Celebrating 50 years of Dance Theatre of Harlem’s signature artistry, this beloved, multi-ethnic ballet company returns to Jacob’s Pillow in commemoration of co-founder, the late Arthur Mitchell. Founding member and former principal dancer Virginia Johnson now leads the 16-member company known for a forward-thinking repertoire. Along with treasured classics, this dynamic company presents innovative, culturally … Continued
Dance, Poetry and Photography Three women artists exploring three different creative media come together to weave creative narratives on stage and offer thought provoking performances. Performers: Mesma Belsaré Clara Kimball Lida Winfield Arrive early | Limited Seating
Hailing from Vancouver, Ballet BC pushes the boundaries of classical ballet with a cutting-edge, contemporary sensibility and “gorgeous energy” (The Independent). Praised as “physically rigorous, dramatically solid, and truly contemporary” (Dance Magazine), Ballet BC celebrates ten years under the leadership of Artistic Director and former company member Emily Molnar, whose vision has guided the company … Continued
Compañía Irene Rodríguez is a revered voice in the emerging contemporary Cuban dance scene, known for a particular vision of flamenco that is both Spanish and Cuban. Rodríguez, praised as “intense” and “exacting” by The New York Times, created her company in 2012 that has since “succeeded in positioning itself among the best of the … Continued
Compagnie CNDC-Angers/Robert Swinston makes its Jacob’s Pillow debut with work by one of the greatest artistic innovators of the 20th century as part of the worldwide Merce Cunningham Centennial celebration. The company is led by current director of the National Center for Contemporary Dance in Angers, France, Robert Swinston, a longtime dancer with the Merce … Continued
Each year, FirstWorks curates a spectacle for PVDFest that creates indelible memories! Born from a dream of dancing on a flying wall, Quadro is a stage suspended high in the air from a construction crane. Direct from Italy, eVenti Verticali bring their stunning blend of theatre, circus acrobatics, dance, music, comedy and new media on … Continued
Join the professional dancers and choreographers of Providence Ballet Theatre, along with the Providence Ballet Theatre Jr. Company, as they demonstrate their wide range of techniques and experiences through contemporary ballet and modern dance. Providence Ballet Theatre will present dynamic original works, filled with fun, lighthearted movement. Providence Ballet Theatre is dedicated to cultivating, developing … Continued
Circus Dynamics is Providence’s local circus and fire entertainment company. Circus dancers will parade the city with glowing LED wings, hoops, poi, staff, and juggling props and fire dancers will perform mesmerizing skills and daring stunts in choreographed routines. For the fifth year, Mayor Jorge O. Elorza, the City of Providence’s Department of Art, Culture+ … Continued
Dance For Art, Inc. (DFA) is a 501c3 non-profit with a mission to provide performance opportunities for young dancers and cultivate community through the arts. DFA awards financial scholarships to students to perform around the world, furthering dance education, and supporting children of military families. Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio has been a staple of dance … Continued
Fierce footwork and female force take PVDFest by storm! This all-female tap squad sensation has amassed over 50 million views worldwide since their video tap salute to megastar Beyonce went viral in 2014. Founded by Cherry Arnold, the Ladies won the first dance crew battle on So You Think You Can Dance, performed on Good … Continued