JAZZMANIA

  • Gus Giordano is the “Godfather of Jazz Dance” - you learn his signature technique plus choreography from master teachers known worldwide!

  • Classes include Gus Giordano Jazz, Gus Giordano Rep, Contemporary Jazz, Jazz Funk, Musical Theater, Commercial Jazz, Heels

  • Master Faculty - Broadway Performers, Artistic Directors, Commercial Dancers, University Professors, and more give you individual feedback

  • Work with master choreographers and perform pieces in various styles in GUS’ JAZZMANIA | July 23, 2027

  • Watch Video of GUS’ JAZZMANIA

JAZZMANIA
July 19 - 23, 2027

Jazz dancer performing a pose wearing beige character shoes, black dance outfit with a keyhole back, and a black hat, against a white background.

Audition Required | Scholarships Awarded

᠅ Dancers Age 10 to 28
᠅ Submit Your Reel or Audition 1/30/27
᠅ Auditions Open Winter 2026

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“GUS is a top-notch training facility for dancers of all ages PLUS it’s a family, and a legacy.”
— Jazzmania Dancer
“You will want to come back to GUS every summer!”
— Jazzmania Dancer
A female dancer balancing on one leg with arms raised, wearing a black outfit with beige jazz shoes, against a plain white background.

JAZZMANIA
July 7 - 23, 2027

  • GUS® | 5230 N Clark Street | Chicago
    GUS® is located in Andersonville, a lovely neighborhood, 20 minutes from downtown Chicago, 10 minutes from Wrigley Field, and six blocks away from stunning Lake Michigan.

    Places to Eat
    Starbucks, Sweetgreen, Jimmy Johns, Jeni’s Ice Cream, Taco Bell, Kilwin’s Fudge, Potbelly’s, Lost Larson Bakery, Colectivo Coffee, Mormor’s Cafe, Ranalli’s Pizza, Lady Gregory’s, Pizza Lobo, Big Jones 

    Nearby Shops
    Buffalo Exchange, Dearborn Denim, Paper & Pencil, Ray Gun, Galleria, Chicatolia, Enjoy, Andersonville Antiques & many more

    Click here for more

    • Required attire for classes, photoshoot, and performance is purchased by dancer

    • All attire is yours to keep

    • GUS® emails link to order required attire early June

  • GUS’ JAZZMANIA

    • Friday, July 23 | 7:00pm

    • Nicholas Senn Theater | 5900 N Glenwood | Chicago

    • 100% ticket proceeds benefit Gus Legacy Foundation and Jayden Perkins Memorial Scholarships

    • Click here for more information on Gus Legacy Foundation and Jayden Perkins Memorial Scholarships

    • Watch Video of GUS’ JAZZMANIA

    • Housing costs are sole responsibility of dancer

    • Accepted dancers receive contact info for all dancers accepted into program Spring 2027 to arrange roommates

    • GUS® recommends rooming with others - save money and form new friendships

    • GUS® advises dancers on best areas to live & how to commute to GUS® | GUS® conveniently located by train and bus routes

    • Housing Options: Links to housing accommodations and discount codes for GUS® dancers for hotels in the area: Click Here

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