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All posts tagged "Alvin Ailey"
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47Feature ArticlesInaugural Dance Hall of Fame is a star-studded celebration of movement, legacy and joy
In a night that will be remembered as a turning point in the cultural history of dance, the first-ever Dance Hall of Fame ceremony dazzled a full crowd...
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246InterviewsBuilding a strong internal culture: Alicia Graf Mack at the helm of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater welcomes its fourth Artistic Director, Alicia Graf Mack, following only Alvin Ailey (1965-1989), Judith Jamison (1989-2011) and Robert...
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124Dance Studio OwnerDancing teachers: How teaching can positively impact your performing career
For a long time, dance careers (and specifically ballet) existed in three distinct categories; training, performing and teaching/coaching. They rarely overlapped over...
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13Feature ArticlesDallas Black Dance Theatre Names Richard A. Freeman, Jr. as New Artistic Director
The Board of Directors of Dallas Black Dance Theatre (DBDT), one of the nation’s premier professional dance companies, is thrilled to announce...
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148Feature ArticlesAlvin Ailey American Dance Theater Unveils 25-26 Season with New Artistic Director Alicia Graf Mack
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, New York City Center’s Principal Dance Company, returns to the New York City Center stage from December...
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836ReviewsAlvin Ailey American Dance Theater in new works for 2024-25 season
New York City Center, New York, NY.December 17, 2024. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater settled into their annual winter month-long season at...
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606Feature ArticlesThe humble legend who graced us: A tribute to Judith Jamison
“Dancing is bigger than the physical body. Think bigger than that….You’re dancing spirit.” – Judith Jamison (May 1943 – November 2024) Devoted...
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713Feature ArticlesAlicia Graf Mack appointed Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
The Board of Trustees of Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation have announced that Alicia Graf Mack, widely celebrated for her dance artistry during...
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1.3KReviews‘Ailey Classics’ with Celebrity Series of Boston: The comfort of the classics
The Boch Center – Wang Theater, Boston, MA.May 5, 2024. I’ll admit it – I didn’t get a chance to browse the...
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758Feature ArticlesCelebrate Black History Month with dance
February is Black History Month, a time to honor the contributions of and pay tribute to the generations of African Americans who...
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2.2KFeature ArticlesRobert Battle resigns as Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
The Board of Trustees of Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation have announced that Robert Battle, Artistic Director of Ailey since 2011, has informed...
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624Feature ArticlesAlvin Ailey American Dance Theater celebrates 65 years during City Center season
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has announced a much-anticipated 65th anniversary season at its New York City Center “home” from November 29-December 31. The engagement...
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1.7KInterviews30 years strong: A conversation with Jacqulyn Buglisi
“I think that dancing, if you’re able to sustain it…is an incredible life,” affirms Jacqulyn Buglisi, artistic director of Buglisi Dance Theatre....
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1.4KFeature Articles5 Black dancers who inspire us – and how they’re changing the game
Welcome to an incomplete, randomly ordered list of today’s Black dancers who inspire our socks off. These artist are world-class athletes, industry...
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1.4KFeature ArticlesRandy Swartz takes a final bow
Randy Swartz takes a final bow on his presenting career – one which had a massive impact on the world of American...
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2.4KInterviewsSimone Stevens: Small-town girl, shining bright in the windy city
Simone Stevens, a new member of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, is one to watch. Originally from Stone Mountain, Georgia, her journey to...
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1.1KTop StoriesAiley artistry reaches across America to bring dance to the people in person and online
From January 11 through May 8, audiences across the country will have the opportunity to experience the extraordinary artistry of Ailey with...
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1.5KReviewsThe treasure of tradition: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s 2021 City Center Season
New York City Center, New York, NY.December 8, 2021. Walking through the streets of Manhattan on my way to take in Alvin...
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2.6KReviewsSoulfulness in motion: Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s Fall 2021 All Access Season
Various premiere dates.Available streaming at Ailey All Access. Movement has the potential to convey soulfulness — the strength and resilience, the depths...
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2.2KFeature ArticlesStepping forward into the unknown, from the unknown: Has COVID crushed the arts?
When COVID effectively shut down the world in March of 2020, no one knew what would happen next or how long it...
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1.9KFeature ArticlesBack on stage: NYCB, Ailey, Taylor and A.I.M dancers discuss
Working remotely has been a strange experience for dancers. As we get back to life in person, we’ve caught up with four dancers from four major...
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1.7KFeature ArticlesAlvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to New York City Center this December
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will return to the stage for a much-anticipated annual season in its “home” theater, New York City...
