Plot — What is An Evening with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater about?
Dazzling, brash and dynamic, yet equally graceful and poetic. DIVINING was Judith Jamison's first major work as a choreographer for Ailey, evoking a strong feeling for African tribal ritual, is set to hauntingly rhythmic drum music. REVELATIONS, often describes as the company's signature tune, has become an American classic. It expresses Ailey's intense feelings for his roots, with Ailey's vivid "blood memories" of the blues, spirituals, gospel music, ragtime and folk songs as well as the hard life of the Southern black during the Depression. Set to Modern Jazz, THE STUCK-UP takes place in modern-day Harlem, about the cruel reality of urban street life as a young man is destroyed by drugs. CRY, choreographed by Alvin Ailey in 1971 for Judith Jamison, is one of his most famous pieces. Created as a birthday present for his mother, it is Ailey's tribute to black women and inspires moving emotions with its portrayal of struggle, anger and most importantly, its feeling of celebration.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1986 |
| Genre | Music |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 108 min |
An Evening with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater — FAQ
Is An Evening with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater worth watching? Dazzling, brash and dynamic, yet equally graceful and poetic. DIVINING was Judith Jamison's first major work as a choreographer for Ailey, evoking a strong feeling for African tribal ritual, is set to hauntingly rhythmic
Who directed An Evening with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater? Directed by Thomas Grimm.
Who is in the cast of An Evening with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater? It stars Alvin Ailey, Judith Jamison.
Where can I stream An Evening with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater? Streaming availability for An Evening with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did An Evening with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater release? It released in 1986.
