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PillowTalk: Kyle Abraham and Faye Driscoll
July 18, 2026 at 4:00pm

PillowTalk: Kyle Abraham and Faye Driscoll

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July 18, 2026 at 4:00pm
Blake's Barn
Kyle Abraham; Grace Katheryn Landefeld photo. Faye Driscoll; Beatrice Borgers photo.

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 will coincide with week-long performance runs by both choreographers, as A.I.M by Kyle Abraham presents White Space in the Ted Shawn Theatre, and Faye Driscoll presents Weathering in the Doris Duke Theatre.

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