Building on a two-year collaboration with Tap Into The Network (TITN), Joffrey Ballet School welcomes two visionary leaders to shape the next chapter of its tap dance training program.
NEW YORK CITY, NY — October 16, 2026 — Joffrey Ballet School in New York City is proud to announce the appointment of Ryan Lohoff and Angela Carter, co-owners and directors of Tap Into The Network (TITN), as the new Artistic Directors of the Joffrey NY Tap Summer Intensive.
The appointments mark an exciting evolution of the School’s on-going collaboration with Tap Into The Network (TITN), which began in 2024 with a shared commitment to expanding access to exceptional tap dance education. Over the past two years, Joffrey Ballet School has collaborated with TITN to offer auditions at regional tour locations across the United States, connecting aspiring tap dancers with opportunities to train in New York City.
Now, that collaboration enters a new chapter as Lohoff and Carter bring their combined expertise, artistic vision, and extensive professional networks directly to the leadership of the School’s Tap Intensive.
Together, they aim to build upon the program’s established foundation while introducing new creative perspectives, innovative training experiences, and opportunities for the next generation of tap artists.
Joffrey NY Tap Intensive
Dates: July 26, 2027 – August 6, 2027
Ages: 10-25
Location: Manhattan, New York City, NY
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A Shared Vision for the Future of Tap
As accomplished performers, choreographers, educators, and artistic leaders, Lohoff and Carter have dedicated their careers to preserving the rich traditions of tap dance while championing its continued evolution.
“At Joffrey Ballet School, we believe that exceptional dance education begins with visionary leadership and a deep respect for the art form. Our collaboration with Tap Into The Network over the past two years has demonstrated Ryan and Angela’s commitment to cultivating the next generation of tap artists. We are thrilled to welcome them as Artistic Directors and look forward to the creativity, expertise, and fresh perspectives they will bring to our Tap Intensive. Together, we are building on a strong foundation while creating new opportunities for our students to explore the richness and evolving possibilities of tap dance.”
— Meg Paul, Dean, Joffrey Ballet School
Through Tap Into The Network (TITN), they have cultivated a nationwide community of dancers and educators, creating meaningful opportunities for artistic development, mentorship, and professional growth.
Their approach aligns with Joffrey Ballet School’s commitment to cultivating versatile, expressive, and technically accomplished artists who are prepared to contribute to the evolving dance landscape.
Under their artistic direction, the Joffrey NY Tap Summer Intensive will offer a focused training experience that connects the history of tap with its contemporary and emerging forms.
The curriculum will emphasize tap technique, history, repertoire, improvisation, composition, and musicality, encouraging students to develop technical precision, rhythmic understanding, creative individuality, and performance quality.
Students will train in an immersive environment designed to challenge their artistry, expand their versatility, and deepen their connection to the art form. Weekly informal showings will offer opportunities to share their progress and creative exploration with family and friends.
Meet the New Artistic Directors
Ryan Lohoff | Artistic Director
Ryan Lohoff is an internationally recognized tap educator, choreographer, entrepreneur, and co-owner of Tap Into The Network. With more than 30 years of teaching experience, Lohoff has worked with dancers across the United States and internationally, sharing his expertise through leading dance conventions, educational programs, and professional productions.
His choreography and performance credits span television, film, and live entertainment, including projects for NBC’s World of Dance, CBS’s Live to Dance, and FOX’s Mobbed, as well as work associated with Disney, Nike, and Adidas.
Lohoff is also the founder and director of Rithem Dance Company and the creator of Neo Rythmo, a company specializing in innovative tap dance products. His work reflects an ongoing commitment to artistic innovation, rhythmic exploration, and advancing the possibilities of tap performance and education.
“Everything I’ve built in tap comes down to creating opportunities for dancers. Leading the Joffrey NY Tap Intensive with Angela lets us take that even further. We get to connect dancers with incredible teachers, with each other, and with a community that will support them long after the summer ends.”
— Ryan Lohoff, Artistic Director, Joffrey NY Tap Summer Intensive
Angela Carter | Artistic Director
Angela Carter is an award-winning choreographer, internationally sought-after master teacher, creative entrepreneur, co-owner of Tap Into The Network, and faculty with Tremaine Dance Convention.
Her diverse professional career spans stage, television, film, and dance education, with credits including Disney’s The Princess and the Frog, projects involving Mary J. Blige, and performances with companies such as Chloe Arnold’s Syncopated Ladies.
Beyond her performance and choreographic accomplishments, Carter is passionate about creating opportunities for emerging artists through education, mentorship, and professional development. She is the founder of The Black Angel Foundation, an organization dedicated to celebrating culture, diversity, and movement, and the creator of The Genius Guide to College Dance Programs.
Through her leadership, Carter continues to advocate for accessible, transformative training experiences that empower dancers to discover their unique artistic voices.
“Tap dance is more than technique and rhythm. It’s storytelling, individuality, culture, and connection. We want every dancer who steps into this program to feel inspired to explore not only what they can do, but who they can become as artists. Through our collaboration with Joffrey Ballet School, we have an opportunity to bring together the traditions of tap with new creative perspectives, meaningful mentorship, and an experience that celebrates each dancer’s unique journey. I’m incredibly excited for what we’re building together.”
— Angela Carter, Artistic Director, Joffrey NY Tap Summer Intensive