Hymn Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Tickets

BAM Howard Gilman Opera House, New York, USA

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Available Dates: 4 - 7 Jun, 2026 (4 events)

Important Info

Type: Ballet

City: New York, USA

Duration: 37min

Acts: 1

Ticket delivery: E-Tickets

E-tickets: Print at home or at the box office of the event if so specified. You will find more information in your booking confirmation email.

Can I choose my seats?

You can only select the category, and not the exact seats.
If you order 2 or 3 tickets: your seats will be next to each other.
If you order 4 or more tickets: your seats will be next to each other, or, if this is not possible, we will provide a combination of groups of seats (at least in pairs, for example 2+2 or 2+3).

Cast

Performers

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Creators

Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach

Choreographer: Alvin Ailey

Choreographer: Judith Jamison

Choreographer: Medhi Walerski

Music: Robert Ruggieri

Overview

Hymn is a powerful and uplifting dance work by choreographer Alonzo King, set to the spiritual music of Jason Moran. The ballet celebrates the dignity, resilience, and spiritual strength of the African American experience. Through fluid movement and expressive physicality, Hymn becomes a tribute to humanity, unity, and inner light.

Hymn is a deeply spiritual and emotionally resonant work created by acclaimed choreographer Alonzo King for the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Set to the rich and soulful compositions of jazz pianist and composer Jason Moran, the ballet draws inspiration from African American spiritual traditions and contemporary musical expression.

Through expansive, flowing movement and moments of quiet intensity, Hymn reflects themes of resilience, remembrance, and transcendence. The dancers’ bodies seem to breathe with the music, creating a sense of collective ritual and personal reflection. Rather than telling a literal story, the work invites audiences into a shared emotional space — one shaped by struggle, faith, and enduring hope.

Hymn stands as a moving testament to the power of dance as a universal language, honoring cultural heritage while speaking directly to the present moment.

Venue Info

BAM Howard Gilman Opera House - New York
BAM Howard Gilman, Opera House, 30 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217, United States

BAM Howard Gilman Opera House is a historic and elegant performance venue in Brooklyn, New York, renowned for its world-class opera, ballet, theater, and music productions. As part of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, it plays a key role in the international performing arts scene.

BAM Howard Gilman Opera House is one of New York City’s most distinguished historic theaters and a cornerstone of the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM). Opened in 1908, the venue features a richly ornamented interior inspired by European opera houses, with grand arches, gilded details, and exceptional acoustics.

The Opera House seats approximately 2,100 spectators and hosts a wide range of performances, including opera, ballet, contemporary dance, symphonic concerts, theater productions, and interdisciplinary projects. It is internationally acclaimed for presenting bold, innovative works alongside classical masterpieces.

Over the decades, the BAM Opera House has welcomed leading artists, ensembles, and companies from around the world, making it a vital platform for cultural dialogue and artistic experimentation. Its blend of historic grandeur and progressive programming has established it as one of the most influential performing arts venues in the United States.