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Ted Shawn

Ted Shawn is a choreographer, director whose BroadwayWorld credits include Doodle Dandy of the U.S.A. and Ted Shawn and His Male Dancers.

Date of Birth: October 21, 1891

Date of Death: January 09, 1972 (80)

Birth Place: Kansas City, MO, USA

Productions

 
[Broadway, 1942]
Choreographer
 
[Broadway, 1934]
Director

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Hubbard Street Dance Chicago to Close Jacob's Pillow Festival Season
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2026

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago will return to Jacob's Pillow to close out the summer season with a mixed repertoire program featuring works by Nacho Duato, Aszure Barton, Gwen Verdon and Bob Fosse.
Ballet Hispánico New York to Return to Jacob's Pillow Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 6, 2026

Ballet Hispánico New York will bring a mixed repertory program to Jacob's Pillow's Ted Shawn Theatre, marking its first appearance at the festival in several years.
San Francisco Ballet to Add Fall 2026 U.S. Tour Stops at Jacob's Pillow, NYC Center, and More
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2026

San Francisco Ballet added fall performances at New York City Center's Fall for Dance, the inaugural Ballet Bend festival in Oregon, and Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, expanding its 2026 touring schedule.
MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY to Perform at Jacob's Pillow Festival Week 8
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2026

Martha Graham Dance Company will mark its 100th anniversary with performances in the Ted Shawn Theatre, part of a festival week honoring women choreographers at Jacob's Pillow in Becket, Massachusetts.
San Francisco Ballet to Return to Jacob's Pillow for First Time in 70 Years
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 23, 2026

San Francisco Ballet will perform at Jacob's Pillow for the first time in seven decades, with the Albany Symphony providing live accompaniment. Ephrat Asherie Dance will also return with SHADOW CITIES.
THE FIREWORKS PROJECT to Make U.S. Premiere at Jacob's Pillow with Gauthier Dance
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026

Germany's Gauthier Dance will bring THE FIREWORKS PROJECT to Jacob's Pillow's Ted Shawn Theatre for its U.S. debut, featuring nine new dances including a world premiere by Rena Butler, led by artistic director Eric Gauthier.
WOLF by Circa Contemporary Circus to Make U.S. Premiere at Jacob's Pillow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2026

Australia's Circa Contemporary Circus will bring its acrobatic production WOLF to Jacob's Pillow's Ted Shawn Theatre for its U.S. premiere, alongside Pillow debuts from Kalindá, Ogemdi Ude, and Benjamin Akio Kimitch on the outdoor Leir Stage.
A.I.M by Kyle Abraham to Present U.S. Premiere of WHITE SPACE at Jacob's Pillow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2026

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival's Week 4 will feature A.I.M by Kyle Abraham presenting the U.S. premiere of WHITE SPACE, Faye Driscoll's WEATHERING, and tap artist Michela Marino Lerman on the Henry J. Leir Stage.
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.
Urban Bush Women's Return And Others to Return for Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival Week 2
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2026

Urban Bush Women will return to Jacob's Pillow's Ted Shawn Theatre for the first time in seven years to perform SCAT!...The Complex Lives of Al & Dot, Dot & Al Zollar, featuring an original jazz score by Craig Harris.
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.
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.
Jacob's Pillow 2026 Season Opening Gala Full Performer Lineup Revealed
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2026

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival announced its Season Opening Gala lineup, with NYC Ballet principal dancer Tiler Peck receiving the Jacob's Pillow Dance Award and BODYTRAFFIC, Martha Graham Dance Company, and M.A.D.D. Rhythms set to perform.
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.
Soles of Duende to Replace Compañía Irene Rodríguez at Jacob's Pillow
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 3, 2026

Soles of Duende will perform Can We Dance Here? at Jacob's Pillow in the Doris Duke Theatre, replacing Compañía Irene Rodríguez, who withdrew due to an unforeseen injury.
American Dance Guild And Clark Center NYC to Present THE POLITICS OF MOVEMENT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

​​​​​​​Clark Center NYC and The American Dance Guild will present 'The Politics of Movement: When Dance Speaks Out' at the Theater at the 14th Street Y in New York City, featuring performances that explore social justice themes.
Tiler Peck to Receive Jacob's Pillow Dance Award in 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2026

New York City Ballet principal dancer, choreographer, curator, actress, and author Tiler Peck will receive the 2026 Jacob's Pillow Dance Award. Peck will accept this award at Jacob's Pillow's annual Season Opening Gala on Saturday, June 20. 
THE POLITICS OF MOVEMENT To Be Presented By Clark Center NYC And American Dance Guild
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 17, 2026

Clark Center NYC and The American Dance Guild will present THE POLITICS OF MOVEMENT: WHEN DANCE SPEAKS OUT on April 14 and 15 in New York City. The program features works exploring protest, identity, and social justice through dance. Performances will take place at the Theater at the 14th Street Y.
Chelsea Hoy Named Co-Artistic Director Of Trinity Irish Dance Company
by Stephi Wild - Mar 13, 2026

Trinity Irish Dance Company has announced the appointment of Chelsea Hoy as its new Co-Artistic Director. Hoy, who has been with the company since 2013, will assume her new role effective immediately, bringing a wealth of experience and a fresh vision to the esteemed dance company. This strategic move aims to enhance the company's creative direction and expand its influence in the world of professional Irish dance.
THE POLITICS OF MOVEMENT is Coming to Theater at the 14th Street Y
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026

​​​​​​​Clark Center NYC and The American Dance Guild join forces for the first time to present The Politics of Movement: When Dance Speaks Out, a two-night performance exploring protest, resistance, identity, and social justice.

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