Gala! JUBALEE

The Gala! JUBALEE will honor Bruce Bradley, Buster Cooper, Jorge Perez, and Mark Howard for their LIFETIME CONTRIBUTIONS to ARTS EDUCATION and PERFORMANCE.

Our goal is to raise $500,000 to expand and operate CHRP’s community cultural center, the Mayfair Arts Center and our many programs for children, teens, adults and elders.

Flow:

• 5:30 p.m.: Cocktail Reception & Buffet
• 7:00 PM: Gala Performances & JUBA!
• 8:30 PM: Award Presentations

VIP Dessert Tickets: $1000, $500, $250

Sponsorships: $25,000, $15,000, $10,000, $5000 and $2,500

Gala! JUBALEE takes place during Rhythm World 36, Chicago’s International Festival of American Tap, August 4–9, 2026. This dynamic week of programming includes courses, masterclasses, choreographic residencies (Platforms), and four incredible performances with many of the best teaching and performing artists in the world.