Giordano Dance Chicago Tickets

Giordano Dance Chicago (GDC) stands as a foundational pillar of jazz dance, tracing its roots to 1963 when it began as Dance Incorporated Chicago. Over decades, under the direction of Nan Giordano, the company evolved into Giordano Jazz Dance Chicago and now proudly bears the name Giordano Dance Chicago. Known for its dynamic movement vocabulary, GDC has traveled the world, sharing a distinct fusion of technique and expression that informs both professional stages and emerging classrooms.

From the company’s landmark first jazz dance tour of the Soviet Union in 1974 to its ongoing national and international engagements, Giordano Dance Chicago remains committed to education, youth outreach, and a living repertoire that includes collaborations with renowned choreographers. The Giordano Certification Program (NGCP) ensures a standardized Giordano technique education, reinforcing the company’s mission to empower dancers of all ages through a structured, artistically rigorous path.

Stay connected with Giordano Dance Chicago across social platforms for performance updates, behind-the-scenes content, and educational resources. We’ve got you covered for upcoming performances and outreach initiatives across the U.S. and beyond.

Upcoming dates for Giordano Dance Chicago include a national tour featuring stops at venues such as RiverPark Center (Owensboro, KY), La Mirada Theatre (La Mirada), and Harold Miossi Hall at Cal Poly Arts (San Luis Obispo). The company also plans a Latvia tour and a San Francisco debut at Presidio Theatre, with performances at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts. In Chicago, the annual Dancing with the Giordano Stars fundraiser continues to grow, supporting GDC’s education and outreach initiatives. Recent seasons, including Soaring (2025) at the Harris Theater, showcased world premieres, tributes, and Gershwin-inspired works, highlighting the company’s ongoing creative vitality.

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Learn more about Nan Giordano’s leadership, the Giordano Certification Program (NGCP), and Giordano’s education initiatives that bring the company’s technique into classrooms and studios worldwide.