At Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey we are proud to offer presentations, performances, events and studio and school programs throughout the year that promote diversity and inclusion.
Ailey Trio
Ailey Trio, established in 1993, is unique to Kansas City and an important part of KCFAA’s arts education programming. Taking a short break from their rigorous schedule with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, three AAADT dancers bring their talent to KC to introduce Alvin Ailey’s vision and legacy to students, supporters and community members.
Setting the Stage
An interactive walkthrough of African-American and American History with a focus on dance.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is recognized by U.S. Congressional resolution as a vital American “Cultural Ambassador to the World.” Ailey’s artists have performed for an estimated 25 million people in 71 countries on 6 continents. Led by Robert Battle, Ailey’s performances celebrate the human spirit through the African-American cultural experience and the American modern dance tradition.
AileyCamp Final Performance
AileyCamp is a six-week summer day camp where students are introduced to dance and come to respect the discipline of dance as a physical activity which requires athletic ability comparable to skills demanded by any sport.
First Fridays
Enjoy free hip-hop dance lessons every First Friday in the 18th and Vine District.
Returning in February of 2023
Race, Place & Diversity
Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey is committed to focusing attention on fostering awareness of issues of diversity at the local, regional, national, and international level.
Returning in Fall of 2023
Ailey II
Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s best young dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding emerging choreographers.
Returning in 2024
Ailey II’s Kyle H. Martin. Photo by Nir Arieli