This performance showcases traditional and contemporary work of Chicago-based companies, including Ayodele Drum and Dance, Tsukasa Taiko, an encore by last year’s festival hit, Surabhi Ensemble, CHRP’s Stone Soup Rhythms, renowned guest artist, Cartier Williams, and ERA Footwork making their first Stomping Grounds appearance. The drum-heavy program displays the connection between percussive music and dance, featuring works that pay homage to ancient rituals of Spring and the hope that accompanies new beginnings.

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Free Tickets: Reservations for free seats will be honored on a first come, first served basis starting 30 minutes prior to event’s starting time. At 10 minutes before showtime, all unclaimed free reservations will be released to people on the waiting list.

Seating capacity is limited and guests and patrons will be seated in the order in which they arrive. The box office will open one hour before showtime; the auditorium will open for general admission seating approximately 30 minutes before showtime.