Frances Alexander

Riedel & Rivka Dance Companies Share the Stage at Ailey, 3/7-3/9
by Samantha Vega - Feb 4, 2013

Both the Riedel Dance Theater and Ariel Rivka Dance companies today announced the upcoming world premieres of their new, narrative works - In Violent Circles (Rite of Spring) and Vashti, respectively. These two emerging contemporary ensembles will share the stage for three consecutive nights March 7 - 9, 2013, at the Ailey Citigroup Theatre (NYC). Both choreographers, Jonathan Riedel and Ariel Grossman, are true storytellers who draw upon the emotional power of drama, movement and music to bring stories to life through dance. Both pieces feature live, on-stage musical performances of original scores/arrangements by two of today's top contemporary composer/performers.

Jacobs Pillow Dance Welcomes Aspen Santa Fe Ballet 8/17-21
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2011

One of America's leading contemporary ballet companies and a Jacob's Pillow audience favorite, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet (ASFB) returns to perform a sophisticated program with live music August 17-21.

Jacob's Pillow Presents David Dorfman Dance 8/17-21
by BWW News Desk - Aug 17, 2011

David Dorfman and his company of skilled dancers bring their newest work, the dynamic Prophets of Funk, to the Doris Duke Theatre, August 17-21.

Jacobs Pillow Dance Welcomes Aspen Santa Fe Ballet 8/17-21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 11, 2011

One of America's leading contemporary ballet companies and a Jacob's Pillow audience favorite, Aspen Santa Fe Ballet (ASFB) returns to perform a sophisticated program with live music August 17-21.

Trisha Brown Dance Company to Perform at Jacob's Pillow
by BWW News Desk - Aug 10, 2011

Trisha Brown's pioneering dance style is a celebrated cornerstone of modern dance.

Jacob's Pillow Presents David Dorfman Dance 8/17-21
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 9, 2011

David Dorfman and his company of skilled dancers bring their newest work, the dynamic Prophets of Funk, to the Doris Duke Theatre, August 17-21.

Trisha Brown Dance Company to Perform at Jacob's Pillow
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 4, 2011

Trisha Brown's pioneering dance style is a celebrated cornerstone of modern dance.

Jacob's Pillow Dance Fest Presents Dancers of The Paris Opera
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 22, 2011

Classical virtuosity and wit are the hallmarks of 3e étage, a contemporary ballet ensemble formed by and featuring dancers and soloists of the legendary Paris Opera Ballet.

Natalia Hills and Tangueros del Sur Perform Romper el Piso July 6-10
by BWW News Desk - Jul 6, 2011

Expert, authentic tango dance and music arrives at Jacob's Pillow with Tangueros del Sur performing Artistic Director Natalia Hills' full length program Romper el Piso (Break the Floor) July 6-10.

Jacob's Pillow Presents Kidd Pivot Frankfurt RM in Dark Matters July 6-10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 27, 2011

Kidd Pivot Frankfurt RM (Kidd Pivot), the acclaimed contemporary dance company led by choreographer Crystal Pite, performs her virtuosic and enigmatic work Dark Matters at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival July 6-10.

Natalia Hills and Tangueros del Sur Perform Romper el Piso July 6-10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 27, 2011

Expert, authentic tango dance and music arrives at Jacob's Pillow with Tangueros del Sur performing Artistic Director Natalia Hills' full length program Romper el Piso (Break the Floor) July 6-10.

Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève Returns to Jacob’s Pillow 6/22-26
by BWW News Desk - Jun 22, 2011

Switzerland's acclaimed Ballet du Grand Theatre de Geneve returns to Jacob's Pillow for the first time since its 2007 U.S. debut, June 22-26 in the Ted Shawn Theatre.

Norway's Carte Blanche Makes its US Debut 6/29
by Kelsey Denette - Jun 20, 2011

Carte Blanche, Norway's award-winning National Company of Contemporary Dance, makes its U.S. full company debut in a program of compelling works by Batsheva Dance Company house choreographer Sharon Eyal at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival June 29-July 3.

Ballet du Grand Théâtre de Genève Returns to Jacob’s Pillow 6/22-26
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 7, 2011

Switzerland's acclaimed Ballet du Grand Theatre de Geneve returns to Jacob's Pillow for the first time since its 2007 U.S. debut, June 22-26 in the Ted Shawn Theatre.