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Internships » The Arts

Examples:

Community TV Network

Community TV Network (CTVN) is a non-profit organization that empowers Chicago youth with training in video and multimedia production. Through CTVN’s programs, young people become inspired to speak from their own unique points of view and promote dialogue on community solutions.www.ctvnetwork.org

Deeply Rooted Productions

Based in the rich traditions of the African-American aesthetic, Deeply Rooted Productions (DRP) creates world class dance theater reflecting the vital essence of humanity while building grassroots connections that stimulate public engagement and community evolvement.www.deeplyrootedproductions.org

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago

The mission of the main company of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago is to be America’s leading contemporary dance company, presenting eclectic, innovative and razor-sharp repertoire; promoting appreciation for contemporary dance; and contributing to the evolution of the art form.www.hubbardstreetdance.com

Little Black Pearl

The mission of Little Black Pearl is to create opportunities for youth and adults to deepen their creative involvement through the arts, cultivate their entrepreneurial skills and use the arts as a means for economic empowerment and community transformation.www.blackpearl.org

National Museum of Mexican Art

The mission of the National Museum of Mexican Art (NMMA) is to stimulate and preserve knowledge and appreciation of Mexican culture through sponsoring events and exhibitions that exemplify the rich variety of visual and performing arts in the Mexican culture; to develop, preserve, and conserve a significant permanent collection of Mexican art; to encourage the professional development of Mexican artists; and to offer arts education programs.www.nationalmuseumofmexicanart.org

 Victory Gardens Theater

Victory Gardens Theater is a not for profit, Tony Award recipient, dedicated to playwrights and their works. Emphasis is placed on the development of an ethnically and culturally diverse community of artists in support of the playwright.www.victorygardens.org

Woman Made Art Gallery

Woman Made Gallery (WMG) supports, cultivates and promotes the diverse contributions of women in the arts through exhibitions and other programs that serve, educate and enrich the community.womanmade.org