✦ A Peer-Produced Digital Commons · Built and maintained by the community
A shared infrastructure
for the tap world.
An open, collaboratively maintained space for tap dancers, teachers, companies, and organizers worldwide. For directories, events, knowledge, and connection. No account needed to contribute.
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Upcoming Events
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Apr
6
Triangle Tap Jam
Durham, NC, USA · Open to all levels · Free
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Apr
15
Global Tap Dance Forum
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May
22
NYC Tap Festival
New York, USA · May 22–26
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Jun
14
Tap in Bogotá Workshop
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From the Directory
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Yuki Tanaka
Teacher & Performer
Tokyo, Japan
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Maria Chen
Festival Organizer
Singapore
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Carlos Mendez
Performer & Choreographer
Buenos Aires
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Ana Lima
Performer & Teacher
São Paulo, Brazil
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From the Archive
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Step & Combination
The Cincinnati
A foundational rhythm tap combination with multiple regional variations. 4 versions contributed.
History & Lineage
Sandman Sims: A Lineage Overview
Tracing the influence of Howard "Sandman" Sims across three generations of tap artists.
Oral History
Tony Waag on Building the Global Tap Forum
A 45-minute recorded conversation on infrastructure, community, and the long game.