Ballet East Dance Company

04/08/2026

03/31/2026

03/09/2026

Join us as we honor the life of Carmen de Lavallade during Women’s History Month on what would have been her 95th birthday. She was a legendary dancer, choreographer, and teacher and one of Alvin Ailey’s first muses. Her legacy echoes across generations of dancers and artists following her passing. Click the link in bio to ready a special tribute that honors her lifelong dedication to dance.

Carmen de Lavallade with the Ailey company in Alvin Ailey's 'Blues Suite.' Photo by Jack Mitchell. (©) Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation, Inc. and Smithsonian

02/19/2026

"Dance from the heart, dance from the soul, dance from the spirit!" - Judith Jamison

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Ailey dancer Christopher R. Wilson performing Alvin Ailey’s 'Revelations’

02/18/2026

02/18/2026

Thank you Kathy, for all of your contributions to the Austin Dance Community. May your energy continue to radiate in the spirit world as you dance infinitely into the universe.

10/04/2025

08/18/2025

Famous Texans
Alvin Ailey

Alvin Ailey (1931–1989) was an influential African American dancer, choreographer, and visionary who transformed modern dance into a powerful vehicle for cultural expression. In 1958, he founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, a company that became renowned worldwide for blending ballet, modern dance, jazz, and African American cultural traditions. Ailey’s most famous work, Revelations (1960), is a masterpiece that celebrates African American spirituals, gospel, and blues, conveying themes of resilience, faith, and hope. Through his artistry, he broke racial barriers, brought Black cultural stories to the world stage, and inspired generations of dancers. His legacy continues today, with his company touring internationally and nurturing new talent while staying true to his mission of making dance accessible to all.