Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns to Boston
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's return to Boston is more than just a performance, it’s an eagerly-awaited sign of our city’s return to the traditions we love.
This world-renowned dance company has been one of Celebrity Series’ most popular annual events, a tradition dating all the way back to 1968. Enjoyed by aficionados and newcomers alike, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater reminds us of the power that dance has to amaze and bring people together. Expect new and classic works alongside the company’s most enduring signature work, Revelations.
WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
It’s the first time since 2019 Celebrity Series of Boston is proud to present the Ailey company. This is a big deal, because it had been more or less an annual tradition since the 60s!
Every program closes with Alvin Ailey’s masterpiece “Revelations.”
Friday evening and Sunday matinee’s programs are a celebration of Artistic Director Robert Battle’s tenth anniversary with the company. He’s only the third person to lead the company since Mr. Ailey founded it in 1958, and he’s led the company into an exciting era of commissioning new works while still performing Ailey classics with unparalleled artistry and heart.
The Thursday night / Saturday night program has a work by a recently-retired Ailey dancer, Jamar Roberts, called Holding Space: it’s a reflection on the Covid pandemic, so it’s really timely and thought-provoking. It’s a beautiful piece – Roberts is an amazing choreographer with big ideas and a compelling sense of musicality.
Masks are required, plus full vaccination or a recent negative Covid test.
Check out this exclusive Secret Boston code!
We have a discount offer to share – terms below:
Use code CS25SE
25% off all performances, price levels 1-4
Expires at 3:30pm on Sunday 5/1. Limit 4 discount tickets per order.
Once you choose a date, there will be a button on the Seat Selection page that says Unlock: tap or click that to enter the promo code CS25SE to claim the offer!