Recognizing the artistic and cultural contributions of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and the 50th Anniversary of the first performance of Alvin Ailey's masterwork, "Revelations".
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s upcoming performances at New York City Center feature special collaborations and guest performances with Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Sweet Honey In The Rock, and special guest artists in a Judith Jamison Farewell performance closing the season on January 2nd at 7:30pm.
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company (NYSE: BMY) and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater today announced the launch of the 2011 REYATAZ® (atazanavir sulfate) “Fight HIV Your Way” contest. The contest aims to help raise awareness about HIV/AIDS among the general public and inspire people impacted by the disease to continue their fight.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is proud to announce its selection as a charity candidate in Members Project, a partnership between American Express and TakePart. Starting today, supporters and fans of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater can go online and vote once a week through February 20th to help the organization become one of five charities to share a total of $1,000,000 in funding from American Express.
Mayor Presents World-renowned American Dancer and Choreographer Judith Jamison with the 2010 NYC Handel Medallion, the City’s Highest Award for Achievement in the Arts.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to New York City Center from December 1, 2010 – January 2, 2011 with exciting performances that have become a joyous holiday tradition. Led by the renowned Judith Jamison in her final year as Artistic Director, and joined by Artistic Director Designate Robert Battle, Ailey’s extraordinary artists will move audiences with their brilliant artistry and passionate spirit in a series of 9 premieres and new productions, repertory favorites, special programs and performances celebrating Revelations at 50.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg will present Judith Jamison with The NYC Handel Medallion, the highest official honor given by the City of New York, on Monday, November 8th. Established in 1959 by Mayor Robert F. Wagner, recipients are selected for their outstanding contributions to the city’s intellectual and cultural life.
Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Judith Jamison has been named the 2010-2011 Ambassador to the Arts award winner by Guide for the Arts. Jamison is being honored for her 45 years of dedication and contributions to the Arts community.
Honoring the 1960 premiere of Revelations, Alvin Ailey’s signature masterwork, all tickets will be specially-priced at just $19.60 for Target 1960 Night on Thursday, December 2nd. Generously sponsored by Target, tickets for this Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performance will ONLY be sold at the New York City Center box office on Saturday, September 25th.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will begin a celebration of 50 years of Alvin Ailey’s Revelations, an American classic called a must‐see for all people, with special performances, singular events and guest appearances at New York City Center from December 1, 2010 – January 2, 2010.