Hubbard Street Dance Chicago

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago is a world-renowned contemporary dance company that has been at the forefront of American dance for 48 seasons. Beyond their exceptional performances, the organization offers comprehensive dance education and community programs designed to make dance accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds, and ability levels throughout Chicago and beyond.

The Education & Community division provides a variety of programs including school residencies that bring professional dance instruction directly into Chicago-area schools, offering students the opportunity to learn from world-class dancers and choreographers. These residencies can be conducted in-person or accessed through their robust online curriculum and resources available through “The Hub,” which provides free lessons and activities for families, students, and teachers.

Hubbard Street’s acclaimed Summer Intensives program offers aspiring dancers ages 12 and up intensive training experiences including the Teen CREATE Intensive, Teen REP Intensive, CREATE Intensive, and EXPLORE Intensive. These programs provide pre-professional training alongside elite artists, pushing participants to excel outside their comfort zones. The organization also offers “Dance On!” – a unique intensive program specifically designed for adult dance practitioners age 26 and older, recognizing that continuing education in dance should be available to non-professional-track dancers.

Special community programs include the Parkinson’s Project, which uses dance as a therapeutic tool for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease, and Unboxed, a curriculum series that makes dance education accessible to diverse learners. The organization also offers the Fellows Program for emerging dance educators and the “Unboxed” online platform with free curriculum resources.

Hubbard Street’s commitment to accessibility extends to their performance ticketing, with options starting at $23, and their presence throughout Chicago communities. The company tours nationally and internationally, bringing Chicago’s dance excellence to audiences worldwide. With rehearsal studios located at Water Tower Place on Michigan Avenue and performances at venues like the Harris Theater for Music and Dance and Steppenwolf Theatre, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago continues to inspire, educate, and transform lives through the power of dance.