30 years of IDO World Tap dance Championships
Matthew Clark / Buffalo, NY - USA and Canada Dancer | Teacher | Choreographer | IDO Judge
When you mention the name Matthew Clark at any IDO Tap event, his name brings a smile to everyone’s face. Everyone you meet can recount a funny story involving this wonderful man. His big smile and infectious laugh are always welcomed and recognizable, in any competition venue. Since Matthew first stepped on the stage as a contestant in Switzerland 1993 at the IDO World Tap Championship, he has become a familiar fixture at all World tap events, and one of the most valuable assets to the IDO Tap World.
His IDO journey took him from being a gold medalist performer in 1994/1995, to a highly regarded gold medalist choreographer and World Judge. Matthew’s choreography has earned the teams he works with a place on the podium, not to mention the numerous consecutive gold medal wins be produced. There is no doubt that Matthew has contributed immensely to the advancement and calibre of IDO Tap that we see and enjoy today. His innovative and fun style has thrilled audiences both in IDO competitions and in shows worldwide. He was invited to the New York Tap Festival honouring Savion Glover and the late Gregory Hines. Mr. Hines had once regarded Clark’s work as “Fabulous footwork and choreography”. As a viable member of the dance world, Matthew has lent his knowledge and vast expertise worldwide to Canada, South Africa, Europe, Asia, and Australia. He also is the artistic director of the Clark Academy Dance Centre in New York. Matthew encourages, inspires and mentors’ dancers and promotes a deep appreciation for the arts He does not ask the dancers to reach for the stars, Matthew makes them stars! Many of his dancers that attended IDO World Tap Championships can be seen on Broadway, in movies, and in professional dance Companies. As well he has produced professional choreographers worldwide.
The only thing that surpasses his tap knowledge and creativity is his larger-than-life personality. To know Matthew is to love him!
It is truly and honour and privilege to have Matthew as part of the IDO family! Bonnie Dyer
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