Arts Partners

The Harold Washington Cultural Center is a working home for Chicago artists. Our resident arts partners rehearse, teach, and perform here, and their classes, jams, and productions keep the building alive between our own shows. Residency at the Center is a long-term commitment between the institution and the artists who shape its stage.

Partner in Residence Since 2010

M.A.D.D. Rhythms


M.A.D.D. Rhythms (Making A Difference Dancing) is a renowned Chicago tap ensemble, and it has called the Harold Washington Cultural Center home since 2010. The company was founded by Bril Barrett, an NEA National Heritage Fellow.

At the Center, M.A.D.D. Rhythms runs its Tap Academy, hosts monthly tap jams, and anchors the Chicago Tap Summit. A residency this deep shows what an arts partnership at the Center can become.

The best introduction is in person. Check the events calendar for the next tap jam, Tap Academy session, or Summit date.

See What's On Stage
M.A.D.D. Rhythms tap dancers performing at the Harold Washington Cultural Center Photo: Theon Reynolds

Endure Dance

Endure Dance (Endure Productions) was founded in 2006 by Kim Tyler. The company stages large-scale productions that move across hip-hop, modern, jazz, ballet, and tap, bringing full-company work to the Center's stage.


Move Me Soul

Move Me Soul is part of the Center's resident arts community.


GoSity Entertainment

GoSity Entertainment is part of the Center's resident arts community.


Become an Arts Partner

Chicago companies looking for a home stage, rehearsal space, and a community of working artists are invited to start a conversation with us. Tell us about your company, your work, and what a home at 47th and King Drive would make possible.

(773) 373-1900

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Photo: Theon Reynolds