Extras
Ailey dancers reflect on company's scrappy beginnings
Former Ailey dancers recall how Alvin Ailey worked hard to raise money for the company.
Ailey dancers reflect on company's scrappy beginnings
Ailey's "Revelations" draws on African American spirituals
Ailey's "Revelations" performance depicted the "Black experience."
Ailey's "Revelations" draws on African American spirituals
Alvin Ailey on Chauncey Green, the friend who saved his life
Ailey describes his "blood memories" and an impactful friendship.
Alvin Ailey on Chauncey Green, the friend who saved his life
Bill T. Jones remembers the first time he met Alvin Ailey
"I was lonely for colleagues who were people of color," said Jones upon meeting Ailey.
Bill T. Jones remembers the first time he met Alvin Ailey
Choreographer Rennie Harris on channeling Ailey
Rennie Harris choreographed a piece about Ailey for the 60th anniversary of the company.
Choreographer Rennie Harris on channeling Ailey
Rennie Harris on the power of the choreographer
Rennie Harris describes how choreographers are responsible for their dancers.