DayLab, DanceWorks Chicago’s version of a One-Day Workshop, is open to dancers ages 15 – 25 years working at an advanced / professional level. Join us for this Chicago Dance CommUNITY DayLab and immerse yourself in a welcoming environment geared to addressing your body, mind, and spirit! Discover and share inspiration through training, artistic exploration, and connection with your peers!
“I loved getting to take classes not only from DanceWorks, but other companies in the area. It opened my eyes to different opportunities for dance in Chicago.” Dance360 Dancer
SCHEDULE:
10am-11:20am: Ballet with DWC Artistic Director Julie Nakagawa
11:30am-12:30pm: Rep with Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Rehearsal Director Craig Black, Jr.
12:30pm-1:10pm: Tell-It-Like-It-Is Seminar with Julie, Craig, and Marc Macaranas Lucky Plush Productions Ensemble Artist
1:15pm-2:35pm, Improv / Rep with Lucky Plush Productions Ensemble Member Marc Macaranas
2:45pm-3:45pm, DanceWorks Chicago rep with DWC dancers
3:45pm-4pm, wrap up with Julie, Sara, and DWC dancers
Join us for this unique DayLab and exercise your muscles of courage, creativity, and curiosity!
Thinking about summer plans? Use this DayLab as an audition for Dance360 Summer 2025 programming for no additional fee. Create your own adventure: July 21-August 9.
Words to describe your Dance360 experience (from Dance360 Summer 2024 Dancers):
- Refreshing
- Inspiring
- Authentic
- Motivating
ALL-INCLUSIVE FEE: $85 (no hidden charges)
Let’s DANCE!
Registration: EASY! Please fill out this simple online form.
QUESTIONS? Inquire with Dance360 Program Director Sara Bibik
DanceWorks Chicago is committed to supporting individual artistic growth, providing a laboratory for early career artists to journey from “good to great” through training, collaboration, mentorship, and performance. DWC shines a spotlight on individual artists, celebrating unique voices and finding harmony in collaboration.
This program is partially supported by the Illinois Arts Council.