Ailey National Tour Celebrates A Decade Of Robert Battle's Leadership And 50th Anniversary Of Alvin Ailey's CRY
by A.A. Cristi
- Jan 27, 2022
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, America's beloved cultural ambassador to the world, returns to stages on a coast-to-coast National Tour starting January 28 in Philadelphia, kicking off Black History Month at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. on February 1 , and traveling to cities like Atlanta, Miami, Berkeley, Boston, Chicago, and Los Angeles before the finale in Newark on May 8.
Interview: Michael Jackson, Jr. of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
by G K Schatzman
- Jan 23, 2022
Dancer Michael Jackson, Jr. of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater talks inspirations, anticipations, and coming back from Covid lockdown in advance of the company’s first tour stop at Philadelphia Kimmel Cultural Campus’ Academy of Music. Mr. Jackson first joined the company in 2011 after working with the Dance Theatre of Harlem, Dallas Black Dance Theatre, and Philadanco.
Kennedy Center to Present Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Jan 12, 2022
The acclaimed Ailey American Dance Theater returns February 1-6 to the Kennedy Center Opera House stage, led by Robert Battle on his 10th anniversary as Artistic Director, with seven performances featuring a mix of new productions, a D.C. premiere, and enduring favorites.
Ailey Artistry Brings Dance To The People In Person, Online, And Through A National Television Network Broadcast
by A.A. Cristi
- Jan 5, 2022
From January 11 through May 8, audiences across the country will have the opportunity to experience the extraordinary artistry of Ailey with a cornucopia of performances and programs, including two national tours—by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and Ailey II—as well as the nationwide broadcast of the acclaimed documentary film AILEY, with its immersive portrait of dance pioneer Alvin Ailey, and the continuation of Ailey All Access, the organization's digital programming for all audiences.
American Masters to Premiere Alvin Ailey Documentary
by Michael Major
- Dec 20, 2021
American Masters: Ailey is a portrait of the legendary choreographer Alvin Ailey (1931-1989), a trailblazing pioneer who founded his influential studio Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 1958 at age 27. Using previously unheard audio interviews recorded in the last year of Ailey’s life, the documentary presents the his journey in his own words.
The Joyce Theater Announces Spring/Summer 2022
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Dec 17, 2021
he Joyce Theater Foundation announced today the full lineup of U.S. and international talent that will grace The Joyce’s storied stage for its Spring/Summer 2022 season. Nearly two dozen companies and dance creators will bring their unparalleled creativity and astounding artistic innovation to the iconic, intimate home for dance in New York City.
BWW Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER: BATTLE 10TH ANNIVERSARY at City Center
by Cindy Sibilsky
- Dec 11, 2021
The season features premieres, favorites, and a “greatest hits” retrospective of Robert Battle’s choreography. Battle 10th Anniversary is a sample platter of current Artistic Director River Battle’s decade in that role. Like a master chef, the selections of his dance offerings spanning ten years are palatable and varied yet complimentary.
OZ Arts Nashville to Present Rennie Harris Puremovement Master Class
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Oct 1, 2021
Join company members from Rennie Harris Puremovement for a FREE, high impact Master Class at TM Productions, featuring the company's expertise in various Street dance styles from Hip-hop to house. Participants are expected to have intermediate dance experience or above.
Kimmel Cultural Campus Announces 2021/2022 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Jul 27, 2021
Kimmel Cultural Campus has announced the much-anticipated return of in-person performing arts across their venues: the Kimmel Center, the Academy of Music, and the Merriam Theater. On September 18, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., Kimmel Cultural Campus will host a grand reopening event in Commonwealth Plaza to celebrate the start of the 2021-22 season.
OZ Arts Nashville Announces 2021-22 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Jul 15, 2021
Contemporary arts center OZ Arts Nashville today announced its lineup of dynamic programming for the 2021-22 season, which features dance, theater and multimedia performances by influential contemporary artists and ensembles from around the world, as well as groundbreaking national and local artists.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, ABT, NYCB & More Join Forces for RESTART STAGES
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Jul 6, 2021
Five of New York City’s most acclaimed dance companies—Ballet Hispánico, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, and Dance Theatre of Harlem—will perform on the same stage at the first BAAND Together Dance Festival in Damrosch Park as part of Restart Stages.
How Broadway Is Celebrating Juneteenth 2021 and How to Tune In
by Nicole Rosky
- Jun 18, 2021
President Biden has just signed a bill making Juneteenth a federal holiday, and while that news is enough to celebrate, there are plenty of theatrical festivities going on this weekend to keep the party going. BroadwayWorld has pulled together a list of what you can watch from home!
Ailey All Access Announces Juneteenth Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz
- Jun 11, 2021
In observance of Juneteenth, Ailey All Access will present a program of conversation and dance, speaking to the enduring power of the human spirit and extending Alvin Ailey’s legacy of artistic activism.
Ballet Hispánico Announces Linda Celeste Sims As Company's New Rehearsal Director
by A.A. Cristi
- May 17, 2021
Ballet Hispánico, the nation's renowned Latinx dance organization recognized last year as one of America's Cultural Treasures, announces the appointment of Linda Celeste Sims as its new Rehearsal Director. Sims returns to the Company after beginning her dance journey as a student and Company dancer at Ballet Hispánico. She steps into the new role following a 24-year accomplished career at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, in addition to recent remote teaching positions at Marymount College, Ailey Extension, as well as Ballet Hispánico.
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