'Mr. Devine's dazzling mix of step dance, hip-hop and classic tap are a delight halfway between Fred Astaire elegance and Savion Glover hunkered-down brilliance.' The New York Times   'Devine is a performer of outstanding virtuosity and originality.' Dance Expression, UK    'Devine is a master of his craft. His eye-boggling repertoire of riffs, slides, click-togethers, jumps, crossovers, toe-tips, as well as his amazing high kick, are all done in a loose and lanky style that shows a body at perfect ease. ' The Globe and Mail, Toronto, Canada
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In less than a decade, James Devine (performer, choreographer, director) has emerged as a multi-talented leader in the percussive dance world. Certified by the Guinness Book of World Records as “The Fastest Dancer in the World,” Devine clocks in at an astounding 38 taps per second to create a whole new kind of theatrical experience in his latest production Tapeire - an electrifying 75-minute collection of raw, fresh and invigorating energy and talent ... read more

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Hornpipe.net - Feb 2008
James Devine's Tapeire
By Sarah Velasquez

Guinness World Record-holder James Devine blasted the stage at NYC's New Victory theater with his fast taps, intensely intricate rhythm, and surprisingly urban funky freshness. Devine clocks in at an astounding 38 beats per second, but his talent is not merely a matter of speed; he has fast feet and knows how to use them. The show continues the tour to Boston, New Jersey, Phildadelphia, Delaware, Florida, Los Angeles and Seattle.
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