PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM Registration Information & Form
About the Adult Program and Master Classes Public Performances and Events Special Events for Students PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM 2009 PPP Repertory Choreographers: Chloe Arnold and Acia Gray Tap City’s popular Teen program is geared specifically to the advanced young adult (ages 13 -19) seeking a challenging and unique educational and performance opportunity. The all-inclusive program focuses on honing well-rounded tap skills in a professional environment that stresses self-discipline and excellence. Selected by video audition, students will work intensively with either Chloe Arnold or Acia Gray in the preparation of tap choreography that will be performed on the 4th evening of the program. Program information is below. If you have further questions or concerns, please contact Pre-Professional Program Director Thelma Goldberg at tgoldberg@atdf.org, or call 781-863-5360 (The Dance Inn). Classes at: Chelsea Studios, 151 West 26th St, 6th floor, betw 6th – 7th Avenues.
PPP OVERVIEW: Each day begins with an intensive class experience in which you’ll work with other advanced dancers in the development of new choreography. Monday and Wednesday lunch times are structured activities for PPP participants. Optional lunch activities are available on Tuesday. A different master class is offered Monday through Wednesday afternoons. NEW this year is “Take it to the Studio” an informal studio showcase featuring PPP participants on Monday afternoon from 3:45 – 5:30. Thursday evening PPP students perform their newly learned repertory pieces at Tap Youth/Tap Future, 7:00 pm. The week ends with students attending Friday’s Tap City Premier Performance to see the finest professional tap dancers from across the globe. Students who wish may take Master Classes on Friday and Saturday for an additional fee. See below for information: PPP Course Descriptions How to Apply for the PPP Printable PPP Application Form How to apply for an additional performance opportunity Gregory Hines Youth Scholarship Program COURSE DESCRIPTIONS: PPP REPERTORY (9:45 – 12:30) Monday – Thursday Chloe Arnold - PPP Repertory A: class description TBA
Acia Gray – PPP Repertory B: From Head to Toe LUNCH TIME EVENTS: (12:30 – 2:00) Monday – Wednesday
Monday: PPP Orientation Join Thelma Goldberg, Director, for a discussion about the week’s activities and an informal meet and greet with other participants. Lunch will be provided. Tuesday: Relax and enjoy lunch with your new friends or attend Tap City’s popular lunchtime “Tap Talks, Tap Films.”
Wednesday: What’s next??? Real People, Real Stories, Real Options Thelma Goldberg leads a panel discussion with PPP choreographers and other special guests about routes to achieving your dance goals after high school. Don’t miss this informative and very helpful discussion about the options available to young dancers who want to continue their training and explore opportunities in the professional and college dance world.
MASTER CLASSES: (2:00 – 3:30) Monday – Wednesday Broadway Tap with Randy Skinner, recipient of the Tap City 2009 Hoofer Award Hip Hop with “GEO” (George Hubela) of America’s Best Dance Crew ICONic Tap History and Film with David Rider, popular youth choreographer and teacher EVENING ACTIVITIES & OPTIONAL EVENTS: Monday – Wednesday events TBA Thursday – 2:00 pm at Symphony Space The Tap City Adult Student and Faculty Showcase includes new work developed in the Adult Reps as well as studio choreography brought to New York by participants. Some of your favorite faculty may perform as well. Come and cheer on your older friends as they share their passion and joy for tap. (Optional Event, ticket not included in tuition) Thursday – 7:00 pm at Symphony Space Tap Youth/Tap Future will be presented in one show this year at the spacious Symphony Space theater. PPP rep pieces will be presented along with repertory pieces from the Youth Program and choreography accepted by video audition. Please note that audition tapes for Tap Youth Tap Future are separate from audition tapes for the PPP. Friday – Tap City Premier Performance 8:00 pm at Symphony Space Join other PPP participants at Symphony Space on Friday evening at 8:00 for the cutting edge Tap City concert featuring today’s hottest tap stars. A ticket to this exciting evening event is included in your PPP tuition. More discussion about this social event will take place at the Orientation Meeting. Friday & Saturday – Master Classes at Chelsea Studios Tap City ends with two days of amazing Master Classes and 2-Day Courses (Optional Classes, not included in tuition).HOW TO APPLY Pre-Professional Program Application Information: The Pre-Professional Program is for advanced tap dancers ages 13 – 19 who are ready for an intensive class and performance experience. Dancers will be selected by video audition. We do not guarantee that dancers will be placed in their first choice of repertory groups. Each cast will be balanced to include dancers from diverse areas of the world, representing different ages, gender, and experience. We recommend that groups of 4 or more from the same studio split up between the two repertory groups. Notice of acceptance in the program will be made by e-mail. Students who are accepted will need to send full payment and registration fee to reserve their spot in the program.
Click here for PPP Application Form Please check out the Information and FAQs to help prepare you for this exciting experience. Check out the Adult Program for additional Master Classes (for ages 12 and up) HOW TO APPLY FOR AN ADDITIONAL PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY One of the unique offerings of the New York City Tap Festival is the extraordinary opportunity to perform in New York City. Participants of the Pre-Professional Program will perform the choreography of our Master Choreographers at Symphony Space on Thursday evening at 7:00 pm in the Tap Youth/Tap Future concert. We strongly urge families and friends to purchase tickets as soon as you are accepted into the program. In addition to this performance there is one other opportunity that is available to participants: Take it to the Studio, an informal studio showcase. Read the information below and visit Performance Opportunities for instructions. TEEN PERFORMANCES TAKE IT TO THE STUDIO An informal in-studio performance opportunity for TEEN tappers (ages 13 - 19) PPP Only Monday, July 6, 2009 3:45 – 5:30 PM Chelsea Studios 151 West 26th Street Btw 6th & 7th avenues, (5th or 6th floor) Free to all registered Festival participants and guests Share your solo, duo, trio and ensemble pieces in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. No costumes, no gimmicks, just BRING IT!
TAP YOUTH/TAP FUTURE (ages 6-19) all PPP rep groups will perform Symphony Space - 2537 Broadway at 95th Street Tickets: $20 Here is the ultimate performance opportunity – a chance to dance in New York City in a professionally produced concert. PPP rep pieces will be presented along with repertory pieces from the Youth Program and choreography accepted by video audition. This is an incredible opportunity for teachers to showcase their ensemble choreography. A few solos, duets and trios will also be selected. Hosted by Michele Ribble and Tony Waag (Includes Tap Teacher Awards Ceremony)
Audition & Application Requirements: In order to be eligible for the above performance opportunities, students must be registered Festival participants in the Tap City Mini-Fest, Youth or Pre-Professional Programs only. Visit Performance Opportunities for full information and application. Tap Youth / Tap Future: Performers are chosen by video submission. Send audition footage (DVD or VHS American NTSC format) and all required materials to: Youth Program Director – Michele Ribble. Audition submissions deadline is May 15, 2009. Tickets for Tap Youth/Tap Future available through:
Box Office: 212.864.5400 Hours: Tues - Sun from 12 noon until 6pm. (Box office windoes remain open on the night of a show until one half hour after curtain) Or visit: www.symphonyspace.org
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