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Ailey II in Chalvar Monteiro’s Berry Dreamin’ © Christopher Duggan

Ailey II dancers shine in ambitious mixed bill at New York's Joyce Theater

By Carla Escoda, 18 March 2026

In their penultimate stop on a US tour, Ailey's second company produced exceptional performances in an Ailey classic and four handsome new works.

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New York City

18 Mar 2026

Ailey II dancers shine in ambitious mixed bill at the Joyce Theater

By Carla Escoda

Parsons Dance in David Parsons' Wolfgang © Paula Lobo

Parsons Dance Program: joyous and fun to watch

By Ivy Lin, 16 May 2025

Parsons Dance are really worth watching in an engaging mixed bill at The Joyce Theater.

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New York City

16 May 2025

Parsons Dance Program: joyous and fun to watch

By Ivy Lin

A.I.M by Kyle Abraham in Andrea Miller's Year © Carrie Schneider

Abraham's 2x4 is a bright spot in an uneven program

By Ivy Lin, 22 April 2025

A.I.M by Kyle Abraham at the Joyce Theater proved to be a mixed offering with his own piece, 2x4, coming off best.

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New York City

22 Apr 2025

Abraham's 2x4 is a bright spot in an uneven program

By Ivy Lin

A.I.M by Kyle Abraham in his If We Were a Love Song © Christopher Duggan

Moving and provocative work from A.I.M by Kyle Abraham

By Carla Escoda, 06 April 2024

A world premiere from Rena Butler and two fine revivals from Kyle Abraham buoy a performance of A.I.M at SUNY-Purchase.

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Purchase

06 Apr 2024

Moving and provocative work from A.I.M by Kyle Abraham

By Carla Escoda