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More than 60 years later, Langston Hughes’ ‘Black Nativity’ is still a pillar of African American theater

During the end of every calendar year, a particular holiday performance pops up in African American communities and cultural centers across the nation. “Black Nativity” is a cherished cultural tradition to some and completely unknown to others.

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Judith Jamison obituary

Dancer and choreographer who rose to fame with Alvin Ailey’s company in New York and became its artistic director

The Guardian - UK

Judith Jamison: A Modern Dance Icon

Explore the legacy of renowned dancer Judith Jamison, successor to Alvin Ailey, who transformed modern dance with iconic performances.

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Judith Jamison, a dancer both eloquent and elegant, led Ailey troupe to success over two decades

There are few images more indelible in the history of American dance: Judith Jamison, regal and passionate in white leotard and long ruffled skirt, punching the air in “Cry” — Alvin Ailey’s piercing solo about Black womanhood

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Judith Jamison, acclaimed dancer and Alvin Ailey artistic director, dies aged 81

Jamison joined Alvin Ailey’s dance company in 1965 and performed there for 15 years, premiering solo Cry in 1971

The Guardian - US

Alvin Ailey: new exhibition celebrates the life and legacy of a dance icon

At the Whitney in New York, an expansive exhibition six years in the making looks back at the visionary artist and choreographer

The Guardian - US

Q&A: RZA on the nostalgic origins of his first classical album, 'A Ballet Through Mud'

RZA’s hoarding habit led to his newest adventure in music: a ballet and surprisingly traditional classical music album he calls “A Ballet Through Mud.”

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A dance about gun violence is touring nationally with Alvin Ailey's company

Choreographer Jamar Roberts created a piece about gun violence and police brutality when he found himself sleepless over the issue. It's touring now with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

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Alvin Ailey troupe – and a soulful Cynthia Erivo – join to celebrate dance legend Judith Jamison

Actor-singer Cynthia Erivo lent searing and soulful vocals to an evening marking Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater's 65th anniversary, and celebrating the talents of dance legend Judith Jamison its former star dancer and longtime company leader

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Choreographer MJ Harper: ‘Dancers are usually the last to leave and the least to get paid’

You’d think after conquering the worlds of dance and fashion, stage fright might be a thing of the past, but not so for choreographer MJ Harper, who opens up to Isobel Van Dyke on how their debut Frieze show is leaving them terrified — in the best possible way

Evening Standard

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Mixed Bill review – community-spirited joy

The pioneering company’s warmth and athletic grace is showcased in a selection of old and new work

The Guardian - UK

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater review – extraordinary soul-stirring dance

The American company brought Ailey’s legendary Revelations, still hugely powerful after 65 years, alongside modern pieces of precision and fire

The Guardian - UK

‘I was flabbergasted by the sight’: Alvin Ailey dancers on their legendary Revelations

For more than 60 years, the spiritual power of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s signature work has stunned audiences including Obama. Here, company members explain what it’s like to dance a masterpiece

The Guardian - UK

Constance Stamatiou Dances on the Shoulders of Giants

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater company dancer continues the legacy of uplifting Black women in the arts.

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TV tonight: Suranne Jones is back as newly-wed Gentleman Jack

A jealous ex causes problems in the second season of Sally Wainwright’s lascivious period drama. Plus: a zippy South African crime drama comes to Channel 4. Here’s everything to watch this evening

Chicago Sun-Times

Alvin Ailey American Dance dazzles in return to Auditorium Theatre with ambitious program in tow

In a commendably ambitious gambit, one that few other companies could pull off, it is presenting three different programs in repertory during its stay (through March 6), each receiving two performances.

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Karla Peterson: A new documentary on choreographer Alvin Ailey examines the difficult art of making history

Before his death in 1989 at the age of 58, choreographer and modern-dance giant Alvin Ailey accomplished many groundbreaking, boundary-busting things.

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