elevate: Chicago’s Artists START Here
The Academy’s Annual All-School Showcase
Get ready to celebrate a spectacular evening of bold creativity and next-level talent at the historic Studebaker Theatre, downtown Chicago. Our all-school showcase, ELEVATE features performances and exhibitions from our six art departments, dance, media arts, music, musical theatre, theatre, and visual arts.
ELEVATE is not just a show – it’s a celebration of creativity, courage, and community.
April 17 at 7:00pm
Select matinee performances for middle schools around the Chicago area will also take place. For information, contact Sarah Grant at sgrant@chicagoartsacademy.org
See work from Each Department
Dance
Media Arts
Music
Musical Theatre
Theatre
Visual Arts
Support The Show
text ELEVATE26 to 53-555
And support the show ASAP!
Tier 1
$50
Ticket to the Event
Popular
Tier 2
$200
supporter
package
text to donate!
**Includes ticket to pre-show reception & premium seating
Tier 3
$500
benefactor
package
**Includes ticket to pre-show reception, premium seating, & special live shout-out during show
RAFFLE PRIZE
Win a song-writing session with Academy alum, Justin Tranter
Experience an exclusive songwriting session with Academy Alum Justin Tranter (Musical Theatre ‘98) on April 18.
There is no limit to the number of raffle tickets you may purchase - the more tickets you purchase, the better odds of winning! Must be present at ELEVATE to win.
Justin Tranter has written hit songs for some of today’s biggest stars, including “Sorry” (Justin Bieber), “Believer” (Imagine Dragons), “Cake by the Ocean” (DNCE), “Good for You” (Selena Gomez), and “Good Luck, Babe!” (Chappell Roan).