Welcome to a sneak peek of the 77th annual Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival!

The complete details of the power-packed 2009 season, which will include more than 40 international companies performing on three stages, will be announced in early February. Call 413.243.9919 or email info@jacobspillow.org to request your season brochure.  Single tickets go on sale to the public in April.  Subscribers and Members receive early ordering privileges, click here or call 413.243.9919 x25 to become a Pillow Member today.

In one of the most thrilling programs of the season, Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet performs the highly anticipated world premiere of Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui's Orbo Novo, July 8 - 12 in the Ted Shawn Theatre.  Cherkaoui, of Belgium, is one of Europe 's most in-demand dancemakers, known for his intensely eclectic movement style and a unique repertory that deals with connections and divisions among cultures.   The New York Times anticipates Orbo Novo, performed to live music at the Pillow, as "one of the most exciting events of the new season." Read full press announcement.

This season, Pacific Northwest Ballet returns to the Ted Shawn Theatre August 19-23, with an exclusive program featuring the work of late choreographer Ulysses Dove. Lauded as one of the most innovative contemporary choreographers of the past century, Dove's work combines his distinct sense of speed and attack with daring eroticism, emotional strength, and power. In this exclusive program, PNB performs Vespers, Dancing on the Front Porch of Heaven, and the dynamic Red Angels.  Read full press announcement.

Give the Gift of Dance!   Consider a vintage photograph custom framed, a gift certificate for Festival tickets, Pillow clothing and accessories, or the gift of Membership for your favorite dance fan.  Just click the image above!

Jason Kittelberger of Cedar Lake Contemporary Ballet; photo François Rousseau

Lesley Rausch, Jordan Pacitti of Pacific Northwest Ballet in Red Angels; photo Angela Sterling