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Calling all Tappers and Hoofers

Taught by Nicole Thomas

Community Workshop in Partnership with Duke Dance Program: Open to all – no Duke affiliation required!

Join us for an engaging open-level tap workshop led by international dancer and choreographer Nicole “Pinky” Thomas.

This dynamic class invites dancers of all levels to explore the foundational techniques, vocabulary, and rhythmic sensibilities of tap dance.

Whether you’re new to tap or looking to refine your skills, this class will deepen your understanding of rhythm, musicality, and the rich stylistic and historical roots of tap.

Through guided exercises and creative combinations, you’ll develop clearer sound, enhanced dynamics, tone, and shading while discovering your unique voice as a tap dancer.

All are welcome!

Bring Tap or hard-sole shoes.

Meet the Instructor

Nicole Thomas

Nicole Thomas, professionally known as “Pinky”, is a distinguished multidisciplinary artist, choreographer, educator, ethnographer, and cultural ambassador, with foundational roots in St. Louis, MO. She began her formal dance training …

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Duke Arts Create is a series of free, hands-on arts workshops designed to help all Duke students, including graduate and professional students (including Duke Health), as well as Duke faculty and staff develop a variety of creative skills in the visual arts, dance and movement, creative writing and more. Workshops are open to all skill levels and backgrounds. Most workshops are held in the Duke Arts Annex, the Rubenstein Arts Center or the Duke Arts Office 2101 and are typically held weeknights from 6-8 p.m.

Registration for the following week’s Duke Arts Create workshops go live on Friday morning at 9 a.m. – sign up in advance to guarantee your spot. Didn’t get a spot? No problem! We always reserve space for walk-ins and waitlist registers. Email DukeCreate@duke.edu if you have any questions. Sign up for the monthly newsletter here, which includes the full list of classes offered during the following month.

Duke Arts Create is sponsored by the Office of the Vice Provost for the Arts (Duke Arts).