Ongoing research about Buddy Bradley: finding his connection to Bruce Forsyth
Ongoing research about Buddy Bradley: finding his connection to Bruce Forsyth
Now begins 3 years of doctoral research in performing arts with a studentship from the University of Wolverhampton as part of the Black History of British Musical Theatre project led by Dr Sarah Whitfield with Sean Mayes
Tap dance researcher and educator, Annette Walker, has sourced clips of Buddy Bradley’s choreography from several British musical films. Find out more about this unsung genius.
Presentation and panel discussion remembering Bebop Jazz Hoofer, Will Gaines. With guests Andrew Nemr and Junior Laniyan.
The expert panel of artists for this event: Dr S. Ama Wray, Annette Walker, Jreena Green, Sean Graham, Gary Nurse, Joyce Gyimah and Gary Crosby OBE
Bebop master hoofer, tap dance legend from Detroit who settled in the UK and subsequently influenced the UK jazz tap scene including the London Tap Jam. Links to obituaries, articles, videos and photos.
Read about my involvment with the Royal Academy of Dance’s “Dance for Lifelong Wellbeing” project from October 2012 to July 2013.
This article was first published on Dance UK’s website on Tue 28 May 2013 and in Dance UK’s magazine issue 86/Autumn 2013.
By Annette Walker, professional tap dancer and teacher
www.annettewalker.co.uk
A portable tap dance flooring solution using the Stagestep Encore, hardwood dance flooring with sprung subfloor. Available from Flints Theatrical Chandlers in London, UK