Happy 20th to Us!
It's our 20th Anniversary and we have a full year of celebrations planned.
Find Out MoreThe Chicago Tap Summit is here!
Virtual classes end at the end of the month for the 2021 Chicago Tap Summit! Thank you to all our Sponsors and those who shared the space with us in person.
Learn MoreCDF Lab Artist Bril Barrett
M.A.D.D. Rhythms Director Bril Barrett, 2020 Lab Artist for Chicago Dancemakers Forum, presents "Hoofin' It: The Untold Story of the Founders of Tap".
Get Tickets Now!Our first M.A.D.D. Documentary
M.A.D.D. alum has been working with director Bril Barrett to create and share why we Make A Difference Dancing Rhythms.
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Performances
Performances
Directed by Star DixonM.A.D.D. Rhythms company M.A.D.D. Rhythms produces shows of the highest caliber. Every
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Tap Academy | 2021
Tap Academy | 2021
M.A.D.D. Rhythms will continue to act in accordance with the state and federal guidelines to
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About Us
It is our responsibility to educate ourselves and those around us about the true nature and history of tap dance. #RespectTheDance
The Legacy
M.A.D.D. Rhythms focuses on the unsung founders of tap. We want to tell the stories of the things they endured to make this art form possible.
The Cypher
Every time M.A.D.D. Rhythms connects on the wood, we circle up and honor the roots of tap dance: improvisation.
The Vision
M.A.D.D. Rhythms teaches tap dance as a musical form of expression. We empower every dancer to create, not imitate.
Company Members
Bril Barrett
Star Dixon
Donnetta Jackson
Tristan Bruns
Megan Davis
Alexandrya Fryson
Andrew Carr
KJ Sheldon
Carmen Paquette
Tyler Booker
Ivy Anderson
Izaiah Harris
Molly Sute
Caleb Jackson
M.A.D.D. Features
Our company turns 20 in 2021! Expect a celebration. If you don't know our history, check out our origin story.
We serve our community with our newly founded 501(c)(3). Find out how you can help.
Join us for our annual tap festival at the Harold Washington Cultural Center. More information coming soon.
M.A.D.D. Updates
Hours of operation
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Thursday: 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: Contact Us
Saturday: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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M.A.D.D. Rhythms company