Schedule:

Friday, June 2, 2023

5:00–7:00 PM: OPENING RECEPTION, Visual ART Exhibition curated by Hilary Greene

Free, Reservations encouraged
Studio Complex Gallery + Grounds

The 2023 seasonal visual art exhibition, curated by Hilary Greene, will be celebrated at an Opening Reception. The exhibition takes place in our gallery space and throughout our grounds and includes work by Sequoyah Aono, Laura Battle, Michael Fortenberry, Jared Handelsman, Ken Hiratsuka, Portia Munson, Ann Provan, David Provan, and John Sanders. Join us for the unofficial start to the 2023 Spring Festival and meet the 2023 artist cohort.

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Saturday, June 3, 2023

6:00 PM -- Limón Dance Company + American Ballet Theatre Studio Company

Cost: $45–65 General Admission

Location: Mountain Stage

A double bill featuring the Limón Dance Company and American Ballet Theatre Studio Company.

The Limón Dance Company will present two of the master choreographer's most iconic works, Chaconne (1942) and The Moor's Pavane (1949). The Moor’s Pavane, based on Shakespeare’s Othello, is a deeply personal piece that has been interpreted by notable dancers such as Rudolf Nureyev and Cynthia Gregory and is considered a hallmark of modern dance. This will be the company’s first performance on our Mountain Stage and will feature a new cast of talented performers. Don’t miss your chance to experience the beauty and power of Limón’s choreography in this special presentation.

"We are thrilled to honor Limón's legacy and bring his timeless works to a new generation," said Limón Dance Company’s Artistic Director, Dante Puleio. "His work is a testament to the power of dance, and we are honored to carry that torch."

The American Ballet Theatre Studio Companyperforms masterworks of the classical and neoclassical canons alongside contemporary and newly created works. The group commissions a wide variety of choreographers to create new, custom pieces on the dancers each season. As part of the ABT Women’s Movement, the Studio Company commissions at least one new work by an emerging female choreographer each year. The vibrant young dancers of ABT Studio Company leverage the artistry, professionalism, and innovation of American Ballet Theatre to engage with a worldwide audience.The program showcases the talent and versatility of the Studio Company's exceptional dancers and is a must-see for dance lovers and fans of the arts. Get your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of breathtaking movement, stunning costumes, and masterful choreography.

Please bring your own lawn chair and/or picnic blanket, no outdoor seating is provided for Premium or General tickets. 

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Sunday, June 4, 2023

6:00 PM -- Limón Dance Company + American Ballet Theatre Studio Company

Cost: $45–65 General Admission

Location: Mountain Stage

A double bill featuring the Limón Dance Company and American Ballet Theatre Studio Company.

The Limón Dance Company will present two of the master choreographer's most iconic works, Chaconne (1942) and The Moor's Pavane (1949). The Moor’s Pavane, based on Shakespeare’s Othello, is a deeply personal piece that has been interpreted by notable dancers such as Rudolf Nureyev and Cynthia Gregory and is considered a hallmark of modern dance. This will be the company’s first performance on our Mountain Stage and will feature a new cast of talented performers. Don’t miss your chance to experience the beauty and power of Limón’s choreography in this special presentation.

"We are thrilled to honor Limón's legacy and bring his timeless works to a new generation," said Limón Dance Company’s Artistic Director, Dante Puleio. "His work is a testament to the power of dance, and we are honored to carry that torch."

The American Ballet Theatre Studio Companyperforms masterworks of the classical and neoclassical canons alongside contemporary and newly created works. The group commissions a wide variety of choreographers to create new, custom pieces on the dancers each season. As part of the ABT Women’s Movement, the Studio Company commissions at least one new work by an emerging female choreographer each year. The vibrant young dancers of ABT Studio Company leverage the artistry, professionalism, and innovation of American Ballet Theatre to engage with a worldwide audience.The program showcases the talent and versatility of the Studio Company's exceptional dancers and is a must-see for dance lovers and fans of the arts. Get your tickets now for an unforgettable evening of breathtaking movement, stunning costumes, and masterful choreography.

Please bring your own lawn chair and/or picnic blanket, no outdoor seating is provided for Premium or General tickets. 

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Friday, June 9, 2023

7:00PM -- ETHEL

Pay What You Can, General Admission

Black Box Theater, Studio Complex

Known for their dynamic and eclectic musical style, ETHEL has performed across the world and collaborated with jazz legends, rock stars, and composer-performers. With nine albums and numerous collaborations to their credit, ETHEL continues to forge human connections through sound and style. These performances are not to be missed by anyone looking to experience the best in contemporary classical.

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Saturday, June 10, 2023

7:00PM -- Curtis J. Stewart + ETHEL

75 minutes
$35–$55 General Admission
Black Box Theater, Studio Complex

Famed string quartet ETHEL pairs up with three-time GRAMMY Award-nominated violinist/composer Curtis J. Stewart for a special performance.

GRAMMY-nominated violinist and composer Curtis J. Stewart will bring his musical authenticity to the stage with a performance of works from his recently released album "Of Love." Exploring themes of self-determination, love, and loss, Stewart's music transcends the traditional boundaries of classical violin and serves as a source of inspiration for realizing one's own citizenship. As the Artistic Director of the American Composer's Orchestra and recipient of the Eastman "Centennial Award" for artistry and leadership, Stewart is dedicated to bridging the gap between classical music and contemporary life.

Joining Stewart on stage is the renowned string quartet ETHEL. Known for their dynamic and eclectic musical style, ETHEL has performed across the world and collaborated with jazz legends, rock stars, and composer-performers. With nine albums and numerous collaborations to their credit, ETHEL continues to forge human connections through sound and style. These performances are not to be missed by anyone looking to experience the best in contemporary classical music.

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Sunday, June 11, 2023

2:00PM -- Storing and Saving: The foundation of great cooking with Tamar Adler

$15 suggested, General Admission
Outdoors

Our Culinary Conversation series continues with "Storing and Saving: The foundation of great cooking," facilitated by Tamar Adler, author of The Everlasting Meal Cookbook and contributing editor at Vogue Magazine. The discussion will focus on the importance of saving and utilizing food scraps, stems, peels, rinds, and bones in cooking, and how this practice is rooted in various cultural traditions around the world. Adler will lead a diverse group of panelists who will speak on their own cultural traditions and experiences with storing and saving food. This promises to be a fascinating and educational discussion for anyone interested in reducing food waste and exploring global food traditions. 

Sarah Nsikak, a Nigerian American fabric artist who works with recycled fabrics and is inspired by Nigerian and Madagascan art.

Efren Hernandez, the Executive Chef of both Rivertown Lodge and Casa Susana, where he cooks the regional cuisine of Jalisco, Mexico.

Aditi Goswami, the chef and owner of Calcutta Kitchens, in Kingston.

Selha Graham, head buyer for Rolling Grocer 19 in Hudson. Mom of 7 children, Serial entrepreneur, Selha currently owns and operates two businesses of her own on top of her other duties to Rg19. Chicken owner and encourager, enthused by all that food, nature, and love have to offer.

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4:00PM -- Trisha Brown Dance Company, New Jersey Ballet + Roderick George | kNoname Artist

60 minutes
$45–$65 General Admission
Mountain Stage

This performance will showcase a lineup of renowned dance companies and choreographers, offering a diverse and captivating experience for audiences of all ages. Back by popular demand, Trisha Brown Dance Company will perform Rogues, choreographed by Trisha Brown in 2011, with costumes by Kay Voyce and sound by Alvin Curran. The new work Purcell Suite by New York City Ballet Principal Dancer, Harrison Ball will be performed by twelve women of the New Jersey Ballet. It was commissioned by New Jersey Ballet's new Artistic Director, Maria Kowroski, to rave reviews and features costumes by fashion designer Zac Posen. Roderick George’s company, kNoname Artist, will present an excerpt of The Missing Fruit. First conceptualized during the most recent Black Lives Matter protests, The Missing Fruit examines the experiences of Black and indigenous people and people of color, particularly addressing their struggles to combat oppression while making space for Black joy to thrive.

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Friday, June 16, 2023

7:00PM -- Move Me SCREENING - presented in collaboration with hudsy

$15 suggested, General Admission
Black Box Theater, Studio Complex

Kaatsbaan will present a screening of Move Me – A HUDSY Original Series showcasing the region's most inspiring dancers, choreographers, and performers—taking a deep dive into the soul behind the artists and allowing each to tell their own unique story, detailing their creative process and where their inspiration comes from. Episodes feature Anna Librada Georges, the Creative Director of the Hudson Valley Flamenco Festival; Livia Vanaver, Co-Founder, Co-Artistic Director, and Performer at the Vanaver Caravan, who performs original, world-infused choreography and music, both locally and internationally; and electric-hip hop dancer, singer, and choreographer, Ralph M’Vore - Founder of MVORENATION, a community of artists, models, performers, entrepreneurs, and entertainers out of Newburgh, NY. 

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Saturday, June 17, 2023

2:00PM -- Guided Tour with Wild Gather

$15–$30 General Admission
Outdoors

Wild Gather co-founders Lauren Giambrone and Mandana Boushee invite the public to join a 90-minute nature walk through the beautiful 153-acre campus of Kaatsbaan Cultural Park. This exploration will allow participants to discover the many habitats and plants that call the park home, and learn about the endless portals of inspiration they provide. Designed in conversation with Emily Coates and Emmanuéle Phuon from the production WE, this nature walk is an invitation and space for curious and shy plant nerds to connect with our plant kin. This walk will take place rain or shine, but in the event of dangerously inclement weather, this tour will be modified into an indoor medicine-making workshop. Don't miss out on this chance to explore the great outdoors with Wild Gather at Kaatsbaan Cultural Park.

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4:00PM + 7:00PM -- WE, An Evening-Length Collaboration between Emily Coates + Emmanuèle Phuon

70 minutes
$25 General Admission
Black Box Theater, Studio Complex + Grounds

WE is an evening-length collaboration between Emily Coates and Emmanuèle Phuon, both former dancers of Mikhail Baryshnikov’s and Yvonne Rainer’s companies. The performance combines storytelling in movement, words and images, taking place both indoors on a theatrical stage and outdoors in selected natural settings. The landscapes serve as a character in the work, reflecting on themes of animism, ecology, and astronomy through the mediums of postmodern dance and Cambodian classical dance. The artists use their memories and shared experiences to provoke the audience, leaving them with a heightened sensitivity to the environment around them. The work is powerful, necessary, and immediate yet primordial at the same time. Emmanuèle Phuon's work is directed by Vincent Dunoyer and performed by Emmanuèle Phuon and Amelia Dawe Sanders. Emily Coates' work is directed by Ain Gordon and performed by Charlie Burnham, Emily Coates, and Derek Lucci. 

Program A begins outdoors (Phuon) and moves indoors (Coates) Total Run Time: 69 min

Program B starts indoors (Phuon) and ends outdoors (Coates) Total Run Time: 69 min

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Sunday, June 18, 2023

4:00PM + 7:00PM -- WE, An Evening-Length Collaboration between Emily Coates + Emmanuèle Phuon

70 minutes
$25 General Admission
Black Box Theater, Studio Complex + Grounds

WE is an evening-length collaboration between Emily Coates and Emmanuèle Phuon, both former dancers of Mikhail Baryshnikov’s and Yvonne Rainer’s companies. The performance combines storytelling in movement, words and images, taking place both indoors on a theatrical stage and outdoors in selected natural settings. The landscapes serve as a character in the work, reflecting on themes of animism, ecology, and astronomy through the mediums of postmodern dance and Cambodian classical dance. The artists use their memories and shared experiences to provoke the audience, leaving them with a heightened sensitivity to the environment around them. The work is powerful, necessary, and immediate yet primordial at the same time. Emmanuèle Phuon's work is directed by Vincent Dunoyer and performed by Emmanuèle Phuon and Amelia Dawe Sanders. Emily Coates' work is directed by Ain Gordon and performed by Charlie Burnham, Emily Coates, and Derek Lucci. 

Program A begins outdoors (Phuon) and moves indoors (Coates) Total Run Time: 69 min

Program B starts indoors (Phuon) and ends outdoors (Coates) Total Run Time: 69 min

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Dates: June 2 – 18, 2023

Location: Kaatsbaan Cultural Park, 120 Broadway, Tivoli, NY 12583

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