Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s New York City Center Season

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world’s most popular dance companies, returns to New York City Center for an engagement that has become a joyous holiday tradition. Led by Artistic Director Robert Battle, Ailey’s extraordinary dancers will move audiences with world premieres by Battle, Amy Hall Garner, and Elizabeth Roxas-Dobrish along with new productions and a variety of repertory favorites. For this 65th anniversary season, highlights of a dozen works by founder Alvin Ailey will be presented in special programs, including performances featuring music by jazz greats and his American masterpiece Revelations, both danced to live music at some performances.  

Opening Night Gala is Nov. 29.