Alvin Ailey
Dancer, director, choreographer, and activist who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
Date of Birth: January 05, 1931 (95)
Birth Place: Rogers, TX, USA
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Video: Alvin Ailey Celebrates At Opening Night Gala Featuring Honorary Chair And Honored Guest Ciara
by A.A. Cristi - 2025-12-04 21:17:53
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Debbie Allen and Savion Glover Among 2026 Dance Hall of Fame Inductees
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2026
The Dance Hall of Fame announced its second class of honorees, including Debbie Allen, George Balanchine, Toni Basil, Katherine Dunham, Savion Glover, Mandy Moore, the Nicholas Brothers, and WEST SIDE STORY legends George Chakiris, Rita Moreno and Russ Tamblyn.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 24, 2026
The Dance Hall of Fame announced its second class of honorees, including Debbie Allen, George Balanchine, Toni Basil, Katherine Dunham, Savion Glover, Mandy Moore, the Nicholas Brothers, and WEST SIDE STORY legends George Chakiris, Rita Moreno and Russ Tamblyn.
City Center Launches Passport To Rhythm In Partnership With Ailey
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2026
City Center is launching a new family event inspired by a children's book written by Alicia Graf Mack, artistic director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, as part of its 2026–2027 season.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 24, 2026
City Center is launching a new family event inspired by a children's book written by Alicia Graf Mack, artistic director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, as part of its 2026–2027 season.
djassi daCosta johnson Named Artistic Director of DANCES FOR A VARIABLE POPULATION
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026
djassi daCosta johnson has been appointed artistic director of DANCES FOR A VARIABLE POPULATION, succeeding founder Naomi Goldberg Haas. The New York-based organization focuses on dance, education, and performance for older adults.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2026
djassi daCosta johnson has been appointed artistic director of DANCES FOR A VARIABLE POPULATION, succeeding founder Naomi Goldberg Haas. The New York-based organization focuses on dance, education, and performance for older adults.
Marblehead School of Ballet Marks 55-Year Milestone
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
The Marblehead School of Ballet celebrates its fifty-fifth anniversary with a season of special events, workshops, and classes for dancers of all ages and skill levels.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
The Marblehead School of Ballet celebrates its fifty-fifth anniversary with a season of special events, workshops, and classes for dancers of all ages and skill levels.
MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY to Present Fall 2026 Studio Series
by Rachel Stone - Sep 16, 2026
The Martha Graham Dance Company will present four Studio Series events at its Times Square location, featuring Graham classics, newly commissioned works, and pre-show movement activities for audience participation.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 16, 2026
The Martha Graham Dance Company will present four Studio Series events at its Times Square location, featuring Graham classics, newly commissioned works, and pre-show movement activities for audience participation.
AILEY II: THE NEXT GENERATION OF DANCE is Coming to Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2026
Ailey II, the second company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, will present a mixed repertory including works by Francesca Harper, Ronald K. Brown, and Alvin Ailey at Westport Country Playhouse.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2026
Ailey II, the second company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, will present a mixed repertory including works by Francesca Harper, Ronald K. Brown, and Alvin Ailey at Westport Country Playhouse.
Paul Taylor Dance Company to perform at Northrop with live orchestra.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 15, 2026
Paul Taylor Dance Company will perform a mixed-repertory evening at Northrop accompanied by a live orchestra. The company continues the legacy of founder Paul Taylor under artistic direction of Michael Novak.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 15, 2026
Paul Taylor Dance Company will perform a mixed-repertory evening at Northrop accompanied by a live orchestra. The company continues the legacy of founder Paul Taylor under artistic direction of Michael Novak.
MADAMA BUTTERFLY & NIXON IN CHINA to Launch Washington National Opera Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Washington National Opera opens its first independent season at DAR Constitution Hall with productions of Puccini's Madama Butterfly and John Adams's Nixon in China, plus a special concert featuring Renée Fleming and Thomas Hampson. Single tickets are now on sale.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 10, 2026
Washington National Opera opens its first independent season at DAR Constitution Hall with productions of Puccini's Madama Butterfly and John Adams's Nixon in China, plus a special concert featuring Renée Fleming and Thomas Hampson. Single tickets are now on sale.
Kravis Center Reveals FOR THE LOVE OF LIVE Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026
The Kravis Center will present a season featuring Broadway productions, world-renowned orchestras, legendary artists, dance, comedy and family entertainment across three venues in West Palm Beach.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2026
The Kravis Center will present a season featuring Broadway productions, world-renowned orchestras, legendary artists, dance, comedy and family entertainment across three venues in West Palm Beach.
Sadler's Wells Reveals October Dance Season With Ballet Black, DEEPFAKE, and More
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Sadler's Wells venues will host a series of contemporary dance and ballet premieres, including works from Jess & Morgs, Mamela Nyamza, Alleyne Dance, Dickson Mbi, Motionhouse, Acosta Danza, Ballet Black, and London City Ballet.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 8, 2026
Sadler's Wells venues will host a series of contemporary dance and ballet premieres, including works from Jess & Morgs, Mamela Nyamza, Alleyne Dance, Dickson Mbi, Motionhouse, Acosta Danza, Ballet Black, and London City Ballet.
Ailey II to Launch 27-City Tour Featuring World Premiere by Francesca Harper
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026
Ailey II will tour 27 US cities from September 22, 2026, to April 11, 2027, presenting a world premiere by Francesca Harper and works by Alvin Ailey and Ronald K. Brown, concluding with a New York run March 31–April 11.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 2, 2026
Ailey II will tour 27 US cities from September 22, 2026, to April 11, 2027, presenting a world premiere by Francesca Harper and works by Alvin Ailey and Ronald K. Brown, concluding with a New York run March 31–April 11.
New York Theatre Ballet to Present UNCAGED+ and HOMAGE at Danspace Project
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2026
New York Theatre Ballet will open its first season under Antonia Franceschi with performances at Danspace Project, featuring UNCAGED+, the American premiere of HOMAGE, and SHORT RIDE OUT.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 1, 2026
New York Theatre Ballet will open its first season under Antonia Franceschi with performances at Danspace Project, featuring UNCAGED+, the American premiere of HOMAGE, and SHORT RIDE OUT.
Carbonell Awards Names Three Educators Winners of Howard Kleinberg Award
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
The Carbonell Awards named Gary Cadwallader, Jairo Ontiveros and Lori Slade Sessions joint recipients of the Howard Kleinberg Award, honoring contributions to arts education in South Florida theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 1, 2026
The Carbonell Awards named Gary Cadwallader, Jairo Ontiveros and Lori Slade Sessions joint recipients of the Howard Kleinberg Award, honoring contributions to arts education in South Florida theatre.
Palm Desert Choreography Festival Reveals Finalists, and Will Honor Dwight Rhoden With Lifetime Achievement
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
The McCallum Theatre's Palm Desert Choreography Festival has selected 24 finalists and will honor Dwight Rhoden of COMPLEXIONS Contemporary Ballet with its Lifetime Achievement Award.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 31, 2026
The McCallum Theatre's Palm Desert Choreography Festival has selected 24 finalists and will honor Dwight Rhoden of COMPLEXIONS Contemporary Ballet with its Lifetime Achievement Award.
EVIDENCE to Perform WHERE THE LIGHT SHINES THROUGH at Kaatsbaan Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2026
Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE will perform on Kaatsbaan Cultural Park's outdoor Mountain Stage in Tivoli, New York, presenting WHERE THE LIGHT SHINES THROUGH and TORCH as part of the venue's Annual Festival.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 26, 2026
Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE will perform on Kaatsbaan Cultural Park's outdoor Mountain Stage in Tivoli, New York, presenting WHERE THE LIGHT SHINES THROUGH and TORCH as part of the venue's Annual Festival.
NILE RODGERS & CHIC to Perform at DKMS Gala at Cipriani Wall Street
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
DKMS will host its 20th annual gala at Cipriani Wall Street in New York, featuring a concert from Nile Rodgers & CHIC and a performance by New York City Ballet principal dancer Joseph Gordon.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
DKMS will host its 20th annual gala at Cipriani Wall Street in New York, featuring a concert from Nile Rodgers & CHIC and a performance by New York City Ballet principal dancer Joseph Gordon.
EVIDENCE, A Dance Company to Perform at Kaatsbaan's 2026 Annual Festival
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
Ronald K. Brown's EVIDENCE will perform WHERE THE LIGHT SHINES THROUGH and TORCH on Kaatsbaan Cultural Park's outdoor Mountain Stage in Tivoli, NY, as part of the venue's Annual Festival.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 26, 2026
Ronald K. Brown's EVIDENCE will perform WHERE THE LIGHT SHINES THROUGH and TORCH on Kaatsbaan Cultural Park's outdoor Mountain Stage in Tivoli, NY, as part of the venue's Annual Festival.
Emanuele Fiore Expands His Role as a Performer in Pinocchio Pop and Across New York's Dance Scene
by Felicitas de la Fare - Aug 31, 2026
For Emanuele Fiore, dance has increasingly become one part of a broader performance language that includes theater, music, and choreography. Since his work in the 2024 Off-Broadway production Sempreverde: Evergreen, Fiore has continued to take on increasingly prominent roles while working with dance companies and Italian cultural productions throughout New York.
by Felicitas de la Fare - Aug 31, 2026
For Emanuele Fiore, dance has increasingly become one part of a broader performance language that includes theater, music, and choreography. Since his work in the 2024 Off-Broadway production Sempreverde: Evergreen, Fiore has continued to take on increasingly prominent roles while working with dance companies and Italian cultural productions throughout New York.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Reveals Holiday Season at New York City Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Alicia Graf Mack will lead the company's holiday engagement, featuring a world premiere by Jamar Roberts honoring Luther Vandross alongside new works and revived classics.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 21, 2026
Alicia Graf Mack will lead the company's holiday engagement, featuring a world premiere by Jamar Roberts honoring Luther Vandross alongside new works and revived classics.
Jessica Lang Named Artistic Advisor at Kaatsbaan Cultural Park
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Choreographer Jessica Lang will succeed founder Kevin McKenzie as Artistic Advisor at Kaatsbaan Cultural Park, advising leadership on artist residencies and programming at the site.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 18, 2026
Choreographer Jessica Lang will succeed founder Kevin McKenzie as Artistic Advisor at Kaatsbaan Cultural Park, advising leadership on artist residencies and programming at the site.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Alvin Ailey been in?
Alvin Ailey has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Alvin Ailey been in?
Alvin Ailey has not appeared in the West End.
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