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6 days ago · Alvin Ailey Jr. (January 5, 1931 – December 1, 1989) was an American dancer, director, choreographer, and activist who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT).
Sep 3, 2024 · Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is more than a company: It’s a brand, an integral piece of the cultural fabric of this country. It’s huge. But somehow the man who created the Ailey...
Aug 22, 2024 · During the 2024-25 Season, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to Paris, France for performances at Palais des Congrès de Paris, October 18–26. The Company’s extensive annual national tour will reach nearly 20 cities from January through May 2025.
Aug 27, 2024 · This virtual program introduces Ailey’s profound legacy as one of the most influential figures in modern dance ahead of the opening of the Museum’s fall blockbuster exhibition, Edges of Ailey. Members will be captivated by Ailey’s ability to intertwine dance, music, and visual art to create a powerful form of storytelling—from his early ...
Aug 21, 2024 · This dynamic showcase brings together visual art, live performance, music, a range of archival materials, and a multi-screen video installation drawn from recordings of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) repertory to explore the full range of Ailey’s personal and creative life.
3 days ago · Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater was founded in 1958 by dancer, choreographer, and visionary Alvin Ailey, to bring African-American Dance to all audiences.
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Aug 24, 2024 · Cal Performances presents Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, April 8–13, 2025 at Zellerbach Hall. Strength, precision, and passion remain the hallmarks of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater more than 65 years after its inception.
