Admire the timelessness of Alvin Ailey’s choreography and see why ‘Theater’ is imbedded in more than just the the name of his Company. Restaged last season after 34 years in the archives, the power of resilience still rings true in Alvin Ailey’s ‘Survivors.’ Set to the haunting vocals of Abbey Lincoln and soulful rhythm of Max Roach’s drumming, this ballet is a tribute to the unwavering courage of Nelson and Winnie Mandela. Select performances, Nov 29 – Dec 31. Get tickets now! | Alvin Ailey Ame
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Admire the timelessness of Alvin Ailey’s choreography and see why ‘Theater’ is imbedded in more than just the the name of his Company. Restaged last season after 34 years in the archives, the power of resilience still rings true in Alvin Ailey’s ‘Survivors.’ Set to the haunting vocals of Abbey Lincoln and soulful rhythm of Max Roach’s drumming, this ballet is a tribute to the unwavering courage of Nelson and Winnie Mandela. Select performances, Nov 29 – Dec 31. Get tickets now! | Alvin Ailey Ame
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Explore the life of the legendary choreographer Alvin Ailey, whose dances express the Black American experience with grace, strength, and beauty. “Ailey” is now streaming: https://to.pbs.org/3YxjZIq [VID: Footage of Alvin Ailey choreographing interspersed with dance rehearsals and performances. Transcript: I'm Alvin Ailey. I'm a choreographer. I create movement, and I'm searching for truth in movement. I have these creative sides bubbling inside. He was possessed. Some say the Alvin Ailey Americ
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Explore the life of the legendary choreographer Alvin Ailey, whose dances express the Black American experience with grace, strength, and beauty. “Ailey” is now streaming: https://to.pbs.org/3YxjZIq [VID: Footage of Alvin Ailey choreographing interspersed with dance rehearsals and performances. Transcript: I'm Alvin Ailey. I'm a choreographer. I create movement, and I'm searching for truth in movement. I have these creative sides bubbling inside. He was possessed. Some say the Alvin Ailey Americ
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One of our most beloved traditions during the New York City Center season is having The Ailey School students perform with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 'Memoria' by Alvin Ailey! You can see this beautiful tribute to Mr. Ailey's mentor, Joyce Trisler, at the following performances: Friday, Dec 12 at 7:30pm Sunday, Dec 14 at 2pm Wednesday, Dec 17 at 7:30pm Tickets for all New York City Center performances are on sale now, link in our bio! 🎥 : Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and studen
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One of our most beloved traditions during the New York City Center season is having The Ailey School students perform with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 'Memoria' by Alvin Ailey! You can see this beautiful tribute to Mr. Ailey's mentor, Joyce Trisler, at the following performances: Friday, Dec 12 at 7:30pm Sunday, Dec 14 at 2pm Wednesday, Dec 17 at 7:30pm Tickets for all New York City Center performances are on sale now, link in our bio! 🎥 : Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and studen
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#InMotion: Move through the first large-scale exhibition on the life and enduring legacy of visionary artist and choreographer Alvin Ailey in a short film capturing the art of movement ⭐️⁠ ⁠ Dancer turned director Ezra Hurwitz, in collaboration with Ailey II artistic director Francesca Harper, feature movement as museum pieces against the Whitney Museum of American Art’s striking architecture for ‘Echoes of Ailey’⁠ ⁠ Watch the full film on NOWNESS: https://www.nowness.com/series/in-motion/echoes
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#InMotion: Move through the first large-scale exhibition on the life and enduring legacy of visionary artist and choreographer Alvin Ailey in a short film capturing the art of movement ⭐️⁠ ⁠ Dancer turned director Ezra Hurwitz, in collaboration with Ailey II artistic director Francesca Harper, feature movement as museum pieces against the Whitney Museum of American Art’s striking architecture for ‘Echoes of Ailey’⁠ ⁠ Watch the full film on NOWNESS: https://www.nowness.com/series/in-motion/echoes
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#AileyInspirations presented by Wells Fargo Donald McKayle (1930-2018) was the first African American man to direct and choreograph a Broadway musical ('Raisin' in 1973), and created many modern dance works such as ‘Rainbow ‘Round my Shoulder’ that are now considered classics. He and Alvin Ailey performed together in the 1954 Broadway musical ‘House of Flowers’ and later Mr. Ailey commissioned him to create works for the Ailey company. Fun Fact: Mr. Ailey discovered Judith Jamison when she was a
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#AileyInspirations presented by Wells Fargo Donald McKayle (1930-2018) was the first African American man to direct and choreograph a Broadway musical ('Raisin' in 1973), and created many modern dance works such as ‘Rainbow ‘Round my Shoulder’ that are now considered classics. He and Alvin Ailey performed together in the 1954 Broadway musical ‘House of Flowers’ and later Mr. Ailey commissioned him to create works for the Ailey company. Fun Fact: Mr. Ailey discovered Judith Jamison when she was a
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to DC
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Choreographed in 1958, Alvin Ailey launched the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater with 'Blues Suite'. It was the sixth ballet he'd ever choreographed and is considered one of his first masterpieces. Members of the Company in Alvin Ailey’s ‘Blues Suite’ video by Logical Chaos | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
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Choreographed in 1958, Alvin Ailey launched the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater with 'Blues Suite'. It was the sixth ballet he'd ever choreographed and is considered one of his first masterpieces. Members of the Company in Alvin Ailey’s ‘Blues Suite’ video by Logical Chaos | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
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The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater launched its 2026 U.S. tour under its new artistic director, Alicia Graf Mack. A renowned former Ailey dancer and educator, Graf Mack is now fusing those roles to lead the modern dance troupe, which started in 1958. Geoff Bennett (@GeoffRBennett) interviewed Graf Mack as the company kicked off its tour in Washington, D.C. The interview is part of our arts and culture series, CANVAS. | PBS NewsHour
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AILEY is thrilled to offer an exclusive first look at 'Many Angels,' a world premiere by legendary choreographer Lar Lubovitch. Set to Mahler’s Symphony No. 5, this breathtaking new work pairs Lubovitch's renowned choreography with timeless questions of faith and existence. Don’t miss its world premiere on December 12! Join Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center Dec 4 - Jan 5. Purchase tickets here: http://lite.spr.ly/60088YZj #AlvinAiley #ManyAngels #LarLubovitch #DancePerfo
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Chapter 3 of Portrait of Ailey is available to watch online now! Portrait of Ailey is an eight-part series on the life, career, influences, and artistry of Alvin Ailey. Learn how Mr. Ailey made the leap from a dancer in Lester Horton’s dance company to a fledgling choreographer with bold ambitions. Created by Ailey II Artistic Director Emerita Sylvia Waters with Ailey Archivist Dominique Singer, this unique series combines rare archival footage with never-before-heard interviews that reveal the
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Meet Erzulie ✨ the Haitian Vodou goddess of love, water, and beauty who comes to life in 'Jazz Island'. Through Maija Garcia's choreography, ancestral rhythms, and divine energy, Erzulie reminds us that love connects us all. You have 3 more chances to see 'Jazz Island' at New York City Center. Click the link in bio to buy tickets! Ailey dancer Caroline T. Dartey in 'Jazz Island'. Photo by Paul Kolnik | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
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Set to music by Duke Ellington, Wynton Marsalis, and War, Ronald K. Brown’s evocative choreography in 'Dancing Spirit' uses movement from Cuba, Brazil, and the United States to conjure dancing spirits who embody Judith Jamison’s elegance, vision, dignity, and generosity. Ailey Dancer Hannah Alissa Richardson in 'Dancing Spirit' by Ronald K. Brown #AlvinAiley #AileyOnTour #Dance | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
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Experience Ailey II's Dance Performance in NYC
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Tickets for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Shows in NYC and 2025 U.S. Tour!
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Experience Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in NYC
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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns to Atlanta
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Celebrating 53 Years of Cry with Judith Jamison
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In celebration of the life and legacy of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison, all performances of an excerpt of Alvin Ailey's 'Cry' will feature four Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater dancers onstage at once! Cities featuring this special tribute include: Philadelphia, PA Chicago, IL Los Angeles, CA Newark, NJ (Programs, casting, and prices are subject to change without notice)
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5 Iconic Alvin Ailey Dance Performances #AmericanMastersPBS #Shorts
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Dreaming of dancing in NYC? 💭 Make it happen at The Ailey School! Video submissions are due April 1!
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