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SAVE THE DATE:
June 10th - 13th, 2027

2026 was an incredible year - thank you to all who attended! We are already preparing for next year, so stay tuned. For now, you can subscribed to our newsletter to get updates, and add next year's dates to your calendar!

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Did you attend NCRTF 2026?

Can you help us plan by sending us your feedback and thoughts for the future?

Fill out our feedback form and feel free to email NCRTF@ncyte.org anytime with your feedback. We love to hear from you. 

Share your photos with us!

Please know, everyone with this link will be able to view the photos, so please only share what you’re happy for others to see (like something you’d post on social media). Thank you so much for sharing your memories with us, we're really excited to see them!

Want to learn more about NCRTF:

Curious about our festival? Check out our past faculty and last year's schedule to get an idea of what to expect when you attend NCRTF. If you have any questions you can reach out to NCRTF@ncyte.org for any questions. 2027 Faculty announcements will happen in the fall and the schedule will be announced in Jan. 2027!

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"I wanted to express my gratitude for the wonderful experience my daughter and I had at the festival this past weekend. The staff, both outside and inside the classrooms, were incredibly kind and welcoming. Their genuine warmth and hospitality made our visit truly memorable. My daughter is counting the days till she can join you all again."

Rose L. (first time attendee)

Founded in 1999 by Gene Medler, the NC Rhythm Tap Festival is a production of the NC Youth Tap Ensemble, a 501(c)(3) organization and a Chapel Hill staple since 1982. NCYTE is committed to preserving and promoting percussive dance across NC and beyond. Learn more about how to support NCYTE and the NC Rhythm Tap Festival HERE!

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Location:
The Ballet School of Chapel Hill

1603 E. Franklin Street

Chapel Hill, NC 27514

Founder: Gene Medler

Artistic Director: Emily Shoemaker

Managing Director: Emily Jane Acree

Assistant Directors: Carolina Vance & Zoe Foote

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Festival Coordinator: Lucy VanderKamp

Email: ncrtf@ncyte.org

Phone: (484) 942-4950​

Produced by the NC Youth Tap Ensemble

©2023 North Carolina Youth Tap Ensemble

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