The OLLI at BCC Special Events Committee presents an afternoon at
Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival
Friday, August 14, 2025
Norton Owen, Preservation Director, will talk at Blake’s Barn at 11:45 a.m.
Bring a Bag Lunch – OLLI chefs provide desserts and drinks
Martha Graham Dance Company
Schedule:
11:45 a.m. Talk with Norton Owen, Historian and Founding Director of Preservation, at Blake’s Barn
12:30 p.m. Lunch (bring a bag lunch with you, our OLLI chefs will provide dessert and drinks)
1:00 p.m. Dessert
2:00 p.m. Performance
Martha Graham Dance Company celebrates their 100th anniversary! Founded in 1926 by the legendary contemporary dancer Martha Graham, it is the oldest American dance company. It has been called "one of the great dance companies of the world” by The New York Times and “one of the seven wonders of the artistic universe” by The Washington Post. Many of the great 20th and 21st-century modern dancers and choreographers began their careers with this prestigious company, including Merce Cunningham, Pearl Lang, and Paul Taylor.
Tickets are limited and seating will be in order received.
Wheelchair accessible seating is available, be sure to note that when you register.
Ticket Prices:
No refunds unless space is filled from a waiting list!This program is in-person at Jacob's Pillow 358 George Carter Rd., Becket, MA
Thank you to OLLI at BCC's Special Events Committee for organizing this and so many other great OLLI events!
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