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Ailey II Dance Company
Ailey II Dance Company
Wednesday, February 23, 2022, 8:00 pm

Ailey II Dance Company

Presented by Sunset Presents

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. Founded by Alvin Ailey, the company embodies his pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people. Since its 1974 inception, Ailey II has flourished into one of the most popular modern dance companies, combining a rigorous touring schedule with extensive community outreach programs. With new artisitc director Fancesca Harper at the helm, she brings fresh perspectives to Mr. Ailey's legacy, while nurturing creative voices and propelling the company forward.

Sunset Center is also honored to have this prestigious dance company participate in Classroom Connections as part of our comprehensive Arts Education Program. By bringing world-class artists into local classrooms, the Classroom Connections initiative has served over 11,000 students in Monterey County, designed to foster imagination, confidence, and a sense of possibility.

TICKETS: Level I $79 / Level II $69 / Level III $59