Since its inception in 1999, Luna Negra Dance Theater has established itself as a significant and vital component of Chicago’s arts and cultural community. Founded by Cuban-born dancer and choreographer Eduardo Vilaro, Luna Negra celebrates the richness and diversity of Latino culture through the creation of works by contemporary Latino choreographers and through intensive, hands-on education programs that encourage discovery and exploration of personal and community identity. Steering away from stereotypes and folkloric representations, the company performs works of contemporary Latino dance with energy, power, and passion.
Under the leadership of award-winning artistic director Gustavo Ramírez Sansano, Luna Negra Dance Theater has risen to the forefront of American contemporary dance. The company has commissioned and presented works by acclaimed Latino choreographers such Alejandro Cervera (Argentina), Michelle Manzanales (Mexico), Fernando Melo (Brazil), Annabelle Lopez Ochoa (Colombia), Gustavo Ramírez Sansano (Spain), and Eduardo Vilaro (Cuba).
Luna Negra also collaborates with artists from other disciplines to create richly textured and highly original works of contemporary dance theater. Recent collaborations have resulted in exceptional projects with renowned artists and organizations, including jazz legend Paquito D’Rivera, Peruvian singer Susana Baca, the Turtle Island Quartet, Chicago Sinfonietta, Grant Park Music Festival, Ravinia Festival, and Tiempo Libre.
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