First-ever Joffrey Ballet retrospective, compiled in New York, leaves the Chicago chapter up to us
Curator Julia Foulkes culled the show from the New York Public Library's Jerome Robbins Dance Division, which holds the Joffrey’s archives.
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The Nostalgic Impresario
Irma Suárez Ruiz programs a night of Ensemble Español’s greatest hits.
Review: Joffrey Ballet’s ‘Carmen’ will stir your soul and break your heart
If we needed any reminder that the Joffrey has established itself as one of the best ballet companies in the country, look no further than this danced interpretation of Georges...
In Chicago Performs at the MCA, choreographers explore memory, grief and what gets left behind
Red Clay Dance, Robyn Mineko Williams and Helen Lee each premiere works in the four-day festival.
Dance for fall 2025: With our top 10, a toast to those who carry on
The landscape is ripe for something new to take hold. It will, but a glance at the fall calendar reveals many veteran artists and companies asserting, “We’re not done yet.”
Dance for Life Remains a Family Affair
The performance's longtime choreographer had to step back (for now) for health reasons, but he had a trusted friend step in.
Review: ‘Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland’ is Joffrey Ballet’s wacky and wonderful season closer
Choreographer Christopher Wheeldon's creation is now at the Lyric Opera House, with a few scary moments amid the spectacle.
Review: BOOM CRACK! Dance’s ‘Bruta’ finds the potent potential of hip hop
This company's full-length productions are few and far between. “Bruta” feels special, but Edge Theater is perhaps a too-small venue for what it is trying to do and say.
Dance for summer 2025: Our top 10 includes ‘Superbloom’ at Botanic Gardens, tap and a super Joffrey premiere
There's also Cerqua Rivera, a weekend for emerging choreographers and the annual Dance for Life gala. Most of our selections are indoors, though you can find dance in the open...
Review: Hubbard Street Dance closes season with hopeful optimism — and Fosse
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago’s season finale coinciding with Beyoncé’s Chicago dates is perhaps just a happy accident.