Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT), formerly Alvin Ailey Dance Theater (AADT), is as of 2024 the largest modern dance company in the United States. Based in New York City, the company was founded in 1958 as Alvin Ailey and Company by choreographer, dancer, and Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient Alvin Ailey (1931–1989).
modern dance company based in New York City
Organization
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Location
New York, United States
Frequency
annual
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