Alvin Ailey | American Dance Theatre

Alvin Ailey | American Dance Theatre

About:

In 1958 on March 30th, Alvin Ailey and a group of young African American modern dancers performed for the first time as members of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre at New York's 92nd street YM-YWHA. Alvin Ailey offers a variety of dance programs for people of all ages. There is a community outreach that involves AIE (Ailey Arts in Education) where young children and adults are encouraged to explore their creativity and enjoy the aspect of DANCE. Along with the community outreach there is an Ailey Camp, this is a summer camp for kids ages 11-14 to not only train in dance but to build our their personal development and respect for themselves and others. There are two performing companies, the original Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre and Ailey 11. Ailey 11 is filled with new, young talent and the future Alvin Ailey company members. Furthermore, Alvin Ailey has even created his own school "Ailey School" that was built in Brooklyn NY 1969. Going beyond, there is also an "Ailey Extension" where dance is accessible to everyone. Whether you've never danced in your life, haven't danced in years, or just want a fitness class... you can find yours here.

Characteristics:

•  Focus is Dance
• Programs for people of all ages or professionals
• 2 Professional Dance companies
• Dance Foundation can also be found in Kansas & Atlanta
• Is a performing arts community that uses beauty/humanity of the African-American heritage and other cultures to unite people of all races, ages and backgrounds. 

Programs Offered

• The Ailey School (Professional Division, Pre-Professional Division, 2 Dance Intensives)
• Ailey Extension
• Arts in Education (AIE)
• Ailey Camp
• Partners with Fordham University / BFA in Fine Arts: Dance

1. Fordham/Ailey School : https://www.fordham.edu/info/21862/dance
2. Board of Trustees: https://www.alvinailey.org/about/board-of-trustees
3. Administrative / Departments: https://www.alvinailey.org/about/administrative-staff

Pertinent Information:
-There are no auditions at the moment
- Job opportunities/ Internships: https://www.alvinailey.org/about/job-opportunities
-Support/ Become an Alvin Ailey partner: https://www.alvinailey.org/support/join-ailey/ailey-partners
-Rentals & Visits : https://www.alvinailey.org/rentals-and-visits
-Performance & Tickets - More information here: https://www.alvinailey.org/calendar
-More specifics on training programs, classes, and future auditions - Find more information here: https://www.alvinailey.org/classes-training/training-programs


Associated Costs/ Tuition Fees

1.  Certificate Program: $13,840 ($6,920 per semester)
2. Independent Study Program: $11,670 ($5,835 per semester)
3. Summer Intensive: $3025
4. Fordham/Alvin Ailey: Full-time: $51,285 per year Part-time: $1,710 per credit

**Other Fees during the School Year**

• Audition Fee: $20
• BFA Audition Fee: $35
• International Student Fee (new students only): $50
• Annual Registration Fee: $50
• Physical Therapy fee: $100 per semester

Location:

405 W. 55th Street, New York, NY 10019

405 W 55th St

New York, NY 10019

How to get there:

-Walk 8 minutes. Stop at 96th street and 2 Ave

-Take Subway Q towards Coney Island-Stillwell Ave ( 4 stops away)

-Get off at 57 Street Subway Station

-Walk about 7 mins.