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Savion Glover - Birth
Newark, New Jersey -
The Tap Dance Kid
Glover's broadway debut. He was originally an understudy, but he was able to take over for the lead role as Willie. Nominated for best musical at the Tony Awards. -
Sesame Street
Appeared as Savion from Seasons 22-26. Taught the rhyming game while tapping. -
Graduated from Newark Arts High School
The first public high school specializing in the visual and performing arts in the United States. -
Bring in 'da Noise, Bring in 'da Funk
Choreographed by Glover - appeared off- Broadway at the Newman Theatre. -
Tony Award
Best Choreography for Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk -
Bamboozled
Savion Glover starred as Manray/"Mantan" in this very controversial, racist film. -
Happy Feet
Choreography for Mumble -
HooFeRzCLuB School for Tap
Founded by Glover. Located in Newark, N.J. Teaches dance and its history.
