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Pamela Robinson

Pamela Robinson

Adjunct Faculty

Music and Performing Arts Professions

Pamela Robinson is Chief Financial Officer for Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation and its renowned programs:  Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Ailey II, The Ailey School, The Ailey Extension, and Ailey’s Arts In Education program. Ms. Robinson oversees the organization’s $40 million budget, as well as human resources, building & studio operations, and ancillary earned income programs. Ms. Robinson joined Ailey in 1997 at the beginning of a time of extensive growth for the organization and played a key role in the planning and development of Ailey’s first permanent home – the 77,000-square-foot Joan Weill Center for Dance, which opened in 2004. During this time, Ailey achieved and maintained investment-grade ratings from three major rating agencies and established the organization’s investment portfolios, which are now valued at over $100M. She started her art career in Washington, DC, with District Curators, avant-garde art presenting organization, and also worked as a business manager and consultant for a number of non-profit arts and commercial entertainment companies. Ms. Robinson has served on the board of DanceUSA, the national service organization for dance. She received an MBA in Finance & Management from New York University and a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Maryland.

 

Courses

MPAPA-GE 2120 Planning and Finance for the Performing Arts

Programs

Performing Arts Administration

Performing Arts Administration at NYU Steinhardt builds on your background in dance, theatre, music, opera, or film to help you become a leader in the field.

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