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TDC NEWSLETTER: Performance. Creation. Education

LAST CALL:

New Dances 2025

Choreographer Application Closes Friday


LAST CALL: The choreographer application closes Friday! Flex that muscle of courage and creativity and apply today. Information on specific dates / times, fee, perks, and more is contained in the application form. Applications must be submitted by Friday, February 28 at 12:00 pm CT. 


Thodos Dance Chicago and DanceWorks Chicago continue a shared tradition of developing choreographic talent while serving Chicago’s dance community. New Dances 2025 will be performed Wednesday, June 18; Friday, June 20; and Saturday, June 21 at The Ruth Page Center for the Arts


BONUS: New Dances 2025 performances will be offered while Dance / USA is hosting its National Conference in Chicago, creating opportunities for local artists to enjoy national exposure!


NOTE:

  • As New Dances is focused on supporting artists who have made a commitment to the Chicago community, please respect the residency requirement: Choreographer must reside in Chicago or a suburb of Chicago as of February 28, 2025.
  • There is no fee to apply.
  • Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered. 


QUESTIONS? Check out the Call for Choreographers FAQ Guide!


Photo credits:

New Dances 2024 Choreographer: Mark Gonzalez

New Dances 2024 Dancers: Samantha Anderson, Amaya Arroyo, Isaiah Cavallero, Caitlin Clark, Hannah Mu, Mia Philippon

Photo by Vin Reed

Show Your Support for

New Dances 2025 Today!

It takes a village to bring New Dances to life, and we thank you for your thoughtful consideration to invest in our shared creative future by supporting our Match Campaign for New Dances 2025.

 

Each donated dollar up to $4,000 will be matched courtesy of a generous donation from Compliance Program Management LLC, David R. Hall and Michael C. Nugent plus a cohort of passionate and generous (and anonymous) donors. Double your impact today and consider investing in our shared creative future. It takes a village to bring this very special project in Chicago to life. 

 

Checks may be made out to Thodos Dance Chicago and mailed to 1016 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610. Electronic payment may be made via our website through the "Donate Now" button below.

 

Donations received by Wednesday, June 11 will be acknowledged in the New Dances 2025 program. Thank you so very much!

Thodos Dance Chicago was founded in 1992, by Melissa Thodos, a choreographer, educator and performer for over 30 years. Our mission is to engage and enrich the community through dance creation, advocacy, education, and mentorship.



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