August 26, 2009 :: News :: 1 Comment

AileyCamp Celebrates 10 Years of Dance & Youth Development

AileyCamp Chicago celebrated its 10-year anniversary this summer.  The innovative, 6-week dance and youth development program for inner city students is made possible each year through a partnership amongst Urban Gateways, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the Chicago Park District and Chicago Public Schools. This summer, 80 Chicago students ages 11 to 14 participated; and anyone who was present for the camp's culminating dance performance on Wednesday, August 12 knows the spectacular results.

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August 26, 2009 :: News :: No Comments

Major Funders Sign on to Support UG’s Mission

By continually advocating for the arts and effectively delivering arts education programming for almost 50 years, Urban Gateways is gaining the support of government, corporate and foundation funders on both local and national levels.    This summer, Urban Gateways was one of only 28 organizations nationwide to receive funding from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) in the Arts Education category.  JP Morgan Chase donated $100,000 in support of Urban Gateways programs, and 10 local Target stores collectively contributed $13,500.

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August 18, 2009 :: News :: No Comments

Urban Gateways Fall Showcase 2009 - Sept. 25

 

Friday, September 25
9am - 12pm

 

Northbrook Theater
3323 Walters Avenue - Northbrook, IL 

REGISTER ONLINE >>

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Come join Urban Gateways for a sneak preview of our newest Touring Performances!

This free annual event is open to teachers, administrators, parents and community members who are interested in bringing Chicago's most captivating live performances to their schools, community centers, libraries and assembly halls.

The showcase will feature 15-minute performances by the following Urban Gateways touring groups: 

• Fandango! by Tarima Son (Music, Dance)
• Voice of Dance by DanceWorks Chicago (Dance) 
• Drums in the Concert Hall by Third Coast Percussion (Music)
• Alice & Me by Filament Theatre Ensemble (Theatre)
• The Evolution of Ballet by Elements Contemporary Ballet (Dance)  

Each performance will be followed by a Q&A session.  Continental breakfast will be served. And Urban Gateways staff will be on hand to help you plan your arts programming for the year ahead!

If you're interested in attending, please REGISTER ONLINE TODAY>>

 
QUESTIONS? Please contact Tarah Ortiz, Program Coordinator - Performance Programs, by email or phone: (312)922-0440 ext. 2750.