Enjoy special performances by dancers of Ballet Genève performing Benjamin Millepied's duet Closer; a world premiere by Houston Ballet Artistic Director Stanton Welch performed by dancers of The School at Jacob's Pillow Ballet Program; dynamic performances by David Neumann, KEIGWIN + COMPANY, and the Mark Morris Dance Group; and a solo performance by acclaimed pianist and composer, Philip Glass. The Gala will also feature a preview of the Pillow-exclusive dance photography exhibit by Annie Leibovitz, and Executive and Artistic Director Ella Baff will present the prestigious Jacob's Pillow Dance Award to choreographer Crystal Pite.