490 Hudson Street
Our Year-Round Adult Program students perform for their friends and family and each other. All classes all levels participate in this annual event celebrating another year with guest appearances by the American Tap Dance Center Faculty and Artists in Residence.

Thursday, July 11, 2024 (6-8pm)
A Celebration of the American Tap Dance Foundation
New York Public Library for the Performing Arts at The Lincoln Center, Bruno Walter Auditorium, 65th Street & Amsterdam Avenue
The event honored it's decades-long sharing of the joy of tap dance through its engagement of dancers/choreographers and tap dance enthusiasts of all ages through year-round education and training programs, performance opportunities, an Artists in Residence Program, premiere concert performances such as Rhythm in Motion, Tap City, the annual New York City Tap Dance Festival and many more activities that supported the tap community, both locally and internationally.  

This special event included the presentation of a Lifetime Achievement Award to Tony Waag, ATDF Founding Artistic/Executive Director, for his 24 years of service, leadership, and inspiration to the tap community.

Produced by the ATDF Board of Directors and the Jerome Robbins Dance Division of the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, A Celebration of The American Tap Dance Foundation included the presentation of a Lifetime Achievement Award to Tony Waag, ATDF Founding Artistic/Executive Director, for decades of service, leadership, and inspiration to the tap community.

Supervised by Randy Skinner & Kim Thacker, performers & speakers included Debra Beard, Terry Brock, Brenda Bufalino, Lynn Dally, Barbara Duffy, Jenai Cutcher, Michelle Dorrance, Felipe Galganni, Acia Gray, Deborah Mitchell, Margaret Morrison, Ivan Owens, Adante Power, Lynn Schwab, Tap & Tray (Kurt Albert & Klaus Bleis), Kim Thacker and of course Tony Waag.

Video greetings were also presented from Chloe & Maud Arnold, DeWitt Fleming Jr., Bill Irwin, Lisa La Touche, Dario Natarelli, Max Pollak, Demi Remick, Caleb Teicher & a host of Brazilians! This event was FREE and open to the public!

Monday, December 2, 2024 (6-8pm)
Tony’s Tap TV: From the ARCHIVES
ATDF Artistic Director Tony Waag hosts a monthly presentation on-line with rare footage direct from the American Tap Dance Foundation Archives. Selected footage to be announced!

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 (10am EST)
International Tap Dance Forum
Virtual Event on Zoom
Artistic Director Tony Waag reconvenes a meeting of International Tap Artists, teachers and producers from around the globe to share information and discuss current issues in the field. Come to share or just listen and become informed. There’s a whole world out there creating and producing amazing tap dance works and events! Free and open to the public!