Contemporary dance company Urban Bush Women celebrates its 40th anniversary this year; on February 24 they bring Legacy + Lineage + Liberation to The Purchase PAC. This evening of iconic works amplifies the voices of Women(+) of color, and showcases [...]
On Saturday, November 4, The Purchase PAC will present LA-based contemporary dance company BODYTRAFFIC. We were super excited to learn that one of the dancers, Alana Jones, is a Purchase College Conservatory of Dance alum. We love it when alums [...]
To experience something real is to expect the unexpected — a musical phrase that ignites your imagination, a dance piece that offers a fresh perspective, an encounter with an old friend in the lobby. At The Purchase PAC, a myriad [...]
Exuding energy and inspiration, Purchase College Conservatory of Dance Director Nelly van Bommel has heart of gold and an undying dedication to her work. Guest blogger Lilia Ambler recently chatted with van Bommel about her background, her work, and her [...]
If you’re at all up to date with pop culture, Beyoncé’s Black Is King is bound to have made its way onto your news feed. The film, which debuted July 31 on Disney+, reimagines the story of Simba’s journey in [...]
During this time, while live performances are not possible, many Black choreographers have shifted their conversations about race and the Black experience from the stage to virtual platforms. Today’s Spotlight on Black Choreographers highlights Rennie Harris and J. Bouey, two [...]
In today’s Spotlight on Black Choreographers, we are honoring Ronald K. Brown and Camille A. Brown, two choreographers who are recipients of the Jacobs Pillow Dance Award. This honorary award is given to creative visionaries and includes a cash prize [...]
BODYTRAFFIC has surged to the forefront of the concert dance world, recruiting great talent from around the globe to create world-class contemporary dance by distinctive choreographic voices. Join us at The Purchase PAC on April 25 for their only NY-area [...]
Portland-based NW Dance Project is renowned for their dedication to new choreography. They'll be making their Purchase PAC debut one week from today, and we wanted to learn a little more about them. Enjoy our quick little interview! Q: What [...]
Check out our photo gallery of the past couple of days - what a whirlwind! We are so grateful to choreographer Victor Quijada and the dancers from RUBBERBANDance Group for being so generous with their time, allowing us to provide [...]
