On Stage: The Pillow Project at 20

On Stage: The Pillow Project at 20

by | Sep 6, 2024 | On Stage, The Pillow Project

The newly-named Jaka Pearl Pørter (and wordsmith, motorcycle enthusiast and life/art partner John Lambert) will celebrate the 20th anniversary of The Pillow Project this weekend at August Wilson Center. It’s hard to believe that I’ve covered her for all of...
On Stage: Corning Connects

On Stage: Corning Connects

by | Mar 20, 2024 | Corningworks, On Stage

I have come to look forward to choreographer Beth Corning’s next curiosity, that is, what aspect of the world she will question, deconstruct and ultimately expose to her audiences. Yes, Corning has a constantly probing mind, so delicious to those who like to dive into...
Behind the Scenes: Ecolution’s Deep Roots

Behind the Scenes: Ecolution’s Deep Roots

by | Jun 7, 2023 | Behind the Scenes

I still remember Kyle Abraham’s solo at the Kelly Strayhorn Theater in The Radio Show, so full of personal and Pittsburgh references, where we caught our first real glimpse of a young man who would go on to alter the course of dance by speaking his own truth. He was...