Founded in May 2007, DanceWorks Chicago (DWC) is committed to building a foundation for early career artists by providing a laboratory from which dancers and choreographers propel themselves and the art form to a new level of artistry through training, collaboration, mentorship, and performance.
DanceWorks Chicago fills a niche in the dance ecosystem through its unique commitment to the advancement of early career artists. An incubator that focuses on the development of young people, DWC fosters a diverse next generation of movers and makers, empowering early career artists to cultivate their unique voices in the dance community through skill acquisition and development; collaborations and relationship-building with a global perspective; intense and intentional mentorship; and performances that shine a light on dancers and dance. DWC cultivates an inclusive culture relating to board and staff, artists, the works of art, and audience served. A cultural ambassador locally, nationally, and internationally, DWC inspires excellence in the studio, on stage, and behind-the-scenes.
For everyBODY, enJOY this episode of DWC's Alumni InterVIEW
Series featuring DanceWorks Chicago OG (and Lucky Plush alum)
Marc Macaranas. Edited by Team DWC member Elijah Richardson,
this series is a family affair! Proud to be part of Chicago's dance
commUNITY with Team Plush!
In SEASON 14, Team DWC is leaning into R & D mode.
While DanceWorks Chicago is always moving (and #StillMoving), DWC is intentionally changing its rhythm
to allow more space to be curious, to listen, and to reflect.
To inspire and empower a community of artists, audiences,
and good dance citizens in Chicago and beyond through the incubator of DanceWorks Chicago is one way to contribute
to the field.
For movers, check out ChoreoLab this Saturday, December 19, with Tommie-Waheed Evans.
For makers, SAVE the DATE for DanceChance (DWC's version
of open mic night for dance) on Friday, January 29, 2021.
If you'd like to help make dreams come true, please visit DanceWorks Chicago's SUPPORT page! Every dollar is a
vote of confidence in EARLY CAREER ARTISTS. And,
hey, if you're feelin' it, join our new Monthly Giving
Program and be a ChangeMaker!
www.danceworkschicago.org
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