Witty, inventive, and free from convention, the prolific choreographer Trisha Brown holds an uncontested legacy as modern dance’s “boundary-pusher” (The Wall Street Journal). The program will include a specially curated work for the Pillow’s 85th Anniversary Season featuring alumni of Trisha Brown Dance Company, among other works to be announced. With close Pillow connections dating … Continued
Newly led by former American Ballet Theatre principal dancer Julie Kent, the Washington, DC-based company presents stunning technique, impressive range, and iconic contemporary works heralding the group’s “elegant new era” (Sarah Kaufman, The Washington Post). The company makes its first appearance at the Pillow since 1980 with Jiří Kylián’s thrilling Petite Mort, Alexei Ratmansky’s spellbinding … Continued
This one-night-only performance features the über-talented dancers of The School at Jacob’s Pillow’s Musical Theatre Dance Program. Directed by Broadway’s Chet Walker, students sing and dance their hearts out with a live jazz band and special guests. This inspiring evening supports The School at Jacob’s Pillow.
Celebrated for his “rigor and intelligence” (The New Yorker), contemporary choreographer, artist and alumnus of The School at Jacob’s Pillow Jonah Bokaer brings his sleek, elegant aesthetic to the Doris Duke Theatre. Bokaer presents his newest work Rules Of The Game set to an original score by GRAMMY Award-winning artist Pharrell Williams, arranged and co-composed … Continued
Join us for an evening workshop where you will hear from Boston Dance Alliance, Fractured Atlas, and the Arts & Business Council of Boston about how fiscal sponsorship—an alternative for those who would like a simple and flexible organizational structure, but would also like to access the benefits of non-profit status—can support fundraising for your artistic … Continued
Join the company as it celebrates its seventh anniversary with an evening of riveting performances; new this year, watch the dancers perform as breathing sculptures navigating the crowd. Try your luck at the raffle and silent auctions, sample award-winning desserts, then head to the cash bar for tantalizing drinks and local brews. And of course, … Continued
Inspired by modern burlesque stars like Dita von Teese and Immodesty Blaize, and burlesque legends like Zorita or Evangeline, The Boston BeauTease decided it was time to go big! A giant set piece — like a martini glass or rocket ship — is one of the staples of the art of burlesque. In THE BIG … Continued
It’s the weekend! That means time to relax and time to enjoy some of our favorite hobbies. What better to do than to close your Saturday with a few hours of dancing! Join our monthly social dance party this Saturday and have fun connecting with the Dance Republic crowd. Have fun practicing all that you … Continued
The Esh Circus Arts Youth Performance Troupe is proud to present Cirqueling Through Time! Come for a time traveling adventure featuring acts of aerial and acrobatic anachronism and hysterical historical hijinks! Meet the stars and learn a few tricks of your own! This is an all-ages, family-friendly show. Children ages 5 and up are invited … Continued
A Queer Time and Place will showcase original work by choreographers Maggie Cee, Grant Jacoby, and J Michael Winward. The three artists draw inspiration from sources including pop culture, history, and queer theory. Audiences will be moved, provoked and entertained by the unique blend of contemporary and modern dance, physical theater, and original monologues. On … Continued