Ailey welcomes Atlantans on a path of discovery as the Company’s extraordinary artists inspire with breathtaking performances on the Fox Theatre stage. For two nights only, audiences can go behind the curtain for discussions previewing the Atlanta premieres of the powerful new works – Odeand Greenwood. On Thursday and Friday only, Ailey will be hosting special pre-show discussions in the Fox’s premium lounge, the Marquee Club presented by Lexus, featuring Artistic Director Robert Battle, newly appointed Associate Artistic Director Matthew Rushing and Ailey dancer and first Resident Choreographer Jamar Roberts.   

Tickets to Alvin Ailey are onsale now at  FoxTheatre.org, the Fox Theatre Ticket Office and 855-285-8499. Marquee Club access for both Thursday and Friday night’s special pre-show artistic discussions are available for purchase on top of the show ticket for $55 per pass at foxtheatre.org/alvinaileymarqueeclub or by calling 855-285-8499.  Club access includes early, expedited security entry, pre-show complimentary food from a rotating seasonal menu, private bars and restrooms.

Earlier this month at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, Ailey performed Jamar Roberts’ Ode to those impacted by gun violence and celebrated choreographer Donald Byrd’s Greenwood, which draws on the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre as a source.  The Washington Post  raved “Ode feels like another revelation for Ailey” and "Ailey is doing what few major dance organizations do: It is keeping pace with the times, and the conversation."   With these special events at the Marquee Club, Atlantans are invited to join in the conversation.

MARQUEE CLUB PRE-SHOW ARTISTIC DISCUSSIONS:

Thursday, Feb 22 Marquee Club Artistic Discussion - 6:45-7:30pm
Associate Artistic Director Matthew Rushing and dancer and Resident Choreographer Jamar Roberts join in a conversation centered around Mr. Roberts’ new work Ode, a tribute to the innocent victims of gun violence.  Moderated by WABE’s Rose Scott.

Friday, Feb 21 Marquee Club Artistic Discussion - 6:45-7:30pm
Artistic Director Robert Battle and Fulton County Remembrance Coalition’s Stories from the Soil Founder Allison Bantimba for a discussion that will feature Donald Byrd’s Greenwood, a season premiere which examines the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, shining a spotlight on this hidden chapter of our nation’s history.  Moderated by V103’s Ramona DeBreaux.

FULL 2020 Alvin Ailey Programming:

Thurs Feb 20: Divining, Cry / Ode / Revelations

Fri Feb 21: Ounce of Faith / Greenwood / Revelations

Sat Mat Feb 22: BUSK / City of Rain, A Case of You / Revelations

Sat Eve Feb 22: Divining, Cry / Ode / Revelations

Sun Mat Feb 23: BUSK / City of Rain, A Case of You / Revelations

Sun Eve Feb 23: Ounce of Faith / Greenwood / Revelations