Prototype and Tanya begin hosting weekly popping sessions at The Puzzle Box, creating one of the first consistent spaces in Chicago dedicated to funk styles.

Shadow Puppetz officially forms, expanding to include its first additional members.

The first edition of Out of the Shadows is announced, signaling an ambitious new platform for popping in Chicago.

Out of the Shadows is postponed due to the pandemic. Sessions move outdoors, leading to a surge of new dancers and deeper community connection during an isolating time.

Shadow Puppetz hosts its first guest workshop with Tea-Buggz, marking the beginning of its educational programming.

Nightmare on Rockwell St. debuts, drawing dancers from across the U.S. and laying the groundwork for larger style-specific events.

Out of the Shadows Vol. I is announced for May 2022.