The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is known in Atlanta for its wonderful performances that sell out every February. What some don’t know is that the Ailey dance company doesn’t leave in February. They recruit dancers for the six-week Ailey Dance Camp. Students from Atlanta Public Schools, ages 11-14, are invited to participate.
The Ailey Dance Camp operates in 20 cities across the country, providing life skills, including critical thinking, conflict resolution, and more. While some participants may go on to have careers in dance, most will use the poise and discipline they learn throughout their entire lives and careers.
Thomas shares that most of the participants become leaders in their communities. The Ailey camp in Atlanta will host two performances this summer. The first is on June 26th at the Clayton County Arts Center, entitled Future Tense. They have also been invited to perform at a POP-UP for the FIFA World Cup audiences on July 14th. For more information AileyCamp Final Performance