News
Tuesday 30th September 2008
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Monday 18th August 2008
In exciting news this week we can proudly announce that CAPEZIO - www.capeziodance.com - have come on board as a sponsor of MITF. We are very excited and would like to welcome them to the Australian Tap Family and we look forward to a partnership that will add strength to the Australian Dance Community. Their generous support will extend to all who purchase tickets before the festival - you will receive a 20% discount voucher for their products, redeemable at the workshop sales stand or by mail order.
Capezio, the world’s largest and most respected dancewear brand, since 1887, offer a great range of footwear and apparel for all styles and ages. Capezio have a long history with tap, and of course are well known for their Tele Tone tap plates, and the iconic K360 Tap Oxford. Check out their website for their complete range.
Capezio will also present ‘A Taste of Tap’ (Open Day for Australian Tap Dance Schools) – If you would like to be a part of ‘Capezio’s A Taste of Tap’ to showcase your students and school please send an email to alice@mitf.com.au Registrations close September 19th.
We have joined forces with another great addition to the Australian Dance Community - DanceLife - A complete online directory and social network, catering to the aspirations of all types of performers as well as anyone that is interested in dance and entertainment. DanceLife launches at a time when dance, entertainment and performing is rapidly growing as an industry in Australia. Visit them at www.dancelife.com.au .
Our loyal supporter Connex - www.connexmelbourne.com.au- has been working hard to raise money for a Cancer cure with their initiative that took place on July 31st – $1 from each ticket sold went towards cancer research.
Additionally Connex are allowing us to take over a small section of Flinders St Station to keep daily commuters entertained leading up to the festival – dates to be announced shortly.
Another Thank You to our website sponsor The Website Clinic - www.thewebsiteclinic.com – Giving us the perfect tool for staying in touch with you
Without our generous sponsors and you as supporters this festival would not be possible.
The MITF Schedule is available on the website - if you have problems viewing it please contact us through the website. All classes will take place at Jason Coleman’s Ministry of Dance.(www.ministryofdance.info)
As in previous years, packages are available for Adult & Kid Intermediate and Advanced classes – get in early to take advantage of the discount.
If you would like to reserve your tickets please send an email to ella@mitf.com.au with details.
Remember also to keep an eye on the Tributes page as our aim is not only to educate you in the rhythms and beats but to provide education in the precious history of this artform.
MITF have booked an appearance at Highpoint Shopping Centre Main Stage on October 5th (previously 4th) – come down for a taste of what will be on offer at the festival. Further performances will be announced shortly at a shopping centre near you!
If you would like to experience being part of behind the scenes of the festival and running an event, register your interest to become a volunteer - please send an email to chrissie@mitf.com.au
Thursday 3rd July 2008
PERFORMANCE
Melbourne Youth Tap will be performing this Saturday 5th July at Geelong Performing Arts Centre as part of the Australian Choreography Competition 2008.
WEBSITE UPDATES
Keep an eye on the Tap Tribute page as we keep paying tribute to Masters of our Art Form. Also check out the artist page for updates on performers and video samples will be up soon to accompany them. New photos have also been posted on the Facebook Group ‘Melbourne International Tap Festival 2008′. (For performers of this years festival submit us your photos of rehearsals and pre festival shows and we will post them)
TAP JAMS
Come join us each Saturday for Tap Jams hosted by Grant Swift from 2PM at his studios at Indonesian Uniting Church - 158 Balaclava Road, Caulfield North.
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JUNE 2008.
