I ve seen his dancers 8 times in 6 weeks …words fail me. My body felt every move every struggle every moment. From great suffering comes the most profound art …this is genius 😊
When I was working in NYC, my boss had a strong relationship with the Alvin Ailey Dance Company. He had fundraiser to keep it going. Thus, he had lifetime VIP status. He would sometimes give me his tickets to an event. The first time I saw a program, I was blown away. I had always gone to the ballet, but after this first encounter, it no longer held any allure. Not only the passion in the dance, but also the structure, the composition, held me fast. I have often wondered who Alvin Ailey was. Thank you for telling me. I’m only sorry that he had to struggle so much in his life. But, of course, that is the very reason, his dance company is so compelling.
WOW!! Why have I only just heard of this man!!! His talent, his vision, his forward thinking, his determination, his creative mind…I could go on. What an absolutely incredible human.
I've seen the Alvin Ailey dancers a few times in Chicago & had an amazing seat for yesterday's performance. 2 dancers & the choreographer even stayed for a Q& A session afterwards. Absolutely amazing
Always overwhelmed to learn the struggles of men and women who believe and achieve . . . in spite of damn near Everything! Naysayers seem to invigorate and push people to success. So, it’s easy to “love thine enemies.” His life of dance - dance of life speaks volumes.
So I loved the documentary that came out recently. When I went to see it during the week, I was the only person there to see it. Which was lucky for me, because in certain moments I got so emotional. Found myself moved to tears and sobbing . Im grateful to have seen it and to have crossed paths with people who were part of the influence in his life.
So amazing. Ailey out of the fire of America but not consumed, polished, burnished like fine tools . So many truly fine and global artists out of the forge that has welded life in America for Black people. We can do anything and we can show you what that looks like on US❤
His life, rising above the shame of America's racial history, and his talent, is a testament to the spiritual strength of this beautiful creative man! He is to be honoured among so many others who also rose above the spite and clamour, and who have contributed to the rich tapestry of American artistic life, RIP Your journey of pain is done.
I ve seen his dancers 8 times in 6 weeks …words fail me. My body felt every move every struggle every moment. From great suffering comes the most profound art …this is genius 😊
When I was working in NYC, my boss had a strong relationship with the Alvin Ailey Dance Company. He had fundraiser to keep it going. Thus, he had lifetime VIP status. He would sometimes give me his tickets to an event.
The first time I saw a program, I was blown away. I had always gone to the ballet, but after this first encounter, it no longer held any allure. Not only the passion in the dance, but also the structure, the composition, held me fast. I have often wondered who Alvin Ailey was. Thank you for telling me. I’m only sorry that he had to struggle so much in his life. But, of course, that is the very reason, his dance company is so compelling.
Love, love, love, love, love, love, love, love, love, love, Ailey, rest well beloved, rest well, YOU ROCK, be blessed
I'll never forget seeing "Fix me Jesus" here in Germany at the "Neusser Tanzwochen" (in the 80ies). Couldn't stop crying
Very inspiring, love it, praise God
WOW!! Why have I only just heard of this man!!! His talent, his vision, his forward thinking, his determination, his creative mind…I could go on. What an absolutely incredible human.
I've seen the Alvin Ailey dancers a few times in Chicago & had an amazing seat for yesterday's performance. 2 dancers & the choreographer even stayed for a Q& A session afterwards. Absolutely amazing
Literally the best under 10 min documentary I've ever experienced ❤
Always overwhelmed to learn the struggles of men and women who believe and achieve . . . in spite of damn near Everything! Naysayers seem to invigorate and push people to success. So, it’s easy to “love thine enemies.” His life of dance - dance of life speaks volumes.
One of my favourite choreographer: Revelations & Cry are a wondeful, amazing ballets
So I loved the documentary that came out recently. When I went to see it during the week, I was the only person there to see it. Which was lucky for me, because in certain moments I got so emotional. Found myself moved to tears and sobbing .
Im grateful to have seen it and to have crossed paths with people who were part of the influence in his life.
Oh boy, watching this and being moved to tears coincided immediately
Alvin Ailey, Maurice Bejart. the two pioneers in two continents, they took ballet to THE NEXT level !!
So amazing. Ailey out of the fire of America but not consumed, polished, burnished like fine tools . So many truly fine and global artists out of the forge that has welded life in America for Black people. We can do anything and we can show you what that looks like on US❤
This is amazing. Thank you for this!
Well Mr. Ailey and the company still date delivers dance to the people ❤
He was a beautiful soul
Going to see the show at the Fox theater this Saturday with my mother. Can’t wait💗
What a tremendous artist.
Yes! Thank you for sharing this part of his life's story 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
For real!
Excellent and well done!
His life, rising above the shame of America's racial history, and his talent, is a testament to the spiritual strength of this beautiful creative man! He is to be honoured among so many others who also rose above the spite and clamour, and who have contributed to the rich tapestry of American artistic life, RIP Your journey of pain is done.
I love his creativity:)❤❤❤
What an incredible man. He was such a trendsetter.
Thank You!
Beautiful 🙏🏽❤️😊🎼
Extraordinary life !!!
Gorgeous!
Beautiful💜🕺🏾💃🏾💜
Genius
NOW! at the Whitney Museum of American Art in NYC until 2/9/25!
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Go see the Edges of Ailey exhibit and get the whole story!
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