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TAPESTRY 2009 -- INTERNATIONAL TAP DANCE DAY SPECTACULAR!

Presented by Regent Theatre at Regent Theatre

May 16, 2009

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Boston Celebrates 2009 International Tap Dance Day! Tap Dance thrived during the Great Depression, and given the recent months of economic turmoil it should come as no surprise that Dance Inn Productions 2009 celebration of International Tap Dance Day features the largest and most diverse gathering of world-renowned New Englanders in their biggest Tap Day Extravaganza to date. Thelma Goldberg, Josh Hilberman, and the Committee to Celebrate Tap Day have assembled a line-up of Broadway veterans and sparkling ensembles. New England born and bred with show-biz experience that has taken them worldwide, Dianne "Lady Di" Walker ("Black and Blue", "Tap"), Sean Fielder ("Bring in da Noise, Bring in da Funk", and Aaron Tolson ("Riverdance") headline the May 16 Tap Day extravaganza. With an elegant piece of classic choreography, we pay tribute to the late, great, Rosemarie Boyden, a true treasure of tap in New England who influenced countless dancers in her nearly 50 years of teaching. Rounding out the concert, the savvy Tap City Youth Ensemble pays a visit from NYC, to join Goldberg's nationally recognized Legacy Dancers, Tolson's New England Tap Ensemble, and Fielder's Boston Tap Company. Emceed by Hilberman, this show features the best and the brightest of the New England tap scene. On Friday night, May 15, an Opening Night Tap Jam will be lead by Ryan Casey, a Young Arts scholarship recipient and one of the country's leading young male tappers. This event will kick off the three-day party, with live music and a chance for dancers to strut their stuff. Seating is limited so please contact The Dance Inn soon for tickets! Tix: $10 Downstairs at the Regent Theatre, Arlington, MA Tickets for the jam are available through The Dance Inn at 781-863-5360. May 16-17 at the Regent Theatre, Arlington, and the Dance Inn, Lexington Masterclasses for youth and adults, taught by Fielder, Tolson, Walker, Julia Boynton, Drika Overton, Josh Hilberman, Kelly Kaleta, Brian Jones and more! General Information about Tap Day 2009: www.danceinnproductions.com or call 781-863-5360 Tapestry Over the Years Started in 1995, the first celebration included one full day of outdoor tap demonstrations and interactive activities for all age groups, attracting thousands of participants visiting Lexington's annual Discovery Day street fair. In 1996, the program grew to include classes with several local professionals, video presentations of historical tap footage, a student showcase, and a special "Salute to Gene Kelly." Since then it has grown to include the following components:

* A gala Friday evening performance at the National Heritage Museum, featuring nationally acclaimed artists and outstanding local talent

* The presentation of the Tapestry award for distinguished achievement in preserving and furthering the tap dance tradition * Saturday classes in percussive dance for students of all ages and skill levels

* A tap parade and outdoor performances throughout the day on Saturday, scheduled to coincide with Lexington Discovery Day events

* A panel discussion in which performers and master teachers share their views on the history, evolution, and current state of the art of tap dance

*A tap jam and showcase that brings together performers, choreographers, educators, participants, and musicians Tapestry Awardees have included Dianne Walker, Buster Brown, Sue Ronson, Brenda Bufalino, LaVaughn Robinson, Jimmy "Sir Slyde" Mitchell, Jimmy Slyde, Sarah Petronio, Dean Diggins, and Paul Arslanian.