Pilobolus: Trips

Pilobolus’s 50+ years of innovation captivates fans across time and space, embodying the way life changes shape.

Pilobolus, a beacon of innovation in the dance world since 1971, pushes the limits of human physicality to reveal the beauty and power of connected bodies. With a fearless and rebellious spirit rooted in its Dartmouth College origins, Pilobolus captivates audiences through a dynamic blend of athleticism, artistry, and imagination. Their ever-evolving repertoire, created in collaboration with dancers and thinkers from diverse disciplines, has touched hearts and minds worldwide, leaving a lasting imprint on popular culture with over 120 pieces performed across 65 countries. Pilobolus’s shows engage, inspire, and astonish, leaving viewers with a profound sense of connection and wonder.

Pilobolus’s history is rich with accolades and collaborations with some of the world’s most influential minds. Recognized as one of Dance Heritage Coalition’s “Irreplaceable Dance Treasures,” Pilobolus continues to be at the forefront of innovation in the performing arts, a journey chronicled in Robert Pranzatelli’s 2024 book Pilobolus: A Story of Dance and Life, detailing Pilobolus’s rise from a counterculture experiment to a cultural institution.

Pilobolus’s outreach programs extend this creative ethos, welcoming everyone—regardless of age, ability, or experience—to explore the joy of movement and the limitless potential of collaboration through masterclasses, workshops, and other interactive and educational experiences.

Pilobolus’s mission is to create, perform, and preserve dances, expand and diversify audiences, and teach dancers, non-dancers, and organizations to harness creative potential.