Workshops
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Upcoming in NY
Friday, July 18 | 6:30–8pm
AILEY Masterclass with Vernard J. Gilmore
After 28 incredible years as dancer with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater—not including his time as a student at The Ailey School and a dancer with Ailey II—Vernard J. Gilmore embodies the very essence of the Ailey legacy. Join us in celebration of Vernard’s final bow as a Company member as he leads a special contemporary-modern masterclass!
Saturday, July 19 | 3:30–5pm
Jump! with Judith McCarty
Join Judith McCarty for an energizing fitness class that blends vibrant Afrobeats rhythms with fun, high-intensity dance workouts. No dance or fitness experience needed—just bring your energy and get ready to sweat.
Monday, July 21 | 6:30–8pm
Masterclass with Camille A. Brown
Join five-time Tony Award-nominated director and choreographer, Camille A. Brown, to learn Brown’s repertory from her work on Broadway, in opera, and with her company, Camille A. Brown & Dancers.
Friday, July 25 & Saturday, July 26
Waack to the Future
New York’s leading waacking experience returns with powerful workshops and an inspiring panel featuring icons of the past and stars of today. Celebrate Queer, Black, and Latinx history through the electrifying dance style born from the 1970s disco era.
August 21–30
Hearts of Men
This unique program founded by Fredrick Earl Mosley, with Dudley Williams, Matthew Rushing, Clifton Brown, Brian Harlan Brooks, and Jamal Story, creates an environment for male and genderqueer individuals to forge life-long healthy and supportive relationships through classes, discussions, and performances. Hearts of Men brings us together in joy, creativity, and love, showcasing how movement can foster unity and community.
Ailey Experience NYC
Summer Workshop for Kids & Teens
FAQS
It's easy to start dancing at Ailey Extension. First, create an account online here or through the Ailey Extension app.
We encourage students to register for class in advance—classes and workshops can and do sell out. Simply sign into Mindbody on your app or browser, find your class or workshop, click “Book,” and pay for your class. Please note that class packages are subject to expiration dates upon activation.
Students are also welcome to sign up for class at the Extension Desk at The Joan Weill Center for Dance by paying with card, cash, or contactless payments.
You must be 16 years or older to take Ailey Extension classes and workshops.
If your child is not old enough to take our drop-in classes or workshops, we offer Kids & Teens classes for ages 2–3 and 5–17 every Sunday.
The Ailey Studios, at The Joan Weill Center for Dance, are located at 405 West 55th at 9th Avenue in midtown Manhattan. We are walking distance from the Columbus Circle subway station (accessible via 1, 2, 3, A, C, B, and D lines) and 57th and 7th Ave. subway station (accessible via N, R, and Q lines). Convenient buses include M30, M31, M57, and M11.
Learn more about visiting The Joan Weill Center for Dance here.
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