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
OCTOBER 9, 2025 | 7:00 PM | PARK WEST
A group of Chicago A-listers take the stage with a Giordano professional dancer for a shot at winning the coveted disco ball. The stakes are high with each couple performing only one dance for one chance to impress our guest judges. There are also special awards for most money raised and audience favorite.
Tickets include a 4-hour open bar and light fare. Support your favorite Star and stay to dance the night away!
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​​​EMCEE:
LISA FELDING, ANCHOR/REPORTER WBBM NEWSRADIO
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JUDGES:
AL BLACKSTONE, EMMY-WINNING CHOREOGRAPHER
CANDACE JORDAN, CRAIN'S CHICAGO BUSINESS; CHICAGO STAR MEDIA
COREY MCPHERRIN, FORMER FOX32 NEWS & SPORTS ANCHOR
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Education has always been a central mission of GDC. Learning life skills through dance promises a bright future for our youth. Because of your support, we continue to bring unique experiences that enrich the lives of thousands of elementary, high school, and college students each year.​
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FUNDRAISING SUPPORTS OUR AMAZING PROGRAMS THROUGH OUR YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION FUND
Jazz Dance/Science & Health (JD/SH): Since 2006, at no-cost to under-resourced Chicago Public Schools, GDC Company dancers have taught state-mandated curricula for nutrition, health, and science through dance-centric classroom activities in the 7-week JD/SH program.
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Residencies: Giordano Dance Chicago enriches students' dance education through our residency programs, leaving a positive, lasting impact in the communities we serve. GDC has created exceptional partnerships with numerous presenters, public schools, colleges and universities both nationally and internationally.
Free Ticket Program: Giordano Dance Chicago's Free Ticket Program gives 800 performance tickets to students and families from social service agencies, the JD/SH program, and other community partner organizations each year.
Scholarships: Youth Scholarships, NGCP® Certification Scholarships, College Mentorship Scholarships
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