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Performance

Shoe Dreams Performance Lecture

Jun 25, 2025 |
Bata Shoe Museum

CURATOR
Guest Curator Model
Rumi Jeraj

Step into the world of tap dance with Rumi Jeraj and Travis Knights as they take you on an engaging journey through the history, artistry, and innovation of tap shoes.

Step into the world of tap dance with Rumi Jeraj and Travis Knights as they take you on an engaging journey through the history, artistry, and innovation of tap shoes. From their origins as humble wooden-soled footwear to the vibrant designs and styles seen today, tap shoes tell a story about the evolution of the dance and the dancers who wear them.

Discover the creative process behind modern advancements in tap footwear, including insights from the duo’s recent work through Shoe Dreams, curated by Rumi Jeraj. Through lively conversation, rhythmic demonstrations, and personal anecdotes, Rumi and Travis will bring the world of tap to life in this presentation.

Learn, laugh, and listen to the mesmerizing sounds of tap dance and the shoes that help define the art form.

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Inspiration for this work includes:

Class Act: The Jazz Life of Choreographer Cholly Atkins

Artists

Rumi Jeraj

Rumi Jeraj is an Ismailli muslim hailing from Sherwood Park Alberta.

Travis Knights

Travis Knights. Tap Dancer. Performer. Choreographer. Speaker. Believer.

acCessibilIty

Yes, the venue is wheelchair accessible including ramps into the building, elevators and wheelchair accessible washrooms.

Will the event be ASL Interpreted?

All live events will offer ASL interpretation (upon request). Please contact us to request ASL Interpretation.

This performance does not include audio description.

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