Joel Hall Dancers & Center

🌟 NEW LEADERSHIP FOR JOEL HALL DANCERS & CENTER 🌟 We are thrilled to announce the confirmation of William Gill as Artistic Director and Joseph Pindelski as Executive Director of Joel Hall Dancers & Center! 🎉 Co-Founder Joel Hall shares, “I feel that my company and my legacy are in the hands of a strong team.” Under their interim leadership, we've celebrated our 50th Anniversary, secured a new home studio with Black Ensemble Theater, and re-established our First Company. William says, “It is such an honor and privilege to continue the legacy of Joel Hall while implementing new ideas through my voice.” Joseph adds, “This has been a period of tremendous and exciting challenges, proving our resilience as a company”. Come and visit William and Joseph in our new home in Uptown! Join us in celebrating this new chapter for JHDC! 💙 #JoelHallDancers #NewLeadership #DanceChicago #LegacyInMotion

From the joy on her kids' faces to the diversity of dance styles, board member Leah O’Riordan is reminded of the power of inclusivity in the arts. Would you like to support the transformative power of dance? Make a gift of any size today and have a tremendous impact. Or learn about ways you can volunteer...and even become a JHDC board member! Get involved through our website. As we continue to grow in our new home, we remain committed to creating accessible, welcoming experiences for all—whether you're a seasoned dancer or someone experiencing the beauty of movement for the first time. 💙🌟 Get empowered through dance! #JoelHallDancers #InclusiveDance #CommunityArts #DanceForAll #ChicagoDance #JHDCJourney #DanceWithUs #TransformingLivesThroughDance

We had so much fun dancing with you at Melissa’s free Urban Jazz Dance Class, that we want to keep the good times rolling! We have a handful of free dance opportunities coming up in October and November, so mark your calendar! 📍October 25th - Thriller Class 6:30 - 7:30 and a Flash Mob to follow, taught by Melissa Metro at 4511 N. Clark Street. 📍November 4th - Election Mindfulness Yoga from 6:00 - 7:00 pm, taught by Mekeba Malik. Come relax and take your mind off the election with yoga! 📍November 11th - Free dance for veterans all day. All veterans need to do is provide proof of their status. Email classes@joelhall.org for more information. All of the above classes are free, but a $15 donation supports the people who do the WERKQ. View our whole list of classes and reserve your spot for our free classes here - https://lnkd.in/gaAJ3MKB #joelhalldancersandcenter #freeclasses #chicagodance

✨ It's time to DANCE! ✨ Merrick’s Intermediate Graham technique class is moving from online to in-person, and is OPEN for registration! Join Merrick on Wednesdays at 3:15 p.m. for Graham based technique, strength, and flexibility training designed for all skill levels. Learn from the best, challenge yourself, and be part of Chicago's vibrant dance community. 📅 Classes fill up fast, so reserve your spot today and let your dance journey begin with JHDC! - https://lnkd.in/gq_7XX9W #JoelHallDancers #DanceClassesChicago #ChicagoDance #WinterSession #DanceTraining #RegisterNow

Get ready for a THRILLING class with the one and only, Melissa Metro! Join us Friday, October 25th from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at our new studio space for a free Thriller class with a flash mob to follow. This class is perfect Halloween fun for the whole family! Please register through our link below to secure your spot and tell us you’re coming!  https://lnkd.in/gYNKfXV5 This is a FREE ages 6+ class. A $15 donation helps support JHDC - but no one will be turned away. Donations can be made via this link https://lnkd.in/gGy_WqCk #JHDC #Thriller #FlashMob #FreeClass #Halloween #HalloweenDance #SpookyDance #ThrillerDance

At Joel Hall Dancers & Center, we celebrate self-expression—on and off the dance floor. 🌈💃 This National Coming Out Day, we honor the courage it takes to live your truth and dance with pride. October 11th is dedicated to raising awareness of the LGBTQ+ community, celebrating individuals who come out as part of the community, and promoting a culture of openness and acceptance. Join us in the studio as we continue moving with love, inclusivity, and strength. ❤️ Link to classes:https://lnkd.in/gq_7XX9W #NationalComingOutDay #OutAndProud #JoelHallDancers

We know that dance is not only a physical outlet but also a path to mental and emotional well-being. 🧠💃 This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we're shining a light on how movement can help reduce stress, boost mood, and promote mindfulness. For 50 years we’ve prioritized mental health, both on and off the dance floor, and we’re not turning away now. 💚 Check out our NEW class schedule starting next week to see where you can add movement into your week! https://lnkd.in/gq_7XX9W #MentalHealthMatters #DanceForWellness #JoelHallDancers 

We're adding SEVEN new classes next week - a perfect way to stay on your leg with us this Fall. Join Joel Hall, William, and our beloved JHDC teachers in the studio, online, or at a partner location. More classes will be added in November - but get to WERKQ today! Visit joelhall.org to learn more.

We are excited to share that Joel Hall will be teaching a modern/jazz class on October 27th as part of Dance Africa’s 2024 Conference, as well as the Joel Hall Dancers will be performing in Dance Africa October 26th. Celebrating 52 Years of preserving and perpetuating the African aesthetic and its influence on world cultures, through the education and professional presentation of dance, music and folklore. You can secure tickets to this performance at https://lnkd.in/gE6jQfSM Muntu Dance Theatre #JoelHallDancers #ChicagoDance #DanceCommunity #DanceWithPurpose #DanceEducation #ModernDance #ChicagoArts #DanceTraining #DanceCulture #SupportTheArts #DanceLegacy #DanceLife #Choreography #MovementArt #BlackExcellence

Let's honor LGBTQIA+ History Month by celebrating the progress made and recognizing the work still ahead. 🌈 Here's a powerful message about the importance of ongoing advocacy and pride in our daily lives from Joel Hall. “We happily celebrate LGBTQIA+ History Month in October but more importantly, we celebrate all year long! Because of our community’s hard-fought efforts in the field of civil rights, Craig and I joyfully and openly celebrate our marriage on a daily basis. Those efforts have also provided us the opportunity to work successfully as openly gay, married men within our respective careers. That said, we encourage others to be vigilant in regard to preserving and expanding our efforts in the area of civil rights. There are those who are actively working to take them away. We encourage each of you to celebrate LGBTQIA+ History Month now and in your everyday lives by sharing your pride with family, friends and colleagues! Know your history!” - Joel Hall #LGBTQIA+HistoryMonth #OutAndProud #JoelHallDancers