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Scuffd Up! Dance Troop Introduces Tap To Hendrix-Finally

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Scuffd Up!Double Bass Productions and Mike Wittmers present a new artistic fusion of tap and rock proving that tap dance is no longer simply a nostalgic relic from the past or a hobby old Broadway fans.

Danced to the beats of rock classics such as Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, John Mayer, Stevie Rae Vaughn and many more, Scuffd Up! brings a new look, and surely the beginnings of a trend soon to explode, onto the dance scene.

Backed by a rock and blues band and including a guest performance by Michelle Owens, lead singer from the band LadyFOX, this production offers new potential both for rock music and tap dance.

Performing at the Hollywood nightclub, The Gig, Scuffd Up! does not disappoint. Complete with a boast worthy cast of four phenomenal and recently renowned dancers from Canada and the US, the show is comprised of choreography from classic to contemporary to entirely original, including an a cappella piece choreographed by one of the dancers.

Mike Wittmers works as the director, primary choreography, producer and performer on this project and his efforts show. Even when introducing each piece and dancer his passion and excitement is clear. He has transformed a genre of dance that for so long has been viewed strictly as an element of Broadway or a relic from the flapper days.

Whether you are an old tap fan, a dance connoisseur or just love some Zeppelin check this troop out. You’ll find what you’re looking for.

About the author

Analee Pepper

I was born on the pristine coastline of Northern California into an artistic family, my mother an artist, my father a blues musician. I have pursued numerous creative paths including musical, visual art, dance and writing. It is in dance and writing that I find solitude and contentedness. I attended a magnet art high school in Santa Rosa, CA and now attend UCLA where I focus in International Development studies, Women's studies, and French language and Culture. Today my main passions still include writing and dance and now include travel on the list. I have lived in Lyon, France and Dakar, Senegal during the past two years and hope to continue working abroad in my future. Regarding my writing, professionally I prefer to focus on arts, culture and various aspects of today's popular entertainment, and personally I tend to focus my efforts on short fictional pieces, personally therapeutic anecdotes and sporadically on prose. I do not pretend to know what the future has in store for me, but I expect to stumble upon it eventually.

4 Comments

  • I’m excited to hear such positive responses. To get more information on Scuffd Up! and hear about upcoming shows go to their production company’s website and sign up for the newsletter (it should be on the first page) Mike has assured me that this is the best way to find out about upcoming events and keep up with the group.

  • When is Mike Wittmers and the Scuffed Up troupe going to appear again?
    We would love to come and see the show!