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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
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Alvin Ailey American Dance TheaterJoin the millions worldwide who have experienced the Ailey company in person.
Special EventsThe Ailey organization hosts three fundraising galas each year, attracting luminaries in business, philanthropy, and entertainment from around the globe.
Dance & Fitness Classes for AdultsThe Ailey Extension offers "real classes for real people" (ages 16 and up). With more than 80 dance and fitness classes each week, there's something for everyone at any experience level.
Series for Kids & Teens Ailey offers recreational courses and pre-professional training for kids and teens ages 2-17.
Professional ClassesThe Ailey School offers open classes for dancers with three of more years of formal or professional dance training.
Join the DanceJoin Ailey as a Friend or Partner and enjoy special benefits while helping to develop and expand Ailey's artistic, cultural and educational programs.
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Special Events The Ailey organization hosts three fundraising galas each year, attracting luminaries in business, philanthropy, and entertainment from around the globe.
Official Ailey MerchandiseOur new 2012-13 collection features t-shirts and accessories in vibrant color, plus a variety of souvenirs that celebrate the artistry of Ailey.
The Music of RevelationsThe music of Revelations. Dance lovers can bring home the sounds of Ailey with a newly repackaged CD celebrating 50 years of the world’s most famous modern dance work.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater was founded in 1958 by dancer, choreographer and visionary Alvin Ailey, to bring African-American cultural expression and the American modern dance tradition to the world.
Ailey IISince 1974, Ailey II has been a peerless showcase for rising young dancers and choreographers.