Praize Productions Inc, NFP

Praize Productions Inc, NFP PPI is a not-for-profit, 501(c)3, organization housed on the South Side of Chicago.

PPI is comprised of three platforms: PPI’s Performing Arts Academy; RIZE Pro-Elite professional dance company and RIZE Youth Company; and our outreach programs. Praize Productions, Inc., (PPI) is a not-for-profit, 501(c)3, organization housed on the South Side of Chicago. We create high-quality arts programming that is accessible to our underserved communities in Chicago. Our unique approach to artistry is holistic in style for we wish to develop the full artist by infusing both social and educational approaches rooted in social consciousness. Our organization and professional dance company have been awarded with both a Black Theater Alliance Award and eight Black Excellence Awards from the African-American Arts Alliance of Chicago. PPI is known for its thought-provoking, one-of-a-kind theatrical productions, which have won countless awards and reached sold-out audiences across Chicago. PPI was founded in 2010 and continues to bring professional arts-based programming and events that amplify the voices and narratives of Black artists and communities via professional platforms, while purposefully maintaining the richness of community connectedness. PPI's MISSION

Our mission is to provide arts education and opportunities to youth and adults through a holistic approach that allows participants to excel in the arts and in their everyday lives. PPI's VISION

Praize Productions, Inc., NFP provides professional exposure and experiences in the arts along with additional support that encourages and provides guidance to participants, while creating a positive impact and building our communities.

10/14/2026

💜✨ CELEBRATING OUR VERY OWN! ✨💜

Please join us in congratulating our very own CEO & Founder of Praize Productions, Inc., Enneréssa LaNette Davis, on being named the 2026 Community & Culture Impact Award Recipient at the WHY NOT HER Women’s Conference! 🎉👏🏾

Through her passion for the arts, dedication to youth development, and commitment to uplifting the community, Enneréssa continues to create spaces where youth and adult artists can grow, thrive, and discover their purpose.

Her vision and leadership continue to make a lasting impact throughout Chicago and beyond, and we are so proud to see her work recognized! 💜

✨ WHY NOT HER CONFERENCE
📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM
🎟️ Ticket Deadline: October 16

Come celebrate Enneréssa and the other phenomenal women making a difference in their communities!

🎟️ Get your tickets here:
https://bit.ly/4zKEsMU

A special thank you to and for recognizing and celebrating the impact of our founder!

💜 Congratulations, Enneréssa! Your PPI family is so proud of you!

09/23/2026

Praize Productions Inc, NFP (PPI)
has been recognized for our work by the
Girls Opportunity Alliance, a
program of the Obama Foundation, and will
receive funding and organizational support to reach
even more girls in Chicago! 💜
✨

Together, we will empower girls
on Chicago’s South Side
through high-quality dance
education, mentorship,
leadership development, and
creative opportunities that build
confidence, strengthen self-
expression, and provide a safe
space for girls to discover their
voices and realize their
potential.

At PPI, we believe that the arts
can be a powerful pathway to
confidence, leadership, and
lasting change. Girls are
powerful agents for change,
and we are proud to collaborate
with the Girls Opportunity
Alliance to expand our impact
and create even more
opportunities for the next
generation of young women.

To learn more about our project
and support our work, visit:
https://www.gofundme.org/projects/praize-productions-inc-2/




09/21/2026

💜A National Gratitude Day Message from Our
Founder & CEO

On National Gratitude Day, my heart is filled with
appreciation for every person who has helped
make Praize Productions, Inc. what it is today.

For 16 seasons, PPI has been blessed with an
incredible village: our dancers, families, alumni,
instructors, staff, board members, volunteers,
donors, community partners, and supporters.
Each of you has poured your time, talent, trust,
and love into this organization, and I am deeply
grateful.

What began as a vision has grown into a home
where young people are encouraged to discover
their voices, develop their gifts, and RIZE into the
people they were created to become. None of this
would be possible without our community
believing in the mission and walking alongside us.

Thank you for every class attended, every
performance celebrated, every donation made,
every encouraging word shared, and every
moment you chose to support PPI. Your love
continues to strengthen our work and inspire our
future.

As we embark upon Season 16, I remain grateful for
how far we have come and excited for
everything still ahead. Thank you for being part of
our story and helping us continue A Holistic
Approach to Artistry.

With love and gratitude,
Enneréssa LaNette Davis
Founder & CEO
Praize Productions, Inc. 💜🧡


💜🧡 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🧡💜Celebrate National Dance Day with Praize Productions, Inc. and experience a full day of dance ...
09/18/2026

💜🧡 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🧡💜

Celebrate National Dance Day with Praize Productions, Inc. and experience a full day of dance for only $20!

Our Saturday schedule includes:
✨ Tap
✨ Modern
✨ Tumbling
✨ Leaps & Turns
✨ Hip-Hop
✨ Mini Academy for our youngest dancers

Try multiple dance styles, meet our amazing instructors, connect with the PPI community, and discover your new dance home!

All experience levels are welcome. Bring a friend, bring your energy, and come ready to move!

📅 Tomorrow, Sat., 9/19
🎟️ Full-day experience: $20
📍 Praize Productions, Inc.
⚠️ You must register in advance to participate!
🔗 Register online: https://praizeproductions.com/registration/

One day. Multiple styles. One unforgettable PPI experience!

💜🧡 CELEBRATE NATIONAL DANCE DAY WITH PPI! Spend National Dance Day with us this Saturday and experience a full day of mo...
09/16/2026

💜🧡 CELEBRATE NATIONAL DANCE DAY WITH PPI!

Spend National Dance Day with us this Saturday and experience a full day of movement, creativity, and community for only $20!

Our Saturday schedule includes:
✨ Tap
✨ Modern
✨ Tumbling
✨ Leaps & Turns
✨ Hip-Hop
✨ Mini Academy for our youngest dancers

Whether you’re looking for a new dance home, want to try a different style, or simply love to dance, this is the perfect opportunity to experience everything PPI has to offer!

Meet our instructors, connect with other dancers, explore multiple styles, and discover what makes the PPI community so special. All experience levels are welcome; bring your energy, invite a friend, and come ready to dance!

📅 This Saturday, 9/19
🎟️ Full-day experience: $20
📍 Praize Productions, Inc.

⚠️ You must register in advance to participate!
🔗 Register online: https://praizeproductions.com/registration/

One day. Multiple styles. One amazing PPI experience!

09/15/2026

🔥 TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🔥

Join us for the first class in PPI’s new Monthly Adult Dance Series!

We’re kicking things off with an energetic Jazz Dance Class led by Ms. Genesis . Come ready to move, learn, connect, and have a great time!

📅 Tomorrow—Wednesday, September 16
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 PPI Studios: 4622 S. King Dr.
💲15

*Free for RIZE Pro members

All experience levels are welcome. Register online or come ready to sign up in person. Bring a friend and meet us on the dance floor! 💜🧡

🔗 Register today: https://praizeproductions.com/registration/

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💜🧡 Welcome back, PPI dancers! 🎉Season 16 is here, and we are so excited to welcome our dancers back into the studio! Get...
09/14/2026

💜🧡 Welcome back, PPI dancers! 🎉

Season 16 is here, and we are so excited to welcome our dancers back into the studio! Get ready for another incredible season filled with growth, creativity, discipline, community, and unforgettable moments.

Whether you are returning to the PPI family or joining us for the first time, we cannot wait to move, learn, and create with you. Let’s make Season 16 our best season yet!

There’s still time to register! Don’t miss your opportunity to join the PPI family and dance with us this season.

📅 Classes begin TODAY, September 14
📍 Praize Productions, Inc.
🔗 Register today: praizeproductions.com/registration/

🏠🔥 INTRODUCING PPI’S MONTHLY ADULT DANCE SERIES!We’re bringing you one exciting adult dance class every month, featuring...
09/10/2026

🏠🔥 INTRODUCING PPI’S MONTHLY ADULT DANCE SERIES!

We’re bringing you one exciting adult dance class every month, featuring talented instructors, great music, and a welcoming space to move, connect, and have fun!
We’re kicking off the series with an Adult Jazz Dance Class led by Ms. !

📅 Wednesday, September 16
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Praize Productions, Inc.: 4622 S. King Dr., Chicago, IL
💲15

Whether you’re an experienced dancer or simply ready to try something new, this class is for you! Learn the foundations of house dance, build your confidence, and enjoy an energetic evening of movement.

💻 Register online at praizeproductions.com/registration

🎉 Or come to our Homecoming + Open House on Saturday, September 12, from 12–3 PM to register in person!

Bring a friend and meet us on the dance floor!

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WHO’S INVITED TO PPI HOMECOMING?💜 PPI alumni🧡 Current students and families💜 Community members🧡 Future PPI families💜 Fri...
09/10/2026

WHO’S INVITED TO PPI HOMECOMING?

💜 PPI alumni
🧡 Current students and families
💜 Community members
🧡 Future PPI families
💜 Friends, neighbors, and supporters
In other words, YOU’RE INVITED!

You do not need to be a current PPI student to attend. Come meet our village, enjoy live performances, and discover how you can become part of the PPI community.

Don't forget your lawn chair and blankets!

📅 Saturday, September 12 | 12–3 PM
📍 The South Side Sanctuary | 4701 S. King Drive
🎟️ FREE and open to the public

Register: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ppi-homecoming-kickoff--2026

09/09/2026

✨ Find Your Strength. Move With Intention.

Modern dance challenges dancers to be strong, expressive, and fearless. At Praize Productions, our Modern program encourages dancers to explore dynamic movement, refine their technique, and grow as confident artists.

As part of our PRAIZE Around Chicago series, we’re featuring RIZE Youth Company alum dancer Zaria Williams, whose performance reflects the strength, artistry, and emotion that define our Modern dance program.

🗓 Saturdays
🩰 Modern I/II: 11:00 AM–12:15 PM
🩰 Modern II/III: 12:15 PM–1:30 PM

Classes begin September 14th!

Led by Ms. Kaylah and Ms. Shanna, each class blends technical training with creativity, helping dancers discover the power of movement and storytelling.

📍 Praize Productions Performing Arts Academy
4622 S. King Dr., Chicago

🎥 Featured Location: The South Side Sanctuary, one of PPI’s valued community partners in the heart of Bronzeville.

💜 Whether you’re new to Modern or ready to advance your training, there’s a place for you at PPI.

🩰 2026–2027 Registration is NOW OPEN!

Register today at praizeproductions.com/registration

Address

4622 S. King Drive
Chicago, IL
60653

Telephone

(312) 775-2046

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