The most-viewed female tap dance group in history is coming to Walton Arts Center Sunday, Jan. 26 at 4 pm for one performance only! Founded by Emmy®-nominated choreographer Chloé Arnold and her sister Maud, this group is known for their viral, self-produced content. They have been recognized by Beyoncé who not only shared their work but invited them to perform with her internationally. Syncopated Ladies have received praise from Whoopi Goldberg, Janet Jackson, Ciara, Lupita Nyong’o and many more.
“The best thing in the world is being able to wake up and your imagination leads the day,” Arnold shared in an interview with CeCe Marie, local choreographer and dance teacher. “Many of us are raised with the concept ‘no’ and I remember in my early 20s I shifted my mentality to ‘yes!’”
Arnold shared that style versatility is extremely meaningful in her work. She explained that you can see that versatility on full display in their jazz-infused Prince number and their hip-hop take on a Beyoncé number. “I never want to get stale and do the same thing again,” Arnold said. “I love that we have a body of work that has dance pieces that people really want to see but I also love that we are going to hit them with some new things that will make them feel like we are pushing into the future.”
Syncopated Ladies have amassed over 100 million views online – the most of any female tap dance troupe in history. Their live show is defined as a celebration of sisterhood, empowerment and Black girl magic, featuring cutting-edge music, intricate footwork, feminine prowess and life-renewing energy.
“I want the audience to feel how freeing it is to dance and move without judgement of perfection or how you look,” Arnold emphasized. “I hope that watching our show inspires people to follow whatever their dream is, no matter how obscure or how much people tell you it is not possible. I want you to defy all odds.”
Don’t miss this inspiring female tap group when they come to Northwest Arkansas. Tickets are $10 - $25 and can be purchased by visiting waltonartscenter.org, by calling 479.443.5600 weekdays 10 am until 5 pm or in-person at the Walton Arts Center Box Office weekdays 10 am until 2 pm.
