RHYTHM WORLD is the oldest and most comprehensive festival of American tap and contemporary percussive arts in the world. RHYTHM WORLD features an extraordinary master faculty of 24 teachers and two weeks of performance, education and community outreach programs including free public performances, tap jams, student showcases, panel discussions and extraordinary faculty concerts at the Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago.
Complete information for Rhythm World 2012 will be available in March. Until that time, please review our 2011 offerings below, as this year's festival will be very similar in size and scope!
| Lane Alexander |
Tre Dumas |
Nico Rubio |
Bril Barrett
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Jay Fagan |
Jason Samuels Smith
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Martin Bronson
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Derick Grant |
Jakari Sherman
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Kristi Burris
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Jason Janas |
Matt Shields
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Kim Chalovich
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Travis Knights |
Randy Skinner
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Jessica Chapuis
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Lisa La Touche |
Everett Smith
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Zada Cheeks
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Tasha Lawson |
Aaron Tolson
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Heather Cornell
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Danny Nielsen |
Dianne Walker
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Victor Cuno
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Jimmy Payne, Jr. |
Sam Weber
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| Michelle Dorrance |
Idella Reed Davis |
Mark Yonally
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| A World of Scholarships |
CHRP will be holding auditions around the world for scholarships to Rhythm World 2012. View details for the location nearest you.
View the 2012 Scholarship rules. |
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| After Work Adult Courses |
Master faculty working exclusively with adults, at a 6pm start time convenient for most working professionals. |
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Courses meet three days from 6pm-7:15pm.
Tuition includes 3 classes, 1 ticket to Thursday night's JUBA performance and a festival t-shirt.
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Early Registration Price: $115 per course
Regular Registration Price: $125 per Course
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| Audition Workshops |
A new format for our workshops! Spend three hours in a mock audition process as you learn specific choreography, audition with your peers, and receive invaluable feedback. |
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Early Registration Price: $65 per workshop
Regular Registration Price: $75 per workshop
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| Courses |
Spend six hours over four days with the teachers of your choice. |
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Courses meet four consecutive days during the times listed below. All courses are cumulative. Students are allowed to switch courses on the first day ONLY.
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Early Registration Price: $95 per course
Regular Registration Price: $105 per Course
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| Intensive Residencies |
The most intensive study available at Rhythm World. Spend 10 hours with up to four amazing teachers. |
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Intensive Residencies meet for five consecutive days during the times listed below.
All residencies are cumulative.
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Early Registration Price: $225 for 1, $425 for 2, $625 for 3, $825 for 4
Regular Registration Price: $250 for 1, $475 for 2, $675 for 3, $875 for 4
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| Kids Program |
Rhythm World's new and improved Kids Program is designed to take young tappers to the next level. Designed for 9-12yrold intermediate students. |
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The curriculum of this program will cover: oral and video histories; rudiments of tap including technique, timing, syncopated rhythms, and improvisational skills; and the development of each dancer's individual style and expressive ability.
Program includes 9 classes, 1 event ticket and a festival T-Shirt.
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Early Registration Price: $150 for program
Regular Registration Price: $175 for program
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| Master Classes |
A rhythm buffet! 1 hour 20 minute classes with over 15 different master teachers. |
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Two full days of classes with tap masters from around the world.
Master Classes meet one time only for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
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Early Registration Price: $25 per masterclass
Regular Registration Price: $30 per masterclass
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| ProTEC |
Conference for young adult professional tappers (25 - 45*) who want to work with their professional peers from around the world. |
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A new conference for young adult professional tappers (25 - 45*) who want to work with their professional peers from around the world.
*ages are only a guide, not a requirement
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Early Registration Price: $350 for program
Regular Registration Price: $375 for program
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| UTEC |
Conference for young adult professional tappers (25 - 45*) who want to work with their professional peers from around the world. |
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A new conference for college and university students/faculty who want to study with their peers and develop a global college network devoted to gaining recognition for American tap in undergraduate dance/music departments.
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Early Registration Price: $325 for program
Regular Registration Price: $350 for program
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| YTEC & PrepTEC |
A unique and comprehensive program designed to help Youth Tap Ensembles expand their repertoire while working with masters, interacting with peers and performing. |
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CHRP's annual Youth Tap Ensemble Conference (YTEC), now in its 10th year, is one of the most comprehensive programs available to tap ensembles. Students work with masters on technique and improvisation, meet with specialists regarding related disciplines, and share and learn choreography. The 3rd annual PrepTEC offers the same amazing opportunities for study to intermediate-level tappers.
Only 5 individuals per ensemble can register per group. Registration fee includes a festival t-shirt.
The week-long schedule is as follows:
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Early Registration Price: $425 for program
Regular Registration Price: $450 for program
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Group Discounts Available!
More information soon.
CHRP has partnered with The University Center
to provide access to their well-maintained and reasonably-priced
facilities during our festival! The University Center is located just
two blocks from the Fine Arts Building in the heart of downtown Chicago.
University Center Semi Suites
Semi
Suites consist of two bedrooms with two beds each sharing a
semi-private bath. Bedrooms include extra-long twin bed, desk with
chair, bookshelves and closet with organizer for each guest. Microwaves
and Refrigerator units can be rented for an additional charge of
$50.00. Standard linen service is provided with these room rates. Linen
service includes weekly linen and cleaning service. Bedrooms include
sheets, towels, internet access and alarm clock. Guests will have
access to the building’s recreation area, fitness center, outdoor
terrace, dining center, floor kitchens, and laundry facilities. In
addition, all guests receive one complimentary meal per day in the
center's dining hall.
Important
Note: All students under 18 must have a chaperone in order to stay at
the University Center. A chaperone can oversee up to 15 students as
part of this policy.
Single Rate, per night = $65.00
Shared Room, per person per night = $50.00
To book your room, click here and use the promotion code "Daily"
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has officially sold out the Seneca Hotel. We understand that many of
you are still in need of accommodations and we will continue to update
this site with new opportunities. |
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