The Lyric Theatre Presents
Savion Glover: Solo in Time
Tap dancer and choreographer Savion Glover first made a name for himself at the ripe old age of 12. It was then that he made his Broadway debut in the musical, “The Tap Dance Kid,” starting as an understudy before assuming the lead role in 1984.
He returned to Broadway in 1989, performing in the musical revue “Black and Blue,” and became the youngest person ever to be nominated for a Tony Award. A role in the motion picture “Tap,” starring Gregory Hines and Sammy Davis, Jr., soon followed. He also portrayed the young Jelly Roll Morton in the musical “Jelly’s Last Jam,” which debuted in Los Angeles and later opened on Broadway.
Glover, who always made a point of learning as much as he could from the tap masters, eventually developed his own style, which he christened “free-form hard core.” This unique pounding technique, often called “hitting,” inspired a renewed interest in dance, particularly among younger audiences.
Glover came to prominence when he choreographed and starred in the Broadway musical, “Bring in ’da Noise/Bring in ‘da Funk,” earning a Tony Award for his choreography. The show captured the attention of a national audience and inspired a new generation of hard-hitting young dancers.
Glover’s work continues to defy boundaries, and includes incorporating tap into everything from flamenco to classical music. His performance at the Lyric is a rare opportunity to experience a true pioneer and creative powerhouse in the dance genre.
