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Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER-A Fabulous “All New Premiere Night”
by Marina Kennedy - Dec 22, 2025

We had the pleasure of attending the “All New Premiere Night” by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at New York City Center on Thursday, December 18th. 

Dancer Hope Boykin Honored at The 92nd Street Y, New York’s Extraordinary Women Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 5, 2025

Hope Boykin was honored with the Inspiration Through the Arts Award at The 92nd Street Y, New York’s Extraordinary Women Awards, featuring a surprise performance of her work “Again, Ave.”

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.

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!

Alvin Ailey Will Return to NJPAC to Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Judith Jamison
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2025

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center on Mother's Day Weekend as the final stop on its coast-to-coast 2025 United States tour in a season celebrating Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison.

Meet The Winners of The Music Center's 37th Annual Spotlight Performing Arts Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 23, 2025

The Music Center has announced 14 rising stars from across Southern California as the Grand Prize winners in its 37th Annual Spotlight program, a nationally acclaimed free performing arts competition and scholarship program for high school students.

Tribute to Alvin Ailey's Judith Jamison Panel Discussion Comes to NJPAC Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2025

A special pre-performance event will pay homage to Alvin Ailey’s beloved Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison (1943-2024) with a panel discussion celebrating her life, work, and legacy.

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Concludes Season At The Harris Theater
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2025

After setting new post-pandemic ticket sales records twice in succession with their Fall 2024 and Winter 2025 series, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago (HSDC) caps off its Season 47 with Spring Series.

Jacob's Pillow Reveals 2025 Outdoor Stage Artists
by Stephi Wild - Feb 28, 2025

Jacob’s Pillow has announced the slate of acclaimed dance companies performing on its iconic outdoor Henry J. Leir Stage, rounding out the calendar of ticketed performances that will comprise the Dance Festival’s 93rd season in the Berkshires.

Alvin Ailey Dance Theater To End National Tour At NJPAC This May
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 28, 2025

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center on Mother's Day Weekend, Friday-Sunday, May 9-11, 2025, as the final stop on its coast-to-coast 2025 United States tour.

Alvin Ailey Dance Theater to End National Tour In Newark in May
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2025

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center on Mother's Day Weekend. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER PROGRAM C at the Kennedy Center
by Emily Berger - Feb 9, 2025

What did our critic think of ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER PROGRAM C at Kennedy Center?

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater To Celebrate Black Artistry And Heritage In Seven Cities During Black History Month
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2025

The nation's premier modern dance company, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will embark on a coast-to-coast 2025 United States tour in late January, bringing the Company's unparalleled celebration of Black artistry and heritage to seven cities during Black History Month.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Return to The Auditorium
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 9, 2025

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to The Auditorium, Chicago’s landmark stage in four performances only. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.