2025 Australian Tap Dance Festival | MELBOURNE

🌟 WELCOME TO THE 13TH AUSTRALIAN TAP DANCE FESTIVAL 2025 🌟

Enhance your tap journey at Australia's premier tap dance celebration! ATDF's flagship Melbourne event brings together world-class faculty, extraordinary performances, and an inclusive community that celebrates every dancer.

"I would not be the tap dancer I am today without ATDF. The festival has given me life-long friends and continues to expand my vocabulary and skills every year. It's an opportunity not to be missed!"

- Bec, Festival Participant

Don't miss this transformative week of tap dance excellence! Limited spots available - secure your place today.

QUICK LINKS:
📋 View 2025 Melbourne Schedule
📊 Guide to Class Levels
🎓 What is a Residency / What is a Masterclass
🎭 Festival Gala & Faculty Show Tickets will be  available June 2025

WHY ATDF 2025 IS UNMISSABLE:

✨ FOR DANCERS (All Levels Welcome!)
• Intensive Masterclasses with Australia's finest tap artists
• 5-Day Residencies for accelerated growth
• Specialised programs from Beginner to Advanced
• Early Bird Special: Save with code EARLY2025 (Ends May 16)

✨ FOR DANCE LOVERS
• Festival Gala & Faculty Show at Chapel Off Chapel
• CAPEZIO'S Future of Tap Showcase
• Jam Night with live musicians
• Tap Trivia Night
• Tap Movie Night
• FREE public beginner class - experience the joy of tap!

YOUR FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:
• World-class instruction from leading Australian faculty and International headliner
• Supportive, non-competitive environment
• Unique networking opportunities
• Unforgettable performances
• Community events and celebrations

CONNECT WITH US:
• Website: australiantapdancefestival.com.au
• Instagram: @AustralianTapDanceFestival
• Facebook: Australian Tap Dance Festival
• Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive updates and offers

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of rhythm, community, and the art of tap dance!

Register now to be part of Australia's most inspiring tap dance event of 2025! 🌟

FAQs

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?
The event is an all ages event and there are no restrictions on any of the scheduled events - Everyone welcome! We've have participants from 6 - 80 years of age, there are no limits!

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?
The location of all the venues are conveniently near tram and train lines. There is limited parking in the area but there is all day parking available. We recommend using public transport during the weekdays. 

Where can I contact the organiser with any questions?
The organisers can be contacted anytime via email info@australiantapdancefestival.com.au and between the hours of 9am - 5pm on 0403 138 275.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
Once purchased tickets are transferrable.

What is the refund policy?
There are no refunds, except if the organiser cancels or changes you class. You can transfer your tickets to another person.

What if one of my classes are cancelled?
If cancellation or change of teacher occurs, you will be notified and have the option of booking an alternative class or obtaining a refund.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No you do not required a printed ticket, you can download the EventBrite app to store your tickets electronically. You will receive instructions on this with your ticket that is sent once purchased.

How do I know what level to register for?
If this is your first festival experience and you are unsure which level to register for, please contact the organisers and they can assist. Please note the level of classes at the festival are higher than regular studio dance classes you may take. We do encourage you to challenge yourself to get the most benefit from the experience. Please note, for residencies, if on the first day you find you have registered for an incorrect level (too easy/too hard), you can switch on the first day to an available alternative. Places are limited so book early.

What is a 5 day Choreography Residency?
By registering in residencies, you will do a progressive, intensive 90 minute classes everyday for 5 days with the residency teacher/s of your choice. Technique and drills will also be covered at the beginning of each 90 minute class. At the end, students will have the opportunity to film the routine as a music video clip to experience a professional shoot and also have something to take home with them!
At the end of the five days all students will have a polished routine - something memorable to walk away from the festival with, in addition to enhanced technique and relationship building.
Due to the consistency and intensity of these residencies you will enjoy building strong connections and relationships with your teachers and fellow dancers in these residencies.
To get the most out of the festival, we encourage you to take as many residencies as possible (maximum of 3 per dancer) so that you can benefit from a range of teachers, each with their own gifts, inspiration and style you can incorporate into your own tap style and repertoire. Residency experiences are something you will remember the most, long after a festival is over. If you get to perform your residency piece in the Festival Show, you will be backstage for the duration of the concert so please do not purchase a show ticket for yourself.

What are Masterclasses?
In masterclasses you will learn from our selected tap masters on the faculty who will share with you tap warmups, techniques, new steps and combinations and their approach to the dance which is quite diverse across the faculty. Each masterclass is totally separate from each other, and all run for a jam-packed 90 minutes each!
Taking place all week during the festival, choose which teachers you would like to learn from. When registering for Masterclasses (maximum 4 per day available), choose no more than one per time slot and according to your level. Places are limited so book early.

Where can I learn more about the faculty and their style of Tap?
We encourage you to check out the Faculty page on our website for biographies of each faculty member including video footage.

I have more questions to ask, who can I speak to?
Ella, our Event Producer is available to answer any questions you may have. Please email info@australiantapdancefestival.com.au