Modern dance in Los Angeles, CA is characterized by a sophisticated blend of concert repertoire and experimental new works. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at the Music Center’s Dorothy Chandler Pavilion is one of the most famous modern / contemporary groups. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack, the company performs world premieres like Matthew Neenan’s Difference Between and Fredrick Earl Mosley’s Embrace alongside the timeless masterpiece Revelations. The city’s local strength is anchored by LA Contemporary Dance Company (LACDC), directed by Jamila Glass, and the Dance at the Odyssey festival, which showcases independent voices such as Gretchen Ackerman, Kevin Williamson, and Teresa Toogie Barcelo. These performances and the work of Benjamin Millepied’s L.A. Dance Project, demonstrates how Los Angeles, CA serves as a vital hub for contemporary storytelling of modern dance.