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South Chicago Dance Theatre Seeks “New Horizons” In Seventh Season Vocalo Radio
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On April 27, the South Chicago Dance Theatre leapt into its seventh season at the Auditorium Theatre. Founded by Kia Smith in 2017, the dance company has performed on stages across the globe. Their 2024 performance, titled “New Horizons,” included six works by five outsourced choreographers, and one by Smith herself. The company centers on concert dance, a culmination of styles including ballet and Afro-jazz intentionally created for the stage. Before the performance, founder and executive artistic director Kia Smith sat down with Vocalo host Nudia Hernandez to discuss the company’s roots and what audiences can expect from their performance.
This interview was edited and produced by Nudia Hernandez. To stay up to date with the South Chicago Dance Theatre, follow them on Instagram @southchicagodancetheatre
On April 27, the South Chicago Dance Theatre leapt into its seventh season at the Auditorium Theatre. Founded by Kia Smith in 2017, the dance company has performed on stages across the globe. Their 2024 performance, titled “New Horizons,” included six works by five outsourced choreographers, and one by Smith herself. The company centers on concert dance, a culmination of styles including ballet and Afro-jazz intentionally created for the stage. Before the performance, founder and executive artistic director Kia Smith sat down with Vocalo host Nudia Hernandez to discuss the company’s roots and what audiences can expect from their performance.
This interview was edited and produced by Nudia Hernandez. To stay up to date with the South Chicago Dance Theatre, follow them on Instagram @southchicagodancetheatre
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