Dance for Life is an inspiring event that merges talent and philanthropy into one spectacular evening. It brings together the best Chicago dance companies and all proceeds go toward the Chicago Dance Health Fund; a resource which provides financial assistance to professional dancers in their time of need, including covering medical expenses. It is one of the many ways our vibrant dance community joins forces to care for its own.

As dance enthusiasts entered the Auditorium Theatre this year, one could immediately feel the infectious joy that carried through the evening with each performance. The joy and support from the audience radiated to the dancers who in turn delivered a magical evening filled with grace, beauty, precision, and undeniable talent.

This infectious energy carried on to the after party at Venue SIX10. It’s a sophisticated affair with an impeccable ambiance thanks to the decor executed by Kehoe Designs and Black Oak Technical Productions with lead caterer J&L Catering. It also included beverages by Breakthru Beverage and table settings by Tablescapes.

See the full program here.

Below you will find a photo along with information for upcoming shows by the dance companies that participated in this year’s Dance for Life.

Deeply Rooted Dance Theater

Next Performance: TBD

Giordano Dance Chicago

Next Performance: Chicago Live at Navy Pier

Spring Home Season Performance – April 2-3, 2027 – Harris Theater

The Joffrey Ballet

Next Performance: Liliom – September 17-27 at the Lyric Opera

Chicago Dance Crash

Next Performance: The Keeper of the Floor at Navy Pier

Ensemble Espanol Spanish Dance Theatre

Next Performance: Chicago Live at Navy Pier

Ballet 5:8

Next Performance: Women on Fire at the Harris Theatre – April 17, 2027

Visceral Dance Chicago

Next Performance: Chicago Live at Navy Pier

Trinity Irish Dance Company

Next Performance: Chicago Live at Navy Pier

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago

Next Performance: Fall Series – November 13-22 at Steppenwolf

Robyn Mineko Williams

Next Performance: To Leave You at the Three Top Lounge

Quinn Delaney