Why did Alvin Ailey choose Kansas City for the official second home of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater?
Alvin Ailey found that the people of Kansas City believed in his vision of a diverse community, united by dance to inspire and change lives. The people of Kansas City always had a warm, welcoming embrace for Mr. Ailey and his company of dancers. Through the relationships he formed here, ideas began to spark, and with great community support, KCFAA was born.