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Give everyone access to the arts

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Why does art matter?

Communities without public art are more disconnected with less social support networks. Audiences need art that is accessible across a wide spectrum of income and ability levels so that all members of the community can participate.

Why dance for all?

Dance is a unique part of the cultural and social fabric of our society:

it integrates physical and mental health
it builds creativity and resilience
it provides a space for people of all backgrounds to connect
it fosters a sense of belonging and reduces social isolation

Become a Monthly Donor

We regularly send short video works (anywhere from 30 sec to 5 minutes) to Synapse Arts' monthly donors- our way to thank you!

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DANCE FOR ALL AGES, IDENTITIES, AND INCOME LEVELS

Your donation will provide

Quality Dance Education

We provide affordable dance classes to children and adults at Loyola Park, Berger Park Cultural Center, Clarendon Community Center Park, and Lincoln Park Cultural Center. We are not only experienced professional artists, but also have expertise in pedagogy, accessibility and trauma-informed practices.

Quality Pro Presentations

We support the development of new artistic works by focusing on support for artists themselves. We pay artists fair wages and value process over product so that our artists can do their best work and create high quality performances.

Professional Development

Our New Works program sponsors underrepresented choreographers with a focus on supporting women, LGBTQIA+, and BIPOC artists. We connect artists with one another to share resources and develop their voices, fostering agents of change in the cultural economy of our city, nation, and world.

Uplifting the Art Community

Synapse Arts has been a staple of the Chicago artistic community for over the past 20 years. We bring free performances to accessible spaces and work to provide art that is accessible across a wide spectrum of income and ability levels so that all members of the community can participate.

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