A Giordano show is always a multi-layered display of art and entertainment, not so much defying barriers and boundaries as transcending them.
AOTPR.COM
When the curtain falls and the evening ends, there are a lot of grateful, happily satisfied customers
Time Out Chicago
Giordano gave me confidence.
Adriana
4th Grade GDC outreach student
JAZZ DANCE WORLD CONGRESS
JAZZ DANCE WORLD CONGRESS
JAZZ DANCE WORLD CONGRESS
America's Original Jazz Dance Company
CHICAGO WORKSHOP
Experience the passion, excitement, and joy of Giordano Dance Chicago during our week-long summer workshop in downtown Chicago, June 10-15, 2024!
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Step into an environment where hard work, camaraderie, dedication, and mastery of multiple dance forms shape you into what GDC’s founder, Gus Giordano, referred to as, “the total dancer.” Challenge yourself in classes taught and designed by Artistic Director Nan Giordano, the GDC Artistic Team, and current company members to strengthen your technical skills in multiple dance genres, a trademark of all Giordano dancers.
THE DETAILS
Three Tracks
- Teen Track (ages 12-17)
- College/Pre-Pro Track (ages 18+)
- Teacher Track
Teen & College/Pre-Pro Tracks are considered for:
- Light Award (ages 12-17)
- College Mentorship Program (Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors)
- Giordano II (College Seniors & Pre-Pro)
Daily classes for all tracks
- Monday to Friday, June 10-14, 8:30a-3:00p
- Saturday, June 15 9:00a-12:00p
*times subject to change
Ballet
Broadway Jazz
Floor Barre
GDC Repertoire
Giordano Jazz
Hip Hop
Jazz Funk
Latin Jazz
West African
PLUS MORE!
CLASS OFFERINGS
CLASS
LOCATIONS
218 S. Wabash Avenue Chicago
430 S. Michigan Avenue
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The Giordano Workshop is not a function of Roosevelt University
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Roni Koresh
Ray Leeper
Ray Mercer
Mia Michaels
Cesar G. Salinas
CHOREOGRAPHERS
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Joshua Blake Carter
Peter Chu
Brock Clawson
Marinda Davis
Ron De Jesus
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Randy Duncan
Autumn Eckman
Gus Giordano
Nan Giordano
Liz Imperio
Experience the diverse Giordano Dance Chicago Repertoire
EARLY BIRD PRICING
Price until January 31
Price until February 29
Price until March 31
Price until April 30
Price until May 31
Price until June 10 onsite
$700
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$725
$750
$775
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$800
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$825
Use code JAN24
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Use code FEB24
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Use code MAR24
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Use code APR24
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Use code MAY24
“Fostering a sense of community and non-judgment.”
Giovanni Santoro
York Community High School
“My biggest takeaway from the week is Giordano's emphasis on intention.”
Lexa Meierant
Ashley Ballet Academy for the Arts
“The Giordano dance intensive was one of the best experiences of my life.”
Jason Makoa
Hilo, Hawaii
“As a parent, when you find people who authentically care about your kid as a person and as an artist the feeling is indescribable.”
Michael McManus
Charlotte Klein Dance Centers
“WOW. What an incredible week it has been.”
Ashton Ebert
Mentorship Program, Oklahoma City University
“This experience has made me feel whole. To dance with and learn from so many incredibly talented people has been a dream.”
Zoi
Hilo, Hawaii
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.