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DCASE is excited to announce a new series of
Professional Development workshops and events. The program aims to support Chicago's creative community and connect emerging artists to the City of Chicago's most visible festivals, events and cultural programming.
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Professional Development Workshops and Events
All events are FREE and do not require advanced registration, unless otherwise noted
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May 24: 6-9pm, May 25: 4-11pm, May 26: 12-2pm
Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St. and Millennium Park, 201 E. Randolph St.
Workshops and panels related to the artistry, business, and culture of house music, the musical form born in Chicago that has gone on to revolutionize dance music internationally.
For more information including the complete schedule, visit chicagohousemusicfestival.us.
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Monday, June 4, 6-8pm
Chicago Cultural Center, Claudia Cassidy Theater, 78 E. Washington St.
In partnership with Donda's House, the
Chicago Blues Festival will showcase young hip-hop artists performing original blues material for a chance to perform at the Chicago Blues Festival.
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Arts Educator Opportunities
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Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am-12:30pm, 2 groups per day - maximum 30 students in each group
Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.
DCASE is now offering a free guided Exhibition Exploration especially for Elementary and High School groups.
Delve into current exhibitions and explore the Chicago Cultural Center, Learning Lab and Millennium Park! Register Online. Please note in the comment section whether you are interested in an Exhibition Exploration or Building Tour.
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Calls For Arts Organizations and Businesses
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DCASE produces Chicago's largest free festivals including Taste of Chicago, Chicago Blues Festival and Chicago Jazz Festival plus a variety of other festivals and events throughout the year. Our goal is to engage companies, agencies and other partners to add value to the City's events while bringing brands directly to local consumers to increase brand awareness, generate valuable press exposure, drive traffic and sales, and build customer loyalty. To learn more about partnership opportunities, visit www.chicagopartnerships.com or email at [email protected]
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Accepted for programs occurring in 2018
Mayor Rahm Emanuel and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) have designated 2018 as the "Year of Creative Youth", a citywide initiative to celebrate Chicago youth in the arts and the mentors who inspire them. The new Year of Creative Youth website includes resources and event highlights from across Chicago's youth arts community. Youth arts organizations are invited to submit youth performances, events or opportunities occurring in Chicago for the website or other channels. Submit your content for consideration today at cityofchicago.org/yocy!
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Lead Sponsor:
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Application Deadline is June 1, 2018
Known for its artistic creativity, the Chicago Jazz Festival showcases FREE live performances by Chicago's vast jazz talent alongside national and international artists. The Art Fair will take place Friday, August 31, thru Sunday, September 2, in Millennium Park's Wrigley Square - from 11am to 9:30pm (this is an outdoor event and will take place rain or shine). Application and guideline information can be found at chicagojazzfestival.us.
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Job & Student Intern Opportunities
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Come be a part of the DCASE team and help enrich Chicago's artistic vitality and cultural vibrancy. We're currently seeking to fill the following positions:
- Program Director - Cultural Affairs, Performing Arts (Job Number: 305835, ends 6/11/18) Number of Openings: 1
- Program Director - Cultural Affairs, Production (Job Number: 306554, ends 6/11/18) Number of Openings: 1
- Student Intern - Facilities (Job Number: 0404-DCASE-2018-2A, ends 5/29/18) Number of Openings: 2
- Student Intern - Marketing (Job Number: 0404-DCASE-2018-4A, ends 5/29/18) Number of Openings: 3
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