Engage. Empower. Expand.
Trifecta Dance Collective believes in the power of movement to connect, heal, and transform communities. Our work bridges people of all backgrounds through dance, creating spaces where stories intertwine and understanding grows.
TDC is built upon investing in four different communities where we invest
in collaboration and connection.
The Core:
Our TDC Family
The Core is the people who make Trifecta possible—our dancers, choreographers, and team behind the scenes.
We’re committed to creating a supportive environment where they can grow, collaborate, and build skills for what comes next.
In a field where resources are often limited and opportunities can be scarce, we prioritize cultivating pathways for artistic development, collaboration, and advancement.
The Core is about showing up for our people, helping them feel connected, capable, and confident in their work today, tomorrow and beyond.
The Dance Community:
The Chicago Dance Community & Beyond
Trifecta Dance Collective is committed to supporting the wider Chicago dance community which we believe is stronger when artists and organizations support one another.
Beyond our own programming, as we actively champion the artistry and contributions of the many voices that shape Chicago’s diverse dance landscape.
Through initiatives like the Trifecta Dance Festival, we nurture collaboration as community remains our north star.
We are dedicated to the ecosystem of dance by valuing the whole, not just the work happening within our own walls.
The Next Generation:
Metamorphosis,Youth Initiatives & TDC2
Trifecta Dance Collective is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of artists, not only with the young dancers of Dance & Music Academy, the foundational partner and home of TDC, but with students from studios across the country.
We encourage students to love dance for more than trophies, prioritizing creativity, curiosity, and growth. Metamorphosis was created to reinforce those values, reminding dancers that artistry, passion & personal growth is matter most.
Our commitment to Chicago Public Schools, brings dance to students who might not otherwise have access, helping the next generation grow with confidence and purpose.
Trifecta Dance Collective creates a seamless pathway from pre-professional to professional dance, with TDC2 serving as a key bridge in that transition. Through mentorship, real-world performance opportunities, and learning alongside working artists, dancers gain the skills, confidence, and clarity needed to step into the field prepared and supported.
By investing in education, mentorship, and real training experiences, we help young dancers grow with confidence and purpose—helping ensure dance continues to thrive for generations to come.
The Broader Community:
Beyond Dancers
Trifecta Dance Collective believes dance is for everyone and strive to bridge the gap between the dance world and those who may not see themselves reflected in it.
We recognize and look to honor meaningful stories that live in every corner of the neighborhoods we serve.
By position dance as a conduit for storytelling we want to deliver the message that dance belongs to everyone.
We’re here to spark conversations, celebrate local voices, and ensure that this art reaches far beyond a performance floor, resonating within the lives and histories of the people around us.