Pre Professional Program

  • Pre Professional Program prepares you for future college programs and professional jobs in any field

  • Train in all dance styles including Gus Giordano Jazz, Gus Giordano Rep, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Ballet, Modern, Jazz Funk, Musical Theater, Heels, Commercial Jazz, and more.

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

  • Work with master choreographers and perform 5+ pieces in various styles in GUS’ JAZZMANIA | July 23, 2027

  • Watch Video of GUS’ JAZZMANIA

Pre Professional Program
July 7 - 23, 2027

A dancer in black athletic wear performing a pose with one arm raised and the other extended sideways, against a white background.

Audition Required | Scholarships Awarded

᠅ High School & Junior High School Program
᠅ Age 12 to 18
᠅ Submit Your Reel or Audition 1/30/27
᠅ Auditions Open Winter 2026

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“We couldn’t be happier that our daughter discovered GUS®. They teach dance at a very high level, while maintaining strong values and a wonderful sense of good sportsmanship. It’s truly wonderful to see our daughter dancing her heart out each day. The teachers at GUS® have absolutely gone above and beyond and created a learning environment that brings so much joy to my daughter. I am blown away”
— Parent of Pre Pro Dancer Age 16
A dancer in black leggings and a white crop top performs a standing split pose, holding her right foot with her right hand and extending her left arm straight out to the side, standing on her left foot against a plain white background.

Pre Professional Program
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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