Tapping at home during lockdown

IN 1977, Roy Castle along with 500 fellow tap dancers broke the world record for the largest tap dance outside the iconic BBC television studios.

Now, the charity to whom he gave his name and the last few months of this life, is looking for the original dancers to join them in its national tapathon on May 24.

This event comes a few months after the annual Roy Castle Tapathon at North Bridge Leisure Centre in Halifax which saw dancers from across West Yorkshire come together to raise money for the fund.

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DANCING: Halifax Tapathon took place earlier this year.

ty. However, as with many charities, it is facing difficult times as COVID-19 severely impacts on fundraising.

Paula Chadwick, chief executive of Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, said: “We want everyone to join together, including those who danced with outside Television Centre, and learn a tap-inspired routine. Then, on Sunday May 24, we’ll all come together in the comfort, safety and privacy of our own home and dance.

“It doesn’t matter if you are a seasoned pro or have two left feet, anyone can take part. It’s a great way to get some exercise, have some fun, pay tribute to Roy and support those living with lung cancer.”

Those who sign up for the tapathon will receive an online tutorial video choreographed and performed by The Greatest Dancer Finalist, Harrison Vaughan.

For more information about the virtual tapathon, or to take part, please visit: roycastle.org/ tapathon.

ONLINE: For more information visit www.halifaxcourier.co.uk