# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ailey II
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 27 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Ailey II is universally renowned for merging the spirit and energy of the country’s best early-career dance talent with the passion and creative vision of today’s most outstanding and emerging choreographers. Founded in 1974 as the Alvin Ailey Repertory Ensemble, the company embodies his pioneering mission to establish an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs for all people. Ailey II flourished into one of the most popular dance companies in the country under the leadership of Sylvia Waters, who was selected by Mr. Ailey to be its founding Artistic Director, serving in that role for the company’s first 38 seasons. With Artistic Director Francesca Harper at the helm, Ailey II continues to thrive as she brings a fresh dimension to this beloved company. Dance Magazine calls Ailey II "second to none," and The New York Times declares, "There's nothing like an evening spent with Ailey II, the younger version of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater."
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/des-moines/ailey-ii/200030483423945
- **Event Categories**: art, workshops, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 12

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Des Moines
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309
- **lat**: 41.58729
- **long**: -93.62049
- **full address**: 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Ailey II being held?
  - **A:** Ailey II takes place on Tue, 27 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 27 Oct, 2026 at 07:00 pm at 221 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, United States, Iowa 50309.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Ailey II?
  - **A:** Ailey II is organized by Des Moines Performing Arts - DMPA.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Des Moines Performing Arts - DMPA's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given Des Moines Performing Arts - DMPA a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Des Moines Performing Arts - DMPA has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Ailey II is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Des Moines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Ailey II sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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