Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Opening Date: Dec 2, 2026

Closing Date: Jan 3, 2027

https://www.nycitycenter.org/events/2026-2027-alvin-ailey-american-dance-theater

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New York City Center - Mainstage

131 West 55th St, New York, NY 10019

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It wouldn’t be the holidays without Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, City Center’s Principal Dance Company. This season promises all the passionate artistry, technical brilliance, and inspiration that make an Ailey performance a singular experience. Under Daria L. and Eric J. Wallach? Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, tradition and innovation seamlessly align.

Enjoy Power of Love, a world premiere by Jamar Roberts, who celebrates the extraordinary R&B and soul singer Luther Vandross, in a piece commissioned by City Center. In another world premiere, A Matter of Time, Yue Yin unites the Ailey dancers’ versatility with her own Foco Technique™. Witness the company premiere of In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated by celebrated ballet choreographer William Forsythe, marking the first time this piece will be performed by a modern dance company. Marvel at the enduring influence of Alvin Ailey in a new production of Judith Jamison’s Hymn, not seen in over 15 years.

Rediscover classics choreographed by Mr. Ailey, including the elegant and flirtatious Pas de Duke and the enduring Revelations, the company’s calling card and the ultimate anthem of resilience and joy.

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Accessibility

Assisted Listening System

Wireless FM assistive listening devices are available free of charge with the presentation of either a driver's license or credit card. Assistive listening devices are available on the table next to the House Manager's lectern on the right side of the Orchestra lobby.
Elevator/Escalator

Wheelchair accessible; located near the House Manager's lectern on the right side of the Orchestra lobby.
Wheelchair Info

New York City Center’s Mainstage, Stage I, Stage II and Studio 5 spaces are all wheelchair accessible. Seats for patrons with disabilities are available online, by phone, and at the box office. Please advise us at the time of ticket purchase of your particular needs. Locations are available on the left and right side of the Orchestra and in row G of the Mezzanine.
Box Office

The box office is in the lobby. It is wheelchair accessible.
Restroom

New York City Center's mainstage restrooms are located on all seating levels. Restrooms for persons in wheelchairs are located on the left side of the lobby of the Orchestra level. On the Grand Tier/Mezzanine level they are to the left of the concessions and coat check area.
Water Fountain

Orchestra & Mezzanine levels. Both are wheelchair accessible.
Seating

The seats in our theater range from 19”-22” wide and are 18” deep. There are armrests on all. They are all joined together, no space between. Some ends have armrests that can fold up for ADA access when wheelchair or walker patrons want to transfer or slide in. Please contact info@nycitycenter.org in advance of your visit if you require accommodations to your seats.