The Rhythm Ensemble is a pre-professional tap dance company dedicated to providing unique training and performance opportunities to serious tap dancers.
The Rhythm Ensemble is a pre-professional youth tap dance company, founded by Juliana Kelly in 2016. Dedicated to providing unique training and performance opportunities to youth tap dancers, our focus is on technique, history, improvisation, working with live music, and providing a safe space for dancers to explore their own artistry and voice. The Rhythm Ensemble serves as a stepping stone for y
08/13/2026
Heading into our last class of the term and of the season, we can’t wait to welcome Joanne Baker to the studio tonight. Joanne will be working with our Pre-Professional division tonight for their professional development session exploring Vernacular Jazz. What a way to end the season!
08/06/2026
Happy live music day! 🎶 We’re so excited to spend the evening in the studio creating, collaborating, and dancing alongside these incredible musicians. There’s nothing quite like the energy of live music, and we can’t wait to dive into today’s session!
08/02/2026
A huge thank you to our guest artist, Elise McGrenera, for an incredible evening of classes with all three Rhythm Ensemble divisions! ✨ Your energy, artistry, and insight left us feeling inspired.
Now… did we somehow only remember to take photos with ONE division? 😅📸 Oops. You’ll just have to trust us when we say the other two had just as much fun!
Thanks again, Elise- we can’t wait to have you back. 💚
07/30/2026
Welcoming guest artist Elise McGrenera to The Rhythm Ensemble!
Today marks Elise’s first time working with the company as she spends the evening with all three of our divisions. We’re so excited to have her share her artistry, perspective, and creativity with our dancers, and we can’t wait to see what they’ll discover together.
Welcome, Elise! 💚
07/28/2026
Two incredible shows. Live music. Amazing artists. Endless inspiration. 🎶
The Rhythm Ensemble had the privilege of performing in TRI Explores The Music Of Ray Brown this past Sunday, sharing the stage with extraordinary dancers and musicians. We’re leaving the weekend feeling deeply inspired, challenged, and grateful for every moment.
Thank you to the Toronto Rhythm Initiative for creating such a special experience! 💚
07/26/2026
The Rhythm Ensemble takes on TRI 2026! A week filled with so much growth and inspiration. Catch these dancers (and many more) performing at The Great Hall tomorrow! Tickets are still available. Head on over to Toronto Rhythm Initiative for more details.
Note to self: take more photos next year! Our incredible Junior Week dancers aren’t pictured here, but they were a huge part of the magic of TRI 2026.
07/19/2026
Ten years of rhythm, learning, and community. Join us for our Term 3 Jam to celebrate 10 years of live music and tap dance together. Open to all! RSVP link is live in our Linktree bio.
07/01/2026
Creating isn’t always about the final product. Often, it’s about the discoveries along the way.
06/28/2026
Guest artist days are always a good one 💚
Today we’re excited to welcome Ryan Foley, working with our Pre-Professional and Apprentice divisions, and Ella Norton, joining our Junior Ensemble.
We love bringing in artists who can challenge, inspire, and share their experience with our dancers.
06/26/2026
Some of my favourite moments happen right here 💚