Ruth Page Legacy Gala
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RAFFLE TICKETS2026 Ruth Page Legacy Gala
Guest of Honor & Ruth Page Award Recipient
Julie Burman Kaplan is a Chicago-based dancer, choreographer, educator, and arts advocate whose career has profoundly shaped the city's dance landscape. After early recognition for her artistic achievement at the University of Colorado, Julie joined Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, performing nationally and internationally while teaching at the Lou Conte Dance Studio. She later founded River North Dance Studio and co-founded River North Dance Chicago, helping establish a vibrant force in contemporary dance in Chicago.
Since 1993, she has been a beloved adult jazz instructor at Ruth Page School of Dance, known for her musicality, warmth, and community-building. Her leadership extends to service on the Chicago Dance Health Fund Board of Directors and the Dance for Life Artistic Committee, reflecting her lifelong devotion to movement, mentorship, and the Chicago dance community.
You're Invited!
Join Ruth Page Center for an evening of fun, artistry, community, and celebration at the
Ruth Page Legacy Gala, May 8, 2026.
The celebration will include:
Dazzling dance performances in the Ruth Page Theater
Ruth Page Award presentation
Trolley transport to the Chicago History Museum
Passed hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, dinner, and dessert
Exclusive access to 2 Chicago History Museum exhibits
Complimentary car valet
Sip, mingle, and dance your way through the evening with the smooth sounds of the Daryl Materre Quartet
and the irresistible beats of DJ Lady D!
6:00-7:00 PM | Gala Performances & Ruth Page Award Presentation
Ruth Page Center for the Arts
Ruth Page Theater
1016 N Dearborn St Chicago, IL
Trolley transport to the Chicago History Museum
7:30-10:30 PM | Dinner, Cocktails & Celebration
Chicago History Museum
Robinson Gallery
1601 N Clark St Chicago, IL
Donate Now
This year marks the building's Centennial Anniversary!
Since 1926, this historic space has been a neighborhood stronghold, whether as the Independent Order of Foresters Temple, or as a Moose Lodge with a bowling alley, or in its current form, as a vibrant arts center with a 218-seat performance space, classic dance studios, and office spaces for nonprofit arts organizations. For 100 years, 1016 North Dearborn Street has been a hub for connection and community.
Give today to preserve this treasure!
