The Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion presents a seven-performance engagement by the acclaimed Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, from Wednesday, April 2, through Sunday, April 6.
The first program includes the L.A. premieres of “Sacred Songs” (2024), choreographed by Los Angeles native Matthew Rushing; “Many Angels” (2024), choreographed by Lar Lubovitch; and a restaging of “Treading” (1979), choreographed by Elisa Monte.
The second program includes a new production of Ailey favorites: “Grace” (1999), choreographed by Ronald K. Brown; “Ailey Excerpts,” choreographed by Alvin Ailey, comprised of excerpts from “Pas De Duke” (1976), “Masekela Langage” (1969), “Opus McShann” (1988), “Love Songs” (1972) and “For ‘Bird’ – With Love” (1984); and “Cry” (1971), choreographed by Alvin Ailey, a tribute to Judith Jamison. “Every performance will conclude with Revelations.”
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“Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater never ceases to amaze and delight Angelenos and dance enthusiasts of all ages. We are truly honored to have one of the world’s most beloved dance companies as our partner in residence and performing in Los Angeles at this moment in time,” said Rachel S. Moore, president and CEO of The Music Center.
“The company’s unbridled spirit, coupled with the dancers’ extraordinary techniques, are a source of joy and solace many of us—still recovering from and rebuilding after this year’s wildfires—are seeking right now. With two distinct programs comprised of L.A. premieres, new productions of audience favorites, Ailey classics and a celebration of the company’s legendary Judith Jamison, our audiences can expect to be transported on a soulful journey filled with inspiration, hope and rejuvenation.”
“This season we celebrate the lineage and legacy of Alvin Ailey and Judith Jamison, who paved the way for the extraordinary artistry of today’s choreographers and dancers,” said Interim Artistic Director Matthew Rushing.
“As I return to my hometown with the Company for inspiring performances, I reflect on my unexpected journey since seeing Ailey for the first time as a student in Los Angeles – the same city where a young Alvin Ailey discovered the life-changing power of dance. It is so meaningful for me to be back at The Music Center to share the area premiere of my Sacred Songs and present all this season’s repertory demonstrating that dance is both a reflection of our past and a guide to our future, as Ailey’s rich story continues to be written together with audiences.”
Tickets to Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performances are available for purchase now by visiting musiccenter.org/ailey or calling (213) 972-0711.
