Celebrating the richness of American artistry, Ayodele Casel returns to Spoleto Festival USA with The Remix, a dynamic exploration of tap dance as a uniquely American art form. In The Remix, Ayodele Casel fondly reflects on her decades-long journey as a tap dancer, beginning amidst the undeniably indelible 1990s tap renaissance. She reinterprets a selection of her choreographic works from the past 20 years through the lens of the music and cultural expression that defined that decade. 

The evening is a tribute to the spirit of innovation, togetherness, and authenticity found in hip-hop culture, the iconic sounds of the 1990s, and the dynamic community that emerged from the tap movement of that era. 

Remaining deeply committed to collaboration, Casel and Director Torya Beard have assembled a compelling group of friends, dancers, and musicians with whom they have built lasting relationships over the years. The cast’s unique voices as multi-hyphenate artists will be on full display. Ayodele will perform works choreographed and composed by Naomi Funaki & Caleb Teicher, Quynn Johnson, and Ryan Johnson, along with musical compositions by Keisel Jimenez and Raul Reyes, with electronic music contributions by Liberty Styles and Jared Alexander. Casel also celebrates the 20th Anniversary of her work, “Audrey,” a tribute to Dave Brubeck, Honi Coles, and Cholly Atkins, danced within its original context as a program highlight.  

“A tap dancer of fine-grained musicianship” – The New Yorker 

Suggested for ages 8+
Content Advisory: This performance includes haze

Creator/Company: Ayodele Casel

Creative Team
Torya Beard, Director
Julie Ballard, Lighting Designer
Ely Kleinsmith, Associate Lighting Designer
Tatiana Kavegian, Scenic Designer
Camilla Dely & Amanda Roberge, Co-Costume Designers
Keisel Jiménez & Raúl Reyes, Original Compositions

Attendance at all events is subject to the Festival security policy.

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