About The Tyner Project

Description

Continuing the long tradition of collaborations between Ailey choreographers and legendary jazz musicians, Ailey II resident choreographer Troy Powell joins renowned pianist McCoy Tyner in a passionate exchange of movement and music. Originally commissioned for the Verizon Music Festival, The Tyner Project features lighthearted ensemble sections, a sensual pas de deux and an energetic full-company finale all developed in close collaboration with the McCoy Tyner Band.

Choreographer

Mr. Powell is the resident choreographer for Ailey II and was a former Alvin Ailey Dance Theater company member.

 

Performance Schedule & Tickets

There are no upcoming performances for this repertory piece.

Choreography

Music

McCoy Tyner Band

Costumes

Emilio Sosa

Lighting

Aaron Copp

First Performance

World Premiere, 2002

Run Time

90 minutes

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