January 12, 2022 //

The Harmony of Korean Drumming and Dancing

The Harmony of Korean Drumming and Dancing is now available as a Virtual Performance! Learn more and request Virtual Performances here >> Captivating artists illuminate the grace and power of …

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October 28, 2021 //

The Brass Family

The Brass Family (Sassy Brass Quintet) – The Sassy Brass Quintet performs classical, jazz, and popular pieces as it introduces students to important styles of music over the centuries. Students …

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June 16, 2021 //

Game of Warriors: Brazilian Capoeira

Game of Warriors: Brazilian Capoeira (Gingarte Capoeira Chicago) – This exciting performance introduces audiences to the history and meaning behind capoeira, a Brazilian cultural art form that beautifully combines dance …

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May 14, 2021 //

Laura Wesslund

Laura Wesslund is a teaching artist with a specialty in theatre and dance. She’s thrilled to continue working with Urban Gateways, which allows her to share her love of the …

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March 22, 2021 //

Heartbeat of Japan

Heartbeat of Japan (Tsukasa Taiko) – The rich history of Japan comes alive through dynamic music and dance examples, embodying the centuries-old culture of this beautiful country. Audiences will be introduced …

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The Harmony of Korean Drumming and Dancing

The Harmony of Korean Drumming and Dancing (Korean Performing Arts Institute of Chicago) – Captivating artists illuminate the grace and power of traditional Korean drumming and dancing by demonstrating intricate performances. …

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The Evolution of African-American Music: From Africa to Hip Hop

The Evolution of African-American Music: From Africa to Hip Hop (Bruce Henry & Band) – An interactive concert for all ages that explores the history of African-American Music. This entertaining and …

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July 27, 2018 //

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 //

World Rhythms at Gill Park

Immersion Workshop Performers Jason Wolf and Andrew Elbert from Pulse Beat Music, an Urban Gateways touring group, performed their global percussion show The Birthplace of Rhythm for students with Greeley Elementary’s after-school …

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August 18, 2017 //

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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