We are thrilled to welcome Victoria Miller and Emmett Hodgins of Neo Soul Ties for a special evening of tap dance, live music, choreography, conversation, and community.

Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre | Room 15/16
290 Lisgar Street, Ottawa

PROGRAM
Music, Rhythm & Technique | 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM | Open / All Levels
An open-level class exploring musical concepts and technique in the Neo Soul Ties style.

Artist Talk | 7:15 PM – 7:45 PM
Meet the artists and learn more about their upcoming Ottawa Fringe Festival performances, running June 19–27.

Choreography | 7:45 PM – 9:00 PM | Int / Adv
Dig deeper into the Neo Soul Ties style and repertoire choreography. This class is geared toward intermediate and advanced dancers.

Optional Hangout with Neo Soul Ties | 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Location TBA

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
“Victoria Miller is a rising force in tap dance. She’s groovy, grounded, and full of soul. Her choreography is both rhythmically rich and emotionally resonant. Don’t miss the chance to witness a fresh, powerful voice stepping boldly onto the scene.” — Travis Knights, Toronto

“Victoria Miller’s work is joyfully realized on her technically beautiful and emotionally compelling dancers. They create a wonderful kind of musical alchemy with the live instrumentalists–infectious!” — Dianne Montgomery, Toronto

“You know how, when you go swimming, your body remembers the water for a long time? After I watched the tap-dance show Neo Soul Ties, my body kept thrumming with rhythmic excitement. Neo Soul Ties is exhilarating!” — Colin Thomas, Vancouver

REGISTRATION*
E-transfer: OttawaRhythmInitiative@gmail.com. Please indicate which class(es) you wish to attend.

Participation Fee
$30 for one class & Artist Talk
$50 for the full evening

Observer-only fee (8 spots available)
$20 for one class & Artist Talk
$35 for the full evening

*Finances should not be a barrier to participation. Please email us if you require an alternative arrangement.

We look forward to seeing you!