Fox Cities P.A.C. Welcomes Ailey II 11/4

This November, the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center's Boldt Arts Alive! Series features a feast for the eyes onstage with renowned modern dance company Ailey II on Thursday, November 4, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets for Ailey II are $25 and can be purchased by calling Ticketmaster at (800) 982-2787 or the Center's ticket office at (920) 730-3760. Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center's ticket office or online at foxcitiespac.com. Groups of 15 or more can save by calling (920) 730-3786. Additional fees may apply.

Ailey II is renowned for using the beauty and humanity of the African-American experience and the American Modern dance tradition to inspire and unite people of all backgrounds. The Ailey spirit shines after more than 50 years as these artists perform an exhilarating and diverse repertoire including Alvin Ailey's timeless tribute to his African-American heritage, "Revelations," and thrilling new works by today's most outstanding choreographers. Ailey II merges the spirit and energy of some of the world's best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today's most outstanding emerging choreographers.

Started in 1974 as the Alvin Ailey Repertory Ensemble, Ailey II embodies Alvin Ailey's pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training and community programs for all people. Today, it has become one of the most popular dance companies in the United States. For a complete list and description of the pieces planned for the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center engagement, visit foxcitiespac.com.

Under the artistic direction of Sylvia Waters, Ailey II is comprised of the most promising scholarship students of The Ailey School and offers unique opportunities for artists to refine their technique while gaining invaluable performing and teaching experience during their tenure with the company. Throughout its history, many Ailey II members have gone on to pursue successful careers as dancers, teachers and choreographers with other professional dance companies, on Broadway and in schools.

In recent years, Ailey II's distinctive repertory has included works by dance masters Alvin Ailey, Talley Beatty, Ulysses Dove, Lar Lubovitch, George Faison, Robert Battle, and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's artistic director, Judith Jamison. Ailey II has also performed innovative works by emerging choreographers, including Thang Dao, Carlos Dos Santos and Christopher Huggins.

The Company's 2010-2011 tour consists of performances in over 35 cities across the United States and for the first time, embarking on an international tour with performances in France, Germany, and the U.K. The Company has received numerous honors, awards and proclamations in recognition of its residencies at major colleges and universities as well as visits to elementary, middle and high schools across the U.S.

Ailey II is presented by the Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, a nonprofit organization, which also supports the activities of the renowned Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, The Ailey School, Ailey Arts In Education & Community Programs and the Ailey Extension.

Ticket holders for Ailey II at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center are invited to attend a free Appleton Papers Inc. Community Engagement Activity before the November 4 performance led by a member of the company. Audience members can learn more about Ailey II and Alvin Ailey, the acclaimed dancer and choreographer who created a groundbreaking modern dance company to express the African American experience. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. Doors open to the Kimberly-Clark Theater at 6:30 p.m. with the preshow discussion starting at 6:45 p.m.

The Boldt Arts Alive! Series is supported by the title sponsor, The Boldt Company. The Boldt Arts Alive! Series is also supported in part by a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board with funds from the State of Wisconsin and the National Endowment for the Arts.

ABOUT THE FOX CITIES PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in downtown Appleton, provides a premier venue for live performing arts. The Center proudly serves as a gathering place for the community to engage in educational opportunities while enhancing a greater understanding and appreciation of the live performing arts. For more information on upcoming events, education programs and community involvement go to foxcitiespac.com. The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center - Where the Arts Come Alive!

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