It would seem the timing could hardly be more apt for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's new civil rights-themed piece, "Odetta," a tribute to the late folk singer often referred to as the voice of the civil rights movement.
The dance company's annual soiree will get you in the holiday spirit.
On December 3, 2014 the Alvin Ailey Opening Night Benefit Gala honored Joan Weill upon her retirement as chairman of the Board of Trustees. The evening started with a performance at the New York City Center followed by a dinner at the New York Hilton Midtown.
Ailey's ODETTA celebrates the legacy of a noted humanitarian.
Last Dance: Celebrating artistry and honoring accomplishments.
Last night's opening gala benefit for the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater conjured decidedly mixed feelings. On one hand, the event raised $4.6 million, capping off a $47 million haul for the year. On the other, it was the last gala the organization will see with powerhouse philanthropist Joan Weill as its board chairman: this fall, after twenty years as a trustee, Weill stepped down, having bolstered the dance troupe in ways all but a few artistic foundations can dream.
Alvin Ailey Dancer Glen Allen Sims Doesn't Eat Dinner But Will Finish An Entire Pint Of Ice Cream
Yannick Lebrun, the only french company dancer Alvin Ailey, a lot of talent, and a good dose of luck. In 2001, the Guyanese was spotted by the Alvin Ailey School Director, at a dance in Martinique contest. He was 14 years old.
The Ailey Company's Linda Celeste Sims Thrives On Work
Ailey was a choreographer, dancer, and the founder of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, which is renowned for its inspiring performances in 71 countries on 6 continents since 1958. Ailey’s work was groundbreaking in its exploration of the African American experience and the enrichment of the modern dance tradition, including his beloved American masterpiece Revelations.