CHICAGO WORKSHOP
CHICAGO WORKSHOP DETAILS JUNE 14-19
Step into an environment where hard work, camaraderie, dedication, and mastery of multiple dance forms shape you into what Gus Giordano called ‘the total dancer.’ Challenge yourself in classes taught and designed by Nan Giordano and the GDC staff to strengthen your technical skills in multiple dance genres…a trademark of all Giordano dancers.
Each day is filled with classes and exciting dance industry topics. Surround yourself with the energy and beauty of the Giordano Artistic Team and company. Enjoy the
evenings in our beautiful city, take an architectural river boat tour, visit Navy Pier, and dine at world-class restaurants.
Classes will include Giordano Dance Chicago Repertoire, Ballet, Homer Bryant Floor Barre, Contemporary, Giordano Technique, Musical Theater, Jazz Funk, Hip Hop, Men's Class, plus more!
On the final day, all the tracks come together for an exciting and intimate informal performance which includes the college mentee awardees and teen Light Award winner.
CLASS TRACKS
PRICING SCHEDULE
(EARLY BIRD PRICING BEGINS IN JANUARY)
ACCOMMODATIONS
Below are listed accommodations within walking distance of GDC Workshop classes.
BEST WESTERN GRANT PARK
1100 South Michigan Avenue
TO BOOK: visit www.bwgrantparkhotel.com use group code Y49WP0E8
Call 312.922.2900 mention Giordano Dance
HI CHICAGO HOSTEL
24 East Congress Parkway
TO BOOK: visit www.hichicago.org use group code GDCW19
TRAVELODGE HOTEL DOWNTOWN CHICAGO
65 East Harrison Street
Call 800.578.7878
CLASS
LOCATIONS
3rd Floor
218 S. Wabash Avenue, Chicago
4th Floor
Katten-Landau Studio
425 S. Wabash Avenue, Chicago
The Giordano Workshop is not a function of Roosevelt University.
DRESS
CODE
Clean, elegant presentation allows our faculty to observe and correct posture and alignment of students.
• CLOTHING: Tights,
jazz pants, or biker shorts with leotard (black preferred). NO "booty shorts."
• HAIR: pony tail or bun
• Jazz shoes, Ballet shoes, Ballroom heels
• Yoga Mat
SPONSOR A SCHOLARSHIP
Throughout the year, Nan Giordano and the GDC team interact with aspiring dancers through Giordano Experiences, Master Classes, Residencies, and more. Full workshop scholarships are given to dancers who stand out with exceptional technique and professional promise. GDC takes pride in cultivating the talent of passionate individuals, and we hope you'll take pride in bringing these dancers to Chicago to train with us.
MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
LIGHT AWARD
I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work with the impeccable Giordano Dance Chicago and getting to grow and learn from their talent was such an irreplaceable experience.
Ryan Trotman
Mentorship Program Recipient, Point Park University
So incredibly thankful to be included in a room with such high energy, inspiration, passion, definition, and most importantly love GDC has helped me realize the depth of dance and changed my perspective! Although this company shines a light on jazz dance, I feel as though it helped me grow in every style and even as a person. I'm so proud to have experienced training "from the soul" as Nan Giordano always says! The people I worked with are so unbelievably talented and they will continue to inspire me. I couldn't ask for a better way to build up to my career in the future.
Jeneneen Alsamsam
Teen Workshop Attendee
A week I will forever hold in my heart! Always love my time spent with Giordano Dance Chicago.
Nick Rice
Professional Track, NGCP Basic Level Certified, Johnston Dance Academy
What a blessing and wonderful meeting! Thank you very much Nan Giordano and Giordano Dance Chicago for your kindness. YOU ARE THE BEST!!”
Marcia Leite
NGCP Certified Teacher Basic - Professional Levels (2019), Company Dance Center, Brasil
Please note Giordano Dance Chicago, the Giordano Legacy Fund, and the Nan Giordano Certification Program® are in no way affiliated with the
Gus Giordano Dance School in Andersonville or the Gus Giordano Jazz Legacy Foundation.