A Tribute to Alvin Ailey
Synopsis
Alvin Ailey played a key role in the growth of modern dance in USA and his company, founded in 1958, is one of the USA’s oldest dance troupes as well as one of the most youthful and vital on the dance scene. In this two-part program, members of Ailey's dance company celebrate his memory by performing three works choreographed by Ailey himself, as well as a special ballet tribute choreographed by Ulysses Dove. Each piece is introduced by Judith Jamison, the dancer and choreographer whose career was nurtured to stardom by Ailey, and who was, at the time of this production, Artistic Director of the company. The Alvin Ailey Dance Theater is uniquely eclectic in range, repertory, and style. As a choreographer, Ailey explored the black experience and went beyond, finding universal human truths in all his work.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1990
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Grimm
- Original Title
- A Tribute to Alvin Ailey
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Production Studios
- RM Arts, DR
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Grimm
Thomas Grimm
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Grimm
Producer
Thomas Grimm
Director
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What is A Tribute to Alvin Ailey about?
Alvin Ailey played a key role in the growth of modern dance in USA and his company, founded in 1958, is one of the USA’s oldest dance troupes as well as one of the most youthful and vital on the dance scene. In this two-part program, members of Ailey's dance company celebrate his memory by performing three works choreographed by Ailey himself, as well as a special ballet tribute choreographed by Ulysses Dove. Each piece is introduced by Judith Jamison, the dancer and choreographer whose career was nurtured to stardom by Ailey, and who was, at the time of this production, Artistic Director of the company. The Alvin Ailey Dance Theater is uniquely eclectic in range, repertory, and style. As a choreographer, Ailey explored the black experience and went beyond, finding universal human truths in all his work.
Who directed A Tribute to Alvin Ailey?
A Tribute to Alvin Ailey was directed by Thomas Grimm.
Who stars in A Tribute to Alvin Ailey?
The principal cast of A Tribute to Alvin Ailey includes Judith Jamison.
When was A Tribute to Alvin Ailey released and how long is it?
A Tribute to Alvin Ailey was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 43m.