And Perry prides the group on being eclectic itself. We're not just a lineup of guys who all look the same, all the same height. You can't paint it and make it pretty. It would just get all scratched up again. But the uglier it is, the better.
Audiences seem to agree, especially American ones.
They've seen a lot of shows and they know how to show their appreciation. The audience reaction plays a huge part. It's a physically demanding show and the applause helps give energy back to the dancers. All three shows are a far cry from Fred Astaire. All those things are a part of the new generation of tap dancers.