People often ask dancer and choreographer Michelle Dorrance when she knew she wanted to become a professional dancer. Her answer is simple: "I just knew I would never stop tap dancing," she tells ...

Michelle Dorrance leads from behind. The 38-year-old tap wizard, superintending glorious dancing at the Joyce through the end of the year, often comes off as “just one of the girls,” a foot-soldier in ...

Michelle Dorrance’s new work, “Shift.,” honors Gene Medler, the teacher who founded the North Carolina Youth Tap Ensemble. By Brian Seibert Tap festivals have been pivotal in passing on tradition. But ...

Performances in N.Y.C. Advertisement Supported by Critic’s Notebook Some conservative media took offense at a joy-filled holiday video shot at the White House. They’re missing the point. By Gia ...

Among the various dance clubs on campus, one group is distinguishing themselves by focusing solely on tap dancing. The Tap Ensemble at Virginia Tech will showcase their talents on May 4th in the ...

Join ATDF for a special Awards Ceremony featuring surprise guests, film clips, and live performances honoring the recipients of the 2024 and 2025 Hoofer Awards, Tap Preservation Awards, and ...