Ailey II: The Next Generation of Dance
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The Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey (KCFAA) is known for uniting diverse communities through dance and this April they are doing just that by bringing Ailey II: The Next Generation of Dance to Kansas City.
Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding emerging choreographers.
Founded in 1974 as the Alvin Ailey Repertory Ensemble, Ailey II (also known as The Company) embodies Ailey’s pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people. Ailey II has flourished into one of the most popular modern dance companies, combining a rigorous touring schedule with extensive community outreach programs.
With New York-based Artistic Director Troy Powell at the helm, Ailey II continues to thrive as he brings a fresh dimension to this renown company. For more than 20 years, KCFAA Chief Artistic Director and Choreographer Tyrone Aiken has managed the company’s visit to Kansas City and is excited for this year’s cast and performance.
“Every year, the talent involved in Ailey II is truly inspiring,” Aiken said. “It’s exciting to see these young individuals express themselves through their talent and dance. It is more than a performance, it’s a platform!”
Aiken, an Alvin Ailey alum, also coordinates KCFAA’s Setting the Stage, a multi-media program providing insight into the story of African American dance by combining live performance with narrated slide presentations and AileyCamp, which celebrates 30 years of teaching youth the discipline of dance and providing them with leadership skills to help them succeed in school, sports and life.
Ailey II: The Next Generation of Dance at the Folly Theater
Thursday, April 5 – 7:30 p.m.
Community Cares Night special $25
Friday, April 6 – 7:30 p.m.
KC First Friday Night
Saturday, April 7 – Matinee 2 p.m.
Family Funday
Purchase your tickets at: https://www.kcfaa.org/ailey-ii/
KCFAA Gala Following Final Ailey II Performance
The 2018 GALA is KCFAA’s largest single fundraising initiative and a critical component of its budget. The evening is will kick off with the final Ailey II performance and follow with dinner and a dance party.
Time: 6 p.m. – kicks off with Ailey II Performance
Date: April 7
Place: Muehlebach Tower– Right Across from the Folly Theater
Don’t miss out! Purchase your Gala tickets at: https://www.kcfaa.org/gala/
Price: $25