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Historical Social Dances of Harlem: Truckin’

Apollo Education, Dana Rainey, Distance Learning, Harlem, On-Demand Learning, Tap Dance, Theater & Dance

Truckin’ was created by tap dancer Cora LaRedd and stylized by Apollo Theater comedic legend Dewey “Pigmeat” Markham. Truckin’ symbolizes a shuffling walk done to emphasize one’s feelings of happiness or joy.

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