Support CGDT by making a donation today Your support of $250 and up will be tax deductible. Check with the IRS for more information…
Read MoreCGDT is working on their 10th year Anniversary season. Beginning with a performance in their new home in Rowland Heights, CGDT will continue devising works…
Read MoreExecutive Artistic Director
Chard is a dance artist, educator and advocate. He received his BFA in Dance Performance at SUNY Purchase and his MA in Dance Studies at Laban Centre London. After a two-decade career as a professional dancer, he founded Chard Gonzalez Dance Theatre in New Orleans where he was inspired by the spontaneity and authenticity of the artist community. Since its founding in 2009, CGDT has performed throughout Louisiana and in Houston, San Francisco and New York City. Upon bringing the company to Los Angeles, the company continues to create provocative experiences that enrich, enliven, and entertain audiences of all ages.
Thank you for being patient while CGDT is on hiatus. In the meantime, find out what Chard has been up to… 1) redeveloping a dance studio, 2) connecting with…
Read More
Chard began transition from studio principal to studio owner in February 2018. Since that time CGDT has had one performance of EYE CANDY at Pieter Performance Space in May….
Read More
The audition for “Eye Candy” at Pieter Performance Space last Friday was amazing! I was truly grateful to witness this talented group of artists as they brought some major…
Read More
Audition Tip #1️⃣️ Relax. The more relaxed you are, the more fun you will have. If you do your homework, you’ll know what’s expected during the audition. And no…
Read More
