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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Join the millions worldwide who have experienced the Ailey company in person.
Special Events
The Ailey organization hosts three fundraising galas each year, attracting luminaries in business, philanthropy, and entertainment from around the globe.
Dance & Fitness Classes for Adults
The Ailey Extension offers "real classes for real people" (ages 16 and up). With more than 80 dance and fitness classes each week, there's something for everyone at any experience level.
Series for Kids & Teens Ailey offers recreational courses and pre-professional training for kids and teens ages 2-17.
Professional Classes
The Ailey School offers open classes for dancers with three of more years of formal or professional dance training.
Join the Dance
Join Ailey as a Friend or Partner and enjoy special benefits while helping to develop and expand Ailey's artistic, cultural and educational programs.
Special Events
The Ailey organization hosts three fundraising galas each year, attracting luminaries in business, philanthropy, and entertainment from around the globe.
New Collection
Our 2011-12 collection features t-shirts and accessories in vibrant color, plus a variety of souvenirs that celebrate the artistry of Ailey.
2011-2012 Season Poster
Ailey’s 2011-2012 official season poster features Kirven James Boyd in “Sinner Man” from the dance masterpiece Revelations. Photo by Andrew Eccles.
Size 14 x 22.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater was founded in 1958 by dancer, choreographer and visionary Alvin Ailey, to bring African-American cultural expression and the American modern dance tradition to the world.
Ailey II
Since 1974, Ailey II has been a peerless showcase for rising young dancers and choreographers.