In July 2023, the Debbie Allen Dance Academy and the Chloé and Maud Foundation teamed up to produce the first ever Hollywood Tap Festival - we are back and better than ever with year FOUR, June 15-21, 2026. This seven day event offers master dance classes, a filmmaking workshop, panel discussions, dance battles, jam sessions, courses in self-esteem and entrepreneurship, a jazz class taught by Debbie Allen and an All-Star Concert Performance featuring world class dancers and musicians! We look forward to celebrating the fourth annual Hollywood Tap Festival with you and are excited to continue to partner with the community to bring arts to all.
Our mission is to inspire and unite tap dancers and dance lovers from around the world, and together, heighten the global respect and appreciation for this rich American art form. We welcome all people, regardless of economic status, age, gender, and artistic or cultural background. The Hollywood Tap Festival is a haven for the creative and artistic process, growth and achievement, building the next generation of artists, entrepreneurs, and world changers.
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UPON REGISTERING FOR THE HOLLYWOOD TAP FEST, YOU WILL RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION THAT CONTAINS A 15% OFF COUPON CODE TO THE DC TAP FEST. JOIN US!
HTF SCHEDULE 2026
SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
PLEASE REFER TO WEBSITE FOR MOST UP TO DATE INFO.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND PRINTING THE HTF SCHEDULE.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
These are suggestions so what level might be most appropriate for you or your dancer coming to the Hollywood Tap Fest. If you feel after the festival has begun that you have registered for the wrong level, you are able to change it in person at our registration desk. Our faculty reserves the right to change a student's level based on what they feel is best suited.
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Sync Babies: Suitable for dancers ages 3 to 7.
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Beginner: This class is for somebody new to tap dance, with 0-3 years experience. It is ideal to have a basic grasp on tap dance vocabulary. There is the option of Youth Beginner and Adult Beginner (16+). For a reference of what Beginner dancers have learned in previous years, click here.
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Intermediate: This class is for someone with 4-5 years of experience comfortable moving and has clear sounds, but isn't ready for too fast of a pace. For a reference of what Intermediate dancers have learned in previous years, click here.
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Advanced: Our most fast-paced classes. These are best suited for students with 8+ years of experience who can move quickly, pick up choreography fast, and are very comfortable improvising. For a reference of what Advanced dancers have learned in previous years, click here.
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There are no pre-orders for Hollywood Tap Fest shirts. The shirt costs $35 and will be available for sale on-site the first day of the festival weekend. T-shirts are not included in any package deals. We recommend buying yours as soon as possible - it is required to purchase a Hollywood Tap Fest t-shirt to participate in the video shoot.
The Red Carpet Weekend Pass includes:
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Unlimited classes in your chosen level (Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced)
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Festival Video Shoot
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Student Showcase Participant Fee - only one performance permitted
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1 Student Entry Ticket to Jam Party
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1 Student Entry Ticket to Student Showcase
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1 Student Entry Ticket to Cutting Contest
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1 Student Entry Ticket to Closing Party
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Access to Faculty Panel Discussion, History Classes, History Classes, and Open Level Classes
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*Note that the packages do not include a ticket to the Concert on Saturday, a festival t-shirt, or residency tuition. These must be purchased separately. Concert tickets are on sale now here!
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Video shoot dancers MUST learn choreography in their chosen level before the day of the video shoot. To do so, attend one of the "Choreo for Video Shoot" classes. It is required to purchase a HTF t-shirt to participate in the video shoot. The shirt costs $35 and will be available for sale on-site the first day of the festival weekend. T-shirts are not included in any package deals.
The Mock Audition is an opportunity to be seen by our All Star faculty and practice your auditioning skills. Using choreography learned during the Mock Audition and Video Shoot Choreography Sessions, Chloe and Maud will run the session like an audition, giving tips, explaining etiquette, and offering crucial feedback to boost your confidence and increase the chances of booking your next job.
We do! We would love to see and celebrate you and your dancers. There are three different performance opportunities possible:
All-Star Concert: We have put out a casting call to tap companies and studios — please submit here! Performance Opportunities are available to Hollywood Tap Fest students only.
Sunday Student Showcase: Please join us for Sunday's Student Showcase, where dancers can perform a piece with the optional add-on of adjudication from Chloé and Maud and select faculty. Access to perform in the Student Showcase is included in the Red Carpet Passes, the Sunday Single Day Pass, and the Events Package. For Adjudication, please purchase that A La Carte Add-On below!
The Choreography Residencies are four-day workshops where the choreographer works with a group of students to set a new piece to be performed in the All-Star Concert on Saturday night. All-Star Concert Tickets are on sale here!
Sunday's Student Showcase: Students are given the opportunity to showcase their talents. Max 1 piece (whether solo, duet, or group) per dancer. 2 min max. Everyone must bring their own music on their own device. All ages are welcome! A La Carte Students must purchase a participation ticket in order to participate.
Cutting Contest: The Cutting Contest is a one on one improvisational battle where dancers compete and showcase their technique, skills, and musicality. The winners of each age group receive a prize. All ages are welcome! Students registered for the Red Carpet Access Pass or the Sunday Single Day Pass have access to these events. Students who are not registered in package deals must purchase entry tickets either on their online registration forms or at the Registration Desk on-site at the Festival. Parents are welcome to attend and will need to purchase an entry ticket as well.
Sign Ups will be on site at the Festival for both the Student Showcase and the Cutting Contest. Both events are held at the Shonda Rhimes Performing Arts Center, Home of the Debbie Allen Dance Academy.
Yes! They will perform in the concert. Each choreographer will let students know what they will wear during rehearsals. All students are required to purchase a ticket to the concert in order to watch! All-Star Concert Tickets are on sale now here!
Yes! These passes can be purchased in person on site. Please come see us at the registration table prior to your chosen event and we can help you!
Prices are:
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Lunches: $40 each (Event Access only — meal not provided)
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Tap Jam and Party: $40
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Student Showcase/Cutting Contest: $40
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All classes and events will be held at the:
Shonda Rhimes Performing Arts Center
Home of the Debbie Allen Dance Academy
1850 S Manhattan Place
Los Angeles, CA 90019
