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From Edges of Ailey

Recently on view at the Whitney’s Edges of Ailey exhibition, Radical Accounting is a series of data-driven visualizations that explore the evolution, global reach, and artistic legacy of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Through dynamic animations, the project highlights the company’s touring history, repertoire, and the generations of dancers who have carried Alvin Ailey's vision forward.

AILEY's Dance Artists, 1958–2023

This video illustrates the growth of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater from a small touring ensemble to an internationally acclaimed institution. It highlights the transmission of dance knowledge across generations of performers, emphasizing Alvin Ailey's role in sharing a living history of dance worldwide.

AILEY, City by City and Year by Year

Focusing on the company's expansive touring history, this animation maps out Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's performances across various cities and years. It showcases how the company built a global presence, reflecting AILEY's commitment to bringing dance to diverse audiences.

AILEY's Performance History, 1958–89

This piece delves into the company's repertoire during its formative years, portraying the range and evolution of performances. It presents Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's body of work as a dynamic, living museum of dance, preserving and innovating choreographic traditions.

A group of dancers in flesh tone dresses look up and reach their hands to the sky

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