SOARING: Life, Light, and Legacy
@ Harris Theater | Millennium Park
205 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
Opening Friday, April 4th, from 7:30PM - 9:30PM
“SOARING: Life, Light, and Legacy,” is a celebration of the joy of living, the brilliance of light, and the lasting impact of Nan Giordano’s 40 years at the helm of Giordano Dance Chicago and the vibrant life of her beloved son, Keenan Giordano Casey.
Filled with beauty, heart, energy and soul, the performances feature three new works: “Sana,” a full company work by Emmy Award-winning Resident Choreographer Al Blackstone, “333,” a solo by Nan Giordano and Associate Artistic Director Cesar G. Salinas created for company dancer Erina Ueda and “Soaring,” a multi-media tribute to Keenan Giordano Casey. Three works from GDC’s repertoire complete the program: “Groove, in formed” (2019), by choreographer Peter Chu, “Taal” (2001), by Nan Giordano and “Red & Black” (2024), by Ray Leeper
Performances are 7:30 p.m. 4/4 and 6 p.m. 4/5. Tickets: $27-$97
Also note: On Saturday, April 5, Giordano Dance Chicago will also host a gala celebration, “Life, Light, Legacy” honoring Nan Giordano’s legacy as well as the lives of Nan’s son, Keenan Giordano Casey and the Giordano Dance Chicago Founder Gus Giordano. Gala tickets include special seating for that evening’s 6 p.m. Harris Theater performance and a post-performance celebration at Avli on the Park (180 N. Field Blvd.) featuring a lavish buffet with open wine and beer (cash bar is available). Tickets for the gala are $333. For tickets or more information, call 312.922.1332 or visit giordanodance.org/LifeLightLegacy.
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