A vital American cultural ambassador to the world, the beloved Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater celebrates the uniqueness of the African-American cultural experience and the preservation and enrichment of the American modern dance heritage. Performing for an estimated 25 million people at theaters in 48 states and 71 countries on six continents, as well as millions more through television broadcasts, the Company continues Mr. Ailey’s mission by presenting important works of the past and commissioning new ones. More than 235 works by over 90 choreographers have been part of the Company’s repertory.