Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, New York, NY

Directed by the legendary dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison, the world-renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater celebrates its 50th year of bringing African-American cultural expression and the American modern dance tradition to the world’s stages. The 18-month celebration will include a U.S. tour featuring special events, promotions and collaborations. The troupe officially begins its five week season at the New York City Center this December. Visit the official AAADT website for more information.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in the News

• White House to Honor Judith Jamison in Dance Tribute
  *Judith Jamison, the legendary dance choreographer and artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, is scheduled to be honored at the White House today during a special dance tribute, reports the Associated Press. The East Room tribute is set to mark the Obama administration’s first celebration of dance, and will include performances in [...]
• Michelle Obama – Judith Jamison To Be Honoured At The White House
  JUDITH JAMISON, the legendary dance choreographer and artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, is set to be honoured at the White House today (7th…
• Michelle Obama hosts first White House dance event
  In the end, it was a wonder the three massive chandeliers gracing the White House East Room remained intact, given the high-voltage expenditure of human energy taking place beneath them.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater on Youtube

• – Revelations
  
  This is an Alvin Ailey classic. Gospel music choreographed by the man himself way back in the 1960s. I've seen this live many times. Every …
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• – Love Stories
  
  Alvin Ailey company dancin' to some Stevie Wonder music and some african beats. its a mix of classical, modern, & hip hop. Very cool!
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• Celebrates 50th
  
  The Alvin Ailey American Dance company is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Although the acclaimed troupe has evolved, it still operates on the …
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