Dancenter North, 5410 Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL (2026)

After 45 historic years in Libertyville, DCN relocated in 2019 to its current home in Gurnee under the direction and ownership of Stacy Joy Keller and Geno Kett. Carrying on rich tradition, including the annual production of "The Magic of the Nutcracker", DCN has become a home away from home for countless students in the northern suburbs; providing a nurturing, body-positive, and healthy environme

nt in which to train properly. Whether a student is interested in studying recreationally or aims to pursue a career in the field of dance, one can be assured that our methods of study and our professional staff of instructors will allow a student to learn and develop in a most correct manner.

05/26/2026

Our Summer schedule is packed with options for everyone! Check out the schedule, or let us help you find the right class. 847-367-7970 / [email protected]

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05/19/2026

Join us for an in-house evening of dance, featuring DCN's Upstairs Jr Jazz Company & the students of the 2025/26 Professional Track Program.

In addition to incredible works by the company directors, we're celebrating choreography by DCN alumni! It's been amazing having these talented dancers come home to work with our current students.

Admission is free; general seating. Doors open at 6:15 pm.

12/17/2025

🌟Our favorite holiday tradition!
Performances this Thursday & Friday @ 6:30 pm
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12/15/2025

The Genesee's favorite holiday tradition returns this week! 🩰⭐

Two chances to experience The Magic of The Nutcracker, and support local dance organization Dancenter North, December 18th and 19th!

Featuring over 100 performers, elaborate sets, graceful dancers and Tchaikovsky's beautiful score, this 37th anniversary performance will delight audience members both young and old. Share the beauty of this dazzling production with the whole family.

Tickets start at $20! > https://bit.ly/NUTCRACKERWAUK25

12/09/2025

✨The Magic of the Nutcracker✨

🎁A Holiday Tradition
The largest and most lavish version of the holiday ballet in Lake County! Clara’s dream has been brought to life in a beautiful production by Dancenter North that features over 100 performers, including internationally renowned guest artists. For 37 years, “The Magic of the Nutcracker” has been Lake County’s favorite version of the classic holiday ballet.

DECEMBER 13, 14 / LIBERTYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

DECEMBER 18, 19 / GENESEE THEATRE

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12/06/2025

🚛 MOVE IN DAY!

Thank you to all the volunteers who hauled boxes, steamed costumes, laid marley, hung backdrops, organized sets & props, & more! The dancers arrive tomorrow 🤩

Libertyville High School is our home for the next 8 days. The Magic of the Nutcracker opens Saturday, 12/13.
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5410 Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL
60031

Telephone

+18473677970

Website

http://www.dancenter-north.com/

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