Alvin Ailey
Birth Place: Rogers, TX, USA
Latest News on Alvin Ailey:
Dance Company Ailey II Comes To CAPA Davidson Theatre in September (Jun 30, 2025)
Five Free, Fun Outdoor Concert Series in NYC – Summer 2025 (Jun 28, 2025)
Dance Kaleidoscope 25/26 Season to Feature New And Legendary Voices (Jun 25, 2025)
Dance Company Ailey II Comes To CAPA Davidson Theatre in September (Jun 30, 2025)
Five Free, Fun Outdoor Concert Series in NYC – Summer 2025 (Jun 28, 2025)
Dance Kaleidoscope 25/26 Season to Feature New And Legendary Voices (Jun 25, 2025)
BIO
Dancer, director, choreographer, and activist who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
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STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1957
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Lead Dancer
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1954
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Videos
Video: Sneak Peek at Makaya McCraven & SHABAKA, Coming to McCarter Theatre Next Weekend
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-10-13 15:50:54
VIDEO: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Comes To Kennedy Center Next Month
by Joshua Wright - 2024-01-18 15:37:13
VIDEO: Watch a Trailer for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Coming to TPAC in April
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-01-13 15:30:21
VIDEO: Get a First Look at DREAMGIRLS at McCarter Theatre Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2024-01-09 17:25:05
VIDEO: Get A First Look At Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE and Meshell Ndegeocello At The Kennedy Center
by Alan Henry - 2021-09-23 16:23:22
VIDEO: Check Out the New Trailer for BURNING MAN: THE MUSICAL Starring Morgan Siobhan Green, Tally Sessions & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2021-08-25 13:26:36
VIDEO: BURNING MAN's Max Crumm and Tally Sessions Visit Backstage LIVE with Richard Ridge- Watch Now!
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2021-08-26 11:28:31
VIDEO: Dance Parade NYC Presents 'Dance Brings Us Together - Resilience of Dance through the Pandemic'
by Stephi Wild - 2021-07-24 17:11:31
VIDEO: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater On City Center's Studio 5
by Alan Henry - 2021-06-15 14:14:04
VIDEO: Watch the Official Trailer for Upcoming Documentary AILEY!
by Sarah Leiber - 2021-05-27 13:00:05
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals For Crystal Pite's THE STATEMENT at The Royal Opera House
by Alan Henry - 2021-05-25 12:18:30
VIDEO: Get A First Look At The Royal Ballet's 21st Century Choreographers
by Alan Henry - 2021-05-20 13:01:33
VIDEO: Works & Process At Lincoln Center Presents A CHRONICLE OF A PIVOT AT A POINT IN TIME By Jamar Roberts and David Watson
by Alan Henry - 2021-04-19 17:01:09
Exclusive: See Betsy Wolfe, Patrick Page, Carolee Carmello, and More in an All New Trailer For ESTELLA SCROOGE
by Stephi Wild - 2020-12-12 09:39:40
VIDEO: Watch Betsy Wolfe, Danny Burstein & More in Trailer for ESTELLA SCROOGE; Tickets Available Tomorrow!
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-11-16 17:31:13
VIDEO: Forest VanDyke, Darius-Anthony Robinson, and Kris Coleman Perform 'Quiet' as Tribute to Black Lives Matter
by Stephi Wild - 2020-08-12 07:02:30
VIDEO: Judith Jamison and Ailey Dancers Appear at TEDx for REVELATIONS FROM OF A LIFETIME IN DANCE
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-10-11 18:56:23
VIDEO: Go Inside The Alvin Ailey's Dance Company's TESTIMONY And More
by Alan Henry - 2019-10-02 15:11:20
VIDEO: Inside The Record-Breaking 2019 BROADWAY BARES: TAKE OFF
by A.A. Cristi - 2019-06-17 17:27:47
News
Dance Company Ailey II Comes To CAPA Davidson Theatre in September
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2025
Ailey II, the celebrated second company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, will embark on a national fall tour beginning this September. The next generation of dance includes a performance in Columbus at 7:30 pm Tuesday, September 30, at the Davidson Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 30, 2025
Ailey II, the celebrated second company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, will embark on a national fall tour beginning this September. The next generation of dance includes a performance in Columbus at 7:30 pm Tuesday, September 30, at the Davidson Theatre.
Five Free, Fun Outdoor Concert Series in NYC â€" Summer 2025
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 28, 2025
Check out highlights of some of the best offerings of outdoor concerts in the city this summer with free shows including a Deaf production of WAITRESS, premiere jazz, opera, hip-hop and more.
by Rebecca Kaplan - Jun 28, 2025
Check out highlights of some of the best offerings of outdoor concerts in the city this summer with free shows including a Deaf production of WAITRESS, premiere jazz, opera, hip-hop and more.
Dance Kaleidoscope 25/26 Season to Feature New And Legendary Voices
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025
Dance Kaleidoscope has unveiled its 2025/2026 Season: NOW. The innovative and entertaining season celebrates the power of the present-honoring the roots of contemporary dance while spotlighting the innovation and diversity that define its future.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025
Dance Kaleidoscope has unveiled its 2025/2026 Season: NOW. The innovative and entertaining season celebrates the power of the present-honoring the roots of contemporary dance while spotlighting the innovation and diversity that define its future.
Lincoln Center to Present The 2025 BAAND Together Dance Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025
Five of NYC's most iconic dance companies-Ballet Hispánico, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater,American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, and Dance Theatre of Harlem- will join the BAAND Together Dance Festival.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 25, 2025
Five of NYC's most iconic dance companies-Ballet Hispánico, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater,American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, and Dance Theatre of Harlem- will join the BAAND Together Dance Festival.
Fire Island Dance Festival Adds World Premiere to 30th Anniversary Lineup
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2025
A poignant world premiere, a full-circle performance from the festival’s first year and celebrated works from acclaimed contemporary companies are among the newly announced additions to this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival lineup.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 20, 2025
A poignant world premiere, a full-circle performance from the festival’s first year and celebrated works from acclaimed contemporary companies are among the newly announced additions to this year’s Fire Island Dance Festival lineup.
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company to Present FRAMING MÉNERBES Film Screening And Reception
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company will present the US premiere of Framing Ménerbes: Film Screening and Reception. Learn more and see how to attend the event here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 18, 2025
Daniel Gwirtzman Dance Company will present the US premiere of Framing Ménerbes: Film Screening and Reception. Learn more and see how to attend the event here!
Single Tickets on Sale Friday For MPAC Presents Jazz and Dance Series
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2025
The Marcus Performing Arts Center has announced that individual tickets will go on sale Friday, June 20 for its highly anticipated 2025/26 MPAC Presents Dance and Jazz series shows.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 18, 2025
The Marcus Performing Arts Center has announced that individual tickets will go on sale Friday, June 20 for its highly anticipated 2025/26 MPAC Presents Dance and Jazz series shows.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Reveals Nicolas Gaudreau as New Director of Development
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2025
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre announced the appointment of Nicolas Gaudreau as its new director of development. Gaudreau will begin his role on July 7, 2025, just prior to the start of PBT's 2025-2026 season.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 16, 2025
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre announced the appointment of Nicolas Gaudreau as its new director of development. Gaudreau will begin his role on July 7, 2025, just prior to the start of PBT's 2025-2026 season.
Seattle Theatre Group Hosts 27th Annual DANCE This
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
DANCE This is STG's signature dance program that brings together youth and adult performers from diverse communities to collaborate and share their culture through the art of dance.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 12, 2025
DANCE This is STG's signature dance program that brings together youth and adult performers from diverse communities to collaborate and share their culture through the art of dance.
2025/2026 Texas Performing Arts Season Announced
by Joni Lorraine - Jun 10, 2025
Texas Performing Arts just unveiled a dazzling 2025–26 season featuring Lang Lang, Alvin Ailey, Carrie Rodriguez, and more! Tickets Go On Sale Friday, June 13 at 10 AM, so check it out!
by Joni Lorraine - Jun 10, 2025
Texas Performing Arts just unveiled a dazzling 2025–26 season featuring Lang Lang, Alvin Ailey, Carrie Rodriguez, and more! Tickets Go On Sale Friday, June 13 at 10 AM, so check it out!
TWILIGHT in Concert and More Set for CAA PRESENTS! 2025-26 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2025
The Cincinnati Arts Association has revealed its CAA PRESENTS! 2025-26 Season. The milestone season marks the 30th anniversary of the Aronoff Center, which opened in October 1995. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 6, 2025
The Cincinnati Arts Association has revealed its CAA PRESENTS! 2025-26 Season. The milestone season marks the 30th anniversary of the Aronoff Center, which opened in October 1995. Learn more!
The FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre Unveils 25/26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2025
The FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre has announced its highly anticipated 25/26 season, celebrating a decade of artistic impact with an expansive program of more than 60 events, including concerts, films, theatrical works, festivals, and multidisciplinary experiences.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2025
The FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre has announced its highly anticipated 25/26 season, celebrating a decade of artistic impact with an expansive program of more than 60 events, including concerts, films, theatrical works, festivals, and multidisciplinary experiences.
Darrian Ford Brings A RELUCTANT STAR To 54 Below In July
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025
Broadway and recording artist Darrian Ford will bring his new show A Reluctant Star to 54 Below on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 9:30 p.m. The program explores themes of self-doubt, depression, and eventual self-acceptance through a mix of musical theater, jazz, and soul.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2025
Broadway and recording artist Darrian Ford will bring his new show A Reluctant Star to 54 Below on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 9:30 p.m. The program explores themes of self-doubt, depression, and eventual self-acceptance through a mix of musical theater, jazz, and soul.
Bucks County Playhouse Names Shannon Lewis, Eric Rosen and John Tartaglia as Artistic Associates
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has appointed three acclaimed artists — choreographer Shannon Lewis, writer/director Eric Rosen and actor and director John Tartaglia — as new Playhouse Artistic Associates. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 30, 2025
Bucks County Playhouse has appointed three acclaimed artists — choreographer Shannon Lewis, writer/director Eric Rosen and actor and director John Tartaglia — as new Playhouse Artistic Associates. Learn more!
REVIVAL 9: NEIGHBORHOOD STORIES Free Site-Specific Performances And Workshops Begin In June
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2025
Dances for a Variable Population will present its 2025 summer production of REVIVAL 9: Neighborhood Stories—a free, outdoor, site-specific dance series celebrating the lives, histories, and cultural legacies of older New Yorkers across the city.
by A.A. Cristi - May 21, 2025
Dances for a Variable Population will present its 2025 summer production of REVIVAL 9: Neighborhood Stories—a free, outdoor, site-specific dance series celebrating the lives, histories, and cultural legacies of older New Yorkers across the city.
City Center Unveils Dance Lineup for 2025 - 2026 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
NEW YORK CITY CENTER will present the largest number of dance engagements in the institution’s recent history as part of the 2025 – 2026 Season. See the lineup here and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2025
NEW YORK CITY CENTER will present the largest number of dance engagements in the institution’s recent history as part of the 2025 – 2026 Season. See the lineup here and learn more!
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Will Skip Annual Kennedy Center Run
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2025
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will not appear in the Kennedy Center’s upcoming season, citing a new global opportunity. The announcement follows leadership changes and controversy at the Washington arts institution.
by Joshua Wright - May 20, 2025
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will not appear in the Kennedy Center’s upcoming season, citing a new global opportunity. The announcement follows leadership changes and controversy at the Washington arts institution.
Bridging Cultures Through Dance: Sara Alessia Giannini's Path
by Felicitas de la Fare - May 19, 2025
Sara Alessia Giannini, a 26-year-old modern dancer from Bari, Italy, has established herself as an prominent performer in New York City’s dance scene. With a foundation rooted in European training and a clear artistic identity, Alessia is earning attention through lead roles and solo performances in both artistic and culturally significant productions across the city.
by Felicitas de la Fare - May 19, 2025
Sara Alessia Giannini, a 26-year-old modern dancer from Bari, Italy, has established herself as an prominent performer in New York City’s dance scene. With a foundation rooted in European training and a clear artistic identity, Alessia is earning attention through lead roles and solo performances in both artistic and culturally significant productions across the city.
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago's Season 47 Spotlight Ball Raises Over $580,000 And Honors Nicole Fosse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025
On Thursday, May 15, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago celebrated its Season 47 Spotlight Ball with an unforgettable evening of dance, celebration and philanthropy. Learn more here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 16, 2025
On Thursday, May 15, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago celebrated its Season 47 Spotlight Ball with an unforgettable evening of dance, celebration and philanthropy. Learn more here!
Celebrate Norway's National Day At 54 Below This Week
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2025
54 BELOW will present singer Annette Berning, pianist Savannah Bergli and dancer & choreographer Ingeborg Kolstad in a cabaret concert celebrating Norway's national day, May 17th on May 17th 2025 at 9:30pm.
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2025
54 BELOW will present singer Annette Berning, pianist Savannah Bergli and dancer & choreographer Ingeborg Kolstad in a cabaret concert celebrating Norway's national day, May 17th on May 17th 2025 at 9:30pm.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Alvin Ailey been in?
Alvin Ailey has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.
How many West End shows has Alvin Ailey been in?
Alvin Ailey has not appeared in the West End.
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