Michela Marino Lerman: Steppin' with 'The Kid' - A Celebration of Betty Carter
Michela Marino Lerman is a tap dancer, choreographer, musician, and educator, celebrated for her dynamic performances and innovative approach to tap. Recognized by DownBeat Magazine as “jazz’s premier tap dancer,” and called "an absolute tap dancing star who knows her roots” by Quincy Jones, her work explores the intersection of tap and jazz, elevating tap as both dance and music.
At this special engagement at Joe's Pub, Michela leads an ensemble of tap dancers and musicians, including acclaimed singer Charenee Wade, in "Steppin’ with 'The Kid': A Celebration of Betty Carter," honoring iconic vocalist and one of Michela's greatest inspirations, Betty Carter. This program celebrates National Tap Dance Day and Betty Carter's birthday, both of which occur in May.
The only woman lifetime honorary member of The Copasetics and recipient of the Hoofer Award, Michela has performed on iconic stages including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and Newport Jazz Festival. Mentored by tap legends Gregory Hines, Buster Brown, and others, she has collaborated with jazz greats including Wynton Marsalis, Esperanza Spalding, and Jon Batiste. As a teacher, Michela shares her expertise at universities and tap festivals worldwide, continuing to push the boundaries of tap dance in music.
Photo credit: Luis Guillén
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At this special engagement at Joe's Pub, Michela leads an ensemble of tap dancers and musicians, including acclaimed singer Charenee Wade, in "Steppin’ with 'The Kid': A Celebration of Betty Carter," honoring iconic vocalist and one of Michela's greatest inspirations, Betty Carter. This program celebrates National Tap Dance Day and Betty Carter's birthday, both of which occur in May.
The only woman lifetime honorary member of The Copasetics and recipient of the Hoofer Award, Michela has performed on iconic stages including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and Newport Jazz Festival. Mentored by tap legends Gregory Hines, Buster Brown, and others, she has collaborated with jazz greats including Wynton Marsalis, Esperanza Spalding, and Jon Batiste. As a teacher, Michela shares her expertise at universities and tap festivals worldwide, continuing to push the boundaries of tap dance in music.
Photo credit: Luis Guillén
Website
Venue Joe's Pub
Runtime 75 minutes
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Pricing
Tickets are $30 (inclusive of advance phone/web service fee; door price).
There is a 2 drink or 1 food item minimum, per person, during every show at Joe's Pub.
Doors Open
9PM
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