1 Shen Wei Dance Arts (Auditorium Theatre) The MacArthur “Genius” Award-winning choreographer and designer, famed for choreographing the Beijing Olympics Opening Ceremony, brings two gorgeously surreal visions to the Auditorium stage. September 23 & 24
2 Orphée et Eurydice (Lyric Opera) This first-ever collaboration between the Lyric Opera and the Joffrey Ballet features the full company performing choreography from the acclaimed John Neumeier, in Gluck’s rendition of the classic tragedy. September 23-October 15
3 Chicago Human Rhythm Project (Dance Center of Columbia College) Rhythmic dances ranging from conceptual pieces by CHRP’s new artist-in-residence Dani Borak to Michelle Dorrance’s thrilling blend of blues and tap round out an eclectic bill. September 21-23
4 Blackbird’s Ventriloquy (Links Hall) Molly Shanahan/Mad Shak continues her investigation of movement norms and the exchange between audience and performer in this fresh iteration of her ongoing “Blackbird” project. September 22-30
5 Visceral Dance (North Shore Center for the Performing Arts) Visceral’s fifth season features new works by artistic director Nick Pupillo and Princess Grace Choreography Fellowship recipient Danielle Agami. September 16
Dance Top 5: April 2019 Chicago dance month is packed with performances from companies near and far.
Dance Top 5: February 2019 Dance and performance beat the February blues with festivals and performance that range from multidisciplinary to classical.
Dance Top 5: October 2018 October dance runs the gamut from whimsical to profound, narrative to abstract, in styles and genres to suit every taste.
