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Alvin Ailey

January 5, 2018 by Ubuntu Biography Project

Alvin Ailey was born on January 5, 1931 (to December 1, 1989). He was a celebrated modern dancer, choreographer, and activist who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. Ailey is credited with popularizing modern dance, and revolutionizing African American participation in 20th century concert dance. Alvin Ailey, Jr. was the only child of Lula Elizabeth Ailey and Alvin Ailey, Sr. born in the Central Texas town of Rogers. His father abandoned the family when Ailey […]

Categories: Ailey, Alvin, All, January, January 05 • Tags: 1931, 1989, Alvin Ailey, December 1, January 05, Ubuntu Biography Project

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