Stephanie Paul
Artist Discipline: Dance
Artist Bio
Formed in 2006 by Artistic Director Stephanie Paul and founding Executive Director Davora Sides, Be the Groove has quickly established a reputation for entertaining audiences in the Chicago dance and arts community. The ensemble has performed at such venues as Millennium Park’s Pritzker Pavilion, Harris Theater, Ravinia, Old Town School of Folk Music, and festivals including, Dance Chicago, Taste of Chicago and the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival. In addition to these public celebrations, throughout the year Be the Groove can be spotted locally at various schools, dance studios and camps engaging audiences of all ages with interactive performances and educational workshops that meld percussion and movement.
Be the Groove has also built a significant resume performing in private and corporate events including the International Home and Housewares Show at McCormick Place, NeoCon’s World Trade Show at Merchandise Mart and Sara Lee’s National Sales Conference.