Tony Waag, executive director of the American Tap Dance Foundation, announced today the organization’s upcoming special event and in-studio season. This September, ATDF will open its doors to performances by the ATDF Youth Ensemble, Tap Jams with ATDF Artists-in-Residence, “Open Houses,” and a Virtual International Forum where tap dance teachers and producers from around the world share information and discuss current issues in the field. Most events are free, donations welcome.

“We look forward to welcoming back tap dance students of all ages, and our Artists-in-Residence, for the coming fall season,” said Mr. Waag. “I believe our Artists-in-Residence program is one of our most important. We offer guidance and free studio space for professional tap dancers, who then pay it forward by participating in our Tap Dance Center Youth Programs - our students are offered invaluable exposure to top talent in the field. The ATDF Artists-in-Residence program has included top tappers Michelle Dorrance, Caleb Teicher, Chloe Arnold, Brenda Bufalino, Cartier Williams, Lisa La Touche, Max Pollak, Derick K. Grant, Jason Samuels Smith and Michela Mario Lerman.”

From Wednesday, Sept. 9 though Saturday, Sept. 11, the American Tap Dance Foundation will host Open Houses at the American Tap Dance Center, 154 Christopher Street #2B between Washington & Greenwich Streets in downtown Manhattan (times vary). “Meet the staff, check out the studios, borrow a pair of tap shoes (or bring your own), and learn a few moves!” The Sept. 11 Open House event will feature a short performance from the Tap City Youth Ensemble, and guest appearances from the ATDF Artists-in-Residence program. Free.

Visit ATDF Events List or call 646-230-9564 to register for in-studio events.