ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER Announces Program for Performances at Knight Theatre 2/9-2/14

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's signature piece "Revelations" will be part of the company's program on Tuesday and Thursday (Feb. 9 & 11) at 7:30 PM, Saturday (Feb. 13) at 8:00 PM and Sunday (Feb. 14) at 3:00 PM. "Revelations" will not be included in the program on other performances. 

Ticketed patrons who would like more information about switching to a different performance may call the box office at 704-372-1000.

Hailed by The New York Times as being "rich with fine performers these days, both established and rising stars," Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will soon bring the beauty, power, passion and artistry that are its hallmarks to audiences in Charlotte. Led by acclaimed Artistic Director Judith Jamison, the Company will present a diverse repertory of revered classics, recent favorites, exciting premieres and dramatic new productions.

Founded in 1958 by Alvin Ailey, the troupe is known for its vibrant artistry and repertory as well as for Mr. Ailey's humanist vision. The company of 30 dancers earned its nickname, "Cultural Ambassador to the World" because of its extensive international touring. AAADT has performed for an estimated 23 million people in 71 countries worldwide. Upon every new stage they promote the uniqueness of the African American cultural experience combined with the preservation and enrichment of the American modern dance.

Alvin Ailey program schedule at the Knight Theater

Tues 2/9 7:30pm
UPTOWN / DANCING SPIRIT / REVELATIONS

Wed 2/10 7:30pm
SUITE OTIS / AMONG US / LOVE STORIES*

Thurs 2/11 7:30pm
BEST OF 20 ACT I** / BEST OF 20 ACT II** / REVELATIONS

Fri 2/12 8:00pm
UPTOWN / DANCING SPIRIT / LOVE STORIES*

Sat 2/13 matinee 2:00pm
SUITE OTIS / AMONG US / LOVE STORIES*

Sat 2/13 evening 8:00pm
BEST OF 20 ACT I** / BEST OF 20 ACT II** / REVELATIONS

Sun 2/14 matinee 3:00pm
UPTOWN / DANCING SPIRIT / REVELATIONS

*LOVE STORIES - created 2004 - choreographers - Judith Jamison, Rennie Harris, Robert Battle

**BEST OF 20 YEARS - over the last twenty years, Judith Jamison has commissioned or revived nearly 100 works, providing unparalleled opportunities for choreographers both renowned and newly discovered. This season, a "Best Of 20 Years" program features highlights from popular ballets she has brought to or revived in the Ailey repertory, representing a wide range of styles and voices that have contributed to the Ailey canon. Among the dances represented in this program are Ronald K. Brown's Grace, Donald McKayle's Rainbow Round My Shoulder and Jawole Willa Jo Zollar's Shelter.

MORE INFO: Box Office - 704-372-1000

ABOUT THE BLUMENTHAL PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center serves the Carolinas as a leading cultural, entertainment and education provider. For more information, call (704) 372-1000 or visit BlumenthalCenter.org. The Center receives operating support from the Arts & Science Council and the North Carolina Arts Council. The Center is also supported through the generous aid of its sponsors, including U.S. Airways, Official Airline of Blumenthal Performing Arts Center; Presbyterian Hospital, the preferred healthcare provider for the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center; and Duke Energy, sponsor of the Duke Energy Broadway Lights Series.

 

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