Tad Poles Stilts Program with Amphibian Stage

Teaching kids to “walk tall” through stilt walking and dancing from West African and Caribbean traditions.

Tad-Poles is a semester-based arts education program open to all individuals 12+ years of age. It gives participants the opportunity to “Walk Tall” as they dance, do acrobatics, and entertain audiences on stilts.

Tad-poles workshops:

• Create an appreciation of the performing arts and cultural understanding of the arts from other countries

• Cultivate the skills of imagination and collaboration

• Encourage good health through joyful physical activity

• Offer opportunities to build confidence through community performances

• Connect participants to enriching educational experiences with guest artists from around the world

I work as their primary dance technique instructor, helping students apply basic ballet applications to aid their work on stilts. We perform all over the community, offering opportunities for engagement and arts involvement for youth and adults.