| HISTORY
AMERICAN TAP DANCE FOUNDATION,
INC.
Feb. 24,
1986
Tap Jam & Presentation
Tap Works Studio (611 Broadway #624)
Presentation with the Amy Duncan Trio and guest tap dancers
Charles "Cookie" Cook, Halk Hawkins, 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.
Sept. 28, 1986
42nd Street River to River Festival
Tap Jam from the steps of the New York Public Library at Fifth
Avenue and 42ndStreet
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.
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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. Directed by Pulitzer Prize
recipient Edward Cornell, original music by Grammy Award winner
Benny Golson, Choreography by Ms. Bufalino, and starring 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 introducing
them to Jazz Rhythm Tap.
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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.
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.
Dec. 19, 1988
Tap Jam
Tap Works Studio (611 Broadway #624)
Laurent De Wilde on piano, Tarik Shah on Bass, & David
Jernigan on Guitar.
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Jan. 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 SpaceTheatre, NYC.Other
artists included soloists Brenda Bufalino, Keith Terry and
Ira Bernstein.
April 15, 1989
29th Annual Metropolitian Opera Ball
Benefit for the Metropolitian Opera Assoc.
ATDO was the featured talent for this gala honoring the USA
and its contributions to music and opera at the Metropolitian
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.
Sept. 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.
Sept. 9 &
10, 1989
Atlanta Arts Festival
ATDO opened the 1989 Festival in Atlanta, Georgia in Piedmont
Park. Two full length evening concerts.
Sept. 18, 1989
World Trade Center Plaza
ATDO's second performance presented by the Lower Manhattan
Cultural Council. Summer series of Popular Dance.
Sept. 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.
Oct. 3 & 4,
1989
American Movie Classics
Members of the ATDO performed for an industrial convention
in Atlantic City. (see above)
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.
Oct. 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.
Nov. 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.
WOODPECKERS DANCE CENTER
From 1989 to 1995, the ATDO operated Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center in Soho, which quickly became recognized as a vital force in advancing tap artistry. The center presented year-round programming of performances, workshops and master classes, daily classes for adults and children, tap jams, lectures, video archive presentations and visual arts exhibitions. It was the training ground for many of today’s leading tap dancers and also became a model for numerous tap dance studios, organizations and dance programs all over the world.
Nov. 10 12, 1989
Workshop with the Masters
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
3 day series of professional master classes taught by Jimmy Slyde, Savion Glover, Buster Brown, Cookie Cook, Dianne Walker, Brenda Bufalino, and Barbara Duffy.
Nov. 11, 1989
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Improvisational event attended by tap dancers, professional and amateur, teachers, students, guest artists, and musicians. Open to the general public. Jim Roberts on piano and Jeff Carney on Bass.
Nov. 12, 1989
Film Presentation
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
An evening presentation of rare tap dance footage compiled by film historian and archivist Ernie Smith.
Dec. 16, 1989
ATDO Benefit & Presentation
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The ATDO organized a Christmas party to benefit its new home. Performance included ATDO repertory and solo material by Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino. Jim Roberts on piano and Jeff Carney on Bass.
Dec. 18th, 1989
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(see above description) Monthly Jam with Darrell Grant on piano and Jeff Carney on Bass.
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Jan 13-14, 1990
University of Richmond
Two full length concerts presented by the University of Richmond in Virginia.
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 19, 1990
Larchmont Women's Club
Executive Director Tony Waag and Dance Captain Barbara Duffy perform and lecture about tap history.
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.
WOODPECKERS DANCE CENTER Jan. 26 28, 1990
Workshop with the Masters
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO's second series of master classes incorporating related dance forms: Appalachian Clog, Slapstick & Comedy, and African Ritual Dance of the Congo. Teaching staff included Bill Irwin, Ira Bernstein, Bernadine Jennings, Bernard Manners, Brenda Bufalino, Dianne Walker, Barbara Duffy, & Robin Tribble.
Jan. 26, 1990
Film Presentation
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
An evening film presentation of a special collection of dance films: Crazy Feet Eccentric and comic footage by renowned tap and jazz archivist Ernie Smith.
Jan. 27, 1990
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(see above description) Monthly Jam with Darrell Grant on piano and Jeff Carney on Bass.
Feb. 3, 1990
ATDO Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO performed current repertory and works in progress. Jim Roberts on piano.
Feb. 10, 1990
ATDO Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO performed with featured pianist Amina Claudine Myers.
Feb. 17, 1990
Brenda Bufalino
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents solo performance by Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino with guest artist Amina Claudine Myers on piano.
Feb. 24, 1990
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(see above description) Monthly Jam with Robert Bargad on piano and Ben Wolf on Bass.
Feb. 24,25, 1990
Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Four master classes taught by Steve Condos, produced by Manhattan Tap and sponsored by the ATDO.
March 11, 1990
Full Moon Cafe
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
First of a series of meetings with artists, writers, dancers, musicians, etc... Designed to create a spirit of unity and inspire collaborations within the Arts Community.
March 17, 1990
Brenda Bufalino
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
A repeat solo performance by Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino with guest pianist Amina Claudine Myers.
March 17 & 18, 1990
Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
2 days of master classes taught by Eddie Brown. Produced by Manhattan Tap and sponsor by the ATDO.
March 22 & 29, 1990
Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO sponsored two master classes presented by cast members of "Black & Blue". This was a benefit for Broadway Cares which raises money for people with AIDS.
March 24, 1990
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(see above description) Monthly Jam with Jill McManus on piano and Peter Barshay on Bass.
March 25, 1990
Full Moon Cafe
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(see above)
March 31, 1990
Pat Tony y noT taP
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presented a evening of song and tap dance created by Executive Director Tony Waag and vocalist Pat Tortorici.
April 1, 1990
Broadway Cares
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Benefit Cast members of "Black and Blue" performed in an evening concert to raise money for people with Aids. Organized by Ken Roberson and sponsored by the ATDO.
April 6 - 30, 1990
Art Exhibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The ATDO presented its first Art exhibit with paintings by artists Jebah Baum, Nini Bibow, Moses Hoskins, and Taher Shafie.
April 7, 1990
Pat Tony y not taP
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(repeat performance/see above)
April 8, 1990
Full Moon Cafe
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(see above)
April 28, 1990
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Monthly Jam with guest artist Charles "Cookie" Cook and David Leonhardt on piano.
April 29, 1990
Full Moon Cafe
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(see above)
April 29, 1990
Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Master classes taught by Appalachian Clog dancer Ira Bernstein. Sponsored by the ATDO.
May 1 - 30, 1990
Art Exhibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presented sculptures by artist Bill Wixon.
May 5, 12, 1990
ATDO Performances
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO performances continued with Alki Steriopoulos on piano and vocalist Pat Tortorici.
May 6, 1990
Full Moon Cafe
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(see above)
May 19, 1990
Benefit for Studio
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO performed to raise money to continue renovation of its studios. ATDO repertory and solo work by Executive Director Tony Waag and vocalist Pat Tortorici. Alki Stereopoulos on piano and Jeff Carney on Bass.
May 26, 1990
National Tap Dance Day
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Programs (10 am Noon) The ATDO produced a program for children. The performers included the students at Woodpeckers, the Tap Kids U.S.A., Aristaccato,The LeTang Dancers, and the Harbor Tap Company. (2 pm 4 pm) The ATDO held an open rehearsal for the public with lecture and demonstration by Brenda Bufalino. Jim Roberts on piano. (6 pm) The ATDO hosted a screening of "Essentials of Tap", a video tape featuring Charles "Cookie" Cook, Brenda Bufalino, and Kevin Ramsey. (9 pm Midnight) ATDO hosted its monthly Tap Jam. Jill McManus on piano and Jeff Carney on Bass.
June 1 - 30, 1990
Art Exhibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presented paintings and monoprints by Sandra Applebaum and masks by Deborah Christian.
June 2, 1990
Tap into the Nineties
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presented a tap show choreographed by Jeff Edmond.
June 3, 1990
Full Moon Cafe
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
(see above)
June 16, 1990
ATDO Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO performed current repertory and works in progress with Jim Roberts on piano and vocalist Pat Tortorici.
June 22, 1990
The Carol Chaikin Group
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents its first night of Original Contemporary Jazz.
June 29, 30, 1990
The Countess Comes to Tea/Acrobrats
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The ATDO presented an evening of Theater, Acrobatics, and Clowning by members of the Big Apple Circus.
July 6, 1990
The Rebecca Franks & Virginia Mayhew Quintet
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presented another evening of live Jazz.
July 7, 1990
Adrienne Torf
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presented a solo concert with original compositions by Jazz pianist Adrienne Torf.
July 13, 1990
Women in Tap Festival
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO produced an evening with New York City's women tap dancers. Performers included: Brenda Bufalino, Peggy Spina, Barbara Duffy, Jane Goldberg, Margaret Morrison, Lynne Jassem, Dorothy Wasserman, and Robin Tribble. Emcees, Pat Tortorici & Laraine Goodman, Amy Duncan on piano.
July 14, 1990
Fostina Dixon & Winds of Change Ensemble
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presented Live Jazz music with Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino doing a solo guest appearance.
July 20 - Aug 4, 1990
Art Exhibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents a group show of paintings and photographs by Jebah Baum, Harry Eriksen, Lisa Gardner, Kenneth V. Gore, Moses Hoskins, Robert Kozma, Darinka Novitovic, and Andrea Speccialo.
Sept. 7 - Oct. 7, 1990
Sculpture Exhibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents sculptures by Loren Eiferman Curated by Jebah Baum.
Sept. 14 - 16, 1990
Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
With The Masters Master classes by Dianne Walker, Charles Cookie Cook, Buster Brown, Bernard Manners, Barbara Duffy, Margaret Morrison, and a special composition class by Charles "Honi" Coles.
Sept. 14, 1990
Video Screening
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Great Feats of Feet" Two hour screening of rare 1976 documentary on the Legendary Copasetics. Produced and directed by Brenda Bufalino.
Sept. 15, 1990
Rap about Tap
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Tap master Charles "Honi" Coles talks about his life and tap history. Video tapes.
Sept. 15, 1990
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO's regular event.
Sept. 21 - Oct. 6, 1990
ATDO Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Series American Tap Dance Orchestra (Chamber) performs current works in progress & new works choreographed by individual members.
Sept. 23, 1990
"Billy" Tap/Mime Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Solo performance by ATDO company member Lynne Jassem.
Oct. 12,13,19, 20,26,27, 1990
The Maintenance Man
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Performance Art written and directed by Joey John with film and video.
Nov. 2 - Dec. 4, 1990
Art Exibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Paintings by Michael Hoover and Jebah Baum.
Nov. 8, 1990
ATDO Benefit/Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO performs with guest artists Gregory Hines and Sean Young.
Nov. 9 - Dec. 2, 1990
ATDO Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Series Current repertory and premiere of choreography by board member and tap master Charles "Honi" Coles.
Nov. 16 - 18, 1990
Workshop with the Masters Master
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Classes by Harriet Brown, Fred Strickler, Ira Bernstein, Brenda Bufalino, Gregory Hines, and Savion Glover.
Dec. 1, 2, 1990
Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Master classes taught by West coast dancer/Artistic Director of the Jazz Tap Ensemble: Lynn Dally.
Dec. 2, 1990
"Dancing In the Dark"
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The ATDO presents The Richard Bull Dance Theatre, Jebah Baum, and Michael Hoover in an evening performance of dance and painting.
Dec 7, 8, 1990
"East West Tap Exchange"
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Brenda Bufalino & Lynn Dally perform together in concert. Jim Roberts on piano.
Dec 15, 1990
APAP Presentation
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The ATDO presented selections from repertory for presenters throughout the U.S.
Dec. 16, 1990
Childrens Show
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents a recital for dance & theatre students of Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center & St. Joseph's School.
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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
Mid Western Tour
(8) full length concerts in Montana, Colorado, Utah, and Wisconsin.
Dec 13, 1991
New Paltz
ATDO performs with Brenda Bufalino.
WOODPECKERS DANCE CENTER
Feb. 8 - March 6, 1991
Art Exibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The ATDO presents "Secret Lives", an exhibition of black and white photographs by Matthew Benson & Peter Griffin.
Feb. 16, 1991
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents regular Jam session along with a guest performance by Ted Levy.
Feb. 24, Mar. 3, and Mar. 10, 1991
The Bella Moka Series
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The ATDO and Blue Serge Productions present this series of performance pieces with Lanny Harrison, Karen Feinberg, Lynn Fisher, Betty Oliver, Moki Cherry, Steve Clorfeine, Bob Elhai, and Steve Gorn.
Feb. 22, 23, 1991
"y noT taP"
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The ATDO presents Tony Waag, Executive Director of ATDO & Pat Tortorici, Jazz and Rhythm/Blues Singer in evenings of tap & vocals in a fusion of musical styles.
March 15 - 17, 1991
Workshop With The Masters
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Expanding the Form II: a weekend of Tap, Jazz, Comic movement & Percussion. Master classes by Gregory Hines, Brenda Bufalino, Savion Glover, Margaret Morrison, Barbara Duffy, Bob Berky, and Montego Joe.
March 15, 1991
Tap Jam & Choreography Showcase
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Regular ATDO Jam with performances by dancers from NYC, Boston, & Washington D.C.
March 16, 1991
Solo Show
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Brenda Bufalino Artistic Director's one woman show with Amy Duncan on piano.
April 5, 6, 12 & 13, 1991
ATDO Performances
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The ATDO Chamber Orchestra performs current repertory and works in progress.
May 3 - June 11, 1991
Art Exibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents "Don't Die", an exibition of photographs by Swiss photographer Christer Stromholm.
May 19, 1991
Children's Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
A Tap jamming session to live Jazz for Kids ages 5 to 16. Includes performances by students at Woodpeckers.
May 23, 1991
ATDO Benefit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
An ATDO presentation and reception to benefit ATDO and Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center.
May 24, 1991
Tap Jam/Performances/Slide Show
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO's regular Tap Jam along with special guest performances and a Slide Show and Talk by Prof. Susan Goldbetter on "Tap History in Harlem Through the Eyes of Tap Master Charles "Cookie" Cook.
Dec. 6, 1991
Art Exibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
A special selection of works (Masks & Prints) by Jebah Baum that were integrated into the ATDO's performances at the JOYCE THEATER in October.
Dec. 14, 1991
Student Showing
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO's first complete recital of all classes taught at the studio. (All levels, children & adult combined) Aprox. (75) students performed. This event was then followed by a Tap Jam.
Dec. 15, 1991
Benefit for the Film "Milt & Honi"
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO sponsored this event to raise funds to complete this documentary on bass player Milt Hinton and tap dancer Charles "Honi" Coles.
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Feb 20 & Feb 22, 1992
Florida
ATDO performs in Ft. Lauderdale and Punta Gorda.
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 Bandshell and Premiered "Six Against Two" (Mambo)
Oct 3, 1992
Queensborough Community College
ATDO performs in Bayside, New York
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"
WOODPECKERS DANCE CENTER
Jan 17, 18 1992
Tap Divas
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents Sarah Petronio and Brenda Bufalino.
Jan 24 1992
New Choreography
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presentation of solo choreography expanded to student work and guest performances by soloists from the NYC, Washington, & Boston area.
Jan 25, 1992
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
With special guest performance by Buster Brown.
Feb 14-16, 1992
Workshop With The Masters
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Classes with Gregory Hines, Bill Irwin, Ted Levy, Brenda Bufalino, Josh Hilberman, Montego Joe & ATDO dancers.
Feb 14, 1992
Rap About Tap
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Conversations and video tape with Charles Honi Coles.
Feb. 14, 1992
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
With special guest Josh Hilberman
Feb 15, 1992
Brenda Bufalino Solo Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
New Chapters in the Journal of a Woodpecker.
March 13 & 14, 1992
Tap Divas
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Performances by Lynn Dally and Brenda Bufalino.
March 20 & 21, 27, & 28
April 3 & 4, 10 & 11, 1992
American Tap Dance Orchestra
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO performs current works in progress.
April 17, 1992
New Tap Choreography
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Featuring new work by ATDO dancers as well as soloists from the NYC area.
April 18, 1992
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO regular event May 22, 1992 Tap Jam ATDO regular event
May 23, 1992
Children's Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Sixty students at Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center our introduced to a "Tap Jam".
Aug 17-23, 1992
Workshop With The Masters
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Summer tap intensive with Savion Glover Ted Levy, Gregory Hines, Pam Raff, Bill Irwin, Brenda Bufalino, and ATDO dancers
Aug 21, 1992
Three To Get Ready
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents Josh Hilberman, Pam Raff and Barbara Duffy
Aug 22, 1992
Tap Jam/New Tap Choreography
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Performances by soloists from the NYC, Boston, Washington and Philadelphia area.
Oct 30 - Nov 29, 1992
Art Exibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Still Lifes & Landscapes photography by Robert Kozma
Nov 6 & 7, & Nov 13 & 14, 1992
American Tap Dance Orchestra
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO works in progress and first premiere of "Wrap Around Sound"
Nov 20 & 21, 1992
Tap Divas 1992
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents Harriet Browne and Brenda Bufalino
Dec 4 - Jan 31, 1992
Art Exibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Paintings by Jebah Baum
Dec 4 & 5, 1992
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Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Performance by Executive Director Tony Waag & vocalist Pat Tortorici
Dec 12, 1992
Brenda Bufalino Solo Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
The Journal of a Woodpecker Chapter 8
Dec 18 & 19, 1992
Tap Divas 1992
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents Sarah Petronio and Brenda Bufalino
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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"
WOODPECKERS DANCE CENTER
Jan 15 & 16, 1993
Travels With Tribble
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Solo show by ATDO dancer Robin Tribble featuring new choreography with guest dancers from the ATDO
Jan 22 & 23, 1993
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Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Performances by Executive Director Tony Waag and vocalist Pat Tortorici
Feb 12-18, 1993
Tap Intensive and Workshop With The Masters
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Intensive with Brenda Bufalino, master classes performances and special events
Feb 12, 1993
Video Showing
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Rare footage and lecture by Brenda Bufalino
Feb 13, 1993
Tap Divas 1993
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents performance with Dianne Walker and Brenda Bufalino
Feb 14, 1993
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
With guest artist Ted Levy
May 14-16, 1993
Workshop With The Masters
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Spring Tap Intensive with Lynn Dally, Sam Weber, Buster Brown, Brenda Bufalino, and members of the ATDO.
May 29, 1993
Tap Jam
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
With guest artists Lynn Dally and the Jazz Tap Ensemble
June 18 & 19, 1993
Tap Ventures
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Members of the ATDO showcase New Choreography
July 30-31, 1993
Travels With Tribble
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Featured ATDO dancer Robin Tribble presents her first one person show with original choreography and guest artists
Aug 3-8, 1993
Summer Tap Intensive
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Workshop with master tap dancers Gregory Hines, Ted Levy, Brenda Bufalino, and ATDO dancers at Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center.
Aug 7, 1993
New Tap Choreography
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Evening presentation of solo choreography by local, national and international dancers
Aug 8, 1993
Rap About Tap
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Gregory Hines and Brenda Bufalino team up again for a lecture and discussion session at Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Sept, 1993
Children's Program
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
On-going/Daily classes resume at Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center. Special events, tap jams, and recitals throughout the year
Oct 15 - Nov 13, 1993
Photography Exibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Contemporary photographs by Matthew Benson on exhibit
Oct 16, 1993
Tap Dance Carnival
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents second annual benefit for Woodpeckers which includes a full day of classes, followed by a reception and performance by the ATDO with guest artist Savion Glover.
Nov 6, 1993
Tap Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
One day series of master classes with Sarah Petronio
Dec 19, 1993
Holiday party
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO's annual presentation/recital for students and teachers at Woodpeckers
Dec 27-31, 1993
Children's Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Partially funded by the Department of Cultural Affairs, the ATDO produced this special holiday program for children living in temporary housing.
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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 Gainsville, 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
WOODPECKERS DANCE CENTER
Jan 16, 1994
Children's Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Winter Intensive for young people
Feb 14 - 20, 1994
Summer Tap Intensive
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Classes with Brenda Bufalino, master classes, performances and special events
Feb 18, 1994
New Tap Choreography
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Two evenings of new choreography by ATDO members, guest artists, and children's program director Bonnie MaCleod
Feb 19, 1994
Unaccompanied
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Solo performance by artistic director Brenda Bufalino. New work in development on the life of a minstrel.
March 6, 1994
The Fool and the Flying Ship
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Family musical theatre show presented by Flying Ship Productions.
June 12, 1994
Children's Performance
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Children's program recital
Aug 7-13, 1994
Tap Intensive & Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Regular program with master classes by members of the ATDO, guest teachers Gregory Hines, Buster Brown, Savion Glover and special events
Aug 12-13, 1994
New Tap Choreography
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Presentations of solo and group choreography by local, out of state and International students and professionals.
Nov 11-14, 1994
Tap Dance Carnival
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO's annual fund raising event to benefit Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center. Included a Tap Jam, Performances and master classes.
Nov 14, 1994
Samba/Big Band Evening
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Benefit performance for the studio by Amy Duncan's Big Band Brass Tacks and the NYC's Percussion (Samba) Ensemble
Dec 26-30, 1994
Children's Workshop
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO's second holiday workshop for children living in temporary housing funded in part by The Department of Cultural Affairs.
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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
Spain
Artistic Director Brenda Bufalino, Executive Director Tony Waag, and ATDO's Dance Captain Barbara Duffy will perform ATDO choreography at the 9th Annual Nit de Claque Festival in Reus, Spain.
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.
WOODPECKERS DANCE CENTER
Feb 17-24, 1995
Winter Tap Intensive
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO workshop with members of the ATDO, Intensive courses with Brenda Bufalino & Ed Kresley (Jazz Dance)
Feb 17, 1995
New Tap Choreography
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Presentations by local, national and International professionals and students
Feb 18, 24 & 25, 1995
"Cantata and the Blues"
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO performances in development.
March 17, 1995
"Wingin It"
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Improvised performance with Brenda Bufalino and Lynn Dally
June 4, 1995
Children's Program Recital
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Final event for Children's Program
Aug. 7-19, 1995
Summer Tap Intensive
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presents Workshops with the Masters with numerous guest teachers such as Gregory Hines, Savion Glover, Buster Brown, Ed Kresley and Josh Hilberman, ATDO Featured Dancers. Event also includes a final tap jam for the studio and presentations of New Tap Choreography by local and International students and professionals.
Aug. 17, 1995
Lecture Demo
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO sponsored a lecture on the history and general state of the art by Brenda Bufalino.
Sept. 15, 1995
Woody's Last Fling
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
ATDO presented closing party for the tap community, friends, teachers, and students. Gregory Hines, Harriet Browne, and other tap performers attended.
Sept. 16, 1995
Art Exibit
Woodpeckers Tap Dance Center
Group show currated by Jebah Baum.
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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 will perform 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 Bren | 
