https://pressroom.ailey.orgFeed for "Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater" categoryen-usFri, 23 Oct 2026 18:52:47 GMTFri, 23 Oct 2026 18:52:47 GMTiPressroomhttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6ad7853d3d6332dbbfcb756c&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1info_sheetAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterIn the Middle, Somewhat ElevatedTue, 20 Oct 2026 15:15:41 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6ad7853d3d6332dbbfcb756c&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Tue, 20 Oct 2026 15:13:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6ace5ca53d633286395dc50d&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1releasesAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterDancersOpening Night GalasAlicia Graf MackTue, 13 Oct 2026 16:45:30 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6ace5ca53d633286395dc50d&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Tue, 13 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adbab803d6332eca411b2b1&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterDancersYannick LebrunFri, 23 Oct 2026 18:48:45 GMTYannick Lebrun is the principal dancer of the Alvin Ailey company, a pioneer of African American dance since 1958. The artist shines on the stage of the Palais des Congrès in Paris in a series of iconic ballets from this company with a unique identity in the world. ]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adbab803d6332eca411b2b1&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Mon, 12 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6ac7d4823d633269295dc4fd&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1info_sheetAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterA Matter of TimeThu, 08 Oct 2026 17:38:52 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6ac7d4823d633269295dc4fd&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Thu, 08 Oct 2026 17:35:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adba9fc3d6332db8299a59e&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterDancersCorrin Rachelle MitchellAshley Kaylynn GreenIsabel Wallace-Green Shawn CusseauxFri, 23 Oct 2026 18:41:57 GMTIt looks like Black dancers finally have a trending TikTok dance that white folks can’t steal or replicate with the “Confuse the Enemy” challenge. Syncopated arm movements, dramatic running and Camden Bop choreography have caused the trend to go viral among Black audiences on TikTok – without the unwelcome interference from white content creators. Then, late last week, Ailey dancers entered the discourse with their own dance cover. “Did someone call for us?” the video was captioned. Four performers — Corrin Rachelle Mitchell, Isabel Wallace-Green, Shawn Cusseaux and Ashley Kaylynn Green — joined the trend from backstage dressed in a mix of costumes and street clothes, as they were minutes away from the start of a performance of the iconic Ailey piece “Revelations.” ]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adba9fc3d6332db8299a59e&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adbac5f3d6332eca511b2c0&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterDancersYannick LebrunFri, 23 Oct 2026 18:51:33 GMTA meeting with Yannick Lebrun, a French dancer with the American Alvin Ailey company. We first met him in 2017. With a sculptural physique, bare chest, and coffee-colored skin splashed with paint, Yannick Lebrun looked like a work of art. Photographed mid-leap in this manner, the Frenchman became the face of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater on all its posters. Today, the artist hasn't aged a day. His aesthetic appeal, talent, and physique remain dedicated to the troupe founded by the famous Black American choreographer. At 39, Yannick has become an indispensable member—one of the most experienced bearers of the company's legacy. "I’ve gained maturity," he explains, "and self-confidence. Perfection doesn't exist, but by learning to let go, I’ve adopted a freer approach to movement that allows me to convey more emotion." ]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adbac5f3d6332eca511b2c0&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adba7cd3d6332db7b99a596&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterDancersChristopher R. WilsonHannah Alissa RichardsonFri, 23 Oct 2026 18:37:33 GMTWhat lies behind the bodies of a male and female dancer from one of the most influential companies in international dance? To mark the arrival of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at the Teatro Real in Madrid from October 14 to 18, Kmon Magazine speaks with two of its performers to discover what happens beyond the stage: how the body is prepared, how different choreographic languages ​​are approached, what sustains confidence in a pas de deux, and how a dancer can adapt to different styles without losing their own identity. Hannah Alissa Richardson and Christopher Wilson also share their perspectives on Alvin Ailey's legacy, representation and cultural diversity in dance, the importance of interpretation versus technique, and what they consider essential for those who dream of becoming professional dancers. Two different perspectives from within a great company. Two experiences that converge on a fundamental idea: technique prepares the body, but it is humanity, intention, emotion, and the ability to tell a story that transform movement into art. ]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adba7cd3d6332db7b99a596&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adba5f53d6332c785f02d8b&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterYannick LebrunLove SongsRevelationsMany AngelsSong of the AnchoriteFri, 23 Oct 2026 18:30:06 GMTThe Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to Paris from October 7th to 11th at the Palais des Congrès . This provides an opportunity for another conversation with Yannick Lebrun, the French dancer with the American company . How has the company evolved since the Covid pandemic and the arrival of its new artistic director, Alicia Graf Mack, in 2025? How does the dancer see himself now within the company, having joined almost 20 years ago? What are his thoughts on the ballets in this tour, from the iconic Revelations to the new pieces? An encounter with a dancer who champions the Alvin Ailey legacy with unwavering passion. ]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6adba5f53d6332c785f02d8b&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd73493d633207fc14ad50&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterJacquelin HarrisSamantha Figgins Sarah DaleyYannick LebrunConstance StamatiouChristopher R. WilsonIsaiah Day Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:14:48 GMTIn 1931, construction began on Rockefeller Center in Midtown Manhattan—the beginning of a city within the city. That year, groundbreaking dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey was born in Rogers, Texas. With “Rise,” the first-ever dance film anchored in the New York City landmark, the work of Alvin Ailey soars across Rockefeller Center, from its storied observation level to the gilded sculpture of Prometheus and even the elevated gardens of Radio Park. In the short, seven dancers, styled in looks from New York designers like LUAR and Collina Strada, translate signature Ailey choreography to “Baddy on the Floor,” a rousing sonic collaboration between Jamie xx and Honey Dijon.]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd73493d633207fc14ad50&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Wed, 30 Sep 2026 20:14:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abe93903d6332d5fc386671&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterAlicia Graf MackThu, 01 Oct 2026 17:21:59 GMTAction enables meaning in Alicia Graf Mack's vision of physicality. As dancer-turned-artistic director of the largest modern company in the United States, her convictions are not just effective - they are active truths. ]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abe93903d6332d5fc386671&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6ac65b4e3d63321db4e08f06&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterAshley Kaylynn GreenWed, 07 Oct 2026 14:55:12 GMTAshley Green is a bundle of muscle. The American from South Carolina has been part of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for six years. Alvin Ailey's school, which became known as one of the first dance associations to give Black Americans a chance to perform, is a household name, especially in Anglo-Saxon regions. Although the troupe is gaining popularity here as well. “What characterizes Alvin Ailey? It is a mix of modern dance and ballet, initially designed to make African American bodies shine on stage,” says Ashley. Meanwhile, the company counts dancers of all backgrounds worldwide.]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6ac65b4e3d63321db4e08f06&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Mon, 21 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd800c3d63325cf314ad6a&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterCaroline Theodora DarteyThu, 01 Oct 2026 17:03:51 GMTAnyone who pictures a dancer as a small, delicate prima ballerina has never seen a performance by the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. The dancers are highly trained, top-level athletes who deliver Olympic-level performances during their nearly two-hour show. No wonder they are often called "artistic athletes"—especially since some of them have a background in sports. Caroline Dartey is one such example. The 28-year-old from Geneva began rhythmic gymnastics at the age of four and is a two-time Swiss champion in her category. After ending her competitive sports career in her early teens, dancing was "the logical next step," says Caroline.]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd800c3d63325cf314ad6a&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Fri, 18 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd6c2b3d633207ff14ad44&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterRepertoryA Case Of YouNight CreatureRevelationsMany AngelsWed, 30 Sep 2026 20:11:55 GMTThe always revelatory dance company is at Sadler’s Wells in London this month with two programs, celebrating their legacy and presenting ‘heavenly’ new works]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd6c2b3d633207ff14ad44&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd6a6e3d6332065914ad3e&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageRepertoryAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterRevelationsMany AngelsDifference BetweenWed, 30 Sep 2026 20:07:26 GMTAlvin Ailey American Dance Theater is the great behemoth of American modern dance. Founded in the Fifties to "preserve the uniqueness of the African American cultural experience", the New York-based troupe has performed to 25 million people in 71 countries. And here they are, back at Sadler's Wells in London, with nine works spread over two programs.]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd6a6e3d6332065914ad3e&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd67ec3d6332f2e314ad42&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterRepertoryA Case Of YouCaroline Theodora DarteyChristopher TaylorMany AngelsBlink of an EyeWed, 30 Sep 2026 19:59:08 GMTThe Alvin Ailey company’s New Works program might be seen in some circles as dated, and it’s true that it is neither cutting edge nor modishly contemporary. Yet it rests on more perennial qualities that underpin the company’s enduring appeal: skill, craft, beauty and humanity, and beneath them an artistic aim that can reach up towards the sublime, out towards the world, or in towards the heart.]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd67ec3d6332f2e314ad42&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd7ac03d63325cf414ad45&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterOpening Night GalasWed, 30 Sep 2026 21:12:24 GMTGrammy Award winner SZA and award-winning filmmakers Tonya Lee and Spike Lee have been named honorary chairs for the Opening Night Gala (Dec. 2) kicking off the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s 2026-27 season. The company’s five-week holiday season at New York City Center runs through Jan. 3, 2027.]]>https://pressroom.ailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6abd7ac03d63325cf414ad45&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.alvinailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6a95dd5a3d63320864c96a67&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterJacquelin HarrisCaroline Theodora DarteyAlisha Rena PeekAlicia Graf MackTue, 01 Sep 2026 04:00:26 GMTGrowing up, I loved dance. And so I spent years taking African, hip-hop and jazz classes at my local studio in Queens, New York. While I also greatly admired classical ballet, even as a child I was acutely aware of how, aesthetically, Black dancers had to fit in with Eurocentric beauty ideal. Then I discovered Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Going to its show and seeing dancers who looked like me was thrilling. The stories on the stage were told through exquisite movement and music, and they were also told through hair. ]]>https://pressroom.alvinailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6a95dd5a3d63320864c96a67&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:47:00 GMThttps://pressroom.alvinailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6a3bf8df3d63323556ed9d68&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterRepertoryHymnRevelationsBlink of an EyeWed, 24 Jun 2026 15:38:56 GMTOG Anunoby’s fingertip putback of Jalen Brunson’s Hail Mary three-pointer. Jordan Staal’s diving sniper goal. It’s playoff season, a time of year dominated by unbelievable, high-stakes athleticism across several sports (see also the French Open, the FIFA World Cup). It can be a hard time, consequently, for regular dance programming. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s quick summer season at the Brooklyn Academy of Music could compete with any sport finals in terms of physical prowess, but the stakes only felt high in one of the three pieces on offer. Luckily, that work was powerful enough to carry the load. That impactful dance was Judith Jamison’s “Hymn,” revived for the first time in 15 years. Generally, when ballets take extended naps in the repertory vault, there is a reason. Not in this case. Though “Hymn” certainly reflects its 1993 birth date—it is very much “Revelations” filtered through an early ’90s night club—it also feels timeless. Early reviewers said as much. In 1993, Clive Barnes wrote in the NY Post that “Hymn…emerges as the most thrilling piece of dance theatre I have seen all year…Beautifully performed, with power, reverence and love.” And in 1996, Jennifer Dunning wrote in the New York Times that “Hymn” was “an eloquent evocation of Ailey that is on its way to being another classic.” ]]>https://pressroom.alvinailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6a3bf8df3d63323556ed9d68&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.alvinailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6a28286e3d63328c29e89567&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterJudith JamisonMatthew RushingRepertoryHymnBlink of an EyeTue, 09 Jun 2026 15:00:44 GMTA sure sign of summer is the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre’s appearance at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), June 4–7 this year, with a program that celebrates the transcendence of the human body and spirit with works that include Ailey’s timeless masterpiece, “Revelations,” the ultimate anthem to resilience and joy that has moved and uplifted fans for decades. Also included is Hymn, the Emmy-Award winning 1993 tribute to the company’s founder, choreographed by its legendary star and Ailey’s successor, the late Judith Jamison. Medhi Walerski’s “Blink of an Eye,” with its stunningly deft display of athleticism set to J.S. Bach’s compelling fast-paced violin sonatas and partita, rounds out the evening.]]>https://pressroom.alvinailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6a28286e3d63328c29e89567&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMThttps://pressroom.alvinailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6a282b413d63328c30e89570&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1press_coverageAlvin Ailey American Dance TheaterDancersSamantha Figgins The Holy BluesTue, 09 Jun 2026 15:12:23 GMTA journey through Hearing Loss. Host Chris Richardson sits down with Samantha Figgins, a renowned dancer from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, for a conversation to discover Samantha's journey with hearing loss, her experiences in the dance world, and her advocacy for the deaf and disabled community. Learn about her choreographic debut, her work with Beyoncé, and her insights on embracing differences. This episode is a testament to resilience, creativity, and the power of community.]]>https://pressroom.alvinailey.org/_gallery/get_file/?file_id=6a282b413d63328c30e89570&file_ext=.pdf&page_id=&ir=1Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT