Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in Alvin Ailey’s “Revelations”/Photo: Paul Kolnik

1
Super Nothing
(MCA)
In this dance for four, New York-based Miguel Gutierrez reflects on the power and limitations of art to fortify us through the storms of life.
March 28-30

2
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
(Auditorium Theatre)
The legendary company’s annual Windy City engagement features two programs packed with Chicago premieres and concludes with Ailey’s iconic “Revelations.”
March 7-9

3
Ballet Folklorico de México de Amalia Hernandez
(Auditorium Theatre)
Mexico City’s longstanding folkloric dance company floods the Auditorium Theatre stage with color and sound, performing dances from pre-Columbian cultures through the modern era.
March 1 & 2

4
Winning Works
(MCA)
The Joffrey Ballet’s annual competition for emerging choreographers of color turns fifteen this year, featuring new pieces by Karley Childress, Roderick George, Shota Miyoshi, Alejandro Perez and Keelan Whitmore.
March 14-23

5
First Draft
(Links Hall)
Twelve local choreographers present near-complete works over three performances, created for and incubated by Winifred Haun & Dancers.
March 7-9