St. Paddy's on Campus

St. Patrick's Day at Campus Commons was a first for some of us. Half of Hats & Taps belonged to the recently retired group Classy Tappers as well and had performed here before. Some residents recognized the gals. We all had a marvelous time.

We were given a very nice room to accommodate our costume changes.

A full house, many dressed in their own Irish garb, welcomed us heartily.

Part of the audience was off to the right and left of center stage. 

Turning to all four corners for step kick, step kick, step kick ball change allowed us to see so many more happy faces!

The windy city section of Roxie is well depicted by Liz's fluid flexibility.

Kicking up our heels is what we love to do in  

Boys From New York City!

Lots of green in the audience!

We appreciated the oohs and aahs for both our costumes.

The luck o' the Irish was with us this whole performance.

That Pot O' Gold ...

at the end of the rainbow,

for us, is the eye sparkle, tooth twinkle and many thanks that we 

receive for our entertainment. We thank you Campus Commons!

Country Club Manor

Happy Hats & Taps returned to Country Club Manor

 on Friday, March 13th.  We love this audience!

   Introducing yet another new crowd pleasing costume,

We dance

I Love You So,

Roxie and

Boys From New York City dressed very apropos!

The sparkle from our head to toe outfits reflect back

from the audience and energize our smiles

making the fun last longer than the performance on both ends.

Harrigan, That's Me! Well, Mary in the middle that is.

Two Lindas on the left and Marie, Liz, Carol and Carolyn.

A favorite formation of Carol's; the love and laugh circle

sets the stage for the second set

of Irish numbers

Irish Washer Woman and I'm Looking Over a Four Leaf Clover 

follow Harrigan.

Mary poses with some happily entertained audience members.

 

 Ruthie dances with an audience member who really knew his stuff!

Did I mention we love this audience!?

We look forward to next time, Country Club!

Linda's Sacramento Realtors

On March 11th, Hats & Taps returned for our own Linda 1's Realtors St. Patrick's Day luncheon. Performing for Linda's peers is always exciting and a bit nerve producing but we love doing this event. We missed our main picture taking comrades, Mary and Ruthie, but here is Linda in her Irish costume, looking lovely as usual.

 And,... We appreciate the videos that were shared.

Still perfecting Carol's new numbers of Irish Washer Woman and 

I'M Looking Over A Four Leaf Clover

 We are already discussing next year's costume with glee.

Thank You Linda and Sacramento Realtors!

Applewood Care Center

Hats & Taps first show for the year was for Applewood Care Center on February 20th. We had a fabulous audience and a beautiful day. The wonderful windows made dancing a pleasure but picture taking a bit of a challenge as you can see.  We had a great time, however, and enjoyed being with Applewood.  Thanks so much for having us!

Our first set included "I Love You So", "Roxie" and
 "Boys From New York City".

Flirting in front are Mary and our leader Carol.

Getting into the swing is Carol, Marie and Lois

Linda 2, Mary, Linda 1 in back with Liz and Carol back in front.

Carolyn and Lois with Marie in back and the wonderful Live, Laugh, Love sign!

Getting ready in the changing room.

Our leader Carol with a merry Mary.

Our Tribute Trio included "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy", "Star Spangled Spectacular" and Carol's "Armed Forces Medley".

For the first time we donned different costumes two by two...

...each representing the services to their specific music.

Mary in the middle cruising for the Coast Guard.

With all our many costumes, we were indeed colorful and full of prideful fun. Liz and Carol march for the Marine Corp.

The Glam Twins, Carolyn and Linda 1, look lovely in their Army outfits!

Catching a couple of us in unison is a treat. 

Here we have Linda 2 and Marie representing the Navy.

Carolyn again and Lois flying for the Air Force.

Lois flying high and looking good!

Mary shows off her winning smile and fancy footwork.

Hoorah!  

Thanks again Applewood. We look forward to coming back anytime.