Including a post-show Q&A with the dancers, moderated by Sandra L. Burton, Williams College Lipp Family Director of Dance and Senior Lecturer in Dance

$36 – $76
Mahaiwe Member & Youth Discount Event

$36 Reserved
$56 Preferred
$76 Premium

Members receive $5 off each ticket
$15 ages 30 and under (visit the Box Office or call 413-528-0100, Wed – Sat, 12-4pm) 

This year, Ailey II – The Next Generation of Dance – marks its 50th anniversary of merging the spirit and energy of the country’s finest early-career dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding and emerging choreographers. Founded by Alvin Ailey in 1974, this universally renowned company embodies his pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people. Under the leadership of Sylvia Waters, who served as artistic director for 38 seasons, Ailey II flourished into one of the most popular modern dance companies, combining a rigorous touring schedule with extensive community outreach programs. Today, with Artistic Director Francesca Harper at the helm, she brings fresh perspectives to Mr. Ailey’s legacy, while nurturing new creative voices and propelling the company forward.

Program:

Mystery at Sky Square (2024)
Choreography by Alia Kache
Music by Omari Tau

Down the Rabbit Hole (2024)
Choreography by Houston Thomas
Music by Johannes Goldbach (“Pomassl”)

Steams (1970)
Choreography by Alvin Ailey
Music by Miloslav Kabelac (“Eight Inventions, Opus 24”)

Photo by Nir Arieli

Co-presented with