Written Features
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10 dances to know by Alvin Ailey
Here are 10 iconic dances he choreographed, running the emotional gamut from love to grief...
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Loving the unknown Alvin Ailey
Why Alvin Ailey’s fear of AIDS stigma inspires Juan Michael Porter II to fight for...
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A week in the life of an Ailey dancer
Khalia Campbell shares her day-to-day life as a dancer in the Alvin Ailey American Dance...
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Alvin Ailey biography and timeline
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Alvin Ailey’s legacy continues to inspire across generations
By Kayla Stewart
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Q&A with choreographer Rennie Harris
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Alvin Ailey quotes on life, dance and the Black experience
Video Features
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Ailey dancers reflect on company's scrappy beginnings
Former Ailey dancers recall how Alvin Ailey worked hard to raise money for the company.
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Bill T. Jones remembers the first time he met Alvin Ailey
"I was lonely for colleagues who were people of color," said Jones upon meeting Ailey.
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Choreographer Rennie Harris on channeling Ailey
Rennie Harris choreographed a piece about Ailey for the 60th anniversary of the company.
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Ailey's "Revelations" draws on African American spirituals
Ailey's "Revelations" performance depicted the "Black experience."
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Alvin Ailey on Chauncey Green, the friend who saved his life
Ailey describes his "blood memories" and an impactful friendship.
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Rennie Harris on the power of the choreographer
Rennie Harris describes how choreographers are responsible for their dancers.
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The story of a visionary artist who found salvation through dance.
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