CBS4 - Alvin Ailey Troupe Dances to a 50-Year Heritage
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is to celebrate its 50th anniversary with a premiere engagement at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami beginning Thursday.
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Miami Herald - A Time To Dance
The troupe started like almost all modern-dance companies started back in the mid-20th century, with a tiny group of unpaid dancers gathered by a choreographer with a vision and no money. That kind of effort usually lasted one performance.
Los Angeles Times - Stepping Out
Nearly 1,000 happy feet were dancing, stomping, tapping and kicking on a recent Saturday afternoon at the Music Center in downtown L.A., led by local choreographers and dancers such as Robert Gilliam and Linda Yudin, krumper Lil' Tommy the Clown and a surprise instructor - Matthew Rushing, a dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
PBS - Interview with Judith Jamison
Since making her debut with the American Ballet Theatre in '64, Judith Jamison has become an icon of American dance.
Chicago Defender - Alvin Ailey celebrates 50 years of dance
Next week will mark the 50th anniversary of the historic Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, which was founded in 1958 by renowned dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey.
Houston Style - Marcus Willis Comes Homes With Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Home is a safe place for most of us.
Los Angeles Times - He was moved
The Ailey troupe made a big impression on Matthew Rushing. And he on it.
Orange County Register - Allegiance to Alvin Ailey
Artistic director Judith Jamison reflects on her long relationship with the dance company and its late founder.
Los Angeles Watts Times - Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Celebrates 50th Anniversary
When the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater comes to Los Angeles, it's like an old friend making a triumphant return and throwing a big party, complete with lights, music, and of course, lots and lots of dancing.
Huffington Post - Culture Zohn: Revelation! Obama Family Sees Ailey Company for First Official Date
The most exciting news I heard this week was that Barack took Michelle and the kids to see the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater for their inaugural night out.