Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey (KCFAA)

KCFAA PRESENTS... KC Ailey Ambassadors! Discover KCFAA’s exciting new opportunity for involvement — open to everyone! Come enjoy wine, cheese, and a fun line dancing session. RSVP: [email protected] ____ Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrating 40 Years United by Dance 1984 - 2024 ____ Host Committee: Mark Allen, Rebecca Baumgartner. Pamela Bishop, Lynn Carlton, Lorece Chanelle, Reece Clark, Astra Garner, Damian Lair, Kevin Puryear, Jamila Weaver #KCFAA

?? Where Strategy Meets Creativity – TONIGHT! ?? Great leaders know that bold ideas fuel transformation—and tonight, you'll witness innovation in motion! Get ready for an unforgettable evening where performance meets vision, movement meets meaning, and creativity meets impact. ?? ???? PLUS! Setting the Stage dancers have been inspiring students with special performances in schools, sharing the power of movement, storytelling, and culture. Now, it's your turn to experience their artistry live! ?? www.kcfaa.org Setting the Stage - Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey The Gem Theater Thursday, February 27, 2025 @ 7PM 1615 E 18th Street Kansas City, MO 64108 ____ Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrating 40 Years United by Dance 1984 - 2024 ____

? Step into a Time Machine with KCFAA! ? We’re flipping through the pages of history, diving into Ailey II programs from 1984-1991—because just like dance, performances evolve, and so do their stories! ?????? Donate Today- Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey www.kcfaa.org ____ Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrating 40 Years United by Dance 1984 - 2024 ____

Celebrate the Arts with Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey! – A Night of Impact and Elegance Ailey II’s public performance is fast approaching. Reserve your spot now for a night of outstanding artistry, followed by an exciting gala celebration with performances and dancing. Don’t miss this perfect blend of culture, connection, and creativity! Ailey II, Friday, April 25, 2025, 7:30PM and April 26, 2025, 1:00PM Folly Theater, 300 W 12th St Kansas City MO 64105 Performance/Gala (Following at Marriott (downtown)- April 26,2025 ,6:00 PM https://kcfaa.org/gala/ ____ Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrating 40 Years United by Dance 1984 - 2024 ____

??? Elevate Your Team’s Energy & Creativity! Encourage your employees to step away from their desks and onto the dance floor! Our Adult Ballet & Jazz Classes offer a fun and engaging way to boost morale, relieve stress, and inspire creativity. Sign up today! Studio Plus Dance Classes - Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey KCFAA STUDIOS 1714 E 18th Street KCMO 64108 Wednesday-5:55 Pm-6:55 Pm (Ballet) Wednesday-7:00 Pm-8:00 Pm ( Jazz) ____ Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrating 40 Years United by Dance 1984 - 2024 ____

Invest in the Future—Support Young Dancers Today! Your donation empowers aspiring young artists, giving them access to dance, discipline, and self-expression. Together, we can shape tomorrow’s leaders through the power of the arts. Make an impact today! Donate Today- Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey www.kcfaa.org ____ Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrating 40 Years United by Dance 1984 - 2024 ____

Dancer- Latra Wilson Chief Artistic Officer/Choreographer -Tyrone Aiken Mark Your Calendars – A Journey Through African American Dance is Almost Here! The countdown is on! In just a few days, witness a breathtaking tribute to African American dance at The Gem Theater. Tyrone Aiken’s choreography brings history to life through powerful movement, narration, and visuals—all in a FREE performance that will move your soul. Don’t miss this inspiring night of culture, artistry, and storytelling! The Gem Theater Thursday, February 27, 2025 @ 7PM 1615 E 18th Street Kansas City, MO 64108 ____ Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrating 40 Years United by Dance 1984 - 2024 ____

Bill Bailey: The First Moonwalker & Dance Pioneer Long before MJ, Bill Bailey made history as the first recorded moonwalker — a true dance pioneer! A protégé of Bill "Bojangles" Robinson, Bailey revolutionized tap dance, blending rhythm, storytelling, and innovation. This Black History Month, we honor his lasting impact on dance and entertainment. ____ Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrating 40 Years United by Dance 1984 - 2024 ____

KC Ailey Ambassadors! Tuesday, March 4, 5-7PM Polsinelli? 900 W 48th St Unit 900 Kansas City, MO 64112 Join us for wine, cheese, line dancing and conversation about this new?Avenue for involvement --open to all! RSVP: [email protected] ____ Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey Celebrating 40 Years United by Dance 1984 - 2024 ____ Host Committee: Mark Allen Rebecca Baumgartner Pamela Bishop Lynn Carlton Lorece Chanelle Reece Clark Astra Garner Damian Lair Kevin Puryear Jamila Weaver