Gus Giordano not only launched his own popular, Evanston-based troupe, but he's one of the originators of the stylistic innovation now known worldwide as jazz dance.
The venerable dancer, teacher, choreographer and author -- a gigantic figure in Chicago's dance community for more than half a century -- died early Sunday after a lengthy illness. He was 84.
Giordano's many accomplishments include the beginning of the Jazz Dance World Congress, an international convention that regularly brings together troupes from all over the world. The former Broadway, TV and film performer received multiple awards over his long career, including an Emmy for his 1980 special “The Rehearsal."
The venerable dancer, teacher, choreographer and author -- a gigantic figure in Chicago's dance community for more than half a century -- died early Sunday after a lengthy illness. He was 84.
Giordano's many accomplishments include the beginning of the Jazz Dance World Congress, an international convention that regularly brings together troupes from all over the world. The former Broadway, TV and film performer received multiple awards over his long career, including an Emmy for his 1980 special “The Rehearsal."
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