Alvin Ailey

Choreography is mentally draining, but there's a pleasure in getting into the studio with the dancers and the music.

Choreography is mentally draining, but there's a pleasure in getting into the studio with the dancers and the music.

Dance is for everybody. I believe that the dance came from the people and that it should always be delivered read more

Dance is for everybody. I believe that the dance came from the people and that it should always be delivered back to the people.

Its roots are in American Negro culture, which is part of the whole country's heritage, ... But the dance speaks read more

Its roots are in American Negro culture, which is part of the whole country's heritage, ... But the dance speaks to everyone. ... Otherwise it wouldn't work.

All of these dancers are dancers who are on the verge of their careers, so to speak. They're here to read more

All of these dancers are dancers who are on the verge of their careers, so to speak. They're here to hone their artistry and make the transition from the classroom to the stage.

I'm attracted to long-legged girls with long arms and a little head.

I'm attracted to long-legged girls with long arms and a little head.