Giordano Dance Chicago Youth Arts Education Programs

Giordano Dance Chicago Youth Arts Education Programs includes Jazz/Science & Health, Giordano Experience, College Mentorship, Free Ticket, Dance Residencies, Light Award, Choreography Project, Scholarships, Internships, and Master Classes. The Giordano Experience includes a master class, a showcase, and a Q&A with Nan Giordano and GDC dancers. College Mentorship pairs young dancers with a GDC company member, and mentees perform a GDC repertoire piece at the Summer Intensive.

Programs

• Jazz/Science & Health
• Giordano Experience — Immersive jazz dance experience featuring master class, showcase, and Q&A with Nan Giordano and the GDC dancers.
• College Mentorship — Pairs young dancers with a GDC company member for guidance, support, and professional insight; mentees also perform a GDC repertoire piece at the Summer Intensive.
• Free Ticket — Community-access program making the arts accessible to all people no matter their socioeconomic status.
• Dance Residencies — Residency program featuring master class, original choreography, and Q&A, built on partnerships with high schools, universities, and presenters worldwide.
• Light Award — Honors a young dancer who embodies the spirit and artistry of a Giordano dancer and supports their growth.
• Choreography Project — GDC company members partner with local high school dance programs, providing original choreography and artistic collaboration.
• Scholarships — Scholarships to support and inspire young dancers through Summer Intensive Scholarship, College Mentorship Program Scholarship, and Light Award.
• Internships — Internships in an engaging and educational work environment.
• Master Classes — Learn from Nan Giordano and members of GDC; focuses on the Giordano Technique.

About the provider

Giordano Dance Chicago is committed to Youth Arts Education at home and on tour through mentorships, scholarships, and free Chicago Public Schools and park programs. The program mission says GDC creates and presents innovative jazz dance choreography, brings jazz dance to audiences and students of all ages and from all backgrounds, and is dedicated to preserving and promoting the Giordano Technique.

What families say

“Giordano gave me confidence.” — Adriana4th Grade GDC outreach student

Last updated November 8, 2026.