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Nicholas Brothers. The Nicholas Brothers were an entertainment act composed of brothers, Fayard (1914–2006) and Harold (1921–2000), who excelled in a variety of dance techniques, primarily between the 1930s and 1950s.
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Nicholas Brothers, tap-dancing duo whose suppleness, strength, and fearlessness made them one of the greatest tap dance acts of all time. They developed a type of dance that has been dubbed ‘classical tap,’ combining jazz dance, ballet, and dazzling acrobatics with tap dancing.
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Fayard and Harold Nicholas, whose careers span more than six decades, make up one of the most beloved dance teams in the history of dance - the Nicholas Brothers.
Fayard Nicholas, who with his brother Harold wowed the tap dancing world with their astonishing athleticism and inspired generations of dancers, has died. He was 91. The brothers were featured at New York’s Cotton Club, Hollywood films and Broadway shows, and faced racial hurdles and personal challenges.
Oct 30, 2022 · Learn about the legendary tap dancers Fayard and Harold Nicholas, who performed in films like Stormy Weather and Ziegfeld Follies. Discover their acrobatic feats, versatile talents, and family legacy in the Academy Museum's exhibit Regeneration.
This is the official page to experience the best of the Nicholas Brothers clips and performances from across the decades. Seeing them glide across the stage never gets old.