We are continually developing new projects that respond to the needs of artists, audiences, and communities. These initiatives build on our mission, vision, and core values while creating new opportunities for connection, participation, professional development, and engagement with tap dance and the performing arts.

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OPEN FLOOR

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This is our newest initiative -  focused on creating greater access to space for the community. With support from the Toronto Arts Council’s Open Door Strategic Initiative, we are developing a dedicated floor that will be completely accessible and free for community use.

 

The project is designed to create more opportunities for artists, dancers, musicians, and community members to gather, practice, create, and connect without the barrier of venue/studio floor restrictions and rental costs.

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We’re diving into the project this fall! Follow along with us on social media as we build, and we’ll continue to update this page as more information becomes available.

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CREATIVE IMPACT FORUM

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A research, cultivation, and audience development initiative, this project grew from our recognition that building a sustainable audience for tap dance requires more than simply presenting great work — it requires listening, building relationships, understanding what brings people together, and creating meaningful connections across communities.

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The Forum brings together artists, educators, musicians, studio owners, arts professionals, and audiences to explore the barriers and opportunities that shape participation and engagement. Through curated conversations, research, gatherings, and opportunities for connection, we seek to better understand what moves people to show up for one another and for the work we present.

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Our first Creative Impact Forum project brought together carefully curated focus groups through our Spark Sessions and an Artist Symposium - free admission and welcome to all.  Generating insights and strategies to help guide our approach to audience development and community engagement, we completed the first phase earlier in 2026. As we work towards the next stage of this work, we plan to make this annual, and invest in informed and important conversations with the various demographics we collaborate with, are inspired by, and serve. Stay tuned for what's coming next in 2027!

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