Honoring

Jody Gottfried Arnhold

A luminary in dance education 

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to New York City Center, December 4 – January 5, for the Company’s 66th season celebrating the lineage and legacy of AILEY that continues to open doors and break new ground. This season’s Opening Night Gala will honor educator and advocate Jody Gottfried Arnhold for her unwavering commitment to accessible dance education for all and her support of AILEY’s mission.

The evening will feature the 25th anniversary return of Ronald K. Brown’s Grace, a beloved piece in the Ailey repertoire, accompanied by a one-night-only performance by Tony® and GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Leslie Odom, Jr. and concluding with Alvin Ailey’s indelible Revelations, accompanied by a live choir.

Proceeds from the Gala support the creation of new works, scholarships for talented students at The Ailey School, and AILEY’s innovative educational programs for children.

Download a copy of the Opening Night Gala Save the Date

Co-Chairs

Raina & Jack Pitts
Dr. Danielle Robinson & Reverend Dwayne McClary
Daria L. & Eric J. Wallach
Joan & Sandy Weill
Pamela D. Zilly & John H. Schaefer

Vice Chairs

Anthony S. Kendall
Anthony A. Lewis

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Listings as of July 10, 2024

Programs, casting, and prices are subject to change without notice.