Inaugural MIDWEST robot & animation dance EXPERIENCE
Devil’s in the details
September 20 - 21, 2025
FEATURED ARTISTS
REGISTRATION
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Both spectators and competitors must purchase either General Admission or VIP tickets. General Admission is $40 and includes standing room and floor seating. VIP tickets are $75 and includes reserved seating. VIP tickets have limited availability on a first come, first serve basis. You can purchase your tickets here.
If you are competing in the 1v1 battle, proceed to Step 2 for registration. If you are not competing, but would like to attend the workshops, proceed to Step 3.
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If you are competing in the 1v1 battle, please pre-register here.
Registration is required to check in for prelims. We strongly encourage pre-registering to save time at the door.
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Tickets for workshops will be available for sale soon.
Schedule
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
Location: The Sanctuary, Epiphany Center for the Arts, 201 S Ashland Ave
Doors Open: 2 PM
Prelims Start: 3 PM
Main Event Start: 5 PM
SUNDAY, September 21
Location: The Puzzle Box, 3360 N Elston Ave
Workshops: 12 - 6 PM
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Devil’s in the Details is Chicago’s first festival dedicated to the art of robot and animation dance—styles born from Black street performance traditions and shaped by the technology of their time. This two-day event blends dance battles, workshops, live music, and technology demonstrations to celebrate the deep creativity, cultural legacy, and evolution of these styles.
From busking-inspired showcases to a concept-driven battle, Devil’s in the Details offers a one-of-a-kind platform for dancers to explore, innovate, and share their craft. Your support helps us preserve the roots of robot and animation, invest in artist development, and make this cultural experience accessible to more people.
Help us build the future by donating today.