JACOB’S PILLOW D A N C E FESTIVAL 2015
“the dance center of the nation” –The New York Times
Located in beautiful Western Massachusetts, the Pillow presents extraordinary dance companies from around the world and more than 200 free performances, talks, exhibits, and events. Visitors can spend an entire day or weekend at the Festival seeing performances, visiting the Archives, enjoying free activities, taking classes, dining at the Pillow Café and Pub, or relaxing on the grounds.
PLAN YOUR VISIT Performances & Events.............. pg 4–23 Festival Experience .................. pg 24–25 Free Talks................................. pg 26–27 Free Exhibits .................................. pg 28 Special Events ............................... pg 29 For the Family ............................... pg 30
TICKETS & INFO 413.243.0745 jacobspillow.org ADDRESS 358 George Carter Road Becket, MA 01223
Onsite Dining................................. pg 33 FAQs .............................................. pg 35
Jacob’s Pillow is conveniently located only 10 minutes from the Mass Turnpike (I-90) and Lee Premium Outlets. Parking is free. You do not need a ticket to enjoy the Pillow grounds. 2
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Co.; photo Christopher Duggan. Three Acts, Two Dancers, One Radio Host; photo David Bazmore.
Jacob’s Pillow is home to America’s longest-running dance festival, a recipient of the prestigious National Medal of Arts, and a National Historic Landmark.
SPECIAL EVENT JUNE 13 & 14
THREE ACTS, TWO DANCERS, ONE RADIO HOST
Ira Glass, host of public radio’s This American Life, is joined by dancers Monica Bill Barnes and Anna Bass in a lively production that combines two unique art forms —dance and radio. Sat, June 13 8pm & Sun, June 14 2pm; $45–$75; Sat performance + reception with performers $115 3
JUNE 24–28 BALLET BC
Kirsten Wicklund of Ballet BC; photo Michael Slobodian. New York Theatre Ballet; photo Richard Termine.
From Vancouver, Canada, Artistic Director Emily Molnar and the dynamic dancers of Ballet BC combine superb classical ballet training with inventive contemporary dances by William Forsythe, Gustavo Ramírez Sansano, and Cayetano Soto. | Wed through Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2pm; $39–$75
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: Kùlú Mèlé African Dance & Drum Ensemble, African dance with urban American flair
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: Summation Dance Company, an all-female modern dance company Post-Show Q&A: NY Theatre Ballet
PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
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NEW YORK THEATRE BALLET IN
CINDERELLA
This timeless, enchanting story ballet, performed by the outstanding dancers of New York Theatre Ballet, is a delight for the entire family. | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $25–$35
$10 Youth Tickets available for every performance
FREE FAMILY CLASS
Artists from NY Theatre Ballet teach an all-ages, all-levels ballet class. Limited space, call 413.243.9919 to register. | Sun, 11am-noon
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk: Every Little Movement
4pm PillowTalk: Blake's Barn's Best: Exhibitions
6:15pm Inside/Out: Company Danzante Contemporary Dance, from Virginia
5:30pm Guided Tour
Post-Show Q&A: Ballet BC
6:15pm Inside/Out: The School at Jacob’s Pillow Ballet Program 5
JULY 1–5 DORRANCE DANCE
WITH TOSHI REAGON & BIGLOVELY
In The Blues Project, tap sensation Michelle Dorrance returns with her all-star company, soloists Derick K. Grant and Dormeshia Sumbry-Edwards, and stirring, soulful music performed live by Toshi Reagon and her band BIGLovely. | Wed through Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2pm; $39–$69
Michelle Dorrance; photo Christopher Duggan. BODYTRAFFIC; photo Guzman Rosado.
$10 Youth Tickets available for Sat & Sun matinees
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: Schoen Movement Company, original contemporary dances by Emily Schoen
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: Williams College Dance Department, a variety of step, African, and contemporary dance Post-Show Q&A: BODYTRAFFIC
PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
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WEEKEND OUT
We celebrate the Pillow’s LGBTQ connections and community with our annual Weekend Out, packed with free and ticketed performances, talks, and events, including a July 4th dance party and special Ted Shawn and his Men Dancers tour on Sunday. Schedule at jacobspillow.org
SUNDAY FILM EVENT
Born to Fly, a film about extreme daredevil choreographer Elizabeth Streb | Sun 4:30pm; $10
BODYTRAFFIC This on-the-rise ensemble from Los Angeles makes a big impression with athleticism, style, and versatility. Their program includes Dust, by Israeli choreographer Hofesh Shechter; a new dance by Victor Quijada of RUBBERBANDance Group; and The New 45, a jazzy duet by Richard Siegal. | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $35–$45
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk: Shall We Dance?
4pm PillowTalk: Kyle Froman: Dancer to Photographer
6:15pm Inside/Out: SoundMovement Dance Co., a musical blend of tap and percussive dance
5:30pm Guided Tour
Post-Show Q&A: Dorrance Dance
6:15pm Inside/Out: The School at Jacob’s Pillow Social Dances: Jazz to Hip-Hop Late Night Dance Party, free for all July 4 ticket holders
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NEDERLANDS DANS THEATER 2 The exquisite dancers of NDT2 master striking contemporary works including Sara by Sharon Eyal and Gai Behar of Israel, and Schubert and Shutters Shut, by Spanish-British choreographic duo Sol León and Paul Lightfoot. Plus I New Then by Swedish dancemaker Johan Inger, bursting with youthful exuberance and danced to songs by Van Morrison. | Wed through Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2pm; $39-$75
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: Trainor Dance, imaginative contemporary dance with interactive opportunities for the audience
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: The Union Project Dance Company, from L.A., merging emotion and athleticism Post-Show Q&A: Big Dance Theater
PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
Nederlands Dans Theater 2; photo Rahi Rezvani. Big Dance Theater; photo Julieta Cervantes.
JULY 8–12
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BIG DANCE THEATER IN
ALAN SMITHEE DIRECTED THIS PLAY: TRIPLE FEATURE Big Dance Theater is in a category all its own. Charismatic characters master an insightful blend of dance, dialogue, stage props, and music, creating new worlds of unexpected meaning through seemingly paradoxical connections. Sampling classic films and novels like Terms of Endearment and Doctor Zhivago, “revolutionary Russia and American suburbia collide, overlap, and illuminate each other “ (Exeunt Magazine). | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $25–$35
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk: Gateway to Freedom
4pm PillowTalk: Another Telepathic Thing
6:15pm Inside/Out: CONTINUUM Contemporary/ Ballet, from New York City
5:30pm Guided Tour
Post-Show Q&A: Nederlands Dans Theater 2
6:15pm Inside/Out: The School at Jacob’s Pillow Social Dances: Jazz to Hip-Hop 9
JULY 15–19 ALONZO KING
LINES BALLET Alonzo King is a ballet visionary and his company astonishes with classical elegance and bold new ideas. The program features King’s Concerto for Two Violins, Men’s Quintet, and the East Coast premiere of a collaboration with Dr. Bernie Krause, author of The Great Animal Orchestra, and composer Richard Blackford. | Wed through Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2pm; 39-$75
$10 Youth Tickets available Fri at 8pm, Sat and Sun matinees
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: New Generation Dance Company, contemporary and classic Argentine tango
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: Darrah Carr Dance, blending contemporary dance with traditional Irish step Post-Show Q&A: Monchichi
PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
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Kara Wilkes & Yujin Kim of Alonzo King LINES Ballet; photo RJ Muna. Sébastien Ramirez & Honji Wang; photo Nika Kramer.
COMPANY WANG RAMIREZ IN
MONCHICHI
Sébastien Ramirez, a Frenchman with Spanish roots, started out as a virtuosic b-boy. Honji Wang, a German woman with Korean roots, has a rich background in ballet, contemporary, and urban dance styles. In Monchichi, they question intercultural differences within relationships; marrying hip-hop, contemporary dance, and unique stage design to create a touching, theatrical production. | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $25–$45
$10 Youth Tickets available Fri at 8:15pm, Sat and Sun matinees
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk: Al Hirschfeld's Dance Lines
4pm PillowTalk: Where Women Don't Dance
6:15pm Inside/Out: Pantos Project, a contemporary company from Boston
5:30pm Guided Tour
Post-Show Q&A: Alonzo King LINES Ballet
6:15pm Inside/Out: The School at Jacob’s Pillow Contemporary Program 11
JULY 22–26 DANIIL SIMKIN'S INTENSIO In this much-anticipated dance and multimedia world premiere Daniil Simkin, an astonishing principal dancer with American Ballet Theatre, is joined by fellow stars of ABT and Céline Cassone of Les Ballets Jazz de Montréal in four premieres by innovative choreographers Alexander Ekman, Gregory Dolbashian, Jorma Elo, and Annabelle Lopez Ochoa. | A JOYCE THEATER PRODUCTION
Céline Cassone & Daniil Simkin; photo Ken Browar & Deborah Ory of NYC Dance Project. Gauthier Dance; photo Regina Brocke.
Wed through Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2pm; $39-$75
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: Jacob Jonas The Company, contemporary merges with break dance in excerpts from In a Room on Broad St.
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: Manuel Vignoulle-M/motions, a program of diverse duets Post-Show Q&A: Gauthier Dance
PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
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GAUTHIER DANCE// DANCE COMPANY THEATERHAUS STUTTGART From Stuttgart, Germany in its U.S. debut, the superb dancers of Gauthier Dance shine in original and entertaining dances. The program includes the bravura male trio PACOPEPEPLUTO by Alejandro Cerrudo, Alexander Ekman’s clever duet Two Become Three, the humorously instructive Ballet 101 by Artistic Director Eric Gauthier, and more. | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $25–$45
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk: Dancing Online
4pm PillowTalk: Mia, A Dancer's Journey
6:15pm Inside/Out: Nimble Arts, a high-flying circus arts ensemble presents excerpts from RUCKUS
5:30pm Guided Tour
Post-Show Q&A: Daniil Simkin's INTENSIO
6:15pm Inside/Out: The School at Jacob’s Pillow Contemporary Program 13
JULY 29–AUGUST 2 DANIEL ULBRICHT
& STARS OF AMERICAN BALLET Following last season’s BALLET 2014 engagement, audiences were clamoring for the return of Daniel Ulbricht and fellow dancers. He’s back—with an
all-new program, live music, and a brilliant cast of principals and soloists from New York City Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Boston Ballet, and Houston Ballet performing dances by Jerome Robbins, Justin Peck, and Johan Kobborg. | Wed through Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2pm; $45–$75
SUNDAY FILM EVENT
Ballet 422 takes you backstage with NYC Ballet and choreographer Justin Peck | Sun 4:30pm; $10
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: Visceral Dance Chicago, a contemporary company with bold and progressive repertory
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: Mettin Movement, a young company of diverse contemporary dancers
Post-Show Q&A: Jessica Lang Dance PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
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JULY 29-AUGUST 9 | TWO-WEEK RUN!
JESSICA LANG DANCE
IN
THE WANDERER
Daniel Ulbricht; photo Jamie Kraus. Laura Mead & Milan Misko of Jessica Lang Dance; photo Takao Komaru.
Prolific choreographer Jessica Lang creates a wondrous, romantic world in The Wanderer. This contemporary story ballet features sweeping choreography, imaginative set design, and beautiful dancing set to Franz Schubert’s moving song cycle, Die schöne Müllerin, performed live. | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $35–$45
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk: Preserving Balanchine on Video
4pm PillowTalk: Irina Baronova & The Ballets Russes de Monte Carlo
6:15pm Inside/Out: Post:Ballet, from San Francisco, with “decidedly daring” dances Post-Show Q&A: Stars of American Ballet
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: The School at Jacob’s Pillow Contemporary Program
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MALPASO DANCE COMPANY WITH ARTURO O'FARRILL AND THE AFRO LATIN JAZZ
ENSEMBLE
From Havana, Cuba, Malpaso delivers power, passion, and spotless technique in two new works. Under Fire is a poetic portrait by ever-popular choreographer Trey McIntyre, and Despedida by Artistic Director Osnel Delgado features dazzling live music by Grammy-winning composer Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble. | Wed through Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2pm; $39 - $75
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: Dark Circles Contemporary Dance, founded in Seoul, South Korea, a cross-cultural approach to the moving body
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: Brian Sanders' JUNK , thrilling, comedic dance-theatre Post-Show Q&A: Jessica Lang Dance
PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
Malpaso Dance Company; photo Roberto Leon. Arturo O’Farrill; photo David Katzenstein. Kana Kimura & Kirk Henning of Jessica Lang Dance; photo Takao Komaru.
AUGUST 5–9
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JULY 29-AUGUST 9 | TWO-WEEK RUN!
JESSICA LANG DANCE
IN
THE WANDERER
Details on previous page. | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $35–$45
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk: Blake's Barn's Best: Exhibitions
4pm PillowTalk: It's Happening in Havana
6:15pm Inside/Out: Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater, dance and music traditions of Spain
5:30pm Guided Tour
Post-Show Q&A: Malpaso Dance Company
6:15pm Inside/Out: The School at Jacob’s Pillow Musical Theatre Dance Program 17
AUGUST 12–16 THE SARASOTA BALLET The Sarasota Ballet is acclaimed for their vitality, versatility, and elegance. They perform Sir Frederick Ashton’s celebrated, artful trios Monotones I and Monotones II; Christopher Wheeldon’s fluid, joyous The American set to the Dvorák quartet of the same name, and a world premiere by Brazilian choreographer Ricardo Graziano. | Wed through Sat 8pm, Thurs, Sat & Sun 2pm; $45–$75
$10 Youth tickets for all matinees
LA OTRA ORILLA From Montréal, La Otra Orilla embodies a deep mastery of
powerful dancer Myriam Allard, soul-stirring vocalist Hedi Graja, and a cast of multitalented musicians present a world premiere. | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $25–$35
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: Koltun Ballet Academy, performing excerpts from Sleeping Beauty
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: Tap company SOLE Defined in Phenix Post-Show Q&A: La Otra Orilla
PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
Danielle Brown & Ricardo Rhodes of The Sarasota Ballet; photo Gene Shiavone. La Otra Orilla; photo Christopher Duggan.
traditional flamenco dance and the music of Andalusia, married with a rebellious contemporary twist. The elegant,
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FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk: Frederick Ashton Today
4pm PillowTalk: Capturing Grace
6:15pm Inside/Out: Laurie M. Taylor/Soul Movement, telling stories through dance
5:30pm Guided Tour
Post-Show Q&A: The Sarasota Ballet
6:15pm Inside/Out: The School at Jacob’s Pillow Musical Theatre Dance Program 19
AUGUST 19–23 L.A. DANCE PROJECT Benjamin Millepied, former New York City Ballet dancer, choreographer for the film Black Swan, and director of the Paris Opera Ballet, founded L.A. Dance Project. In their Pillow debut, these daring, classically trained dancers perform Murder Ballades by NYC Ballet’s Justin Peck, Millepied’s new ballet Hearts and Arrows, and the U.S. premiere of Roy Assaf’s II Acts for the Blind. | Wed through Sat 8pm, Sat 2pm; $39-$75
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: Still Motion Dance Company, combines world-class tap, contemporary dance, and theatre
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: Illstyle & Peace Productions, hip-hop dance from Philadelphia Post-Show Q&A: Liz Gerring Dance Company
PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
L.A. Dance Project; photo Christian Ganet. Liz Gerring Dance; photo Julieta Cervantes.
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LIZ GERRING DANCE COMPANY Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award winner Liz Gerring’s contemporary work, glacier, is rich with beautiful and intriguing contradictions of elegance, athleticism, serenity, and passion. The New York Times says glacier’s “ebbs and flows carry aspects of poetry and excitement.” | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $25–$35
A JAZZ HAPPENING Students of the Musical Theatre Dance program of The School at Jacob’s Pillow perform in a swinging show of dance and live music, directed by Broadway’s Chet Walker. | One night only! Sun, Aug 23, 5pm; $25–$60 Proceeds benefit The School at Jacob’s Pillow
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk Film: Benjamin Millepied: Dancing is Living
4pm PillowTalk: Award-Winning Liz Gerring
6:15pm Inside/Out: The Hell’s Kitchen Kilowatts, high energy swing dances
5:30pm Guided Tour
Post-Show Q&A: L.A. Dance Project
6:15pm Inside/Out: The School at Jacob’s Pillow Musical Theatre Dance Program 21
AUGUST 26–30 The legendary modern dance company launches its 90th Anniversary, celebrating a pioneering past and trail-blazing future. The spectacular program includes Martha Graham’s classic Embattled Garden; Echo by Greek choreographer Andonis Foniadakis; Deepak Ine by Nacho Duato, and the world premiere of AXE by the eminent choreographer Mats Ek. | Wed through Sat 8pm, Thurs, Sat & Sun 2pm; $45–$75
FREE THIS WEEK WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
6:15pm Inside/Out: Kristen Foote Dance Project in The History of Her, exploring femininity in modern dance
5:30pm Guided Tour 6:15pm Inside/Out: Nimbus Dance Works, celebrating their 10th anniversary Post-Show Q&A: MADBOOTS DANCE
PLUS Pre-Show Talks, Exhibits, Observation at The School, Special Events; pg 24–34 for details
Mariya Dashkina Maddux & Abdiel Jacobsen of Martha Graham Dance Company; photo Hibbard Nash Photography. MADBOOTS DANCE; photo Nir Arieli. Finale Photos: Edward Acker & Stefanie Motta.
MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY
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MADBOOTS DANCE Discover this young company of male dancers with fresh ideas about modern masculinity in original works that are athletic, powerful, and tender. The New York Times takes note of their “sharp, elegant movements, dark theatricality and unashamed intimacy”—this is an up-and-coming company to watch. | Wed through Sat 8:15 pm, Sat & Sun 2:15 pm; $25–$45
SUNDAY FILM EVENT
Never Stand Still, the acclaimed documentary about Jacob’s Pillow | Sun 4:30pm; $10
FESTIVAL FINALE Mark your calendar for the ultimate summer celebration! Performances, heavenly desserts, drinks, photo fun, and a major dance party with DJ BFG in the historic Bakalar Studio. | Sat, Aug 29, after the evening performances; $50-$150, includes performance
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
5pm PillowTalk: Dance as Museum Piece?
4pm PillowTalk: Rediscovering Film Treasures
6:15pm Inside/Out: Dancing Classrooms Youth Dance Company, a variety of ballroom dances
5:30pm Guided Tour
Post-Show Q&A: Martha Graham Dance Company
6:15pm Inside/Out: Steps Repertory Ensemble, a virtuosic and energetic evening 23
THE FESTIVAL EXPERIENCE These events are offered throughout the Festival. Create your own itinerary with performances, free events and exhibits, dining, dance classes, and relaxation. TICKETED PERFORMANCES feature dance companies from around the globe. Experience elegant ballet, innovative contemporary dance, virtuosic tap, and other dance styles. Wednesday through Sunday, $25–$75 INSIDE/OUT PERFORMANCES are popular with all ages. Enjoy a variety of dance forms on the outdoor Henry J. Leir Stage at the Marcia and Seymour Simon Performance Space. Wednesday through Saturday, 6:15–7pm, FREE PILLOWTALKS in Blake’s Barn offer engaging presentations by prominent choreographers, filmmakers, writers, and scholars. Friday 5–6pm and Saturday 4–5pm, FREE PRE-SHOW TALKS by Pillow Scholars provide quick introductions to ticketed performances. 30 minutes prior to every show, FREE POST-SHOW Q&AS with artists and Scholars offer lively discussions after performances. Thursday in the Doris Duke Theatre and Friday in the Ted Shawn Theatre, FREE OBSERVE DANCERS of The School at Jacob’s Pillow in classes and rehearsals as they work with world-renowned artist faculty. See onsite signs or call 413.243.0745 for details, FREE GUIDED TOURS are offered twice a week, or you can explore our National Historic Landmark grounds anytime with a self-guided tour map. Thursday and Saturday, 5:30pm; meet at the Welcome Center, FREE
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JUNE 24–AUGUST 30 THE ARCHIVES chronicle the art of dance from the early 1900s to today. Visit Blake’s Barn for books, photos, and rare videos spanning eight decades of dance. Open daily, noon to final curtain, FREE EXHIBITS feature dance photography and visual art. See pg 28 for details, FREE COMMUNITY DANCE CLASSES include morning classes in a variety of styles for all skill levels. SUNDAY CLASSES WITH FESTIVAL ARTISTS are for advanced dancers. Ages 16+ welcome at all classes. Fees and further info at jacobspillow.org; observation is FREE RELAX on our beautiful grounds, take a walk on the Wetlands Trail, read a book, or have a picnic. Grounds are open to the public every day SHOP at the Pillow Store for souvenirs, clothing, books, or gifts for the dance lover in your life. Wednesday through Friday 5pm–after curtain, Saturday noon–after evening curtain, Sunday noon–5pm, or thestore.jacobspillow.org
Photos Christopher Duggan, Christian Ganet, Jamie Kraus, Krist Pitsch, Cherylynn Tsushima, & Em Watson.
DINING OPTIONS are available to fit every taste. Treats are close at hand at the Coffee and Ice Cream Bar. Stop by the Pillow Pub for a quick sandwich and drink, or make reservations at the Pillow Café (413.243.0745) for a more formal evening. Open Wednesday through Sunday, hours on pg 33
Call 413.243.0745 with questions, or visit jacobspillow.org for artist videos and more information
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FREE PILLOWTALKS PillowTalks are entertaining and informative discussions with choreographers, writers, filmmakers, and cultural experts, moderated by Pillow Scholars. Friday 5–6pm, Saturday 4–5pm in Blake’s Barn (next to the Box Office), FREE EVERY LITTLE MOVEMENT
A key influence on Pillow founder Ted Shawn was the 19th-century French movement theorist François Delsarte, and his principles are explored here by California-based dance writer Sasha Anawalt. Fri, June 26, 5pm
BLAKE’S BARN’S BEST: EXHIBITIONS
Complementing this year’s retrospective in greater depth, exhibition videos and themes are explored by resident curator Norton Owen, sharing previouslyuntold stories, behind-the-scenes challenges, and triumphs from the past twenty years. Sat, June 27, 4pm
SHALL WE DANCE?
Faculty from the current Social Dances Program in The School at Jacob’s Pillow share their extensive knowledge of everything from authentic jazz to hip-hop, offering insight into dances of today. Fri, July 3, 5pm
Featured in an exclusive Pillow exhibit this season, Kyle Froman’s photographs reveal his years of specialized access as a New York City Ballet dancer, now branching out to theater, fashion, and publications. Sat, July 4, 4pm
GATEWAY TO FREEDOM
In this Lift Ev’ry Voice event celebrating the Pillow’s notable past, Pulitzer Prizewinning historian Eric Foner discusses and signs his latest book, Gateway to Freedom: The Hidden History of the Underground Railroad. Fri, July 10, 5pm
ANOTHER TELEPATHIC THING
Filmmaker Jonathan Demme has dipped his toe into the dance world to document Big Dance Theater’s Another Telepathic Thing, and Annie-B Parson hosts this screening to discuss the results. Sat, July 11, 4pm
AL HIRSCHFELD’S DANCE LINES
A new book and current exhibition at the New-York Historical Society celebrates the artistry of caricaturist Al Hirschfeld, and curator/author David Leopold shows and discusses Hirschfeld’s most notable dance images. Fri, July 17, 5pm
WHERE WOMEN DON’T DANCE
Born in Berlin to Turkish parents, choreographer Nejla Y. Yatkin defies cultural expectations in her career choice, and filmmaker Nel Shelby explores the conflicts in this half-hour documentary, mirroring the intercultural differences seen in Monchichi. Sat, July 18, 4pm
DANCING ONLINE
Choreographer Lucinda Childs has a new website celebrating her iconic early works, while Jacob’s Pillow Dance Interactive has been completely redesigned, and Childs participates in this demonstration of both projects. Fri, July 24, 5pm 26 jacobspillow.org | 413.243.0745
Kyle Froman; photo Crag Hall. Martha Graham; © The Al Hirschfeld Foundation. All rights reserved. www.AlHirschfeldFoundation.org. Benjamin Millepied; photographer unknown.
KYLE FROMAN: DANCER TO PHOTOGRAPHER
MIA, A DANCER’S JOURNEY
Maria Ramas introduces her documentary on celebrated Ballets Russes ballerina Mia Slavenska, fulfilling a promise to tell her mother’s story. Co-directed by Kate Johnson, this moving film features rare Pillow footage. Sat, July 25, 4pm
PRESERVING BALANCHINE ON VIDEO
Nancy Reynolds conceived a wide-reaching program to preserve the choreography of George Balanchine on video with coaching sessions by original cast members, and here she shares excerpts from these unique films. Fri, July 31, 5pm
IRINA BARONOVA & THE BALLETS RUSSES DE MONTE CARLO
Tracing her mother’s roots from Imperial Russia to the ballet, Broadway, and Hollywood, with a notable summer at Jacob’s Pillow, actress/ author Victoria Tennant discusses and signs her lavish new book. Sat, Aug 1, 4pm
BLAKE’S BARN’S BEST: PILLOWTALKS
Nearly two decades of fascinating discussions will be sampled and celebrated by resident scholars, featuring video clips of Twyla Tharp, Peter Yarrow, Jacques d’Amboise, Rachel Maddow, and many others. Fri, Aug 7, 5pm
IT’S HAPPENING IN HAVANA
The new Cuban ensemble Malpaso Dance Company represents a collaborative experiment in contemporary dancemaking. Co-founder Fernando Sáez talks about the challenges and the triumphs of this exciting troupe’s first three years. Sat, Aug 8, 4pm
FREDERICK ASHTON TODAY
The Sarasota Ballet has made a specialty of presenting little-known works by Sir Frederick Ashton, and biographer David Vaughan talks about Ashton’s legacy and its unlikely new Florida home. Fri, Aug 14, 5pm
CAPTURING GRACE
David Leventhal and John Heginbotham—both former Mark Morris dancers and Pillow Alumni—work with Parkinson’s patients in this inspiring film, demonstrating art’s power to transform and to heal. Sat, Aug 15, 4pm
BENJAMIN MILLEPIED: DANCING IS LIVING
This French documentary shows L.A. Dance Project’s charismatic director at work in the studio, hanging out with Lil Buck, and discussing his future plans in both Los Angeles and Paris. Fri, Aug 21, 5pm
AWARD-WINNING LIZ GERRING
Recipient of the 2015 Jacob’s Pillow Dance Award, choreographer Liz Gerring talks about her approach to non-narrative movement and the emphasis on cause and effect rather than storytelling in her distinctive work. Sat, Aug 22, 4pm
DANCE AS MUSEUM PIECE?
While Adam Weinert has been performing Ted Shawn’s work at MOMA and the Tate, Martha Graham company director Janet Eilber resists her troupe’s becoming a museum; here they compare experiences. Fri, Aug 28, 5pm
REDISCOVERING FILM TREAURES
A rare film recently discovered in an Australian archive features a lost 1920s Ted Shawn dance with Martha Graham, premiering here with commentary from Shawn biographer Paul Scolieri. Sat, Aug 29, 4pm 27
FREE EXHIBITS Celebrating 20 years of public access to the Pillow Archives, an exciting expansion of Blake’s Barn includes a new Reading Room with additional video stations and displays, and even more ways to discover dance. BLAKE’S BARN’S BEST
Highlights of landmark exhibitions by Annie Leibovitz, Jules Feiffer, Lois Greenfield, Al Hirschfeld, and more are shown together for the first time, heralding the coexistence of past and present in the Pillow’s future. The new Reading Room features treasures from the Stephan Driscoll Collection, an ongoing gift to the Pillow. Blake’s Barn; open daily, noon through final curtain
KYLE FROMAN: BODIES / BUILDINGS
Former New York City Ballet dancer Kyle Froman is now a photographer, capturing performers on Broadway and in leading companies worldwide. In this exclusive exhibition he juxtaposes dancers with architecture in highly original and surprising ways, revealing new facets in both bodies and structures. Ted Shawn Theatre Lobby; open 60 minutes pre-performance
A celebrated designer, illustrator, and artist, Ivan Chermayeff has created familiarly iconic images for prominent clients such as the Museum of Modern Art and the Smithsonian, and won numerous awards. With Tom Geismar, he co-founded the internationallyknown New York City design firm of Chermayeff & Geismar in 1955, and his designs for Jacob's Pillow in the 1980s and 90s are remembered for their bold vision and originality. This exhibit features a range of new and vintage designs, highlighting a collection now available for purchase. Doris Duke Theatre Lobby; open 60 minutes pre-performance
ONLINE EXHIBIT: JACOB’S PILLOW DANCE INTERACTIVE A newly-redesigned website allow you to enjoy highlights from Pillow performances anytime. Visit danceinteractive.jacobspillow.org to discover classic moments.
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Blake's Barn rendering by Scott Henderson, Clark & Green Architecture.
IVAN CHERMAYEFF DESIGNS
SPECIAL EVENTS THREE ACTS, TWO DANCERS, ONE RADIO HOST Ira Glass, host of NPR’s This American Life, performs with dancers Monica Bill Barnes and Anna Bass in this lively, poignant production. Sat, June 13 at 8pm and Sun, June 14 at 2pm; $45–$75; Sat reception with performers $115
SEASON OPENING GALA A joyous Festival opening with performances by remarkable artists, delicious dinner, and a memorable dance party. Sat, June 20, 5:30pm; jacobspillow.org/gala
MEMBER EVENT–BLAKE’S BARN RE-OPENING Celebrate the newly expanded Blake’s Barn with a ribbon cutting and a special performance by NY Theatre Ballet. Tues, June 23, 5pm; Membership starts at $60; jacobspillow.org/membership
WEEKEND OUT Our annual LGBTQ weekend includes free events, a July 4th dance party, a special tour honoring Pillow founder Ted Shawn and his Men Dancers, and a screening of the documentary Born to Fly. July 3–5; jacobspillow.org for details
LIFT EV'RY VOICE We join this celebration of African-American culture and heritage in the Bershires through many Festival events, including Dorrance Dance performances (July 1–5), the Williams College Dance Department on Inside/Out (July 2), A Gateway to Freedom PillowTalk (July 10), and more.
MEMBER & VOLUNTEER DAY We thank our Members and volunteers with a private rehearsal with Malpaso Dance Company, a garden tour, and more. Fri, Aug 7; Membership starts at $60, jacobspillow.org/membership
TED SHAWN CIRCLE RECEPTION Ted Shawn Circle Members are invited to join us for our lively annual celebration. Sun, Aug 9, 4pm; Ted Shawn Circle membership starts at $1,000
ALUMNI RECEPTION Former Jacob’s Pillow staff, interns, students, and Board members are invited to this reception at Blake's Barn following the Capturing Grace PillowTalk. Sat, Aug 15, 5pm; RSVP to info@jacobspillow.org
SUNDAY FILM EVENTS Experience Elizabeth Streb’s daredevil choreography in Born to Fly (July 5); go behind the scenes at New York City Ballet in Ballet 422 (Aug 2); and see Ron Honsa’s awardwinning documentary about Jacob's Pillow Never Stand Still (Aug 30). Blake’s Barn; Sun, 4:30pm; $10
FREE FUN FRIDAY Enjoy dance games, story telling, a special Kids Tour of the Pillow, classes, a free outdoor performance, and more! Fri, Aug 21; activities start around 3pm. Funded by the Highland Street Foundation.
FESTIVAL FINALE Dance the night away at the ultimate Pillow party featuring performances, a dessert and coffee bar from top local bakeries, a wild dance party with DJ BFG, and more— celebrating the Festival’s closing weekend. Sat, Aug 29; $50–$150 For additional information about Jacob’s Pillow events, visit jacobspillow.org or call 413.243.0745. 29
FOR THE FAMILY INSIDE/OUT PERFORMANCES These free, outdoor performances are family-friendly and a great way to introduce people of all ages to dance. Each season features a variety of dance companies and styles. Performances take place on the Henry J. Leir Stage every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evening; picnics are welcome. Wednesday– Saturday, 6:15pm-7pm, FREE
$10 YOUTH TICKETS Offered for certain performances that may be especially appropriate for youth ages 17 and younger. See schedule on the opposite page.
FREE FUN FRIDAY Free Fun Friday features free afternoon activities for the entire family, including story readings, dance games, a Kids Tour, dance classes, and more. Fri, Aug 21, FREE Funded by the Highland Street Foundation
FAMILIES DANCE TOGETHER An intergenerational class for adults and children to discover together how simple movements can inspire and lead to an exciting dance. Open to children ages 5–18, accompanied by at least one adult. Offered July 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13, 20; 5-6pm. Adult with one child: $15 Members of Becket Arts Center or Jacob's Pillow: $10 Each additional adult or child: $5
A collaboration with Becket Arts Center, to register call 413.623.6635
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PURCHASE TICKETS FESTIVAL 2015 TICKETS PHONE 413.243.0745 ONLINE jacobspillow.org IN PERSON Jacob's Pillow Box Office 358 George Carter Road Becket, MA 01223
FESTIVAL BOX OFFICE HOURS Sunday–Tuesday 11am–5pm Wednesday–Saturday 11am–8pm Discounts are not available online. $9 Order Fee is waived for in person purchases.
WAYS TO SAVE SUBSCRIBERS who order five or more performances save 10% on their entire order and get free exchanges up to 48 hours in advance.
$10 YOUTH TICKETS are available for the following performances: Cinderella all shows Dorrance Dance Sat and Sun matinees LINES Ballet Fri night, Sat and Sun matinees Monchichi Fri night, Sat and Sun matinees The Sarasota Ballet all matinees (Thurs, Sat and Sun) Each Youth Ticket must be accompanied by an adult ticket. Youth Tickets are not available online.
$19 UNDER 35 FRIDAYS A limited number of $19 tickets are available for every Friday performance; adults ages 18–35 are eligible. Two tickets per person, per show; must show valid ID upon pickup. Not available online, call 413.243.0745.
GROUPS OF 20 OR MORE receive discounts, a free guided tour, personal planning services, and other custom benefits. Call 413.243.9919 x132 to arrange a group visit.
Photos Christopher Duggan, Jamie Kraus, & Em Watson.
Prices are subject to change. Discounts, including coupons and vouchers, must be requested at time of purchase and cannot be issued retroactively or combined with other offers. Discounts not available for standby list tickets. A $9 handling fee is applied to each order, but is waived for group orders and walk-up sales. $1.50 of each ticket sold goes to support the Pillow’s National Historic Landmark grounds and buildings. HOUSE RULES AND RESTRICTIONS SEATING No standing in the theatres • Every person, including infants, must have a ticket to enter theatres • Wheelchair seating is available; request when ordering • Late seating is solely at the discretion of the House Manager • All dogs must be leashed on grounds; only certified service dogs are permitted in buildings • EXCHANGES AND DONATING TICKETS Ticket exchanges are available, contact the Box Office for fees and restrictions • STANDBY list opens 60 minutes before show time, in the case of a sellout performance • TICKET RESALE on Jacob’s Pillow grounds is prohibited • PROGRAMS, casts, and prices are subject to change without notice • NO REFUNDS
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BECOME A MEMBER
Membership gifts support dance and all of the Pillow’s free programming—plus they deliver the best Festival experiences. Members enjoy private events like the Blake’s Barn Re-Opening on June 23 and Member and Volunteer Day on August 7, special gifts, priority ticketing, and other benefits, starting at just $60. Make a gift today to become a Pillow insider!
IT’S EASY TO JOIN OR UPGRADE BY PHONE 413.243.9919 x127 ONLINE jacobspillow.org/membership IN PERSON Stop by the Patron Tables near the Inside/Out performances or outside the Ted Shawn Theatre before showtime Visit jacobspillow.org/membership for a full list of levels and benefits
The Barrington Foundation; Berkshire Bank Foundation; Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation; Bossak Heilbron Charitable Foundation; Broadway Cares/Dancers Responding to Aids; Capezio/Ballet Makers Dance Foundation; Chervenak-Nunnallé Foundation; Enterprise Holdings Foundation; The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation; Doris Duke Charitable Foundation; Engaging Dance Audiences, administered by Dance/USA and made possible with generous funding from the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation; The Frances Alexander Family Fund; Howard Gilman Foundation; Harkness Foundation for Dance; William Randolph Hearst Foundation; Highland Street Foundation; The Leir Charitable Foundations in memory of Henry J. Leir and The Leir Charitable Trusts, in memory of Henry J. and Erna D. Leir; LV Toole Insurance Agency, Inc.; Marshall Frankel Foundation; Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency; MassDevelopment; The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation; Mertz Gilmore Foundation; National Dance Project of the New England Foundation for the Arts; National Endowment for the Arts; Neal Rantoul Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Co-Trustee; Netherland-America Foundation; NIB Foundation; Onota Foundation; The Claudia and Steven Perles Family Foundation; Pittsfield Cultural Council; The Prospect Hill Foundation; Puffin Foundation, Ltd.; The Jerome Robbins Foundation; Sarasota, Where Artistic Expression and Inspiration meet ®; Arch W. Shaw Foundation; Shelby Cullom Davis Charitable Fund; The SHS Foundation; Dr. Robert C. and Tina Sohn Foundation; The Shubert Foundation; The Spingold Foundation; Talented Students in the Arts Initiative, a collaboration of the Doris Duke Charitable Foundation and Surdna Foundation; The Tow Foundation; The Velmans Foundation; Weissman Family Foundation; Xeric Foundation; and Jacob’s Pillow Business Partners. As of March 24, 2015
HARKNESS FOUNDATION FOR DANCE
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Photos Christopher Duggan, Jamie Kraus, Cherylynn Tsushima, & Em Watson.
SPECIAL THANKS to these institutions for their generous support
DINING AT THE PILLOW
THE CAFÉ AND BARRE The Pillow Café features fine dining al fresco with emphasis on fresh, organic, and sustainable food from local farms in the Berkshires and the Hudson Valley. Relax and enjoy the beautiful view of the Ted Shawn Theatre and Pillow grounds as you enjoy a delicious dinner. Or, grab a quick drink and appetizer at the Barre. Dinner Service: 5pm through Post-Show, Wednesday–Saturday Brunch Service: 11am–2pm, Sunday only Reservations: 413.243.0745 Reservations strongly recommended; Barre seating is first-come, first-served.
THE PILLOW PUB A popular gathering spot for artists and audiences alike! Casual menu with sandwiches, salads, craft beers, wine, and cocktails. Pick up and go, or dine casually at tables in the Pub or nearby. Open Wednesday through Friday 5pm-1am, Saturday noon-1am, and Sunday noon-5pm. THE COFFEE BAR Adjacent to the Ted Shawn Theatre, the Coffee
Bar serves espresso, beverages, ice cream, and other treats before performances and during intermission.
PILLOW CATERING Our chefs can cater for group visits and special events. Call 413.243.9919 x132 for information. BRING A PICNIC The Pillow welcomes outside food and drink to enjoy on our beautiful grounds or while watching an Inside/Out performance. Food and drink, with the exception of bottled water, is not allowed in the theatres.
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EVEN MORE DANCE
THE SCHOOL AT JACOB’S PILLOW is one of the nation’s most prestigious training centers for professional and pre-professional dancers. Each year, dancers from around the world audition to participate in one of four programs: Ballet, Cultural Traditions, Contemporary, and Musical Theatre Dance. Students are immersed in the Festival as they train, take class, and rehearse with today’s leading company directors, choreographers, musicians and master teachers. Alumni of The School dance with top international companies, in films and television, and on Broadway.
Dancers of The School perform on Inside/Out every Saturday, 6:15-7pm; class observation is open to the public most days. Visit jacobspillow.org for more information.
JACOB’S PILLOW DANCE INTERACTIVE
Visit danceinteractive.jacobspillow.org or scan this QR code :
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Photos Jamie Kraus & Cherylynn Tsushima.
is an online dance resource featuring breathtaking video highlights from Jacob’s Pillow dance performances from the early 1930s through today! Discover works by Ted Shawn, Ruth St. Denis, Alvin Ailey, Merce Cunningham, Bill T. Jones, Crystal Pite, Shantala Shivalingappa, Michelle Dorrance, and many others.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS If you don’t find the answer you’re looking for below, feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help. Where is Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival located? The Festival is near Route 20 in the town of Becket, MA, conveniently located only 10 minutes from Exit 2 of the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90) and the town of Lee.
How can I buy tickets to a performance? Call 413.243.0745, go online at jacobspillow.org, or purchase in person at the Box Office. Box Office hours are on pg 31.
When is the Pillow open to the public? The grounds and Blake's Barn are open every day; ticketed performances and events are held Wednesday through Sunday. Parking is free and you do not need a ticket to enter the grounds. Check pg 3–23 for specific event dates and times.
Are children and families welcome? We welcome visitors of all ages! Free Inside/Out performances are particularly family-friendly and $10 Youth Tickets are available for select performances in the theatres. Not all ticketed performances may be appropriate for all ages; the Box Office staff can help with questions or concerns.
What about dogs? Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome on the grounds, but only certified service dogs may enter buildings.
Can anyone dine at the Pillow? Yes! The Pillow Pub and Café are open to everyone, with or without tickets. Reservations are requested for the Pillow Café—call 413.243.0745. Venue hours can be found on pg 33.
What happens when it rains? In the event of rain, most Festival events continue as scheduled. The 6:15pm Inside/Out performance may be cancelled or move indoors to a studio seating 80 people, and seats are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. When possible, a live video simulcast with limited seating is offered in a nearby studio. Call the Box Office after 5:15pm to find out if the Inside/Out performance has been moved indoors.
PHONE: 413.243.0745 (Box Office) 413.243.9919 (Administration) EMAIL: boxoffice@jacobspillow.org | info@jacobspillow.org WEBSITE: jacobspillow.org ADDRESS: 358 George Carter Road, Becket, MA 01223 35
COVER: PeiJu Chien-Pott of Martha Graham Dance Company; photo Hibbard Nash Photography. BACK: Photo Jamie Kraus
JACOB’S PILLOW IS A NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK AND NATIONAL MEDAL OF ARTS RECIPIENT
Inside/Out: Español Spanish Dance Theater performs Friday, August 7
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