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A Weekend OUT at the Pillow

A multitude of events, performances, and opportunities for LGBTQ individuals, couples, and families to meet and mingle with old and new friends.

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Friday, August 13 ; Saturday, August 14; Sunday, August 15

FRIDAY, AUGUST 13

• Noon-after the performances Lois Greenfield: Imagined Moments and Another Dance to Jules Feiffer
This free, exclusive photography exhibit in Blake's Barn includes stunning photos of dancers in midair by acclaimed photographer Lois Greenfield. In the Archives Reading Room, view paintings and illustrations by celebrated cartoonist and writer Jules Feiffer.

• 3:30pm Members-Only Open Rehearsal with "the Trocks"
Jacob's Pillow Members and Volunteers enjoy a free, behind-the-scenes open rehearsal with the Trocks, sans make-up and tutus. Commentary and Q&A with Artistic Director Tory Dobrin. Free for Members! To become a Jacob's Pillow Member for as little as $60/year, call 413.243.9919 x125 or visit jacobspillow.org/membership

• 5:30pm Free Tour of Jacob's Pillow, a National Historic Landmark
Departs from the Welcome Center.

• 6:15pm Free Performance by Yesid Lopez Contemporary Dance
Inside/Out Stage
A former dancer with Ballet Hispanico, Yesid Lopez combines contemporary dance, ballet, and traditional Colombian dance in energetic, passionate works. Free outdoor performance.

• 7pm Free Exhibit: Arnie Zane on Bill T. Jones
This free photography exhibit in the lobby of the Ted Shawn Theatre explores the personal and professional relationship of collaborators and partners Bill T. Jones and Arnie Zane.

• 8pm Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
Ted Shawn Theatre
The grace, bravura, and singular personality of "one of the great comic creations of the American stage" (San Francisco Chronicle) have catapulted this all-male ballet troupe of technically expert dancers to international stardom. The evening includes Swan Lake, Act III, Raymonda's Wedding, Patterns in Space (choreographed after Merce Cunningham), and tons of tutus, tiaras, and tights. Take in a pre-show talk at 7:30pm in Blake's Barn to learn more about this one-of-a-kind company. $35 under 35 tickets available for Friday's performance

• 8:15pm Kyle Abraham/Abraham.In.Motion
Doris Duke Theatre
Hailed as "the best and brightest creative talent to emerge in New York City in the age of Obama" by Out Magazine, Kyle Abraham brings an evening of works steeped in the search for identity and influenced by dance forms ranging from ballet to hip-hop. The program includes a world premiere work created in part here at the Pillow during a Creative Development Residency, and The Radio Show, set to an eclectic score of 1960s pop, R&B soul, and contemporary classical music. Enjoy a pre-show talk starting at 7:45pm on the Doris Duke porch to learn about Kyle's inspirations. Tickets start at $33.

• After the performances (approx 10pm) Pillow Pub Mixer
Mix and mingle with fellow culture-lovers and the dancers you just saw perform onstage at the Pillow Pub. We'll have music, specialty drinks, and a friendly atmosphere; all you have to do is attend! The Pillow Pub offers coffee, dessert, beer, wine, a full bar, and a late night menu.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 14

• Noon-after the performances Lois Greenfield: Imagined Moments and Another Dance to Jules Feiffer
This free, exclusive photography exhibit in Blake's Barn includes stunning photos of dancers in midair by acclaimed photographer Lois Greenfield. In the Archives Reading Room, view paintings and illustrations by celebrated cartoonist and writer Jules Feiffer.

• 1pm Free Exhibit: Arnie Zane on Bill T. Jones
This free photography exhibit in the lobby of the Ted Shawn Theatre explores the personal and professional relationship of collaborators and partners Bill T. Jones and Arnie Zane.

• 2pm Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
Ted Shawn Theatre
The grace, bravura, and singular personality of "one of the great comic creations of the American stage" (San Francisco Chronicle) have catapulted this all-male ballet troupe of technically expert dancers to international stardom. The evening includes Swan Lake, Act III, Raymonda's Wedding, Patterns in Space (choreographed after Merce Cunningham), and tons of tutus, tiaras, and tights. Take in a pre-show talk at 1:30pm in Blake's Barn to learn more about this one-of-a-kind company. $35 under 35 tickets available the Saturday matinee performance

• 2:15pm Kyle Abraham/Abraham.In.Motion
Doris Duke Theatre
Hailed as "the best and brightest creative talent to emerge in New York City in the age of Obama" by Out Magazine, Kyle Abraham brings an evening of works steeped in the search for identity and influenced by dance forms ranging from ballet to hip-hop. The program includes a world premiere work created in part here at the Pillow during a Creative Development Residency, and The Radio Show, set to an eclectic score of 1960s pop, R&B soul, and contemporary classical music. Enjoy a pre-show talk starting at 1:45pm on the Doris Duke porch to learn about Kyle's inspirations. Tickets start at $33.

• 4pm Free PillowTalk: Jack Cole Unsung Genius
Blake's Barn
From his early training with Ted Shawn and Ruth St. Denis to his work in nightclubs and coaching of screen icons including Rita Hayworth and Marilyn Monroe, Jack Cole had a unique choreographic career that inspired generations of dance artists. Cole's influence is traced here in film clips and personal reminiscences.

• 5:30pm Free Tour of Jacob's Pillow, National Historic Landmark
Departs from the Welcome Center

• 6:15pm Free Performance: Jazz/Musical Theatre Dance Program
Inside/Out Stage
Chet Walker, Artistic Director of WALKERDANCE and co-conceiver of the Broadway hit Fosse, with Broadway stars and music director Steve Marzullo, showcase dancers of The School at Jacob's Pillow in new works created during the second of three intensive program weeks.

• 7pm Free Exhibit: Arnie Zane on Bill T. Jones
This free photography exhibit in the lobby of the Ted Shawn Theatre explores the personal and professional relationship of collaborators and partners Bill T. Jones and Arnie Zane.

• 8pm Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
Ted Shawn Theatre
The grace, bravura, and singular personality of "one of the great comic creations of the American stage" (San Francisco Chronicle) have catapulted this all-male ballet troupe of technically expert dancers to international stardom. The evening includes Swan Lake, Act III, Raymonda's Wedding, Patterns in Space (choreographed after Merce Cunningham), and tons of tutus, tiaras, and tights. Take in a pre-show talk at 7:30pm in Blake's Barn to learn more about this one-of-a-kind company. Tickets start at $58.

• 8:15pm Kyle Abraham/Abraham.In.Motion
Doris Duke Theatre
Hailed as "the best and brightest creative talent to emerge in New York City in the age of Obama" by Out Magazine, Kyle Abraham brings an evening of works steeped in the search for identity and influenced by dance forms ranging from ballet to hip-hop. The program includes a world premiere work created in part here at the Pillow during a Creative Development Residency, and The Radio Show, set to an eclectic score of 1960s pop, R&B soul, and contemporary classical music. Enjoy a pre-show talk starting at 7:45pm on the Doris Duke porch to learn about Kyle's inspirations. Tickets start at $33.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 15

• 10am-11:30 Free Observation: Master Class with Kyle Abraham
Doris Duke Theatre
Contemporary dance artist Kyle Abraham leads a company class in his movement style. Observation is free.

• Noon (12pm) Special "Weekend OUT" Event
Free Tour: Ted Shawn and his Men Dancers: A Walking Tour of Jacob's Pillow
Meet at the Bell in front of the Ted Shawn Theatre
Jacob's Pillow Director of Preservation Norton Owen leads a walking tour of the Pillow. This 45-minute tour will focus on modern dance pioneer and Pillow founder Ted Shawn and his company of Men Dancers, an ensemble that broke social barriers throughout the 1930s. This unique tour is free and open to the public, and is presented as part of "A Weekend OUT at the Pillow."

• Noon-after the performances Lois Greenfield: Imagined Moments and Another Dance to Jules Feiffer
This free, exclusive photography exhibit in Blake's Barn includes stunning photos of dancers in midair by acclaimed photographer Lois Greenfield. In the Archives Reading Room, view paintings and illustrations by celebrated cartoonist and writer Jules Feiffer.

• 1pm Free Exhibit: Arnie Zane on Bill T. Jones
This free photography exhibit in the lobby of the Ted Shawn Theatre explores the personal and professional relationship of collaborators and partners Bill T. Jones and Arnie Zane.

• 2pm Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
Ted Shawn Theatre
The grace, bravura, and singular personality of "one of the great comic creations of the American stage" (San Francisco Chronicle) have catapulted this all-male ballet troupe of technically expert dancers to international stardom. The evening includes Swan Lake, Act III, Raymonda's Wedding, Patterns in Space (choreographed after Merce Cunningham), and tons of tutus, tiaras, and tights. Take in a pre-show talk at 1:30pm in Blake's Barn to learn more about this one-of-a-kind company. Tickets start at $58.

• 2:15pm Kyle Abraham/Abraham.In.Motion
Doris Duke Theatre
Hailed as "the best and brightest creative talent to emerge in New York City in the age of Obama" by Out Magazine, Kyle Abraham brings an evening of works steeped in the search for identity and influenced by dance forms ranging from ballet to hip-hop. The program includes a world premiere work created in part here at the Pillow during a Creative Development Residency, and The Radio Show, set to an eclectic score of 1960s pop, R&B soul, and contemporary classical music. Enjoy a pre-show talk starting at 1:45pm on the Doris Duke porch to learn about Kyle's inspirations. Tickets start at $33.