“Revelations” by Alvin Ailey will be performed on both nights. Since it was made in 1960, “Revelations” has been seen by more people around the world than any other modern dance work. Its strong stories and soul-stirring music move audiences, and its themes of determination, hope, and transcendence are timeless.
“Revelations” was inspired by Ailey’s memories of growing up in the south and going to church at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Texas. It honors the rich cultural history of African Americans and looks at the range of human emotions.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is putting on these shows, which are co-sponsored by the Black Cultural Center at Virginia Tech and partly paid for by gifts from Dr. Mark and Connie Froggatt, Ms. Ann Goette, and Dr. James M. Shuler and Ms. Margaret F. Shuler.
Related events
Film, “American Masters: Ailey”
On Wednesday, February 22, at 7:30 p.m., “American Masters: Ailey,” a PBS documentary about the famous choreographer Alvin Ailey, will be shown for free at the Lyric Theater in downtown Blacksburg.
Discussion with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Join the artistic staff of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater on Tuesday, February 28 from 6 to 6:30 p.m. at Haymarket Theatre in Squires Student Center for a conversation about the company’s lasting legacy and inspiring mission. The event is free and open to everyone, but you have to sign up first.
Class visits
During their time at Virginia Tech, members of the dance company will teach a dance class and talk with students about the company’s history and artistic goals.
School-day performance
As part of the Moss Arts Center’s school-day performance series, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will put on a free show for teachers and students in grades four through seven from Floyd, Montgomery, Pulaski, Roanoke, Radford, and Salem. A study guide for teachers was added to the program to help them use the performance as part of their regular lessons.
Ticket information
Tickets range from $40 to $75 for the general public, and $10 for students and kids under 18. Tickets can be bought online, at the Moss Arts Center’s box office Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by calling 540-231-5300 during box office hours.
