A group of dancers are in a circle kneeling around one dancer who is standing up with her arms raised. Everyone is in pale blue outfits on a blue stage.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

New York, NY

New York City Center

Dec 27

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Date

Dec 27

Location

  • New York City Center
  • 131 W 55th St
  • New York, NY

Time

2PM
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The company that changed American dance forever returns to Brooklyn with a robust program of dazzling recent works and modern classics. See “America’s most popular dance company” (The New Yorker) on the BAM stage, where Alvin Ailey first performed in 1956. Over 65 years later, the company continues to champion African American artistry and forge a bold new path for Ailey’s legacy—and modern dance itself.

Founded by Alvin Ailey in 1974, this universally renowned company embodies his pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people. Under the leadership of Sylvia Waters, who served as artistic director for 38 seasons, Ailey II flourished into one of the most popular modern dance companies, combining a rigorous touring schedule with extensive community outreach programs.