Center for Performing Arts

Dance into Our Legacy Season with South Chicago Dance Theatre!

“A company to watch in 2025 and beyond” - The Berkshire Eagle

Kick off The Center's 30th Anniversary season with the electrifying artistry of South Chicago Dance Theatre (SCDT), led by visionary Chicago-native and WBEZ “breakout artist” Kia S. Smith.

For one night only, experience a powerful retrospective of works that blend classical and contemporary dance with global influences—featuring “Soul Power” (Monique Haley), “On a Lark” (Stephanie Martinez), “Under the Skin” (Tsai Hsi Hung), and “IN/WITHIN” (Kia S. Smith).

Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 5:00 – 6:15 PM
Join Kia S. Smith — internationally recognized choreographer, educator, and founder of South Chicago Dance Theatre — for a masterclass designed to inspire and challenge young dancers.
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Anon(ymous) Auditions

Monday, September 15 and Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Casting versatile, high-energy performers/storytellers passionate about creating social change through art. Auditions are open to students and non-students, alumni, faculty, and staff. Previous theatre experience is not necessary.
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Celebrate 30 Years of Music at The Center!

Save 15% on our 2025-26 Music Series
From unforgettable tributes to iconic eras with CeCe Teneal, The Rat Pack, and Lizzy and The Triggermen, to highlighting the best talents from the Southland, our music series celebrates the beauty of musical legacies.
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Celebrate 30 Years of Theatre at The Center!

Save 15% on our 2025-26 Theatre Series
Dive into the world of camp with The Rocky Horror Picture Show and John Waters, enjoy the return of the holiday classic It's a Wonderful Life, and experience thought-provoking productions like Anon(ymous), Divided, and By the Way, Meet Vera Stark.
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The Center Southland Spotlight

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 2 PM
From show-stopping solos to dynamic duets, join us for this celebration of local artistry and community spirit—bringing together the best of the Southland for one unforgettable night.
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Ballet 5:8 presents La Llorona

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 2 PM
This powerful performance reframes the legend of "La Llorona" through a deeply human lens—illuminating the often-overlooked struggles of postpartum depression and maternal mental health.
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 8 PM
Feel the antici…pation! We're celebrating this classic cult rock'n'roll, science fiction, horror satire's 50th anniversary with a live shadow cast and audience partici...pation! Come in costume or just come for the fun and get ready to "Time Warp, again!"
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John Waters

Friday, October 31, 2026, at 8 pm
Waters will present a live director’s commentary and screening of his classic Serial Mom—sharing behind-the-scenes stories, real-life inspirations, and unfiltered observations along the way. Includes a post-screening Q&A.
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