Make a date to dance Friday afternoons this fall!
From October 24 through and including November 21, 2025, new instructors every week will lead this sampler series of a kaleidoscope of techniques, styles, and approaches. Drawn from Chicago’s wealth of dance talent, visiting artists, as well as exceptional students and alums, this series is curated by current dance major Calme Brown.
All classes take place at the Dance Center and movers at all levels are welcome.
Come dance with us!
UmFUNdalai with Ash Williams
Friday October 31, 2-3:20pm Room 200
A focus on the Umfundalai 7 that will explore the basics of the technique, sharing stories, and contexts for each movement to emphasize the importance of history and community.
Image: courtesy of Ash Williams.
Ash Williams (them/they) is a dancer and performer from Oregon. They have studied with various organizations such as Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, DanceWorks Chicago, Common Conservatory/Commemoration, The Umfundalai Community, and Open Space. They are currently working towards achieving their BA in Dance at Columbia College Chicago and on track to graduate in December 2025. After graduating, Ash plans to pursue a career with a touring dance company continuing to study various genres.
