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BURY ME IN NEW ORLEANS to Perform at Jacob's Pillow as Part of Pillow Pride Weekend
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
gaudanse will present Imani Gaudin's BURY ME IN NEW ORLEANS at Jacob's Pillow's outdoor Henry J. Leir Stage as part of BAAD! Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance's Pillow Pride Weekend, with tickets starting at $5.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2026
gaudanse will present Imani Gaudin's BURY ME IN NEW ORLEANS at Jacob's Pillow's outdoor Henry J. Leir Stage as part of BAAD! Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance's Pillow Pride Weekend, with tickets starting at $5.
THIKRA: NIGHT OF REMEMBERING to Close Akram Khan Company's Final Tour at Jacob's Pillow
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2026
Akram Khan Company returns to Jacob's Pillow for the first time in over 20 years to perform THIKRA: NIGHT OF REMEMBERING, marking the final touring production of the acclaimed London-based company.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 25, 2026
Akram Khan Company returns to Jacob's Pillow for the first time in over 20 years to perform THIKRA: NIGHT OF REMEMBERING, marking the final touring production of the acclaimed London-based company.
CAP UCLA Reveals 2026-27 Season With Kronos Quartet, Kathleen Hanna, and More
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026
CAP UCLA announced its 2026-27 season spanning music, dance, theater, and film, featuring Akram Khan Company's final touring production, a world premiere punk operetta starring Kathleen Hanna, and Kronos Quartet performing an all-Glass program.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2026
CAP UCLA announced its 2026-27 season spanning music, dance, theater, and film, featuring Akram Khan Company's final touring production, a world premiere punk operetta starring Kathleen Hanna, and Kronos Quartet performing an all-Glass program.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival to Open 94th Season with Paul Taylor Dance Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival will kick off its 94th summer season with Paul Taylor Dance Company performing in the Ted Shawn Theatre, alongside a Pillow debut from Shamel Pitts | TRIBE.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 11, 2026
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival will kick off its 94th summer season with Paul Taylor Dance Company performing in the Ted Shawn Theatre, alongside a Pillow debut from Shamel Pitts | TRIBE.
SORE, TOUCH OF RED: RECOLLECTION, and IN-PRACTICE to Make NYC Debuts with TRIBE
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
TRIBE, the multidisciplinary arts collective founded by MacArthur Fellow Shamel Pitts, announced a series of NYC events including the world premiere of SORE, a documentary screening, and a movement workshop.
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026
TRIBE, the multidisciplinary arts collective founded by MacArthur Fellow Shamel Pitts, announced a series of NYC events including the world premiere of SORE, a documentary screening, and a movement workshop.
Music, Comedy, Dance and More Set for New Victory Theater 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026
The New Victory Theater has revealed its 2026-27 season, which will include nine productions featuring music, acrobatics, comedy, magic, dance and more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 27, 2026
The New Victory Theater has revealed its 2026-27 season, which will include nine productions featuring music, acrobatics, comedy, magic, dance and more!
Young Dancemakers Company to Tour NYC This Summer With Free Performances
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
Young Dancemakers Company, a tuition-free NYC public high school dance ensemble, announced its 2026 touring season, featuring student-created works and a repertory project with choreographer Milton Myers, culminating at the Ailey Citigroup Theater.
by A.A. Cristi - May 19, 2026
Young Dancemakers Company, a tuition-free NYC public high school dance ensemble, announced its 2026 touring season, featuring student-created works and a repertory project with choreographer Milton Myers, culminating at the Ailey Citigroup Theater.
gaudanse Will Present NEW YORK, PLEASE at Performance Mix Festival's 40th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
gaudanse will perform Imani Gaudin's NEW YORK, PLEASE at New Dance Alliance's 40th annual Performance Mix Festival at Abrons Arts Center's Underground Theater in New York City.
by A.A. Cristi - May 13, 2026
gaudanse will perform Imani Gaudin's NEW YORK, PLEASE at New Dance Alliance's 40th annual Performance Mix Festival at Abrons Arts Center's Underground Theater in New York City.
Martha Graham Dance Company & Tiler Peck and More Featured In Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival announced its full 94th season schedule, running June 24–August 30, 2026, featuring San Francisco Ballet's return after 70 years, Akram Khan Company's final touring production, and Martha Graham Dance Company's 100th birthday celebration.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2026
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival announced its full 94th season schedule, running June 24–August 30, 2026, featuring San Francisco Ballet's return after 70 years, Akram Khan Company's final touring production, and Martha Graham Dance Company's 100th birthday celebration.
Leicester LET'S DANCE Festival Will Kick Off This Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026
LET'S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS – LDIF26 - is the critically-acclaimed, hugely popular annual Leicester-based dance festival which launches every year on April 29th, International Dance Day.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 7, 2026
LET'S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS – LDIF26 - is the critically-acclaimed, hugely popular annual Leicester-based dance festival which launches every year on April 29th, International Dance Day.
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival to Offer 10 Weeks of Performances This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Jacob’s Pillow has announced the full lineup for its 94th Dance Festival, running June 24 through August 30. The season features performances by Paul Taylor Dance Company, Akram Khan Company, San Francisco Ballet, and more.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2026
Jacob’s Pillow has announced the full lineup for its 94th Dance Festival, running June 24 through August 30. The season features performances by Paul Taylor Dance Company, Akram Khan Company, San Francisco Ballet, and more.
LET'S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS Set for April-May Run in Leicester
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026
Leicester's annual dance festival, LET'S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS, will feature performances from April 29 to May 9, including a closing act by SHAMEL PITTS/TRIBE.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 16, 2026
Leicester's annual dance festival, LET'S DANCE INTERNATIONAL FRONTIERS, will feature performances from April 29 to May 9, including a closing act by SHAMEL PITTS/TRIBE.
The 41st Annual Bessie Awards Presented at Dixon Place
by Miranda Stück - Feb 13, 2026
Dixon Place, longtime home for innovative dance artists and work, proudly hosts this year's Bessie Awards. In addition to award categories: Outstanding Choreographer/Creator, Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Revival, Outstanding Sound Design or Music Composition, Outstanding Visual Design, Outstanding Breakout Choreographer, the Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Service to the Field of Dance was presented for years 2024 and 2025.
by Miranda Stück - Feb 13, 2026
Dixon Place, longtime home for innovative dance artists and work, proudly hosts this year's Bessie Awards. In addition to award categories: Outstanding Choreographer/Creator, Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Revival, Outstanding Sound Design or Music Composition, Outstanding Visual Design, Outstanding Breakout Choreographer, the Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Service to the Field of Dance was presented for years 2024 and 2025.
The Bessies 2024 And 2025 Award Nominations Announced
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2026
Dixon Place will present the prestigious Bessies award ceremony, recognizing outstanding dance and performance artists, on January 20. This event highlights the achievements in dance and provides a platform for artists to be acknowledged.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 15, 2026
Dixon Place will present the prestigious Bessies award ceremony, recognizing outstanding dance and performance artists, on January 20. This event highlights the achievements in dance and provides a platform for artists to be acknowledged.
United States Artists Reveals 2026 Fellows
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2026
United States Artists (USA) has announced fifty 2026 Fellows alongside the Berresford Prize recipient as the organization commemorates its 20th Anniversary. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 15, 2026
United States Artists (USA) has announced fifty 2026 Fellows alongside the Berresford Prize recipient as the organization commemorates its 20th Anniversary. Learn more here!
The National Center For Choreography–Akron To Launch 10th Anniversary Celebration
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025
The National Center for Choreography–Akron will begin an extended anniversary celebration that spans multiple cities and programs across the U.S. The initiative will highlight residencies, public events, national convenings, and new work within NCCAkron’s research-focused framework.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 9, 2025
The National Center for Choreography–Akron will begin an extended anniversary celebration that spans multiple cities and programs across the U.S. The initiative will highlight residencies, public events, national convenings, and new work within NCCAkron’s research-focused framework.
The National Center for Choreography-Akron to Kick Off 10th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
The National Center for Choreography-Akron (NCCAkron) will celebrate 10 years as a national hub for dance research and development: an incubator for artists and a hyperagent for the national dance field.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
The National Center for Choreography-Akron (NCCAkron) will celebrate 10 years as a national hub for dance research and development: an incubator for artists and a hyperagent for the national dance field.
Nominations Announced for the 2025 BESSIE AWARDS
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025
The New York Dance and Performance Awards, known as THE BESSIES, will announce the 2024 and 2025 honorees at a ceremony on January 20 at Dixon Place. This year’s nominations span choreography, performance, design, and revival categories.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 24, 2025
The New York Dance and Performance Awards, known as THE BESSIES, will announce the 2024 and 2025 honorees at a ceremony on January 20 at Dixon Place. This year’s nominations span choreography, performance, design, and revival categories.
Jacob's Pillow Unveils First Wave Of Programming For Festival 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025
Jacob's Pillow's beloved summer dance festival in the Berkshires, returning to a ten-week schedule next summer, will include week-long engagements in the Ted Shawn Theatre by Martha Graham Dance Company in the company's 100th anniversary year.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2025
Jacob's Pillow's beloved summer dance festival in the Berkshires, returning to a ten-week schedule next summer, will include week-long engagements in the Ted Shawn Theatre by Martha Graham Dance Company in the company's 100th anniversary year.
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park to Present TRIBE: Marks Of RED Open Rehearsal
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present an open rehearsal of TRIBE's work-in-progress Marks of RED on Thursday, October 30 at 6:00 PM. Learn more and see how to join!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2025
Kaatsbaan Cultural Park will present an open rehearsal of TRIBE's work-in-progress Marks of RED on Thursday, October 30 at 6:00 PM. Learn more and see how to join!
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