Join Red Clay Dance Company for an unforgettable evening at The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project: Reclamation, a powerful celebration of Black dance in Chicago. Set against the stunning backdrop of Millennium Park’s Jay Pritzker Pavilion, this one-night-only performance brings together eight of the city’s most dynamic Black dance companies in a groundbreaking display of artistry, unity, and cultural reclamation.

Presented in partnership with The Logan Center for the Arts and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events, this event highlights the profound impact of Black dance on the cultural fabric of Chicago and beyond. Through bold choreography, live music, and a shared commitment to legacy and innovation, the performance serves as both a tribute and a call to action—honoring the past while shaping the future.

Free and open to the public

The evening kicks off with a high-energy Afro-house set by DJ Nick Nonstop, setting the tone for an electrifying night of movement and storytelling. Experience the power of Red Clay Dance Company alongside the full inaugural cohort of the Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project, including Forward Momentum Chicago, Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, Joel Hall Dancers & Center, Chicago Multicultural Dance Center, Muntu Dance Theatre, Najwa Dance Corps, and Ayodele Drum and Dance.

Be part of this momentous occasion as we take the stage in an act of artistic reclamation—preserving, protecting, and elevating Black dance in Chicago. Join us as we move, inspire, and make history together.