About Us

Mission

The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble provides educational resources and professional performance opportunities to promote the art of rhythm tap.

Note: The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble operates under Fractured Atlas's fiscal sponsorship program. You can support our mission by making a secure, tax-deductible donation online through Fractured Atlas. 
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Photo by: Brian Mengini
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Photo by: Brian Mengini

Our Work

  • Present choreographed works while respecting and upholding the tradition of improvisation in tap
  • Collaborate with local jazz musicians to create new works that challenge the public’s perception of percussive dance
  • Partner with existing tap companies, educators and tap artists to offer master classes, jams, performances and workshops
  • Contribute to the revitalization of Philadelphia's tap community by raising the profile of rhythm tap

Outreach

The Lady Hoofers Tap Ensemble is committed to arts education. As part of our mission to raise the profile of rhythm tap, we offer performances, classes, lecture demonstrations, workshops, and long-term residencies.
In addition to hired performances, each year, the ensemble gives a number of free performances at community events and festivals such as West Park Arts Fest, Franklin Square, Headhouse Farmer's Market, and World Dance Day. We have also provided entertainment at fundraisers for numerous non-profit organizations including Pennsylvania Ballet and Pig Iron Theater Company.