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Renee Robinson in Alvin Ailey’s Revelations. Photo by Paul Kolnik.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, recognized by U.S. Congressional resolution as a vital American “Cultural Ambassador to the World,” has performed for over 23 million people in 48 states and in 71 countries on 6 continents, celebrating the African-American cultural experience and the American modern dance tradition.

The Ailey Organization also includes:
  • Ailey II - a second performing company of young dancers and emerging choreographers
  • The Ailey School - one of the world's most extensive dance training programs
  • Ailey Arts in Education & Community Programs - which bring dance into classrooms and communities
  • The Ailey Extension - offering dance and fitness classes to the public

Ailey’s home in New York City is The Joan Weill Center for Dance, the nation’s largest building dedicated to dance.


Releases

Judith Jamison Honored at White House Dance Series Presented by First Lady Michelle Obama
Posted by , September 02, 2010
First Lady Michelle Obama has announced the Administration’s first event celebrating dance‐The White House Dance Series: A Tribute to Judith Jamison – on Tuesday, September 7th.  More >
The Ailey School Co-Directorship Announcement
Posted by , August 26, 2010
Today, the Ailey organization announced that Tracy Inman and Melanie Person have been named Co-Directors of The Ailey School. Since the passing of Denise Jefferson, the beloved long-time Director of The Ailey School, Inman and Person have served as Acting Co-Directors.  More >
Teen Dance Series and Tiny Steps for Children and Young Adults
Posted by , August 26, 2010
The Ailey Extension is pleased to announce a unique experience for 2-year-olds and teens ages 12-17 just in time for Back to School. September 12 – November 21, 2010, The Ailey Extension will present Teen Dance Series and Tiny Steps, two exciting and enriching dance experiences for students of all ages and levels.  More >
Press Coverage
Arts Briefly, Dancing in the Streets (Or Pennsylvania Avenue)
August 31, 2010
Broadway, jazz and country music have all been the focus of cultural events at the WHite House, and now dance will take center stage.
Arts Briefly, Co-Director Announcement
August 27, 2010
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has announced the appointment of two new co-directors for the Ailey School, its training academy.
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