This culmination of the season training can be seen not only in technique, but in the areas of confidence and the joy of dance expression in performance. To fully understand the development and syllabus training of the TDC Academy, please take the opportunity to join us at both of these events. The basic technique consists of a strict code of rules regarding posture and movement based on five absolute positions of the feet characterized by turnout of the legs from the hip. Although there are different schools mainly French, Italian and Russian, basic principals are universally recognized and constitute an international language. TDC's rhythm tap technique is based on the styles of the first generation 'hoofers' of Vaudeville, jazz clubs and Broadway with the contemporary exploration of the concert stage.
Tradition is taught with an emphasis on musicality, relaxation and individuality.
Out of a need for meaningful personal expression, the voices of separate artists set the standards. Based on the social dancing of African American culture and jazz music of the 1920's, jazz dance is a living artform, influenced by cultural trends and personalities. With a rich stage history, Broadway has produced the American icon of musical theatre. Students are introduced the areas of production, singing and vocal techniques, theatre history, acting and the elements of musical stage presentations.