Golf Outing 2015

Another spectacular Swingin’ for Theresa Golf Outing was held at North Hills Country Club on Thursday, June 25th. The 18th annual event welcomed 94 golfers and even more at the Gala Reception. The cloud cover and light breeze was a welcome plus for the golfers.   Once again the golf committee, with Ralph Caruso and… Read More »

Four weddings… and a baby

By: Susan S. Russo “It’s the water!”…..we’ve jokingly made this comment to several parents and friends when we tell them the latest TAPA news! Over the past eight months, we’ve had four engagement announcements and the birth of a new “TAPA-Baby”! Dance teacher Tatum Brogan and her husband Chris became the parents of a lovely… Read More »

Spotlight on Art Class

By: Lindsay Rogan If you’ve ever seen our Facebook page then you must have seen the remarkable artwork that our students create. I am continually amazed each time I step into the art room and see the finished product. Our art teacher, Elizabeth Connolly, has helped all of our students to express themselves and attempt… Read More »

CPR Class

On a sunny afternoon in April, TAPA’s faculty, interns, and volunteers welcomed Bob from The Heart Savers Institute for a CPR certification course. The three-hour workshop focused on basic CPR and life-saving techniques as well as AED training. Even though TAPA used full time nurses during summer camp, we are thrilled that so many faculty… Read More »

Sunday Workshop Preview!

One day each month, TAPA holds Sunday Workshops to welcome current TAPA students, their siblings, and all students from local areas to enjoy classes at TAPA. During each two hour session, students take dance, yoga, art, and music classes with a unified theme.   We are thrilled to announce that this year, our Sunday Workshops… Read More »

After School in the Arts

The Theresa Academy of Performing arts is thrilled to announce our new After school in the Arts program! This fall, we will begin offering respite from 3:00 – 6:00pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. These classes are designed just like Saturday Respite, with a variety of classes, snack, and time for homework help. This new… Read More »

End of Camp Blues

The end of camp always makes me “blue”. Although all of the teachers and volunteers reach the day completely exhausted, it’s always a bit sad to say good-bye. For three weeks we came together from different towns, schools, and programs to celebrate the SOUNDS OF SUMMER!   Our campers were incredible! Boys and girls from… Read More »

Irish Step Dancing

TAPA was thrilled to welcome Shannon Romig and her friends back to TAPA Summer Camp. Last week, with the help of almost a dozen other dancers, Shannon taught an Irish Step Dancing to all campers each day! Campers learned basic Irish Step Dancing technique, patters, and combinations. Following the lead of their buddies, campers found… Read More »

Congratulations, Graduates!

June is a time for graduations and the start of summer! For us, it also meant celebrating Jillian Feuerstein, TAPA intern, and her graduation from Hewlett High School! We are so proud of Jillian and all of her outstanding accomplishments in Concert Corale, Vocal Jazz Choir, National Honor Society, National Thespian Society, and Human Rights/Anti-Bullying… Read More »

Singing the Praises of TAPA Summer Camp

By: Julie Mayo Having come on board as a teacher and administrative assistant at TAPA this past October, this was my first experience with Summer Camp. I had heard the buzz that it was “a great time,” but it was more than I bargained for in the fun and inspiration departments. In addition to camp… Read More »