World-Renowned Alvin Ailey Dances to Van Wezel
By: BWW News Desk
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater inspires all in a universal celebration of the human spirit using the African-American cultural experience and the American modern dance tradition at the Van Wezel Performing Arts on Tuesday, February 21 at 8PM.
Alvin Ailey's pioneering legacy that uplifts, unites, and enlightens continues to grow as Ailey's 32 remarkable dancers - led by Artistic Director Robert Battle- bring new productions, and returning favorites to life, shining a spotlight on social issues and celebrating the birth centennials of jazz legends Ella Fitzgerald and Dizzy Gillespie. Highlights will include Alvin Ailey's American masterpiece Revelations, Mauro Bigonzetti's premiere of Deep, new productions of Billy Wilson's The Winter in Lisbon and Robert Battle's In/Side.
Tickets are $36-$96 available for purchase at VanWezel.org, the Box Office, or by calling 941-953-3368.
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