Prime Performances

Directed by François Truffaut and starring Julie Christie, Oskar Werner and Cyril Cusack, this British dystopian drama film was Truffaut's first color film and his only non-French language film.

Directed and co-written by Ramin Bahrani and starring Michael B. Jordan and Michael Shannon, this American dystopian drama film premiered at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival with praise for the performances and visuals.

Adapted and directed by Wynn Handman, Literature to Life’s verbatim stage production is performed by Rich Orlow who tells the story from the perspective of the protagonist and seamlessly transitions between the five other primary characters.

This Bessie-award winning company has been committed to the development of diverse movement on the global stage for over 50 years.

The multinational trio of Tatiana Desardouin, Lauriane Ogay and Mai Lê Hô brings societal issues to light through their street dance, hip-hop, house and clubbing styles.

Arguably the first true horror film and one considered the quintessential work of German Expressionist cinema, this silent film from 1920 is accompanied by an original score composed by Brett L. Wery performed live by wind ensemble Quintocracy.

Born in 1982, this trailblazing company foreshadowed issues of identity, form and social commentary that would change the face of American dance.

Consistently garnering the highest praise for their technical aplomb and sheer human authenticity, this ensemble is considered by many as the preeminent modern dance organization of our time.

Pianist Duncan Cumming, violinist Hilary Cumming and cellist Şölen Dikener team up with the revered regional modern dance company in a program of live music and dynamic dance.

Turning dance into a live sporting event, this unique show incorporates movement and personal stories for an unprecedented look into the life of a dancer as a new kind of sports hero, one that keeps moving against all odds.

From Hell to Paradise is a multidisciplinary performance created by Emiliano Pellisari, director of this sensational Italian company.

Written and performed by LeLand Gantt and directed by Estelle Parsons, this one-man show explores the actor’s personal journey to understand and eventually transcend racism in America.

To kick off Women’s History Month, this program features four storytellers spinning yarns about strong and influential women: both past and present, famous and lesser known, real or imagined in myths, folktales and legends.

The most innovative and influential tap dancer of his generation returns with a new program.

In its 13th anniversary year, the PAC’s annual artist-in-residence exchange program will host this faculty ensemble from SUNY Fredonia featuring cellist Natasha Farny and pianist Eliran Avni.

Spellbinding short stories by established and emerging writers take on new life when they are performed by stars of stage, screen and television.

For over three decades, The Egg’s resident company has graced its home stage with imaginative and inspiring premieres.