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Tapology, one of the nation’s longest-running tap dance festivals, returns to Flint’s Cultural District February 5–8, 2026, for its 24th annual celebration, Matters of the He(A)rt: Rhythm, Reverence, and Revelation. The four-day gathering highlights resilience, creativity, and Flint’s role as a home for world-class talent.
This year’s festival honors Founder Alfred “Bruce” Bradley, whose recent recovery from heart surgery reflects the festival’s theme: both heart and art sustain life. A Flint native and international touring artist, Bradley’s lifelong dedication to teaching and mentorship has shaped generations of tap dancers across the country.
On behalf of Tapology, I am asking that you please support our programming efforts by helping us raise $120,000.
We need funding to cover:
You can also help us by spreading the word and sharing the Tapology 21 Plus Campaign with your family, friends and coworkers, via Instagram, Twitter, Tik Tok, and Facebook.
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| Time | Advanced | Intermediate | Beginner | Adult |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. | Monessa Salley (Afro-Caribbean) | |||
| 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. | Brinae Ali | Sarah Savelli | Kandee Hogan | |
| 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. | Sarah Savelli | Brinae Ali | Maurice Chestnut | Parris Mann |
| 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | Maurice Chestnut | Quynn Johnson | Jason Janas | Kandee Hogan |
| 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. | Lunch and Learn Lecture Panel FPL, Mott Room | |||
| 2:15 to 3:15 p.m. | Imani Ma'at (African Dance) FPL, Mott Room | |||
| 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. | Quynn Johnson | Jason Janas Central Room | Brinae Ali | Sarah Savelli |
| 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. | Jason Janas | Maurice Chestnut Central Room | Quynn Johnson | |
| 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. | Tapology Tap Dance Competition FIA, Isabella Hall | |||
8:00 to 9:00 a.m.
Monessa Salley (Afro-Caribbean)
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No session listed
No session listed
9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Brinae Ali
Sarah Savelli
Kandee Hogan
No session listed
10:15 to 11:15 a.m.
Sarah Savelli
Brinae Ali
Maurice Chestnut
Parris Mann
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Maurice Chestnut
Quynn Johnson
Jason Janas
Kandee Hogan
1:15 to 2:15 p.m.
Lunch and Learn Lecture Panel FPL, Mott Room
2:15 to 3:15 p.m.
Imani Ma'at (African Dance) FPL, Mott Room
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Quynn Johnson
Jason Janas Central Room
Brinae Ali
Sarah Savelli
4:45 to 5:45 p.m.
Jason Janas
Maurice Chestnut Central Room
Quynn Johnson
No session listed
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Tapology Tap Dance Competition FIA, Isabella Hall
Location: Flint Institute of Music
10:00 – 11:15 am
1 – 3 pm
6:00 – 7:15 pm
7:30 – 9:00 pm
Location: Flint Institute of Music
8:30 – 9:45 am
9:45 – 11:00 am
11:00 – 12:00 pm
11:00 – 12:00 pm
12:15 – 2:00 pm
3:00 – 4:00 pm
4:00 – 5:15 pm
5:30 – 6:45 pm
7:00 – 9:30 pm
Location: Flint Institute of Music
10:00 -11:15 am
7:00 – 9:00 pm
From t-shirts to stainless steel water bottles, grab all your Tapology gear here.
We are so excited to announce that we are launching a new mentorship program in honor of our late Mable Lee.
You will need to submit this form completely by March 31st, 2021 by 11:59pm. If you have any question/issue, do not hesitate to reach us at alexandriabradley@tapology.org.
Explore the world of dance. Tap Dance. Learn a step that professionals use in movies and on stage. Hear fun stories about tap dancers from around the world. See how tap dance began Course Overview. A fun, interactive way to learn about the history and culture of tap dance.
Both courses are free of charge.
Join the livestream class Thursday, October 22nd at 10:45 am.
Join the livestream class Friday, October 23rd at 10:45 am.
Tune in during the Tapology Festival to this digital broadcast of Apollo Live Wire: A Cultural History of Tap. The event took place at the Apollo Theater in April 2019 and focused on the history of Tap Dancing and its deep cultural roots in African traditions and culture. Led by C. Daniel Dawson, the discussion included artists whose work upholds the traditions of Tap while also connecting the art form to present day performance styles.
There will be three panel sessions. To become part of the discussion click on the day to launch the Zoom session. Note the discussions take place at the exact time listed. Panel discussions are free to the public.
