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Alvin Ailey

Birth Place: Rogers, TX, USA

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Dancer, director, choreographer, and activist who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

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Alvin Ailey STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
1962
Clarence Morris

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1957
Ensemble/Other Roles

Lead Dancer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1954
Ensemble/Other Roles

Alvin

Alvin Ailey Productions

 
[Broadway, 1969]
Choreographer

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Houston Contemporary Dance Company Presents SILVER CELEBRATION This June

Houston Contemporary Dance Company has announced their 2024 season, featuring innovative performances and new works by renowned choreographers.
Eliot Feld Places His Ballets In The Public Domain; Feld And Ballet Tech Donate Archive To NYPL

Eliot Feld and Ballet Tech donate their ballet archive to the New York Public Library, placing Feld's works in the public domain to ensure wider access and preservation.
Three World Premieres, Paul Taylor Dance Company, and More Set For Fire Island Dance Festival

One of the world’s preeminent modern dance companies, the first Asian American principal dancer in New York City Ballet history, the co-founder of an affirming online space for Black classical dancers, and more are among the first artists to join this summer’s Fire Island Dance Festival.
Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrates 35 Years of AileyCamp

Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey will celebrate the 35th anniversary of its acclaimed AileyCamp program, an innovative summer initiative aimed at empowering middle school students through the art of dance and creative expression.
Contemporary Dance Series At Bryant Park Picnic Performances Beginning June 6

Discover the Contemporary Dance Series at Bryant Park Picnic Performances starting June 6, featuring Ayodele Casel, David Dorfman Dance, Ronald K. Brown/EVIDENCE, Mark Morris Dance Group, and more.
Beth Leavel to Host Fire Island Dance Festival

Fire Island Dance Festival returns in July to Fire Island Pines, NY. See who is performing and learn more!
AileyCamp to be Presented in 10 Cities Nationwide

AileyCamp is marking its 35th year, offering transformative summer programs for youth in 10 cities. Learn how to apply!
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company to Present Two-Week 2024 Summer Intensive

The Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company will hold its 2024 Summer Intensive with two sessions in June, offering classes in Kinetic Spiral and Dancing with Props, followed by auditions for the 2025 season. Learn how to apply!
BAM To Present Two Alvin Ailey Programs In June

Experience the powerful performances of Alvin Ailey's dance company at BAM from June 4-9, featuring two captivating programs that showcase the artistry and innovation of contemporary dance.
Instructors Revealed For The Free Hinton Battle Day Of Dance

On Monday, June 10th, 2024, the dance community will join for the “HINTON BATTLE - DAY OF DANCE.'
NJPAC 2024-25 Dance Season Will Include Momix, Alvin Ailey, Malevo, and More

NJPAC has announced its 2024-25 Dance Season. Learn more about the lineup here!
RAGTIME, THE WILD PARTY, URINETOWN & More Set for NY City Center's 2024/25 Season

A new season is on the way at New York City Center! The line-up is set to include a star-studded gala performance of Ragtime, in addition to three new Encores! productions, which will include Urinetown, Love Life, and The Wild Party. Check out all of the details here!
Review: ON MIDNIGHT, FRIDAY THE 13TH at Ensemble Theatre

Sometimes, it’s fun to watch a theatre company let their hair down and have fun. And with ON MIDNIGHT, FRIDAY THE THIRTEENTH, the Ensemble Theatre does just that. This is a giggle-filled, fast-paced murder thriller in the vein of Agatha Christie being spoofed at every turn. It is high-energy, camp, and perfect if you want an evening watching a talented cast having a blast going through a farce.
Ezra Ezzard named New Managing Director of Crossroads Theatre Company

Crossroads Theatre Company has named Ezra Ezzard their new managing director.
Celebrity Series of Boston Reveals 2024/25 Season

Celebrity Series of Boston has announced its 2024/25 season, marking 86 years of bringing world-class touring and local performing artists to Boston. Learn more about the season lineup here!
Dances For A Variable Population Presents REVIVAL 8: THEN AND NOW  

Experience the magic of dance with DANCES FOR A VARIABLE POPULATION's free performances in NYC this June.
This Week's Classifieds- Jobs in Company Management, Customer Service, and More

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/3/2024 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
McCarter Announces 2024-2025 Dance Series, Returning This September

McCarter Theatre Center has announced its 2024-2025 Dance Series – featuring Ballet Hispánico, SW!NG OUT from superstar choreographer Caleb Teicher, Noli Timere – a new collaboration between Director/Choreographer/Princeton University Professor Rebecca Lazier and sculptor Janet Echelman, Seoul-based Bereishit Dance Company, and Twyla Tharp Dance. Also included as an optional season encore is the highly anticipated return of Pilobolus.
Ballet Austin Celebrates Mother's Day Weekend With THE SLEEPING BEAUTY

Ballet Austin will conclude the 2023/24 Season Mother’s Day weekend with one of the most memorable classical ballets of all time, The Sleeping Beauty.
Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala Raised More Than $1.3 Million

Ballet Hispánico's Quinceañera Gala raises over $1.3 million for artistic, educational, and community outreach programs.

Alvin Ailey FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Alvin Ailey been in?

Alvin Ailey has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Alvin Ailey been in?

Alvin Ailey has not appeared in the West End.

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