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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 …
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. …
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 …
Breakin’ It Down: Hip Hop Dance History
Breakin’ It Down: Hip Hop Dance History (Chicago Dance Crash) – From the dancers behind “History of Dance from Ballet to Breakdancing” comes this new and exciting show all about …
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 …
Mother & Daughter Workshop at Nuestro Center
Youth, Family, and Community Workshop Teaching artist Diana Solís led a 3-part Mother/Daughter Workshop at Nuestro Center in Highwood, IL from December 27-29, 2017. This visual arts workshop series focused …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Zapata’s Young Photographers
Media teaching artist Oli Rodriguez spent his spring (2017) at Zapata Elementary helping students explore identity, community, and their Back of the Yards neighborhood through photography. Oli’s 1st, 2nd, and …