Music and Dance (MaD!) Theatricals is a unique collaboration of internationally celebrated jazz artists that sprung into existence in 1999 to create the critically acclaimed "Clara’s Dream, a jazz nutcracker." This intergenerational collection of solo performers, led by artistic director, Drika Overton, includes tap dance pioneer Brenda Bufalino, classical dancer and visual artist Dean Diggins, "next generation" tap star Josh Hilberman, physical comedian Bob Thomas, and noted composer, arranger and musician Paul Arslanian.
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Clara's Dream, a jazz nutcrackerPerformed to sold-out audiences since its premiere in December 2000, this high-voltage adaptation of Tchaikovsky's fairy tale ballet The Nutcracker is a uniquely American jazz tap celebration. MaD Theatricals has transformed the treasured masterpiece into a percussive dance party for the whole family. Virtuosic tappers dance the enchanted story of the "Jazz Nut" with tap styles from Irish and African to Bebop, Latin and Lindyhop. Add the swinging Paul Arslanian jazz sextet, and like magic, Clara's Dream comes to life as an effervescent new classic with rhythm and pizazz Visit our Facebook page"Greats of the tap world... shim-shammed, Lindy-hopped, and tap-tangoed their way to standing ovations." - The Boston Globe |
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