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2008 dance reviews

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Review of Aspen Santa Fe Ballet at Jacob’s Pillow

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet is unique in a few important ways. First, it bases itself in two small to midsize cities, bringing significant and enriching dance to them. Second, it does not regularly perform the choreography of either the founder or the current artistic director of the company. This lack of self-serving performance is too little in evidence among contemporary dance companies. Here’s hoping that others will take Aspen Santa Fe’s lead.

Review of Dolores, danced by Mimulus at Jacob’s Pillow

Performance of Dolores, by the Brazilian group Mimulus, at Jacob’s Pillow, is reviewed by Sandy Michel.

Review of Ballet Boyz at Jacob’s Pillow

Ballet Boyz was my first Jacob’s Pillow experience of the 2008 season. I arrived innocent and curious and eager to be a part of the contemporary and witty and challenging dance evening. I was not disappointed. The Ballet Boyz, and girl, were magnificent and exciting and refreshing.

Review of Garth Fagan at Jacob’s Pillow

Review of Garth Fagan at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, Becket, MA in the Berkshires.