Ailey Ii - A Modern Dance Company

Founded by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater & Sylvia Waters, this traveling company has built a reputation all its own for showcasing amazing young dance talent. 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. Alvin Ailey personally appointed former Ailey member, Sylvia Waters, as Artistic Director in 1974. Under her direction, Ailey II has flourished into one of the most popular dance companies in the country, combining a rigorous touring schedule with extensive community outreach programs. More Info below.