Ailey

American  

[ey-lee] / ˈeɪ li /

noun

1. Alvin, Jr., 1931–1989, U.S. dancer and choreographer.

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Example Sentences

Certainly, there has been notable choreographic life in the troupe’s repertory since Ailey’s death in 1989, but this season’s new efforts don’t supply it.

From The Wall Street Journal

Those include dance performances by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and recitals by the Metropolitan Opera.

From The Wall Street Journal

Kaufman also gave money to schools in New York City, including four lifetime endowments for undergraduates at Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.

From Los Angeles Times

This year, the company expanded to the East Coast with three shows at New York City’s Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater in March.

From Los Angeles Times

In 1971, Alvin Ailey choreographed “Cry!” as a birthday gift for his mother.

From Los Angeles Times