PillowTalk: Kyle Abraham and Faye Driscoll
59:24
Two of the most prolific choreographers working today, Kyle Abraham and Faye Driscoll will share thoughts about their choreographic process, how they make work, and their relationships with audiences. This talk coincided with week-long performance runs by both choreographers, as A.I.M by Kyle Abraham presented White Space in the Ted Shawn Theatre, and Faye Driscoll presented Weathering in the Doris Duke Theatre. This talk took place on July 18, 2026 in Blake’s Barn at Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival. Video by Nel Shelby Productions.
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