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Jay Pather is the 2021 JOMBA! legacy artist. A retrospective of his body of work was presented on the opening night of the JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience. Photo by Val Adamson.

Crossing borders from the convenience of a couch

Catherine Meredith | Aug 26, 2021

Siwela Sonka Dance Theatre. Photo by Val Adamson.

On feeling Jay Pather’s body of work for the first time

D. S. Knowlton | Aug 26, 2021

Dance for Life will take place on Aug. 26 in Millennium Park. Photo credit Todd Rosenberg.

Thirty years in, Dance for Life embraces the new with fresh faces and a broad mission

Lynn Colburn Shapiro | Aug 24, 2021

Deeply Rooted Dancers in "Goshen," part of "Roots & Wings" at the Auditorium Theatre. Photo by Ken Carl

How we heal: Deeply Rooted's 'Goshen' is based on the Exodus story—a metaphor for these times

Vicki Crain | Aug 23, 2021

A scene from Cecil McDonald, Jr.'s "Pieta for America," screened as part of See Chicago Dance's monthly Screendance Club

‘Pieta for America’ recognizes our quiet and timeless protests

D'onminique Boyd-Riley | Aug 22, 2021

In their first performance, Contretemps Contemporary Ballet used the parking lot and surrounding architecture at the Drucker Center. Photo by Michelle Reid.

Contretemps debut 'Heat Lightning' relies on, and ignores, its unusual locale.

Tristan Bruns | Aug 16, 2021

A still from "The Spirit Dance with Me," a dance film by Antoine Hunter

Access and Art: Virtual dance a lingering pandemic gift

Sydney Erlikh | Aug 9, 2021

Chicago Dance Crash presents "The Final $tage" on the rooftop of Lakeshore Sport and Fitness. Photo courtesy of Chicago Dance Crash

Dancing al fresco: Chicago takes performance outdoors in August

Lauren Warnecke | Aug 9, 2021

Project Dance made its Chicago debut Saturday, with a plethora of faith-inspired works. Photo courtesy of Identity Performing Arts

Heavenly inspiration abounds in Project Dance’s earthly creations

Tristan Bruns | Aug 2, 2021

Miriam-Rose LeDuc and Mickey Erickson in "Immortal Beloved" by Mariana Oliveira. Costume design by Nathan Rohrer; lighting design by Sarah Lackner; photo by Todd Rosenberg.

‘The Rite of Spring & Other Works’ a refreshing, outdoor take on the traditional

D'onminique Boyd-Riley | Jul 29, 2021

Margi Cole. Photo by Katie Graves

Margi Cole departs for a new (sweet) home in Alabama

Lauren Warnecke | Jul 26, 2021

House of DOV gave their inaugural Chicago performance outside Adler Planetarium. Photo by Michelle Reid.

At Adler, new production company House of DOV makes a dramatic entrance onto the scene

Emma Elsmo | Jul 26, 2021

Stephanie Clemens (center) surrounded by academy staff and students in 2019. Photo by Steve Ewert

Oak Park's Stephanie Clemens, Academy of Movement and Music founder, retires to the sun-soaked West

Maureen Janson | Jul 21, 2021

From left, Kirsten Uttich, Jennifer Yonally and Heather Latakas perform in "Tap Secret!" Photo by Philamonjaro

CTT taps the ‘90s for their latest story show—Booyah!

Lauren Warnecke | Jul 13, 2021

A scene from "La Follia Variations." Photo: Todd Rosenberg Photography.

Pure joy on stage and in the audience at 'ABT Across America'

Emma Elsmo | Jul 9, 2021

Sara Anderson (left) performs in "Tap Secret" with Chicago Tap Theatre, photo by Philamonjaro. Jumaane Taylor (right) is the director of this year's Rhythm World. Photo by William Friederking

In Chicago, summer is for lovers—tap dance lovers, that is

Tristan Bruns | Jul 7, 2021

From left, Melvin Lawovi, Duncan McIlwaine and Hannah Marshall in "Indestructible Light." Photo: Todd Rosenberg Photography

ABT hits the road, like the old days, with a one-day stop in Chicago

Vicki Crain | Jul 6, 2021

A scene from Hubbard Street Dance’s “Greener Grass,” directed and choreographed by HS alum Jie-Hung Connie Shiau.

Concluding a virtual year, Hubbard Street continues to stretch with 'Greener Grass'

D'onminique Boyd-Riley | Jul 6, 2021

Dance for Life will take place on Aug. 26 in Millennium Park. Photo credit Todd Rosenberg.

Featured Organization: Chicago Dancers United’s ‘Dance for Life’ returns live and in-person to support Chicago dancers

Chicago Dance Health Fund | Jun 30, 2021

CDE founder & executive director Ellyzabeth Adler (pictured) struggled with isolation and postpartum depression after having a child during COVID-19. Her company's upcoming season is guided by a desire for community and connectivity. Photo courtesy of CDE

Featured Organization: Chicago Danztheatre brings back ‘The Yellow Wallpaper’ to kick off season 20

Tom Camacho | Jun 25, 2021

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