2009 World Champion Tap Dancer

Above is a video of the 2009 World Champion Tap Dancer out of the Junior Age category in Germany. This specific dancer is a male solo dancer and as you can see, is phenomenal with his feet! What do you think of his performance? If you had to guess how old he was and how long he has been dancing for, what would you say? Does this video make you want to dance? Hope you guys enjoy the piece and I can't wait to hear about your comments!

Lesson Plan Blog on WordPress.com!

Hey all! Here is a lesson on WordPress.com! Please take the time to listen and learn! Thanks!

A Broadway Dance Post!

This past fall, I was given the chance to take an online Broadway Dance Class. To my surprise, this class taught me so much about the art and history of Broadway Dance and truly made me appreciate all its aspects. There is so much more to dance than meets the eye. Dance began so long ago and acted as an escape during world wars. People looked to dance for freedom, happiness and joy amidst very harsh times. Broadway dance even had something to do with the transformation of racism. In the beginning, Broadway Dance actually was a way for white people to make fun of blacks. They would paint their faces and humor the crowd. Yet, through the years, blacks also fought for their rights through dance. In the end, blacks became a huge part of Broadway dance through the passion of jazz and blues music. In today's world, Broadway Dance continues to shine. New York City is proof of this! In my life thus far, I have seen many Broadway shows. My mom actually likes to attend these Broadway musicals in the city for family outings. Of course my brother does not love doing this, but we make him go anyway! I would love to hear anyone's favorite Broadway show. Please feel free to post under this any shows or YouTube videos involving the Broadway shows that you enjoy! This specific video that I am providing for you today is a clip from one of my favorite Broadway shows, Anything Goes at the 2011 Tony Awards. Anything Goes is a fun and joyous musical. The main character is played by a well known actress, singer and dancer, Sutton Foster. You may also know her from her show on TV called Bunheads. Foster is such a graceful dancer and also brings humor and sass to the show. Please watch this clip! Hopefully you enjoy and see the hype about Broadway!