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What was the significance of the Apollo Theater in Savion Glover's early career?
What was the significance of the Apollo Theater in Savion Glover's early career?
It was where Glover made his choreographic debut at age 17.
How did Savion Glover's contributions to tap dance differ from traditional styles?
How did Savion Glover's contributions to tap dance differ from traditional styles?
He incorporated storytelling and entertainment to increase its popularity.
What impact did Gregory Hines have on tap dance and its recognition?
What impact did Gregory Hines have on tap dance and its recognition?
He helped create National Tap Dance Day and won multiple awards for his performances.
In which production did Savion Glover and Gregory Hines co-star, and what was its significance?
In which production did Savion Glover and Gregory Hines co-star, and what was its significance?
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What was unique about the 1996 production 'Bring In Da Noise, Bring In Da Funk' that Glover created with George C. Wolfe?
What was unique about the 1996 production 'Bring In Da Noise, Bring In Da Funk' that Glover created with George C. Wolfe?
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Study Notes
Savion Glover
- Made choreographic debut at age 17 at the Apollo Theater.
- Created the group “Not Your Ordinary Tappers”.
- Broadway debut in "The Tap Dance Kid".
- First tap teacher was Diane Walker.
- Received The Dance Magazine Award for Choreography in 1992.
- Known for original tap style called Freeform, Hardcore, or Hitting.
- Played the drums as a child.
- Co-starred with Gregory Hines in "Jelly’s Last Jam" in 1992.
- Worked as the live captioned dancer and choreographer for animated films "Happy Feet" (1 and 2).
Gregory Hines
- Created "The Gregory Hines Show" for television.
- Discovered love for tap dance under teacher Henry Lee Tange.
- Released self-titled album "Gregory Hines" in the 1980s.
- Won six NAACP Image Awards for acting.
- Made Broadway debut in "Girl in Pink Tights".
- Played a significant role in establishing National Tap Dance Day.
Collaborations and Contributions
- Glover partnered with director George C. Wolfe in 1996 for "Bring In Da Noise, Bring In Da Funk".
- "Tap", featuring both Glover and Hines, was notable for merging folk and contemporary rock music.
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Test your knowledge on the influential figures in tap dance, including Savion Glover and Gregory Hines. This quiz covers their contributions, iconic performances, and how they shaped the art of tap dance. Perfect for enthusiasts and students of dance history.
