First Draft 2026

Join us for FIRST DRAFT 2026!


Participating artists include: Eona Carey, Robin Davis, Vernon Gooden,
Winifred Haun, TJ Morris, Regina Perry-Carr, Julia Schaeffer, Dillon Zamora, and Little Fire Artist Collective. (Complete details will be released in early January 2026.)

FIRST DRAFT: New Works by Chicago-area Dancemakers

Saturday, February 28 at 7:00pm

Sunday, March 1 at 3:00pm
Location: Ann Barzel Theater at Visceral Dance Center, 3121 N. Rockwell, Chicago

Tickets:

$49, general admission
$78, 2 tickets ($39 each)
$140, 4 tickets ($35 each)
$69, VIP Event, includes performance, post-show reception, and more
 

The purpose of FIRST DRAFT is to give local choreographers and dancers the opportunity to see and present their latest works in a professionally produced context. The public presentation of a nearly completed dance work is an essential step for dancemakers as they develop high quality, new work.
FIRST DRAFT also gives audiences the chance to experience new work, discover new dance artists, and witness the creation of new dances.

FIRST DRAFT 2026 will also present two popular Community events: Community Dancer Project, for community dancers ages 10 to 90, and a Master Class for Advanced dancers. Full details for these events will be available in early January.