Ailey
Americannoun
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Over the years, the Ailey Theater has performed at prestigious venues, such as the White House, embarked on a 10-country tour of Africa for the U.S.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026
“Song of the Anchorite,” an eight-minute world premiere by Jamar Roberts, is dedicated to Alvin Ailey and refers to his 1961 solo “Hermit Songs.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 30, 2025
Those include dance performances by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and recitals by the Metropolitan Opera.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 16, 2025
In 1971, Alvin Ailey choreographed “Cry!” as a birthday gift for his mother.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2025
You are none other than Alvin and the Chipmunks Ailey.
From "Sunny" by Jason Reynolds
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