The recording is now available from our “Amplifying Authenticity” teen panel on August 24! Hear from teen leaders about what they envision for the future of our city’s arts sector, and how to make sure we bring young people in.
African-American musicians have made their mark on every moment of our nation’s history through their work and inspiration. Throughout June, we’ll use this link to compile resources, events, and organizations to support.
Urban Gateways is stronger and brighter for the many LGBTQIA+ individuals who are members of our community. Throughout the month we’ll be highlighting LGBTQIA+ artists and advocates of color in particular, since their stories are so frequently underrepresented; we’ll be adding to this post frequently, so keep checking back to see our compiled list of resources.
A thank you shout out to the artist-educators who make our programs possible!
Our 60th Anniversary is well underway in 2021 and we wanted to introduce a critical member of the team that’s making our Anniversary activities and events happen: Video Production Intern Megan!
Learn how COVID-19 is impacting Urban Gateways and how you can support our work. Stay healthy, stay well – and stay inspired during this challenging time!
A Chicago Teaching Artist since 1980, Bill Eller retired just last month (February 2020). We couldn’t let him go without a reflection on his long and impactful career!
Our annual Impact Report is an opportunity for our supporters to see, at a glance, all that we’ve accomplished over the past year. Creating it is also a chance for us to reflect internally on where we’ve been and where we’re going.
Street Level youth tell you all about clubs & groups at our media arts center, and how these groups create safe spaces.
Get the inside scoop on the power of Touring Performance programs via Jeremy Schaefer, long-time Touring Artist and now Urban Gateways’ Performance Programs Coordinator.