Alvin Ailey

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns To Seattle For Three Performances At The Paramount Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 21, 2026

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will present new works and repertory favorites at the Paramount Theatre in March 2026 as part of STG's Performing Arts Series.

The 41st Annual Bessie Awards Presented at Dixon Place
by Miranda Stück - Feb 13, 2026

Dixon Place, longtime home for innovative dance artists and work, proudly hosts this year's Bessie Awards. In addition to award categories: Outstanding Choreographer/Creator, Outstanding Performer, Outstanding Revival, Outstanding Sound Design or Music Composition, Outstanding Visual Design, Outstanding Breakout Choreographer, the Lifetime Achievement and Outstanding Service to the Field of Dance was presented for years 2024 and 2025.

New York City Ballet to Host 2026 Spring Gala Featuring World Premiere
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2026

On Thursday, May 7, 2026, New York City Ballet will present its 2026 Spring Gala, Set in Stone: Creation & Preservation, with a one-time only gala program featuring a World Premiere by choreographer and NYCB Principal Dancer Tiler Peck.

South Chicago Dance Theatre To Present Three World Premieres At The Harris Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 13, 2026

South Chicago Dance Theatre will present three world premieres by acclaimed choreographers Natasha Adorlee, David Dorfman, and Kia S. Smith at their annual home season concert.

Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre
by Audrey Cahak - Feb 12, 2026

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater kicked off a 20-city tour with 11 shows at the Warner Theatre. Every night held its own program full of instantly iconic world premieres and everlasting repertoire favorites. 

Finalists for the Salavisa European Dance Award Revealed
by Stephi Wild - Feb 11, 2026

Five finalists have been selected for the award which recognises artists from around the world for their talent and unique qualities in the field of dance. Learn more here!

Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER'S new works at the Warner Theatre
by Emily Berger - Feb 8, 2026

What did our critic think of ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER'S 2026 DC PERFORMANCES at Warner Theatre?

Hofesh Shechter OBE Awarded Chevalier Des Arts Et Des Lettres By The French Ministry Of Culture
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 6, 2026

Hofesh Shechter Company has announced that world-renowned choreographer and composer Hofesh Shechter OBE has been appointed to the rank of Chevalier of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres.

Review: MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY - GRAHAM 100 at Playhouse Square's KeyBank State Theatre
by Steve Sucato - Feb 5, 2026

What did our critic think of MARTHA GRAHAM DANCE COMPANY - GRAHAM 100 at KeyBank State Theatre At Playhouse Square?

Complexions Contemporary Ballet to Perform STAR DUST at Aronoff Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 4, 2026

The Complexions Contemporary Ballet, under the artistic leadership of co-founders Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson, will perform its transfixing tribute to the life and music of David Bowie at the Aronoff Center.

Review: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre
by Emily Berger - Feb 2, 2026

What did our critic think of ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER at Warner Theatre?

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Launch 20-City U.S. Tour Under New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 30, 2026

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will grace stages across the United States during a 20-city coast-to-coast United States tour, starring in Washington, DC and continuing to cities including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, and Los Angeles.

Tacoma Arts Live Will Close its Doors
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026

Tacoma Arts Live, a non-profit arts organization serving the South Sound region since 1979, will close its doors this summer and put its building, the Tacoma Armory, up for sale.

The Music Center Unveils 71 Semifinalists for SPOTLIGHT Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 29, 2026

The Music Center has announced 71 Southern California high school semifinalists for the SPOTLIGHT performing arts competition, showcasing young talent in various disciplines.

BAM Adds Two New York Premieres to Winter/Spring 2026 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2026

BAM announced two additional programs for its Winter/Spring 2026 season, as well as programming details for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, DanceAfrica, and BAM's Fisher Takeovers.

Winifred Haun & Dancers to Present 6th Annual FIRST DRAFT: New Work
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2026

WH&D has revealed the artists and details for its First DrafT 2026 program, an event which will focus on new works by emerging choreographers. The event will feature 11 new works created by 11 award winning Chicago-area choreographers.

Interview: ALVIN AILEY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER's Samantha Figgins
by Emily Berger - Jan 26, 2026

DC native Samantha Figgins returns to the district for 11 performances with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at the Warner Theatre, the first stop on a 20 city US tour. 

Full Cast Set For Broadway Transfer of CATS: THE JELLICLE BALL
by Stephi Wild - Jan 26, 2026

Complete casting has been announced for CATS: The Jellicle Ball at the Broadhurst Theatre (235 West 44th Street) coming to Broadway this Spring. Learn more about the full cast here!

Kimba Henderson's RED HARLEM to Premiere At Company Of Angels
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 23, 2026

Company of Angels will present RED HARLEM, a new play based on the historical engagement between the Soviet Union's Communist Party and Black American actors during the Great Depression.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater to Showcase Six New Works at The Auditorium
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 22, 2026

World renowned ambassadors of Dance and Culture, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to its Chicago home – The Auditorium, Chicago's Landmark stage at 50 E. Ida B. Wells Drive – with four dynamic performances debuting six new works, April 24-26, 2026.