Doris Duke Theatre
"The quality of the work was simply stunning and I think that the Pillow represents for me the very finest of arts centers that can exist."
- Jane Alexander, Chairman Emeritus of the National Endowment for the Arts
This theatre, named after philanthropist and arts lover Doris Duke, opened in
1990 as the Studio/Theatre. Designed to complement the other buildings on the grounds, it is a flexible performance venue with stage and seating areas. Large doors at one end of the performance space open to reveal the natural atmosphere and were included to mirror the barn doors of the Ted Shawn Theatre.
The theatre is used for performances of Festival artists Wednesdays through Sundays every week of the Festival. See below for a listing of the 2009 Festival artists performing in the Doris Duke Theatre and click to see a video clip and more in-depth information about each company.
The theatre is used for performances of Festival artists Wednesdays through Sundays every week of the Festival. See below for a listing of the 2009 Festival artists performing in the Doris Duke Theatre and click to see a video clip and more in-depth information about each company.
Upcoming Performances
LAFA & Artists
"Watching Fang-Yi Sheu is like watching a force of nature." Taipei Times
July 1-July 5, 2009 • Taiwan • U.S. Company Debut • U.S. Premiere
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Gallim Dance
"Charmingly awkward and wildly technical." Dance Magazine
July 8-July 12, 2009
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David Roussève/REALITY
"One of this country's most inspired and inspiring dancemakers." The San Francisco Chronicle
July 15-July 19, 2009
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Jason Samuels Smith and A.C.G.I.
"An all-out sensation." The Chicago Tribune
July 22-August 2, 2009 • Two-Week Engagement • Live Music
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Jacinta Vlach/Liberation Dance Theater
"[Jacinta Vlach] jettisons the neutral ground of conventional dance for more provocative terrain." San Francisco Weekly
August 5-August 9, 2009
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Rubberbandance
"An expansive, sophisticated approach to physicality." The Boston Globe
August 12-August 16, 2009 • Canada
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Kidd Pivot
"Pite's strength is how she works with her ideas physically, exploring them in kinetic terms to make thrilling choreography." The Dance Current
August 19-August 23, 2009 • Canada
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Doug Elkins and Friends' Fräulein Maria
"It's heavenly to watch, and probably even more delicious to perform." The New York Times
August 26-August 30, 2009
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Upcoming Events
Tap!
June 24-August 30, 2009 • Tuesday - Sunday • open 30 minutes prior to performance
