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Ballet Hispánico to Present Diálogos: Black Leadership �" Post-Pandemic Reconstruction
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 13, 2024

Ballet Hispánico will present Diálogos: Black Leadership - Post-Pandemic Reconstruction, in honor of Black History Month, on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 6:00pm at Ballet Hispánico's Penthouse Studio.

Ailey Lights Up The Stage In Final Weeks Of Performances With Special Programs And Revelations Through The New Year
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 20, 2023

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 65th anniversary season swings into the final two weeks of its holiday season engagement with an exciting lineup of performances that will captivate New York City Center audiences.

Virginia Johnson, Michele Byrd-McPhee, and More Recieve 2023 Bessie Awards - Full List of Awards Announced!
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 5, 2023

The New York Dance and Performance Awards, the Bessies, has announced the 2023 award recipients at the 39th Bessie Awards Ceremony. The Illustrious Blacks hosted this year's celebratory event, which was held at Lincoln Center's Damrosch Park as part of Lincoln Center's Summer for the City. Check out a complete list of 2023 awards here!

Deeply Rooted Reveals New Leadership
by Stephi Wild - Apr 17, 2023

Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, and its parent organization, Deeply Rooted Productions, have commenced 2023 with significant developments in its evolution, as the organization continues to grow as one of Chicago's premier dance institutions.

Kanyok Arts Initiative Celebrates Five Years With Guest Of Honor Andy Blankenbuehler
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2023

​​​​​​​Kanyok Arts Initiative, an intimate New York City training program that bridges aspiring artists from the studio to the professional stage through a re-imagined multi-disciplinary curriculum, announces the KAI Gala, Sunday April 30 at 5:00pm with special guest of honor, Tony Award winning director-choreographer Andy Blankenbuehler.

Review: ALVIN AILEY American Dance Theater 2022 Season at New York City Center-Thrilling Programs Through 12/24
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 9, 2022

The 2022 Season performances by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center are now on stage to the delight of metro area audiences.

Washington Ballet Artistic Director Julie Kent to Complete Tenure at Conclusion of 22-23 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2022

The Washington Ballet has announced that Artistic Director Julie Kent will conclude her tenure with the Company at the end of the 2022–2023 season. Ms. Kent has accepted a new leadership role as Co-Artistic Director of Houston Ballet, effective July 2023.

Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project & 150 Media Stream Present COLOR IN MOTION An Activation and Installation
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 14, 2022

​​​​​​​The Chicago Black Dance Legacy Project at The University of Chicago's Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts and 150 Media Stream present Color in Motion, a dance film featuring Deeply Rooted Dance Theater, on view through November 16, 2022 at 150 N Riverside Plaza, a commercial space that showcases the work of local and international artists, bringing art to everyday life. 

Ballet 5:8 to Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month With Two Fall Performances In Chicago & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 31, 2022

Ballet 5:8, a female and minority-led premiere ballet company will celebrate 'National Hispanic Heritage Month' with two fall performances in Chicago and the VIP Premiere of The Living Room Series at Chicago Landmark Colvin House to honor Artistic Director Julianna Rubio Slager's Mexican American heritage.

Complete Cast & Creative Announced for World Premiere of GODDESS, Starring Amber Iman & More at Berkeley Rep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2022

Berkeley Repertory Theatre announced the full cast and creative team for the world premiere musical, Goddess. The musical stage production is conceived and directed by Saheem Ali, music and lyrics by Michael Thurber, and written by Jocelyn Bioh. Previews begin Saturday, August 13, and the show runs through Sunday, September 25.

Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER Presents a Marvelous Season at Lincoln Center
by Marina Kennedy - Jun 21, 2022

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s 2022 Season at the David H. Koch Theater of Lincoln Center was a joy to behold. After a three-year hiatus, the company once again presented performances from June 15th to June 19th.

World Premiere of BAREFACE & More Announced for Ballet 5:8 2022-2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2022

After celebrating a decade of beauty and innovation, Artistic Director and Resident Choreographer Julianna Rubio Slager today announceD the 2022-2023 season of Ballet 5:8, ambitiously launching the female and minority-led premiere ballet company into the next chapter.

Ailey to Share Holiday Revelations with Free Broadcast of #ReunitedWeDance Opening Night Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2021

The Ailey organization is sharing the gift of Holiday Revelations with a free broadcast of the #ReunitedWeDance Opening Night Gala on Wednesday, December 22 at 10am ET. 

Photos: Go Inside Ailey's #REUNITEDWEDANCE Opening Night Gala Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 3, 2021

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater kicked off its three-week 2021 homecoming season December 1 with a one-night only gala benefit complete with an inspirational performance at New York City Center and star-studded dinner-party at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. 

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's New York City Center Homecoming Season Kicks Off This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 30, 2021

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater kicks off its homecoming season with a one-night only gala benefit on Wednesday, December 1 at 7pm, complete with an exceptional performance at New York City Center and dinner-party at the Ziegfeld Ballroom.

Ailey's #ReunitedWeDance Opening Night Gala Benefit to Kick Off Homecoming Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2021

​​​​​​​Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will launch a three-week homecoming season on December 1 with a star-studded gala benefit performance at New York City Center and party at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. 

Ailey All Access Returns with a Fall Series of Free Digital Broadcasts
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 25, 2021

The Ailey organization will resume Ailey All Access with a fall series of free programs from August 25 – November 17 in advance of the much-anticipated return to the New York City Center stage for live performances this December.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre Announces In Person 2021 Season At City Center
by Alan Henry - Aug 11, 2021

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, New York City Center’s Principal Dance Company and America’s beloved cultural ambassador to the world, returns to the stage for a much-anticipated annual season in their “home” theater December 1–19, 2021.

Ailey Spring Gala Virtual Broadcast Premieres Celebration Of Hope, Promise And Future
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 26, 2021

Last night the premiere of the Ailey Spring Gala uplifted viewers around the world during a free broadcast celebrating Hope, Promise and the Future with performances from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and gifted young dancers from The Ailey School.

Photo Flash: Tiler Peck, Alex Wong, Ayodele Casel & More Take Part in Dance Against Cancer Event at Lincoln Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 22, 2021

Last night, Lincoln Center came back to life again with Dance Against Cancer, the largest ticketed dance event since venues shuttered in March of 2020 to the COVID pandemic. To date, Dance Against Cancer has raised over $2.1million dollars, and continues to honor the legacy of those who have lost their battle to cancer.