Where to dance in Chicago!
If you are in the Windy City or happen to be traveling, here are some of the great professional dance studios you can take from.
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by: Jeff Victor
Giordano Dance School
Founded by jazz-dance legend Gus Giordano, this commodious complex has been offering high-quality jazz and ballet training for 50 years. Take classes in Giordano Jazz Technique, ballet, pointe, floor barre, modern, tap, hip-hop, fitness or ballroom dance.
Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC) is America's original jazz dance company, captivating audiences worldwide with dynamic performances and the diversity and wide appeal of its repertoire. The mission of Giordano Dance Chicago is to create and present new and innovative jazz dance choreography, often redefining and expanding the very definition of jazz dance, and to bring this invaluable American art form to audiences and students of all ages and from all ethnic backgrounds. Whether on the stage or in the classroom, we strive to enrich lives through dance. Known for its high-energy, high-impact artistry, GDC continually receives critical and audience acclaim worldwide.
After 50 years in Evanston, Giordano Dance Chicago is now located in the heart of downtown Chicago!
Lou Conte Dance Studio
This school occupies the same headquarters as Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, and was started by Hubbard’s founder, Lou Conte. Weekday morning and daytime classes cater to professional and aspiring dancers practicing ballet, modern and jazz techniques; the evening and Saturday classes are more casual.
Visceral Dance Center
As one of the top training facilities in the country, Visceral Dance Center is known for its positive environment, exceptional faculty and state-of-the art facility. With a broad range of classes for both children and adults. The Center allows dance to be easily accessible to all individuals, from the beginning dancer to the seasoned professional. Visceral Dance Center prides itself for its commitment to provide professional faculty with the most fresh and original teaching styles. In addition to innovative excellence in dance training, The Center also houses renowned performing arts organizations for rehearsals, auditions and resident spaces. Visceral Dance Center upholds the highest level of respect for its students, instructors, and staff and is committed to challenging artists to reach their fullest potential.
Joel Hall Dance Center
The mission of the Joel Hall Dancers & Center is to enrich the lives of our community through dance education and performance. Our focus is on developing Chicago’s native talent pool in a welcoming environment that celebrates multiculturalism & ethnic diversity. We’ve achieved a noted reputation as a quintessential American Contemporary Urban Jazz Ballet Company — sophisticated & accessible.
Open 7 days a week — we are one of Chicago’s largest dance education facilities. With over 150 adult and children’s classes, JHDC offers one of the most extensive dance and movement curriculum's in the Midwest. Our community-based Center is particularly committed to making dance available to all people, regardless of age, interest or experience level.
Students are offered performance & choreography workshops providing them with the opportunity to present original works. Other disciplines are cultivated through Master classes and exposure to teachers and performers from prestigious national & international dance organizations.
Joffrey Academy of Dance: Official School of the Joffrey Ballet
The Joffrey is a world-class, Chicago-based ballet company and dance education organization committed to artistic excellence and innovation, presenting a unique repertoire encompassing masterpieces of the past and cutting-edge works. The Joffrey is committed to providing arts education and accessible dance training through its Joffrey Academy of Dance and Community Engagement programs.
The Joffrey Academy of Dance, Official School of The Joffrey Ballet, is committed to providing students of all ages, levels and backgrounds who have a desire to dance with a world-class education built on a foundation of classical ballet. With the talents cultivated at the Joffrey Academy, students can pursue careers as professional dancers at companies throughout the world, higher education opportunities in dance, or success in other fields. Through the Joffrey Academy’s programs, students develop a diverse set of skills including artistry, creativity, discipline and confidence, among others. The Joffrey Academy’s high-quality, educational programming forms future audiences and support for the Joffrey and builds the organization’s reputation worldwide.
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