Ailey II

Ailey II Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s second company. Bringing fresh perspectives and nurturing new Sylvia Waters was selected by Mr. Ms.
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Ailey II is Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s second company that 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. Founded in 1974 as the Alvin Ailey Repertory Ensemble, the company embodies his pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community

that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people. Ailey to be its founding Artistic Director, serving in that role for the Company's first 38 seasons and helping Ailey II to flourish into one of the most popular modern dance companies, combining a rigorous touring schedule with extensive community outreach programs. In September 2021, Francesca Harper was selected to become Artistic Director of Ailey II by Robert Battle, Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, and Bennett Rink, Executive Director of Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation. Harper – who trained at The Ailey School and who has choreographed for both Ailey companies – brings fresh perspectives to Mr. Ailey’s legacy, while nurturing new creative voices and propelling the Company forward. Dance Magazine calls Ailey II "second to none," and The New York Times declares, "There's nothing like an evening spent with Ailey II, the younger version of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater."

06/15/2026

Patiently waiting to be back dancing together for the next Ailey II season! 🤩

🎥 : Ailey II's Adanna Smalls and Jada Ammons performing Rena Butler's 'In Session' at The Joyce back in March

Please join us in wishing our fearless leader, Ailey II Artistic Director Francesca Harper the happiest of birthdays tod...
05/04/2026

Please join us in wishing our fearless leader, Ailey II Artistic Director Francesca Harper the happiest of birthdays today! Your vision, passion, and commitment to the Ailey legacy inspire us all and we would not be where we are without you - we love you !! 🥳 🥳

Photo by Nir Arieli

04/29/2026

Ailey II and The Ailey School students have had the honor to learn and share Judith Jamison's iconic work 'Divining' over the last several years and it truly encapsulates a celebration of world dance! We are honored to bring this beautiful art form to audiences everywhere - Happy International Dance Day! 🌍

🎥 : Footage of Judith Jamison's 'Divining' performed by Ailey II's Jordyn White, former Ailey II artist Kiri Moore, Ailey II apprentice Michelle Osanya, and students from The Ailey School Professional Division
Cover photo by Danica Paulos of Ailey II's Jordyn White

04/27/2026

Enjoying some time to rest, but ready for Ailey II to be back 'In Session' ...😉

🎥 : Ailey II performing Rena Butler's 'In Session' at The Joyce Theater

Please join us as we wish the phenomenal Ailey II apprentice Vic E. Davis the happiest of birthdays today! You continue ...
04/07/2026

Please join us as we wish the phenomenal Ailey II apprentice Vic E. Davis the happiest of birthdays today! You continue to amaze us with your artistry and versatility and we are so proud to watch you step into your power - we love you !! 🥳🥳

Photo by Nir Arieli

04/07/2026

St. Louis, we will see you this week! Ailey II takes the stage at the Blanche M. Touhill Performing Arts Center this Thursday and Friday at 7:30pm! Can't wait to bring 'Berry Dreamin'' by Chalvar Monteiro, 'Down the Rabbit Hole' by Houston Thomas, and 'Revelations' by Alvin Ailey to the stage - link in our bio!

🎥: Ailey II's Jennifer Gerken and Meredith Brown in Chalvar Monteiro's 'Berry Dreamin''

Everyone join us in wishing the undeniable Ailey II apprentice Naia Neal the happiest of birthdays today! Your strength ...
04/05/2026

Everyone join us in wishing the undeniable Ailey II apprentice Naia Neal the happiest of birthdays today! Your strength and resilience are unmatched and it is a true joy to watch your journey unfold - we love you ! 🥳 🥳

Photo by Nir Arieli

Overwhelmed with gratitude as Ailey II wrapped a sold-out week at ! Thank you to The Joyce team, to the Ailey II team, ...
03/27/2026

Overwhelmed with gratitude as Ailey II wrapped a sold-out week at ! Thank you to The Joyce team, to the Ailey II team, and to everyone who came out to support and be part of the magic! 🫶

📸: Ailey II with Artistic Director Francesca Harper on closing night at The Joyce

Please join us in wishing our outstanding Ailey II artist Christian Butts the happiest of birthdays today! We are so pro...
03/24/2026

Please join us in wishing our outstanding Ailey II artist Christian Butts the happiest of birthdays today! We are so proud of everything you have accomplished in your first season and we can't wait to watch your journey unfold - we love you !! 🥳 🥳

Ailey II's Christian Butts in Chalvar Monteiro's Berry Dreamin'. Photo by Cameron Mazingo

03/18/2026

Sending our Ailey II dancers all the love on their opening night at The Joyce Theater! We caught up with Ailey II Artistic Director Francesca Harper to get the inside scoop on all the new works premiering in New York City this week - you do not want to miss it! March 17 through 22 - link in bio for all programming!

🎥: Ailey II Artistic Director Francesca Harper sharing thoughts on the new Ailey II works - Chalvar Monteiro's 'Berry Dreamin',' Renee I. McDonald's 'Likes vs Life,' 'My'Kal Stromile's 'Third Person Point of View,' and Rena Butler's 'In Session.'

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