July 27, 2018 //

The Roots of Black Dance in America

The Roots of Black Dance in America is now available as a Virtual Performance! Learn more and request Virtual Performances here >> Explore the evolution of black dance in America …

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Korean Performing Arts Institute of Chicago

Korean Performing Arts Institute of Chicago is a 501(c)3, community-based cultural and educational organization. Primarily serving Chicago and the surrounding region, they are dedicated to developing and promoting traditional Korean …

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January 31, 2018 //

Dance Across Genres at Pope John Paul II

Immersion Workshop Urban Gateways touring artists Chicago Dance Crash led an energetic and interactive performance of their show History of Dance from Ballet to Breakdancing, followed by a workshop for …

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After School Hip Hop at Lee Elementary

3rd through 6th grade students at Lee Elementary showed off their new dance moves during a performance for peers and parents on January 17, 2018, the culminating event for an …

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August 18, 2017 //

Kalapriya Center for Indian Performing Arts

Kalapriya is a holistic and integrated performing arts institution in the city of Chicago committed to cultivating, producing, and presenting high-quality performance art and education rooted in the diverse cultural …

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Gingarte Capoeira Chicago

Mestre Marisa Cordeiro is the founder and executive director of Gingarte Capoeira and a shining symbol of the Brazilian community in Chicago. Born in Curvelo, Brazil, Marisa trained at the …

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Clinard Dance

Clinard Dance is a project dedicated to exploring and expanding the vocabulary of flamenco. Led by an open-minded spirit, the ensemble seeks to engage with contemporary culture through vibrant performances …

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August 16, 2017 //

Flamenco: The Music of Movement

This dynamic ensemble, featuring a trio of musicians and a solo dancer, showcases the evolution of flamenco and emphasizes the importance of collaboration, echoing the way many cultures came together …

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February 1, 2017 //

Irekani Ferreyra

Irekani is an interdisciplinary teaching artist with broad experience as a performer of Mexican music and dance. Within dance, Irekani’s specialties are Aztec dance as well as zapateado (percussive foot tapping). He …

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December 15, 2016 //

Mercedes Inez Martinez

Mercedes Inez, a multidisciplinary artist and art educator, attended Loyola University Chicago with a focus in Theatre, Visual Arts, and Music. She works as a performer and teaching artist for …

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