First Fridays - Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey %

Be a part of the coolest First Friday in
Kansas City!

February

Celebrate First Friday with an evening that brings visual art and live performance together.

Join us for an improvised performance inspired by the work of Kansas City-based artist Rita Blitt, whose expressive, gestural lines have been described as *“dancing on paper.” This special event explores movement, line, and artistic expression in real time.

Event Details:

February 6, 6:00 PM

📍 Leedy-Voulkos Art Center

2012 Baltimore Ave., Kansas City, MO 64108

Host: Tyrone Aiken

Performers: Winston Dynamite Brown, Kennedy Banks-Battle, Latra Wilson

Gallery Manager: Erin Woodworth

This unique experience invites audiences to witness art in motion — an unforgettable First Friday moment.

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Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey

1984–2026

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August 13, 2025/by Angelica Armstrong

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First Friday Registration

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Waiver of Liability / Acknowledgment of Risk / Photo & Video Release
I understand and agree that in participating in any dance class, workshop, rehearsal or performance, there is a possibility of physical injury and, in rare circumstances, death. I agree to release and hold harmless Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey, including its teachers, dancers, staff members, and facilities from any cause of action, claims, or demands now and in the future. I will not hold Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey liable for any personal injury or any personal property damage, which may occur on the premises before, during or after classes. Furthermore, I understand that I should be aware of my, and/or my child’s physical limitations and agree not to exceed them. If I am signing this waiver for my child, I certify that I am the parent or legal guardian and have the right to waive these rights. Further, I authorize and agree that Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey may take and use photographs/videos of me and/or my child for purposes of record keeping, advertising, and marketing. I understand that I do not have any rights to these photographs/videos and will not be compensated for the same.
Have you read, understood and agree to the terms of this waiver?*
- YES: I understand and agree to the terms of this waiver.

Would you like to join the more than 100 generous individuals who share time, treasure and talents to support the mission of KCFAA?

Yes! I would like to volunteer!

The Copaken Family Fund

Miller Nichols Charitable Foundation

The Briedenthal-Snyder Foundation

William T. Kemper Charitable Trust, UMB Bank, n.a., Trustee

Francis Family Foundation

RA Long Foundation

The H & R Block Foundation

Ira and Florita M. Brady Fund

Richard J. Stern Foundation for the Arts – Commerce Bank, Trustee

US Bank Foundation

Be a part of the coolest First Friday in Kansas City!

First Friday Registration

Would you like to join the more than 100 generous individuals who share time, treasure and talents to support the mission of KCFAA?

Be a part of the coolest First Friday in
Kansas City!