The Ailey Spirit Virtual Benefit

STILL, WE DANCE

A spectacular virtual performance made possible with the support of

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The Ailey Spirit Virtual Benefit showcased the beauty and transcendent power of dance to not only entertain but to unite, empower, honor, uplift and educate. The virtual performance featured Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Ailey II, The Ailey School, AileyCamp and special guests, including Angela Bassett, Cynthia Erivo, Leslie Odom Jr., Tim Shriver, Bryan Stevenson and Lorraine Toussaint.

The event included previously recorded performances of Blues Suite by Alvin Ailey and Ounce of Faith by Darrell Grand Moultrie, as well as new video performances of Mr. Ailey's Revelations and the world premiere of Variation by Robert Battle.

Our commitment remains raising the vital funds Ailey needs to sustain its important programs for young people, especially during this challenging time when other sources of funding, such as from live theater performances, aren't possible. Proceeds from the event will also support our Still, We Dance campaign, which sustains the organization as we explore new ways to offer programming through Ailey All Access and keep Ailey alive in the hearts of our community.

CO-CHAIRS
Joy Allen-Altimare
Michele & Timothy Barakett
Pascal Desroches
Lucinda C. Martinez
Stephen Meringoff
Daria L. & Eric J. Wallach
Dennis Williams

VICE CHAIRS
Jaishri & Vikas Kapoor
Leslie & Tom Maheras

AMBASSADORS COMMITTEE
Kehinde A. Akiwowo
Amira Karriem Artis
Stephanie Durden Barfield
Brandi Coates
Angelina Darrisaw
Rasanah Goss
Diarra K. Lamar, M.D.
Fadzi Makanda
Rufaro Makanda
Gregory C. Paul
Naima Eshe Pittman
Jennifer Ann Queliz
Dr. Binita Shah
Anthony Fennell Young
Marques E. Zak