July 5th, 11th, 18th, 24th, 26th, & 27th Definition’s annual Amplify New Play Festival (ANPF) is a community celebration encompassing film screenings of this year’s Amplify finalists, introductory artist workshops, […]
Flashback to 1979, when singer and composer Donny Hathaway was a soul music icon, known for R&B hits and his duets with Roberta Flack. This mesmerizing one-man show immerses us […]
Kids (Ages 7-12) 2p.m. - 3p.m. Pre-professional (Ages 13-17) 3:30p.m. - 5p.m at CMDC Hiplet™ was created by Artistic Director Homer Hans Bryant & evolved from the "Rap Ballet" of […]
Join First Company Member Moo Vang in a fantastic fusion of Joel Hall Jazz and Belly Dance.
Chicago’s Soul: The Words and Music of Gwendolyn Brooks and Curtis Mayfield weaves together the words and music of two of Chicago’s greatest treasures: Pulitzer Prize winning poet Gwendolyn Brooks […]
Kemetic/Egyptian Dance with Khalidah Kali Experience The Thrill and Beauty of Isolated Hip and Torso Movements From Upper and Lower Egypt While Dancing to Authentic Egyptian Music! Teens & Adults […]
Our annual Film Festival and Summit brings together industry professionals, providing an immersive experience for audiences. From thought-provoking panels to film showcases, we aim to celebrate the power of storytelling […]
Dates: Aug 15th, 16th, 17th, 22nd, 23rd, & 24th Perceptions Theatre’s BIPOC Play Festival was created in 2021 to offer local playwrights of color a platform to share their stories. […]
West African Dance with Andrea Vinson Teens & Adults 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
West African Dance Masterclass with Sekou Conde from Muntu Dance Theatre. The event will be held on August 17th from 10 am - 12 pm.
African Roots of Flamenco Explore Flaminco's African Roots Through Rhythm, Movement, Palmas, Body Percussion, and Drumming. Teens & Adults 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
