MAKE A DIFFERENCE! DONATE TODAY
When you or a family member wants to learn about tap, where do you turn?
If you’re like most in our community, you turn to M.A.D.D. Rhythms
Why?
Because you know you will receive an absolute top notch tapdance education.
And you also know that you’ll be treated like a real person, by dedicated, compassionate tap professionals in a warm, caring environment.
Your contributions have helped make M.A.D.D. Rhythms one the leading tapdance organizations in the Country. We are so grateful to you for supporting our mission to preserve, promote and contribute to this artform called tap .
Thanks to you, our organization has touched the lives of thousands of youth – whether they needed a positive alternative to the streets, an outlet to express themselves or sought to improve their quality of life.
M.A.D.D. Rhythms is your community tapdance collective. We exist to serve you and your loved ones – to spread joy, love, discipline and creative expression.
In this uncertain economic time, we count on your support – now more than ever.
Your gift is extremely important to M.A.D.D. Rhythms because it provides resources that make an immediate impact – that will help us through these interesting – and tough – times.
Your gift of $100, $500, $1,000 or $5,000 can make all the difference…… to our instructors, our students, our programs, our communites, our support staff – to every one here who works to serve you.
Please consider making as generous a gift as you can.
As Chicago’s underserved communities continue to experience an increase in youth related violent crimes, your tap collective is committed to staying at the forefront – for you, for your loved ones, for every person in the community. Please help to make this possible with your contribution.
Your donation will make a world of difference. I promise you.
Thank you so much for your help.
Sincerely,
Chicago Tap Summit 2017 Sponsorship Opportunities
We are reaching out to you, our community, our friends and supporters, to participate in this event by being a sponsor for the upcoming Chicago Tap Summit 2017 and production titled “Chicago: Sole Sounds of the Windy City”. The sponsorship rate is $1,000 and includes your logo placement on all printed and web specific materials, tickets to the show and the ability to make an announcement from the stage if you’d like. Please send your check/money order to our office by September 30, 2017, to be presented at our October 13th – 15th event.
M.A.D.D. Rhythms’ Needs Your VOTE – Help Us Get An $100,000 Grant To Make Even MORE Of A Difference Dancing Rhythms
Dear friends, family, fans, supporters and recipients of various opportunities provided by
M.A.D.D. Rhythms,
We are calling on you to help us reach the next level of consideration for a $100,000 grant from Chase.
All it takes is 1 click of the above image and your vote is cast.
We are more than halfway there, but we need you to put us over the top!
Thank you, in advance, for taking the time to help us continue to help our communities!
-Bril Barrett
Founder/Director of M.A.D.D. Rhythms
SUMMER 2011 6-week session
SUMMER 2011
The M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy
Satellite classes at The Harold Washington Cultural Center
4701 S. King Drive
Chicago, IL. 60615
Online registration is encouraged
6-week Summer Session Jul. 9 – Aug. 13 – Sat. Only
Register TODAY for your session. Space is limited.
| DAY | TIME | INSTRUCTOR | LEVEL | FEE | AGES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 11am – 12noon | Star | Toddler Tap | $90 | 3-4 |
| Saturday | 12noon – 1pm | Bril | Beginning Basics | $90 | 5-8 |
| Saturday | 1pm – 2pm | Bril | Never 2 old 2 start | $90 | 18+ |
| Saturday | 2pm – 3pm | Star | Intermediate | $90 | All Ages |
| Saturday | 3pm – 4pm | Bril | Advanced | $90 | All Ages |
The M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy
Satellite classes at Big City Swing
1012 W. Randolph Street
Chicago, IL. 60607
Online Registration is encouraged
Tap – Options for all levels
4-Week Summer Session July 14, 21, 28 and Aug. 4
Early Bird Registration $45 until July 10, 2011
$50 after
Online registration only
| DAY | TIME | INSTRUCTOR | LEVEL | FEE | AGES |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursdays | Tap I – 6:00pm – 7:00pm | Bril | Tap I | $45 | All Ages |
| Thursdays |
Tap II – 7:00pm – 8:00pm
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Bril | Tap II | $45 | All Ages |
| Thursdays | Tap III 8:00pm – 9:00pm | Bril | Tap III | $45 | All Ages |
Please register early as spaces are filled on a first come-first served basis. Any class with less than 5 students will be cancelled immediately and all monies refunded. Call 773.256.1899 or email us at tapacademy@maddrhythms.com for more information.
Download our tap shoe supplier list. CLICK HERE
Use the pull down menu below to select your class and register for the 2011 Winter Session of the M.A.D.D. Rhythms Tap Academy.
For more information about the Tap Academy email tapacademy@maddrhythms.com or call (773) 604-1899
Tap Academy | Fall 2010
M.A.D.D. Rhythms has a new home! As a matter of fact we have 4 new homes!
The Harold Washington Cultural Center
Lou Conte Dance Studios
Latin Street Dancing
Big City Swing Read more
Youth Boot Camp 2010
Register today for the M.A.D.D. Rhythms Youth Tap Boot Camp.
The early bird special will not last long. Register today for just $175.00. Early bird registration ends May 21st, 2010. Then the regular price will be in effect ($200.00). Don’t let your children miss out on this exclusive week of training from the world renowned M.A.D.D. Rhythms crew!
RESPECT THE DANCE!
Youth Tap Boot Camp runs June 21 – 25, 2010.
(Week 2 details coming soon)
Snacks will be provided everyday.
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Youth Tap Boot Camp Daily Schedule
1pm – 2pm Improvisation
2pm – 2:05 Break
2:05 – 3:05 Technique
3:05 – 3:20 Snack (always healthy)
3:20 – 4:20 Choreography
4:20 – 4:30 Break
4:30 – 5pm Footage/History
Rise and Fall of Miss Thang DVD – On Sale
For a limited time only, purchase a copy of the award winning independent film “The Rise and Fall of Miss Thang” and get free shipping for all orders within the USA. Get your DVD today.
Director Stacie E. Hawkins was born and raised in Aurora, IL and attended West Aurora Senior High School. She received her B.A. from the University of Arkansas Pine Bluff and her Masters in Film production from Chapman University in Orange County, California.
Capezio Tap Shoe Sale
625C – Child’s Jr. Tyette
A great tap shoe for beginners, it features Capezio taps, a plastic heel and a rubber sole. Made of synthetic materials, it has matching nylon binding, a rounded toe and a gross-grain bow tie.
