Michela Marino Lerman: Steppin' with "The Kid"

July 16 — 17, 2026 at 5:30pm

Michela Marino Lerman: Steppin' with "The Kid"

Performance Outdoor

July 16 — 17, 2026 at 5:30pm

Henry J. Leir Stage

Michela Marino Lerman; Luis Guillén photo

Michela Marino Lerman is a tap dancer, choreographer, musician, and educator, celebrated for her dynamic performances and innovative approach to tap. Recognized by Downbeat Magazine as “jazz’s premier tap dancer,” her work explores the intersection of tap and jazz, elevating tap as both dance and music.

This summer, Michela leads an ensemble of tap dancers and musicians, including acclaimed singer Charenee Wade, in Steppin’ with “The Kid”: A Celebration of Betty Carter, honoring iconic vocalist and one of Michela's greatest inspirations, Betty Carter.

The only woman lifetime honorary member of The Copasetics and recipient of the Hoofer Award, Michela has performed on iconic stages including Jazz at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, and Newport Jazz Festival. Mentored by tap legends Gregory Hines, Buster Brown, and others, she has collaborated with jazz greats including Wynton Marsalis, Esperanza Spalding, and Jon Batiste. As a teacher, Marino Lerman shares her expertise at universities and tap festivals worldwide, continuing to push the boundaries of tap dance in music.

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Expected run time

~50 minutes

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Pillow debut, live music

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Participate in a free question & answer session with the artists just after they step off stage. Ticket-holders are invited to stay immediately after the show in order to enjoy the Post-Show Talk.

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Michela Marino lerman; Lauren Desberg photo

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