JAM Session: Chicago Style Stepping

Set to the toe-tapping sounds of jazz, soul and R&B, Chicago style stepping comes to the Ford with the help of LA Steppers Connection. Learn the synchronized steps of this smooth style rooted in traditional dance movements of swing dancing, jitterbug and the bop.

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. JAM Sessions are participatory while also centered on movement and music. All JAMs are FREE. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

DANCE. PLAY. GET UP AND JAM!

Sing, dance, play and experience something unexpected! This interactive series invites participants of all skill levels to release their inner artist with samba, tap dance, ukulele, Bollywood, son jarocho and much more. These FREE events are participatory and centered around movement and music. All ages are welcome.

JAM Sessions are a program of the Ford Theatre Foundation with support provided by The James Irvine Foundation.

JAM Sessions also take place at public sites throughout Los Angeles County.

OTHER JAM LOCATIONS
NEWHALL   SAN FERNANDO    MARINA DEL REY

JAM SESSIONS ARTIST ROSTER

The Ford Theatres JAM Sessions Artist Roster is a list of Los Angeles County artists experienced in facilitating public arts engagement activities. The roster includes artists who have experience leading engagement activities to intergenerational participants. They have facilitated multiple JAM Sessions in locations including the Ford, community centers, public parks and schools.

JAM SESSIONS ARTIST ROSTER