Campus Circle - Alvin Ailey
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater dancer Constance Stamatiou shares what it has been like to perform Ailey's most famous piece, "Revelations," on its 50th anniversary.
Los Angeles Sentinel - Theater Celebrates 50 Years of Alvin Ailey's 'Revelations'
Los Angeles awaits a spectacular production, as the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater will grace the stage celebrating 50 years of Ailey's praised piece "Revelations," beginning in April. Hosted in the 2010-11 season of Glorya Kaufman Presents Dance at the Music Center, these 10 performances are highly anticipated.
Harlem World - Walter's World: Ailey II A Choreographic Laboratory
Ailey II has evolved into a formidable force in the modern dance community. The company is presently experiencing unparallel success having recently completed a 49-city tour spanning both North America and Europe.
The Days of Yore - Sylvia Waters
Sylvia Waters is the Artistic Director for Ailey II, the junior company of the renown Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, which she has led since its inception in 1974. Waters was hand-picked by Alvin Ailey to lead the new venture and under her direction Ailey II has grown into a powerful company in its own right.
Ventura County Star - Alvin Ailey Ensemble Returns to L.A. Next Week for a 10-Show Run
Since its formation in 1958, New York's Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has played a pivotal role in pushing and transforming the boundaries of modern dance, particularly in the United States. But as a child Yannick Lebrun of French Guiana didn't know that history.
San Francisco Chronicle - A Thrilling Start to Ailey Shows
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, past and future, irradiated the stage of Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall on Tuesday evening when the company launched its annual Cal Performances residency, a relationship that stretches back over four decades and give no sign of ending, despite a change in artistic leadership next season.
Backstage - Dance Training for Children and Teens
It takes many years of study to acquire a professional level of dance technique, so aspiring dancers must begin training at a very young age. Even those who start performing professionally as youngsters must continue training through their adolescent years.
The Seattle Times - Alvin Ailey Troupe Delivers 'Revelations' Old and New
On its final tour with artistic director Judith Jamison, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performed its signature piece, "Revelations," as well as strong new work at the 5th Avenue Theatre.
Dance Consortium - Dancers' Diaries: Greener Grass
Our tour concluded with wonderful performances in Truro, Belfast, and Salford, each city broadening my view of the UK’s landscapes, fashion, and people. Truro was interesting, almost like a maze with all of the curving streets and alleyway shops. Belfast was an adventure, especially because we stayed near a lot of historical sights.
The Seattle Times - Celebrating the Return of Alvin Ailey and Revelations to Seattle
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater visits Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre on March 25-27, celebrating the 50th anniversary of "Revelations" and bringing new works.