Dare to Dream at Music House
What happens when young people are given space to dream big? Creativity grows. Confidence builds. The impossible starts to feel possible. Every great artistic journey begins with a dream and that belief has guided Music House for 75 years.
To celebrate our 75th anniversary as a performing arts school in Chicago, Music House is proud to present Disney’s Dare to Dream JR! Our signature, once-in-a-generation anniversary production.
This multi-disciplinary musical revue follows a group of trainees on their first day at a fictional Walt Disney Imagineering Studio. When one trainee realizes they’ve lost the ability to dream, the group is challenged to explore imagination, creativity, and collaboration together. Through beloved music spanning generations - from Coco and Encanto to Frozen II and classic Disney favorites - the show brings to life themes of teamwork, resilience, and the power of dreaming boldly.
At its core, Dare to Dream JR! is about young people stepping into a creative space, finding their voices, supporting one another, and discovering what’s possible when they work together. It is everything Music House has stood for since its founding: music, movement, theater, and collaboration woven into one shared experience.
Building Community Through Dance at Music House
Discover how Music House is making its Chicago dance program all about community and connection—starting with the Move Together Festival.
Let’s Welcome A New Dance Season Together!
Get Ready for The Best Dance Season at Music House Yet!
We’re so excited to kick off a brand-new dance season at Music House. We are looking forward to new dance classes, specialty clinics, exciting announcements about our dance production, and auditions for the Music House Dance Company! And, to celebrate the end of summer and kick off our dance season, our first-ever Move Together Festival, the 2025–2026 season is shaping up to be our best yet.
Dance Company Highlights and Auditions
We are holding an audition on Sunday, August 10th, from 4:00pm–6:00pm at our West Rogers Park studio. During this audition, students will learn choreography, participate in team-building exercises, and enjoy a fun group activity. It’s a great opportunity to connect, grow, and dance together!
Sign up today to secure your spot!
Audition fee: $15
Summer Dance Clinics
We'll be offering Dance Clinics throughout the summer, where dancers can explore new styles and strengthen their technique. Students must be 7 years old to attend.
Learn more about the dance clinics here.
$15 per dance clinic.
Move Together Festival!
In an age where connection matters more than ever, Music House will host our first Move Together Festival! Where students who are enrolled in dance classes over the summer will perform a dance piece together. They will learn this piece in their dance classes and have the opportunity to perform with other dancers. Move Together Festival! celebrates the power of movement not just to express—but to unite.
FREE - Sign Up Here!
Outdoor Movie & Dance Production Reveal Night
Grab your blankets and join us for a free family movie night! Enjoy a fun, relaxing evening under the stars with a film the whole family will love. Plus, be the first to hear the exciting reveal of our dance productions for next season.
FREE - Sign Up Here
Summer Family Dance Classes
Get the whole family moving with fun, themed dance workshops—where families dance together! No experience needed—just bring your energy and joy.
$15 per family per event.
A Reflection on Music House Dance Company’s First Competition
This past weekend, for the first time ever, Music House Dance Company competed in a dance competition, The guiDANCE Experience. Over the years, we wondered if taking our students to a dance competition aligns with our educational goals. We want to provide our young dancers with motivating and inspiring experiences and worried that a competition would not be a healthy emotional experience. But, our Dance Company students wanted to compete! So, we searched for a competition that shared our values and prepared our students for the competition world.
The guiDANCE Experience exceeded our expectations. The atmosphere at the competition was filled with kindness and encouragement and it was a beautiful reminder of the power of positivity and support in the dance world. As dancers from studios across Chicago lined up to perform, they wished each other luck. When one group exited the stage, other competitors congratulated them and celebrated their performance. It was heartwarming to witness.
Considering this was our first competition, we went in for the experience and did not expect to win anything—we simply came to do our best.
Spring 2025 Recital Details
The date for our upcoming spring recital, "When I Grow Up," is fast approaching! We want to take a moment to remind you of a few important details regarding the rehearsal and recital. Please review the information below to ensure you're fully prepared.
Early Childhood Classes at Music House!
At Music House, we believe that it’s never too early to nurture a love for the performing arts. Our early childhood classes are thoughtfully designed to introduce young learners to the magical worlds of music, dance, and theater. With engaging, play-based activities led by experienced educators, students explore the arts in a warm and supportive environment. These classes provide the perfect foundation for developing essential skills like listening, self expression, coordination, and teamwork—while inspiring confidence and sparking joy.
Whether your little one is just starting to explore the arts or is communicating a strong interest in singing, dancing, acting, or instruments, Music House is a great place to stART.
Tap Into Something Brilliant for Your Child, and Yourself!
Tap dance is a beautiful art form where the dancer is also a musician. As an American art form with African roots, Tap is an important cultural study. Tap engages both sides of the brain simultaneously, improving cognitive function. Tap dancing can improve cardiovascular health and strengthen muscles. At Music House, we love and value Tap. We even feature Tap in our original, spectacular, and non-secular version of The Nutcracker.
Nutcracker Auditions
We are thrilled to announce that our Winter 2025 production will be The Nutcracker and The Magic Carousel! We would like to invite all of our dancers to participate in this secular Music House version of The Nutcracker.
Paddington’s Chicago Adventure Photos
We are excited to announce that the photos from our Paddington Dance Production have arrived! You can view and download the photos for free.
Paddington’s Chicago Adventure Photos:
