Jacob’s Pillow is excited to host Dutch choreographer Didy Veldman, a prominent figure in the European contemporary dance scene. Her London-based company Umanoove makes their U.S. debut with The Happiness Project, an intricate, physical, and theatrical full-length work for four dancers, made in collaboration with celebrated violinist/composer Alexander Balanescu, who performs live. The Happiness Project … Continued
Creating 147 original works over the course of his career, Paul Taylor is remembered for dances that capture life’s joys and tackle some of society’s most complex issues. Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival 2019 will be Paul Taylor Dance Company’s 18th Pillow appearance with special initiatives to mark the passing of their founder. As part of … Continued
Shaina Schwartz is the tap dance soloist for Duke Ellington’s remarkable Sacred Concerts being performed in two local churches, Bethel A.M.E. Church and Roxbury Presbyterian Church. These performances feature choirs from local churches including People’s Baptist Church, Bethel A.M.E. Church, and Roxbury Presbyterian Church, as well as featured soloists Christina DeVaughn, Dr. Debora Jackson, Jonathan … Continued
8:pm-8:45—Tuning Moving Meditations led by Helena Froehlich musical accompaniment by Stan Strickland 8:45-9:45—Live music by Stan Strickland 9:45-11:00—DJ’d Music by Rose Ward Come and Dance, Tuning to the music of your heart! In a perpetual dance, your energy flows within and around your body responding to your moves, emotions and thoughts. Choose what you are … Continued
$22-30, see BDA account for discount code! Peter DiMuro/Public Displays of Motion (PDM) brings intimate dance performance to the stage in “Significant Others: Dances for Family, Friends and Lovers”. The programs, taking place at The Calderwood Pavilion at BCA South End Campus/Martin Hall, share dance and performance works that look back on dances made from … Continued
Midday Movement Series is thrilled to announce Midnight Movement Masquerade (aka Midday Prom). This informal formal party is a chance for folks who love dance in Boston to come together in celebration with free food, music, fanciness, silliness, and dancing of all sorts! All are welcome!
As part of SomerVision2040, City staff is organizing a forum for local artists to let us know their concerns and ideas about how the City can better support our arts and creative economy. Ten years ago our community brought together our biggest and best ideas to write SomerVision2030, the City’s comprehensive plan for 2010-2030, and … Continued
Emergency Meet for Climate Justice Performances Panel Public discussion Open to all
On the evening of June 19, join the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, for Juneteenth—the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. In partnership with The Urban Labs, the night includes thoughtful discussion, powerful art and engaging activities featuring artists from Boston’s local creative community. This commemoration story dates … Continued
The 11th Annual DWC Festival will take place on Saturday, June 8, 2019 and is a free, daylong, indoor/outdoor event in Harvard Square and will feature dance performances of all kinds on five stages, introductory dance classes in a wide variety of dance forms and booths hosted by local advocacy non-profits. The Festival is set … Continued