Kurt Csolak With sixteen years of stage experience, Kurt is thrilled to share his passion for tap dancing as he debuts with Cats Paying Dues. A current student at New York University, Kurt has trained in all areas of performance including acting, vocals, and all styles of dance. Stage credits include Freeze Frame Improv Comedy at the Del Close Improv Marathon NYC, D.A.R.K. professional vocal group, 13 years competitive dance experience, and lead roles in many regional theatre performances. TV/Film credits include; Speed Racer: The Next Generation, the voice of Speed for Nicktoons Network, One Life To Live, As The World Turns, Hip Hop Homeroom worldwide children’s video, and various TV commercials. Two-time senior national tap champion, Kurt is now a staff member at the Star Maker School of the Performing Arts, Flemington, NJ. Kurt enjoys long walks on the beach, driving with the windows down, and listening when no one else will. Special thanks to my teachers at Star Maker: Jerri Brown, Amanda Bay, Jamie Day, Kathleen Weaver and Leesa Csolak and NYC based mentors Anthony Russo, and of course, Andrew Nemr.