THE NUTCRACKER to Return to Joffrey Ballet This Winter
The Joffrey Ballet will present Christopher Wheeldon's THE NUTCRACKER with all-new immersive projections and a three-dimensional Golden Statue at the Lyric Opera House in Chicago.
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The latest news on performances of Dance in Chicago.
GIORDANO DANCE CHICAGO to Present Season 64 at North Shore Center
Giordano Dance Chicago returns to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie with a program featuring the world premiere of 'Caravan' by Resident Choreographer Al Blackstone and works by acclaimed choreographers.
THE NUTCRACKER to Feature Ballet, Hip Hop, and Breakdancing at Hyde Park School of Dance
Hyde Park School of Dance will present its annual Nutcracker production with over 200 performers spanning ages 7 to adults, blending classical ballet, hip hop, breakdancing, and multiple dance styles at Mandel Hall in Chicago.
Video: THE WINTER'S TALE Trailer at Chicago Shakespeare Theater
Chicago Shakespeare Theater shared a trailer for THE WINTER'S TALE, Shakespeare's romance moving from Sicilia to Bohemia, now in performances as part of the company's new Shakespeare Repertory.
TAKE to Return at Visceral Dance Chicago
Visceral Dance Chicago will present TAKE, an immersive contemporary dance work by founder and artistic director Nick Pupillo, featuring live music and audience participation in an intimate in-the-round setting.
THE NUTCRACKER-Inspired Installation to Debut at Driehaus Museum
The Driehaus Museum will partner with The Joffrey Ballet for a month-long holiday celebration featuring an immersive installation of World's Fair memorabilia, costumed dancers, and family programming.
Cynthia Oliver Receives 2026 Knight Choreography Prize
Choreographer Cynthia Oliver has been named recipient of the $50,000 Knight Choreography Prize, awarded annually to honor artists whose work advances dance and expands audiences for the artform.
PAULINA STREET PASSAGE Will Debut as Part of FOSSE FORWARD at Hubbard Street
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and The Verdon Fosse® Legacy will present the world premiere of PAULINA STREET PASSAGE, the first work in the new FOSSE® FORWARD initiative, alongside world premieres LUMINA and LubDub at Steppenwolf Theatre Company.
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble Reveals 2026-2027 Season
Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble announced its 2026-2027 season, featuring COPESTIC VIBRATIONS: A MUSIC FESTIVAL, a fully staged production of FOR COLORED GIRLS WHO HAVE CONSIDERED SUICIDE WHEN THE RAINBOW IS ENUF directed by Aja Singletary, and the return of Full Circle Festival.
DANCE ME: THE MUSIC OF LEONARD COHEN to Make Chicago Debut
Ballets Jazz Montréal will present a tribute to Leonard Cohen through the evening-length dance work DANCE ME at The Auditorium in Chicago.
Winifred Haun & Dancers Will Perform HOW THE LIGHT GETS IN: Dances For These Times
Winifred Haun & Dancers will present HOW THE LIGHT GETS IN, featuring two world premieres and the return of the acclaimed work TRASHED at Ruth Page Center for the Arts in Chicago.
THE HIP HOP NUTCRACKER to Launch 20-City National Tour Featuring Kurtis Blow And Da Brat
The Hip Hop Nutcracker will launch its 20-city national tour, featuring hip hop pioneer Kurtis Blow and Da Brat as special guest MCs.
UNTAMED PASSION to Feature World Premiere by Al Blackstone
Giordano Dance Chicago will present the world premiere of Caravan by resident choreographer Al Blackstone, along with a rework of his swing-style work Dumb Luck! and popular repertoire at the North Shore Center.
DANCE ME: THE MUSIC OF LEONARD COHEN to Make Chicago Debut at The Auditorium
Ballets Jazz Montréal will bring its tribute to Leonard Cohen to Chicago's The Auditorium for a one-night engagement, marking the company's debut in the city.
JOFFREY BALLET's Greg Cameron to Depart as President and CEO
Joffrey Ballet announced President and CEO Greg Cameron will step down after a 15-year tenure, with the board forming a committee to lead a national search for his successor.
Ailey II to Launch 27-City Tour Featuring World Premiere by Francesca Harper
Ailey II will tour 27 US cities from September 22, 2026, to April 11, 2027, presenting a world premiere by Francesca Harper and works by Alvin Ailey and Ronald K.
Winifred Haun & Dancers Unveils 2026-27 Season Featuring World Premieres and More
Contemporary dance company Winifred Haun & Dancers has revealed its 2026–2027 performance season, featuring world premieres, celebrated repertory, new work by Chicago area choreographers, and more.
LILIOM to Make Chicago Premiere With Joffrey Ballet in 2026-27 Season Opener
The Joffrey Ballet will open its season with the Chicago premiere of John Neumeier's LILIOM, performed at the Lyric Opera House with a live 16-piece jazz band and orchestra.
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago to Close Jacob's Pillow Festival Season
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will return to Jacob's Pillow to close out the summer season with a mixed repertoire program featuring works by Nacho Duato, Aszure Barton, Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse.
Red Clay Dance Company Reveals 18th Season Featuring FREEDOM SQUARE and More
Red Clay Dance Company will present its 18th season, opening with Freedom Square: The Black Girlhood Altar at Northwestern University's Wirtz Center, followed by a spring concert in Chicago.
See Chicago Dance to Host 2026 BOLD IMPACT Gala at Venue West
See Chicago Dance will honor José Luis Ovalle González and Jan Feldman for their contributions to the city's dance community at its annual benefit gala, featuring dinner and live performances.
Robyn Mineko Williams and Artists Reveal 2026–27 Programming
Robyn Mineko Williams and Artists will present its eleventh season of Chicago-based programming, including a new work's premiere engagement and the return of the UNDERCOVER EPISODES series.
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre to Launch 2026-2027 Season at New Home
Cerqua Rivera Dance Theatre will begin an in-residence tenure at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts, with programming including a new choreography festival and returning artists.
Chicago Tap Theatre's Mark Yonally to Receive Hoofer Award from American Tap Dance Foundation
Chicago Tap Theatre Founder and Artistic Director Mark Yonally has been selected to receive the 2026 Hoofer Award from the American Tap Dance Foundation, to be presented at the Tap City Awards in New York City.
DEREK HOUGH DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS Tour to Make Multi-City Debut This Fall
Four-time Emmy winner Derek Hough announced a multi-city DANCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS tour, kicking off in Phoenix and wrapping in San Jose, with stops in Seattle, Austin, Salt Lake City, and Nashville.
Winifred Haun & Dancers to Tour Alaska for First Time With Residencies in Nome and Anchorage
Chicago's Winifred Haun & Dancers will conduct its first-ever Alaska tour, with dance residencies in Nome and Anchorage featuring workshops, community performances, and a collaboration with indigenous group Unalakleet Comes To Life.
Joffrey Ballet to Launch 17th Annual WINNING WORKS Choreographic Competition
The Grainger Academy of The Joffrey Ballet announced a national call for five emerging choreographers to compete in its annual Winning Works program, with performances set for the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago.
GIORDANO DANCE CHICAGO to Return to North Shore Center for 64th Season
Giordano Dance Chicago will return to the North Shore Center for Performing Arts in Skokie, Ill.
BALLET FOLKLORICO QUETZALCOATL to Return to Paramount Theatre for 43rd Anniversary Concert
Ballet Folklorico Quetzalcoatl will perform its 43rd Anniversary Concert at Paramount Theatre in Aurora, IL, featuring folk dances representing Mexico's different regions.
House of DOV's CIRCLE OF APATHY to Have World Premiere at Ragdale
House of DOV will present the world premiere of Circle of Apathy at Ragdale in Lake Forest, IL, featuring live music from Family Junket.
Chicago Dance Crash To Premiere expo/sd at Ruth Page Center for the Arts
Chicago Dance Crash will present EXPO/SD, a world premiere repertory concert at the Ruth Page Center for the Arts, featuring new works by Annie Franklin, Cameron McKinney, and Elijah Motley.
DANCE FOR LIFE 35th Anniversary: 10 Chicago Companies & World Premiere Announced
Chicago Dance Health Fund announced the lineup for DANCE FOR LIFE's 35th anniversary at The Auditorium, featuring 10 Chicago companies, a community work revival, and a world premiere finale by choreographer Randy Duncan.
CHICAGO DANCE MONTH Returns With Record Applications & Free Citywide Events
See Chicago Dance announced the full lineup for the 13th Annual CHICAGO DANCE MONTH, featuring 35 artists across 12 free citywide events, plus a new Neighborhood MOVES initiative expanding programming into Chicago communities.
Dance Theatre of Harlem Extends FIREBIRD With Fall 2026 Tour Dates
Dance Theatre of Harlem announced an extension of FIREBIRD, adding fall tour stops in Washington DC, Chicago, and Tempe following sold-out performances in New York and an international premiere in Paris.
SATURN RETURNS From Chicago Tap Theatre To Play at The Edge Theater
Chicago Tap Theatre will present SATURN RETURNS, directed by Molly Smith, at The Edge Theater in Chicago.
EUGENE ONEGIN Chicago Premiere To Close Joffrey Ballet Season
The Joffrey Ballet will present the Chicago premiere of EUGENE ONEGIN at the Lyric Opera House, marking a significant addition to the company's upcoming season.
Chicago Human Rhythm Project Will Present National Tap Dance Day Show Honoring Bojangles, Miles Davis & Coltrane
Chicago Human Rhythm Project will close its STOMPING GROUNDS series at the DuSable Black History Museum with a National Tap Dance Day concert honoring Bill 'Bojangles' Robinson and the centennials of Miles Davis and John Coltrane.
DEEPLY ROOTED DANCE THEATER Will Perform 30th Anniversary Show at The Auditorium
Deeply Rooted Dance Theater will return to The Auditorium for the crowning performance of its 30th anniversary season.
Drury Lane Theatre Names Matthew D. Carney as Artistic Director
Drury Lane Theatre has appointed Matthew D.
