Life Under The Willow Tree
Life Under The Willow Tree
The Podcast Group at Willow Valley Communities
E214: LUWT Candace O'Donnel and Carol Still Tap Dancing
15 minutes Posted May 14, 2026 at 1:34 pm.
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E214: Candace O'Donnell and Carol Still: Tap Dancing
This podcast features Candace O'Donnell interviewing Carol Still, a veteran dance instructor at Willow Valley, who discusses an upcoming tap-dancing production titled "Stepping Back in Time." The show, scheduled for May 21st, highlights the talents of resident performers across several decades of music while honoring the history of the art form. Still shares her personal journey, explaining how she began dancing at age three to recover from a medical crisis and eventually discovered her lifelong passion for teaching. The conversation explores the physical and cognitive benefits of tap dancing for seniors, including specialized "sit and tap" sessions for those with mobility challenges. Throughout the segment, the host emphasizes Still’s creative leadership and the impressive progress of the performers as they prepare for their professional-style showcase.