Dance to the Music

The Lady behind the music for Hat's & Taps is Margaret. Without her, we would be lost!"Margaret joined Hats and Taps first as our dressing room and wardrobe manager, making sure that when we stepped on stage to perform we had it all together. She warmed our hearts with her helpfulness and dedication to her task. It was not long before she was asked to be our audiographer and take control of our music. Her response was, “I’ll do anything y’all want me to do.”

Some of our routines involve switching the speed of the music back and forth, five ticks up, eight ticks down and Margaret handles it with precision. With her, we never have to worry about the music being right.

Old habits die hard. After our performances, Margaret comes back into the dressing room and we hear, “Anybody need any help?” She’s still willing to serve in both roles. What a team mate. It takes a team effort to produce a show and we’re glad to have Margaret with her smile and versatility as a member of our team." --- Connie

Margaret with Ione and Connie.

Margaret with Connie and Carolyn.

It's true! Margaret always has a smile and a hug for everyone. She may be behind the scenes most of the time, but she is front and center in our thoughts and appreciation for all that she does! Thank you Margaret!

Behind The Scenes

Rhoda helping Carol with her pocket hankie.A lot goes on behind the scenes of a show. Hats & Taps along with Rythm & Shoes, (another of Carol- taught groups), danced for a Christian Women's Luncheon on September 22, 2009. All the dancers get dressed in a dither, then help each other out the best they can. Everyone is innovatively helpful when someone is minus a prop or piece of costume.

It must be mentioned that during dancing "Personality", Lois tripped on the metal edge of the dance floor, and fell. Half of the dancers were not aware of the fall. True to Carol's Mantra, Lois never quit smiling. While on the floor or getting up, Lois grinned the whole time and resumed with her usual Funglow. A warm welcome and appreciation was felt by all.

Lois with a quick fix Hobo stick. Who knew?

Connie and Linda take time out to pose while helping each other Hobo it up.