Location: Ted Shawn Theatre
With previous Pillow appearances spanning from 1970 (in their very first performances) to 2019, Dance Theatre of Harlem challenges expectations, provides a platform for new voices, and breaks down barriers. Along with treasured classics, this beloved and multi-ethnic company presents innovative, culturally inclusive works that propel ballet into the future with “classy, earnest, and potent” performances (Los Angeles Times). The company returns for its 55th Anniversary Season celebrating both newly-named Artistic Director, former principal dancer, and longtime company choreographer Robert Garland, as well as the 90th birthday of their legendary late founder Arthur Mitchell. The program will include William Forsythe’s Blake Works IV (The Barre Project), set to music by James Blake, and a work by George Balanchine to be announced.