About Tap Dancer Van Porter

A profile and fan site with information about tap dancer Van Porter.

NAME: Van Porter
ORIGINALLY FROM: Portsmouth, Virginia, United States
CURRENT HOME: Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
MENTORS: Maceo Anderson and Jimmy Slyde

- Originally a disco-style roller skater - Inspired to tap dance after seeing Maceo Anderson Perform - Invited to roller skate in "Third Generation Steps" Shows - Performed with Maceo Anderson and Third Generation Steps for four years - Later formed a duo with Ivery Wheeler as the "Rhythm Kings" - Rhythm Kings made it through 9 heats on "Star Search" to make the finals - Porter appeared in the background of the 1989 Gregory Hines film "Taps" - He appeared in the chorus of the musical "Black and Blue" on Broadway - He was inspired by Jimmy Slyde to explore improvisation and artistry

Articles About Van Porter
- Melba Huber "Van Porter: The Man of Dance" Article
- LA Times "?" Article

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