Famous dance theater scheduled May 13-14

Hailed by The New York Times as “rich with fine performers these days, both established and rising stars,’ the internationally famous Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater tells stories, giving life to national culture and history with astonishing energy, artistry and power. Blending familiar music (jazz, blues, spirituals and even some songs by Stevie Wonder) with different styles of dance, the work is universal in its appeal to audiences of all ages, gender and background. Both evenings at TPAC will close with Ailey’s signature “Revelations,” set to ten spirituals.

“Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is one of those performances that everyone absolutely should see in their lifetime,” said Kathleen O’Brien. “The company produces some of the most breathtaking, awe inspiring, impressive – and even seemingly impossible – dance I have ever witnessed.

‘Their work is accessible, offering a visual feast for audiences of all types and ages. And I’m pleased to say that through a special underwriting opportunity, TPAC is providing a limited number of deeply discounted tickets so that companies have the chance to send children to experience this performance – children who may otherwise never get to see them.’

‘TPAC is very passionate about exposing all audiences to performing arts, and thanks to community support, we’re bringing some of the very best in the world to Nashville,” O’Brien added.

Underwriting opportunities exist for companies who wish to purchase tickets at a discounted rate for children served by local non-profit organizations in the community.

Blocks of ten tickets are available; ticket availability is limited to the Wednesday, May 14 performance. Underwriters may designate to an organization of their choice or work with TPAC that has identified organizations with interest in coordinating groups to attend the performance. For more information, please call (615) 687-4292.

The TPAC performances are part of a 50th Anniversary Celebration, which began nationwide at the end of March, with 18 months of special public performances, commercial partnerships, events and projects.

Tickets for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater range from $30-65, depending on seat location. For tickets, visit www.tpac.org/alvinailey, the TPAC Box Office (Downtown or at Davis-Kidd Booksellers in The Mall at Green Hills), or any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets may also be purchased by calling Ticketmaster at 615/255-ARTS (2787).

Group discounts for 20 or more are available by calling (615) 782-4060.

Gold Circle tickets are available for $125 each for the Tuesday, May 13 performance, which include the best available orchestra seats and a post-show party with the company.