If it’s dance and makes noise, it’s fair game to the Chicago Human Rhythm Project (CHRP).
Rising from the traditional Argentinian Gauchos, Malambo is a compelling dance form that is yet to be seen in North America – until now. Employing echoes of more familiar Argentinian forms such as the leg flicks seen in tango and foot percussion of flamenco, Malambo is traditionally a machismo dance form for the solo man. Choreographer Gilles Brinas has imagined a theatrical version for an entire pack of dudes accompanied by percussion instruments, voice, and guitar.
Che Malambo (Brinas and his dudes) is joined by local companies Mexican Dance Ensemble (Nov 8) and Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater (Nov 9) for this year’s installment of CHRP’s annual Global Rhythms project. In addition to celebrating percussive arts from around the world, the Global Rhythms project selects causes (lots of them), and donates 50% of ticket revenue to registered 501(c)3 organizations. Dubbed the Thanks4Giving Project, patrons can also save 10% on ticket prices by using purchase codes for their favorite sponsored organizations (who will still get a 50% cut). You can easily get your hands on the codes just by following @chicagotap on Twitter or following the #Thanks4Giving hashtag!
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Chicago Human Rhythm Projects Presents: Global Rhythms 9 (Featuring Che Malambo) November 8 and 9, 8pm, at the Athenaeum Theatre (2936 N. Southport). Tickets are $15-47, including a $2 Athenaeum Restoration Fee, available by calling 773-935-6875 or visiting web.ovationtix.com/