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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Returns to Atlanta's Fox Theatre
The acclaimed dance company celebrates Black History Month with performances through February 15.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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The legendary Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is returning to Atlanta's Fox Theatre to celebrate Black History Month through a series of performances from February 11 to February 15. Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack and dancer Caroline Dartey will be featured in the upcoming shows, which aim to showcase cultural experiences through movement and beauty.
Why it matters
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is one of the most renowned dance companies in the world, known for its powerful performances that explore the African-American experience. The company's return to the Fox Theatre, a historic venue in Atlanta, is an important cultural event that celebrates Black artistry and heritage during Black History Month.
The details
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will be performing at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta from February 11 to February 15. The shows will feature the company's artistic director, Alicia Graf Mack, as well as dancer Caroline Dartey. The performances aim to showcase the company's unique blend of modern dance, ballet, and African-American cultural traditions.
- The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will perform at the Fox Theatre from February 11 to February 15, 2026.
- The shows are scheduled to take place during Black History Month.
The players
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
One of the most acclaimed dance companies in the world, known for its powerful performances that explore the African-American experience.
Alicia Graf Mack
The artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
Caroline Dartey
A dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
Fox Theatre
A historic venue in Atlanta, Georgia, known for hosting a variety of cultural events and performances.
What they’re saying
“The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's performances at the Fox Theatre are an important celebration of Black artistry and heritage during Black History Month.”
— Alicia Graf Mack, Artistic Director, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (Atlanta News First)
“The company's unique blend of modern dance, ballet, and African-American cultural traditions is sure to captivate audiences in Atlanta.”
— Caroline Dartey, Dancer, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (Atlanta News First)
What’s next
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's performances at the Fox Theatre are scheduled to run from February 11 to February 15, 2026, during Black History Month. Tickets for the shows are available for purchase on the Fox Theatre's website.
The takeaway
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's return to the Fox Theatre in Atlanta is a significant cultural event that celebrates Black artistry and heritage during Black History Month. The company's powerful performances, which blend modern dance, ballet, and African-American traditions, are sure to captivate audiences and inspire them to explore the rich history and diversity of Black culture.
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