Sammy Dyer
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A NIGHT AT CLUB DELISA Revives The Golden Age Of Bronzeville's Club Scene (Sep 19, 2024)
SDC Foundation Awards Cristin Carole with 2023-2024 Denham Fellowship (Apr 15, 2024)
3Arts Announces Awardees Of 2023 3Arts Awards In Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Music, And Arts Education (Oct 5, 2023)
A NIGHT AT CLUB DELISA Revives The Golden Age Of Bronzeville's Club Scene (Sep 19, 2024)
SDC Foundation Awards Cristin Carole with 2023-2024 Denham Fellowship (Apr 15, 2024)
3Arts Announces Awardees Of 2023 3Arts Awards In Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Music, And Arts Education (Oct 5, 2023)
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A NIGHT AT CLUB DELISA Revives The Golden Age Of Bronzeville's Club Scene
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2024
'A Night at Club Delisa' in Chicago on September 28-29, 2024, will revive the 1950s Bronzeville club scene, featuring works by Black choreographers Sammy Dyer and Shirley Hall Bass, produced by The Sammy Dyer School of Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2024
'A Night at Club Delisa' in Chicago on September 28-29, 2024, will revive the 1950s Bronzeville club scene, featuring works by Black choreographers Sammy Dyer and Shirley Hall Bass, produced by The Sammy Dyer School of Theatre.
SDC Foundation Awards Cristin Carole with 2023-2024 Denham Fellowship
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, has named Cristin Carole as this season’s SDCF Denham Fellow . Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 15, 2024
Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, the not-for-profit foundation of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society, has named Cristin Carole as this season’s SDCF Denham Fellow . Learn more!
3Arts Announces Awardees Of 2023 3Arts Awards In Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Music, And Arts Education
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2023
Celebrate the 2023 3Arts Awards honoring talented artists in dance, theater, visual arts, music, and arts education. Donnetta “LilBit” Jackson, Rika Lin, Rashada Dawan, Avreeayl Ra, Nancy García Loza, and Charlotte “Chuck” Gruman are among the awardees. Grammy Award-winning opera singer Will Liverman will perform at the event.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 5, 2023
Celebrate the 2023 3Arts Awards honoring talented artists in dance, theater, visual arts, music, and arts education. Donnetta “LilBit” Jackson, Rika Lin, Rashada Dawan, Avreeayl Ra, Nancy García Loza, and Charlotte “Chuck” Gruman are among the awardees. Grammy Award-winning opera singer Will Liverman will perform at the event.
¿Chicago Human Rhythm Project Presents 33rd Annual RHYTHM WORLD
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2023
Chicago Human Rhythm Project's 33nd Annual International Festival of American Tap presents performances, education programs and CHRP's annual Gala 'Jubalee' at five venues around Chicago featuring generations of celebrated artists from around the globe directed by CHRP Artistic Director, Jumaane Taylor. Running July 14 – 23.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 18, 2023
Chicago Human Rhythm Project's 33nd Annual International Festival of American Tap presents performances, education programs and CHRP's annual Gala 'Jubalee' at five venues around Chicago featuring generations of celebrated artists from around the globe directed by CHRP Artistic Director, Jumaane Taylor. Running July 14 – 23.
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Joins The Harold Washington Cultural Center For An Open House This Saturday
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago's premier tap collective, joins the Harold Washington Cultural Center (HWCC) for a one day only special event, The Center of Culture Open House, Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Harold Washington Cultural Center, 4701 S. King Dr. The open house is free of charge and open to the public.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago's premier tap collective, joins the Harold Washington Cultural Center (HWCC) for a one day only special event, The Center of Culture Open House, Saturday, Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the Harold Washington Cultural Center, 4701 S. King Dr. The open house is free of charge and open to the public.
Artists Announced For The Elevate Chicago Dance 2022 Festival
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2022
30 local dancemakers and dance companies will be featured October 13-16 in Elevate Chicago Dance 2022, produced by Chicago Dancemakers Forum as part of the Year of Chicago Dance.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 10, 2022
30 local dancemakers and dance companies will be featured October 13-16 in Elevate Chicago Dance 2022, produced by Chicago Dancemakers Forum as part of the Year of Chicago Dance.
Photos: First Look at BRIDGING THE GAP ONE STEP AT A TIME, Streaming This June
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier Tap collective, and Chicago Tap Theatre, Chicago’s vibrant dance company preserving and celebrating Tap, as Chicago Tap All-Stars, present a performance collaboration to bring unity and connection across the entire Tap community with “Bridging the Gap: One Step at a Time.”
by A.A. Cristi - May 26, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier Tap collective, and Chicago Tap Theatre, Chicago’s vibrant dance company preserving and celebrating Tap, as Chicago Tap All-Stars, present a performance collaboration to bring unity and connection across the entire Tap community with “Bridging the Gap: One Step at a Time.”
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Celebrates The Year Of Chicago Dance With May - September Events and Company Updates
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier tap collective, begins the new year with the announcement of new company members, monthly Community Tap Jams, classes, a fundraiser, the launch of a podcast network and more.
by Stephi Wild - May 12, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier tap collective, begins the new year with the announcement of new company members, monthly Community Tap Jams, classes, a fundraiser, the launch of a podcast network and more.
M.A.D.D. Rhythms and Chicago Tap Theatre to Hold Weekend of Classes and Performances
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 8, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier Tap collective, and Chicago Tap Theatre,Chicago’s vibrant dance company preserving and celebrating Tap, as Chicago Tap All-Stars, a production collaboration to bring unity and connection across the entire Tap community, present events, a performance and a V.I.P. screening of “Bojangles” celebrating National Tap Dance Day and the Year of Chicago Dance, May 21 - 25. Tickets for events vary from free to $120 for a multi-event participation. Information, registration and tickets may be found at https://bit.ly/chicagotapallstars.
by Marissa Tomeo - Apr 8, 2022
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier Tap collective, and Chicago Tap Theatre,Chicago’s vibrant dance company preserving and celebrating Tap, as Chicago Tap All-Stars, a production collaboration to bring unity and connection across the entire Tap community, present events, a performance and a V.I.P. screening of “Bojangles” celebrating National Tap Dance Day and the Year of Chicago Dance, May 21 - 25. Tickets for events vary from free to $120 for a multi-event participation. Information, registration and tickets may be found at https://bit.ly/chicagotapallstars.
Chicago Human Rhythm Project Announces New Leadership and RHYTHM FEST
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2021
Chicago Human Rhythm Project is paving a post-pandemic path forward following its 2019 strategic plan with Jumaane Taylor leading a re-imagined 30th Anniversary tap festival - Rhythm World.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2021
Chicago Human Rhythm Project is paving a post-pandemic path forward following its 2019 strategic plan with Jumaane Taylor leading a re-imagined 30th Anniversary tap festival - Rhythm World.
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Principal Dancers Create New Videos Commemorating Black History and Women's History Months
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2021
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier tap collective, has announced new video content created by principal dancers Star Dixon, Donnetta Jackson and KJ Sheldon celebrating and commemorating Black History and Women’s History months. The videos will premiere in February and March on M.A.D.D. Rhythms’ YouTube channel.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 15, 2021
M.A.D.D. Rhythms, Chicago’s premier tap collective, has announced new video content created by principal dancers Star Dixon, Donnetta Jackson and KJ Sheldon celebrating and commemorating Black History and Women’s History months. The videos will premiere in February and March on M.A.D.D. Rhythms’ YouTube channel.
Chicago Dance History Project Announces Interview Marathon Schedule
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2021
Chicago Dance History Project (CDHP) has confirmed the lineup and schedule for its Interview Marathon on January 31. Interviewees will appear live from international locations and around the U.S. CDHP Executive/Artistic Director Jenai Cutcher will conduct all the interviews from Chicago's historic Auditorium Theatre, which has donated its space for the event.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 12, 2021
Chicago Dance History Project (CDHP) has confirmed the lineup and schedule for its Interview Marathon on January 31. Interviewees will appear live from international locations and around the U.S. CDHP Executive/Artistic Director Jenai Cutcher will conduct all the interviews from Chicago's historic Auditorium Theatre, which has donated its space for the event.
Chicago Dancemakers Forum Announces the 2017 Lab Artists
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2017
Chicago Dancemakers Forum presents Brittany Harlin, Daniel "Bravemonk" Haywood, Joshua L. Ishmon, Jumaane Taylor, Rika Lin, and Victoria Bradford as the recipients of the 2017 Lab Artist Awards.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 20, 2017
Chicago Dancemakers Forum presents Brittany Harlin, Daniel "Bravemonk" Haywood, Joshua L. Ishmon, Jumaane Taylor, Rika Lin, and Victoria Bradford as the recipients of the 2017 Lab Artist Awards.
Tapman Presents MADD Rhythms 'Supreme Love,' Now thru 9/20
by BWW News Desk - Sep 4, 2015
Tapman Productions, a newly formed Chicago-based tap company, and Artistic Director Tristan Bruns are proud to announce the final show in their 2015 season M.A.D.D. Rhythms' Supreme Love, now through September 20, choreographed by Jumaane Taylor with music direction by Rajiv Halim, at the Athenaeum Theatre, Studio 2, 2936 N. Southport Ave.
by BWW News Desk - Sep 4, 2015
Tapman Productions, a newly formed Chicago-based tap company, and Artistic Director Tristan Bruns are proud to announce the final show in their 2015 season M.A.D.D. Rhythms' Supreme Love, now through September 20, choreographed by Jumaane Taylor with music direction by Rajiv Halim, at the Athenaeum Theatre, Studio 2, 2936 N. Southport Ave.
Tapman to Present MADD Rhythms 'Supreme Love,' 9/4-20
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 12, 2015
Tapman Productions, a newly formed Chicago-based tap company, and Artistic Director Tristan Bruns are proud to announce the final show in their 2015 season M.A.D.D. Rhythms' Supreme Love, September 3 - 20, choreographed by Jumaane Taylor with music direction by Rajiv Halim, at the Athenaeum Theatre, Studio 2, 2936 N. Southport Ave. Previews are $10 and are Friday, Sept. 4 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 5 at 3 p.m. Press night is Saturday, Sept. 5 at 7:30 p.m. There is no performance Sunday, Sept. 6 and an added Thursday performance, Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Regular ticket prices are $25 and the performance schedule is Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets to Supreme Love are on sale now and can be purchased at www.athenaeumtheatre.org or by calling 773.935.6875. For more information on Tapman Productions visit TapmanProductions.com.
by Tyler Peterson - Aug 12, 2015
Tapman Productions, a newly formed Chicago-based tap company, and Artistic Director Tristan Bruns are proud to announce the final show in their 2015 season M.A.D.D. Rhythms' Supreme Love, September 3 - 20, choreographed by Jumaane Taylor with music direction by Rajiv Halim, at the Athenaeum Theatre, Studio 2, 2936 N. Southport Ave. Previews are $10 and are Friday, Sept. 4 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 5 at 3 p.m. Press night is Saturday, Sept. 5 at 7:30 p.m. There is no performance Sunday, Sept. 6 and an added Thursday performance, Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. Regular ticket prices are $25 and the performance schedule is Fridays at 7:30 p.m., Saturdays at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets to Supreme Love are on sale now and can be purchased at www.athenaeumtheatre.org or by calling 773.935.6875. For more information on Tapman Productions visit TapmanProductions.com.
Windy City Rhythms Salutes 1st Ladies of Tap 5/15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, debuts at the esteemed DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place in Chicago, May 15 at 5 p.m. for Windy City Rhythms, its annual performance celebrating National Tap Dance Day.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, debuts at the esteemed DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place in Chicago, May 15 at 5 p.m. for Windy City Rhythms, its annual performance celebrating National Tap Dance Day.
Windy City Rhythms Honors First Ladies of Tap 5/15
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, debuts at the esteemed DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place in Chicago, May 15 at 5 p.m. for Windy City Rhythms, its annual performance celebrating National Tap Dance Day.
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, debuts at the esteemed DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place in Chicago, May 15 at 5 p.m. for Windy City Rhythms, its annual performance celebrating National Tap Dance Day.
Windy City Rhythms Honors First Ladies of Tap 5/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 1, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, debuts at the esteemed DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place in Chicago, May 15 at 5 p.m. for Windy City Rhythms, its annual performance celebrating National Tap Dance Day.
by Gabrielle Sierra - Apr 1, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, debuts at the esteemed DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place in Chicago, May 15 at 5 p.m. for Windy City Rhythms, its annual performance celebrating National Tap Dance Day.
Windy City Rhythms Salutes 1st Ladies of Tap 5/15
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 22, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, debuts at the esteemed DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place in Chicago, May 15 at 5 p.m. for Windy City Rhythms, its annual performance celebrating National Tap Dance Day.
by Gabrielle Sierra - Mar 22, 2011
The Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP), the world's first year-round presenter of American tap dance and contemporary percussive arts, debuts at the esteemed DuSable Museum of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place in Chicago, May 15 at 5 p.m. for Windy City Rhythms, its annual performance celebrating National Tap Dance Day.
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