“Visceral Dance Chicago breathes life into the Chicago arts community with their ability to intertwine complex human emotions with the raw beauty of dance and physical movement.”
-Chicago Stage Standard
VISCERAL DANCE CHICAGO
Visceral Dance Chicago has been captivating audiences and connecting artists since 2013. Celebrating its twelfth season, Visceral Dance stands as a nationally and internationally recognized force in contemporary dance. Founded and directed by Artistic Director Nick Pupillo, the company embodies his bold vision to explore the limitless possibilities of contemporary movement and showcase leading emerging, established, and innovative choreographers. Visceral Dance is acclaimed for its exceptional technical skill, diversity, versatility, and daring athleticism.
Praised for its accessible programming, Visceral Dance presents dynamic performances that resonate with a broad spectrum of viewers. In Chicago, Visceral Dance performs over 25 times annually and provides educational programs, broadening its reach and ensuring that dance and art are accessible to all communities.
Our Mission: To Connect and Transform
Our mission is to create work that is both meaningful and powerful, work that challenges us and unites us in a transformative experience. Visceral Dance constantly strives for a deeper focus of intent that propels contemporary dance forward. The focus extends beyond the flawless execution of technique to exploring the authentic and genuine essence of humanity through each dancer. We deeply value forging personal connections with our audiences, choreographers, and fellow artists with whom we share the stage.
“Such an astounding ability to communicate the inner-workings of the human soul…It is a rare gift to be able to speak to and command an entire room without physically saying a word and for that Visceral Dance Chicago should be commended.”
-SPLASH MAGAZINE
Commitment to Inclusion and Equity
Visceral Dance is dedicated to inclusion and equity, recognizing that diversity is essential to building a strong, united, thriving, and creative organization. This commitment is reflected in the integrated and collaborative spirit of our music, choreographers, dancers, and staff, representing all ethnicities, identities, cultures, and perspectives. Through the arts, Visceral aims to dismantle barriers and foster allyship, awareness, respect, and appreciation for all voices, particularly those marginalized or silenced by societal norms.
Visceral Values:
- Representing and respecting all communities.
- Ensuring all voices are heard, valued, and recognized.
- Promoting inclusivity through the arts, recognizing Dance as a potent source of expression and a reflective, interactive tool for fostering healing, compassion, and collaboration; representing everyone regardless of identity, age, gender, race, physicality, or ethnicity.
