The Ailey Organization

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Ailey Receives Major Gift From Board Chair Daria L. Wallach To Endow The Position Of Artistic Director

NEW YORK – February 4, 2026 — Bennett Rink, Executive Director of the Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, announced today that Daria L. Wallach, Chair of AILEY’s Board of Trustees, has made a landmark $10 million gift to endow the position of Artistic Director. In recognition of the historic importance of this contribution, leaders who hold the role will now be known as the Daria L. and Eric J. Wallach Artistic Director.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns To The Warner Theatre In Washington, DC, January 30-February 8, Launching 2026 U.S. Tour During Inaugural Season Led By Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack

WASHINGTON, DC — December 19, 2025 — Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, one of the world’s most popular dance companies, launches its 20-city United States tour in Washington, DC with eleven inspiring performances from January 30 – February 8, 2026, where it will be promoted by Live Nation at the historic Warner Theatre, known for over a century as DC’s monument to entertainment. Audiences will be treated to a variety of world premieres, new works and classics from the Ailey repertory that have inspired and uplifted fans for decades—including the touchstone of inspiration, Revelations, a must-see masterpiece of American dance.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s Opening Night Gala On December 3 Kicks Off Alicia Graf Mack’s Inaugural Season As Artistic Director And Honors Board Chairman Daria L. Wallach

NEW YORK — November 13, 2025 — Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will raise the curtain on a new era under Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack with a star-studded Opening Night Gala on Wednesday, December 3 at 7pm, kicking off the company’s five-week holiday season. The event begins with a special performance at New York City Center, followed by a dinner and celebration at the Ziegfeld Ballroom. The Gala will honor Daria L. Wallach, chair of the AILEY Board of Trustees, for her visionary leadership, meaningful contributions, and invaluable commitment to AILEY and its legacy. Two-time Oscar nominee Colman Domingo serves as Honorary Chair as well as multi-platinum, GRAMMY®-winning global superstar, acclaimed singer, songwriter, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and cultural icon Ciara, who will appear as Honored Guest to introduce inspiring finale of Alvin Ailey’s Revelations with soul-stirring choir.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Washington, Dc Gala Benefit Celebrating Inaugural Season Led By Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack

(WASHINGTON, DC) November 6, 2025 – On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will host its Washington, DC Gala Benefit, celebrating the inaugural season led by Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack. The black-tie benefit is the centerpiece of an expansive 11-performance engagement from January 30-February 8, promoted by Live Nation, and launches a coast-to-coast US tour. Following a 7:00pm performance by Ailey’s extraordinary dancers at the historic Warner Theatre, known for over a century as DC’s monument to entertainment, prominent figures in entertainment, business, philanthropy, and politics will gather for a soirée at Columbia Square Atrium.

AILEY Gears Up For "Let's Move: A National Dance Day Celebration" With Museum of the City of New York

(NEW YORK) September 16, 2025 – In celebration of National Dance Day this Saturday, September 20, AILEY is making it easy for people from all ages and backgrounds to make dance an integral part of their lives by seeing an upcoming performance and getting moving with elite NYC instructors. This weekend people of all ages and backgrounds are encouraged to join Ailey Extension instructors at Museum of the City of New York for two free dance workshops, get children moving at the Ailey Studios during the start of the Fall Kids & Teens session, and make plans to try a free class of their choice when they purchase tickets to see Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater during the Company’s annual holiday season engagement at New York City Center.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's Opening Night Gala Honors Dance Education Luminary Jody Gottfried Arnhold Wednesday, December 4 At 7pm

NEW YORK — updated November 12, 2024 — Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater kicks off its five-week holiday season celebrating the life and legacy of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison on Wednesday, December 4 at 7pm with a star-studded Opening Night Gala, including a performance at New York City Center and party at Ziegfeld Ballroom. The Gala honors Jody Gottfried Arnhold for her steadfast commitment to accessible dance education for all and her invaluable support of AILEY’s mission. The Honorary Chairs for the evening are Gayle King, co-host of “CBS Mornings” and Editor-at-Large of Oprah Daily, and Phylicia Rashad, two-time Tony® Award-winning actress.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns To Atlanta's Fox Theatre February 12-16, 2025 For An Unprecedented Six Performances

ATLANTA – October 16, 2024 – Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, one of the world’s most popular dance companies, announces a return to the Fox Theatre, February 12–16, as part of an extensive United States tour. Celebrating the Company’s season of Legacy in Motion, the 2025 Atlanta engagement will showcase the unrivaled artistry, passion, and precision of the extraordinary Ailey dancers for six uplifting performances, including one on Valentine’s Day, featuring brilliant premieres, new productions, and repertory favorites sure to thrill returning fans and first-timers alike.

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s 25th Anniversary Washington, DC Gala Benefit Returns To The John F. Kennedy Center For The Performing Arts

(WASHINGTON, DC) January 17, 2025 – On Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will host its 25th annual Washington, D.C. Gala Benefit during the week-long engagement at The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts (February 4 – 9) that is part of a coast-to-coast U.S. Tour celebrating Legacy in Motion and the life of Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison (1943 – 2024). A highlight of the cultural calendar and Black History Month, the 7:30pm performance on the Opera House Stage features Ailey’s extraordinary dancers in season world premieres of Matthew Rushing’s Sacred Songs and Lar Lubovitch’s Many Angels, as well as a special excerpt of Alvin Ailey’s Cry, the tour de-force solo made famous by Judith Jamison, and the must-see masterpiece Revelations. Afterwards, in the Nation’s Gallery, prominent figures in entertainment, business, philanthropy, and politics will gather for dinner and dancing.

Summer of Inspiration: AileyCamp Empowers and Uplifts Local Youth in New York City and Newark During July-August in Six-Week Full Scholarship Program

(New York, NY) - June 27, 2024 – This year, AileyCamp celebrates 35 years of transforming the lives of nearly 1,000 youth annually across the country through dance, inspiring students to discover their unlimited potential. The two local programs will kick off their six-week summer sessions on July 1, 2024, in the Bronx, in collaboration with Children’s Aid Society, and in Newark, with New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Newark Public Schools.

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