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Dance Chicago 2008

lakesman — Tue, 30 Sep 2008 18:23:23 -0500

An unprecedented array of international dance performances will take place when dancers and choreographers from the Moscow Ballet, South Korea’s Kim Geung Soo Ballet Company, and Istanbul Contemporary Performance join such renowned American companies as LehrerDance New York and the Houston Metropolitain Dance Company as well as local favorites including Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago, dancers of the Joffrey Ballet, Concert Dance, Inc. and the World Champion Trinity Irish Dancers during more...

Under The Influence: Jaime Mendoza

polvo — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 19:08:46 -0500

“Under the Influence” New Works by: Jaime Mendoza

Also invited artist Josue Pellot

Opening Reception August 29, 2008 from 6:00 pm 10:00 pm August 29, 2008 – September 27, 2008

Music by *DJ Oto-Matic

The exploration of the “self” is a modest one; in its normal use, it is not even quite a word, but something that makes an ordinary object pronoun into a reflexive one: “her” into “herself,” “him” into “himself” and “it” into “itself. (1)

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Design Dance's Youth Summer Camp

designdancechicago — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 10:54:50 -0500

We are excited to introduce Design Dance's first summer camp for young dancers. This week-long experience will give students the opportunity to experience a multi-faceted dance education and will focus on the core elements of the Design Dance message. Instructors will spend time educating students on proper technique and form in various styles while also introducing them to a variety of forms of dance from a choreography perspective. Each day, dancers will also be asked to create their own works of movement art using the various styles and music they've been introduced to that day. Dancers will be encouraged towards a feeling of community between themselves and their peers and grow in their understanding of respect, positive encouragement and self-expression. The camp will conclude with a showcase of the dancers' work for their friends and family. We look fo more...

Artist at Work Forums 2008

CAR_Barbara — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:12:06 -0500

Artist at Work Forums

6:00 - 7:30 PM, Chicago Cultural Center more...

Gold Coast Art Fair

Ann Fink — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 10:19:11 -0500

Throughout the three-day 51st Gold Coast Art Fair more than half a million visitors will stroll through 11 city blocks in the heart of Chicago's chic cultural neighborhood to indulge their senses in magnificent fine and functional art by more than 350 professional artists from as near as the City and as far as Israel. Visitors can watch artist Jonas Gerard paint to music, catch live sculpture demonstrations by the Fine Art Studio of Rotblatt-Amrany see other artists demonstrate their unique talents, or listen to live music ranging from acoustic rock to smooth jazz, or relax with a wine and food tastings courtesy of Chef John Caputo’s and guest chef Ted Allen ("Queer Eye for Straight Guy") Blue Frog Restaurant. In the National City Family Art Tent families can collaborate on a variety of art projects and everyone can express their creativity in Paint-A-Car tent by painting on a real car donated by Fields Auto. Admission to the Festival is free. more...

Inkbombed - Social Graffiti And Hip-Hop In The Millennium

insightarts — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 17:08:06 -0500

Inkbombed is an art exhibit by Hugostyle “STEP ONE” which explores graffiti and hip-hop's role in addressing social, racial and economic justice. Since graffiti's earliest forms, globally it has been utilized as a tool for the voiceless and oppressed to express their struggle for social change and draw awareness to issues affecting their communities. Hip-hop's roots in poor inner-city communities are undeniable. Despite the current focus on bling, fame and clubbing, graffiti and hip-hop are still valuable and effective ways to promote progressive social justice movements today. Join us at the opening of Inkbombed as we celebrate the socially conscious side of graffiti and hip-hop. The evening will feature spoken word, art, performances, music, and a panel discussion.

Performers include Segundas Productions, Army of Juan, Misha Ferguson, and Rominna Villaseñor. Also featuring Step One, Eams, Static, About, and more.
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WALKING WITH DINOSAURS - The Live Experience

Chicago — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:46:39 -0500

WALKING WITH DINOSAURS – THE LIVE EXPERIENCE MAKES ITS CHICAGO DEBUT AT THE UNITED CENTER, AUGUST 7-17

Tickets Go On Sale Friday, June 27 at Noon

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Changing Worlds 2008 Immigrant & Refugee Contributions Awards

aesmail — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 11:00:27 -0500

Changing Worlds extends an invitation to celebrate diversity in Chicago by nominating an outstanding artist or educator for the 2008 Immigrant & Refugee Contributions Award. This awards and educational series was launched in 2005 to recognize the valuable contributions immigrants, refugees and their children are making to the Chicagoland area. Join us in our efforts to promote diversity by nominating an artist or educator by August 15, 2008. For more information about Changing Wor more...