The city of Chicago is the third largest city in the U.S is thus a very wealthy city. The cost of living is very high in the city especially in area like the Loop, where most of the business, cultural and civic institutions are primarily located. The area is home to The Goodman Theatre.

However, if you want to relocate to the city, there are many housing options available for you which are not as expensive as the area near the Loop. Apartments near the famous neighbourhood of Lakeview and Lincoln Park can be rented at $800 - $1200 per month. Besides, the apartments near to the University of Chicago are also available at high rates.

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Joffrey Ballet is a famous ballet performing company in Chicago, IL which has excellent artists and ballet dancers. These artists present famous ballet performances of Cinderella and fusion of the contemporary and the classic.

The Joffrey Ballet also hosts free tours of the state of art facility, the Academy of Dance. Their artistic member also offers free short lecture on how the Joffrey Ballet is preparing for the next program.

Free dance classes are conducted in Academy of Dance which is the official school of Joffrey Ballet on Fridays.

http://www.joffrey.com/index.asp