If you hate to exercise but want a fun way to stay in shape, then join Bonnie Franklin and begin to tap. In this challenging DVD for all ages you will learn to tap at your own pace, step by step. Bonnie Franklin teaches you all the basic steps, how to build combinations and dance popular tap routines such as The Waltz Clog, The Soft Shoe and The Time Step, plus more. Bonnie Franklin has tapped since she was 9 and began teaching at the age of 12. 86 mins. (2004) DVD-Region 1.

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Tapology with Marsha Pitt is a unique five-step instructional tap dancing program. It pairs the teaching of classic tap dancing skills with a Rhythm and Blues sound for an updated, and contemporary spin on this timeless art form. This program provides one-on-one instruction on the most basic tap dancing techniques including brushes, hops, shuffles, leaps and steps. It is designed for people of all ages, from beginner level to the more advanced level, who want to learn how to Tap Dance in the comfort of their own home. Included in this program for the more advanced dancers is the full version of Peek a Boo, a song written and performed by Marsha Pitt. All of the R&B inspired music on this DVD are original compositions created especially for Tapology. Marsha Pitt, whose career started at age 5 is an accomplished dancer, actress and teacher. She was an original cast member of Disney's The Lion King and has instructed many workshops and dance classes. 30 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.

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Tap expert Ginger de Paris has performed and taught tap throughout America and Europe and has studied with the greatest Tap masters. Each step in this program is first introduced and demonstrated with music; then each step is filmed up close and repeated four times, making it easy to follow without a lot of rewinding; and then it's your turn to tap along with Ginger to the music. Also included are 20 minutes of practice music and notes that review each step taught. This beginner video covers the following steps: Shuffle, Flaps, Cramp Roll, Clap Step, Comic Slide, Shim Sham Routine, Broadway Time, Rhythm Time Steps, Time Step Slide, Turning Time Step, and Basic Roll. 90 mins. (1994) DVD-All-Region.

Tap expert Ginger de Paris has performed and taught tap throughout America and Europe and has studied with the greatest Tap masters. Each step in this program is first introduced and demonstrated with music; then each step is filmed up close and repeated four times, making it easy to follow without a lot of rewinding; and then it's your turn to tap along with Ginger to the music. Also included are 20 minutes of practice music and notes that review each step taught. This intermediate video covers the following steps: Paddle Rolls, Trills, Paddle Roll Work-Out, Paddle Rolls with Stamps, Paddle Roll Variation, Walking Step, The Third, Rolling Step, Maxie Ford, Jump & Click, Time Step Stamps, Time Steps Third, Train Step, Turning Step, and Double Shuffle. 90 mins. (1994) DVD-All-Region.

Tap expert Ginger de Paris has performed and taught tap throughout America and Europe and has studied with the greatest Tap masters. Each step in this program is first introduced and demonstrated with music; then each step is filmed up close and repeated four times, making it easy to follow without a lot of rewinding; and then it's your turn to tap along with Ginger to the music. Also included are 20 minutes of practice music and notes that review each step taught. This advanced video covers the following: Warm-up, Boogie Step, Riff, The Chug, Retro Step, Slides, Wings, Turn with Tap, Pull Backs, Hoofer Step, Hoofer Time Steps and the Rap Time Step. 90 mins. (1994) DVD-All-Region.

All three Tap with Ginger tap dance DVDs. See descriptions directly above. 270 mins. DVD-All-Region.

Featured Instructor: Lyn Cramer. Lyn teaches two new tap dances slowly from the back. Dance One: Intermediate Routine - I've Got Rhythm. Dance Two: Advanced Routine - Go Daddio. Lyn Cramer is an associate professor of musical theatre in dance at OU. She has been a teacher, choreographer and director for over 30 years. She directs at regional theatres including Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, Music Theatre of Wichita and Casa Mañana. Cramer’s professional acting career began in 1982, and she is a member of the Actor’s Equity Association and Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers. Featured on instructional tap dance DVDs, Cramer has been a master teacher throughout the United States and has published curriculums in jazz and tap pedagogy. She has served as an adjudicator and master teacher in musical theatre dance at the Hong Kong Academy for the Performing Arts. Age Level: Kids/Teens/Adults. Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced. 60 mins. (2006) DVD-Region 1.

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Featured Instructor: Lyn Cramer. An array of warm up techniques, across the floor, combinations, turns and tap patterns for the Advanced Dancer. Lyn Cramer is an associate professor of musical theatre in dance at OU. She has been a teacher, choreographer and director for over 30 years. She directs at regional theatres including Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma, Music Theatre of Wichita and Casa Mañana. Cramer’s professional acting career began in 1982, and she is a member of the Actor’s Equity Association and Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers. Featured on instructional tap DVDs, Cramer has been a master teacher throughout the United States and has published curriculums in jazz and tap pedagogy. She has served as an adjudicator and master teacher in musical theatre dance at the Hong Kong Academy for the Performing Arts. Age Level: Kids/Teens/Adults. Skill Level: Advanced. 60 mins. (2007) DVD-Region 1.

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Easy to learn step-by-step tap progressions! Beginner thru advanced levels! Glide easily from a waltz clog to a wing as Jimmy Kichler weaves basic variations into dynamic advanced progressions. Enjoy over 30 variations which guide the student from fundamental steps to intricate footwork and rhythms. Join Jimmy and his demonstrators as he offers original progressions that are useful to the beginning student as well as the passionate professional. Jimmy Kichler, a leading tap instructor in New York City, teaches at STEPS on Broadway. Among his students are performers from Broadway, Television and Film. Master classes and workshops have taken him around the globe as has his work as a choreographer and performer. His tapping tones can be heard on the tap track on the Electra Nonesuch CD, Strike Up The Band. 45 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.

In this tap dance video, Alan and his talented dancers will teach and entertain you with three full length pieces of choreography. Each routine is designed for a specific level and is broken down into easy to follow segments. Fun, fresh and exciting choreography brought to you from the dance capital of the world ... New York City! Beginner - This slick routine swings in 4/4 time as a group of energetic dancers intermingle with basic and advanced beginner steps. Intermediate - Alan has created a smooth duet integrating fresh variations and classic steps in waltz time! Advanced - Fire it up for the advanced dancer with a sizzling Latin beat showcasing intricate footwork and patterns. Alan Onickel is an Internationally renowned choreographer and is currently on staff at the famous Alvin Ailey American Dance Center and STEPS on Broadway. In demand for his unique choreography and exciting dance classes, Alan is constantly sharing his talents with students worldwide. Produced and directed by Bob Rizzo. 50 mins. (2006) DVD-All-Region.

Take off with Tap sensation Mike Minery and learn his signature style Acappella Tap choreography! The steps explode off the screen and onto your feet as Mike and his dynamic dancers perform a complete and intricate production number filled with cannons, counter rhythms, partial rhythms, and improvisation - all without music. Mike then breaks down each step, shown from the back with both counts and the names of the steps for easy learning. The material is fresh, cutting edge and ideal for students, choreographers, and tap aficionados alike! A cap-pel-la means to dance or sing without musical accompaniment! 30 mins. (2005) DVD-All-Region.

Warning! This will inspire you to start tapping immediately. Gregg is ready for round 2 and not holding back any punches on TOTAL TAP. He shares with you an out of the box approach to everyday basics along with helpful hints on some of the trickiest steps today. This includes over 25 variations on pullbacks, wings, split tricks and much more. So go get your tap shoes, because the game is about to start & the the future of tap will never be the same. Gregg Russell is an Emmy nominated choreographer who was a guest performer and choreographer on the Disney show “Even Stevens”, “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Third Rock From The Sun”. He danced in the films “Newsies” and “Clueless” and in commercials for The GAP. Gregg has also performed with such recording artists as Sugar Ray, Smash Mouth and Reba McIntyre. He currently teaches at Edge Performing Arts in Hollywood, and has formed an L.A tap club, TapSounds Underground. 60 mins. (2004) DVD-All-Region.

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