What year was Alvin Ailey born?
1921
1931
Where did Ailey grow up and with who?
Texas with his mother
California with his Auntie
Why did AIley move to the West Coast of USA and when did this happen?
As his mother was struggling to find work due to segregation, which he experienced first hand. 1942
As his mother was finding work but wanted more money. 1942
Who are Ailey's main influences?
Horton
Dunham
Graham
Duncan
Cole
Ballet
Broadway
Cunningham
Balanchine
What are the stylistic features of a Ailey Dancer?
Flexibility
High kicks with no control
High legs in both rapid extension and controlled ways
Challenging themselves
No musicality
Dynamic power and strength
What are the additional features to a AIley dancer since Battle arrived?
Indian Kathak
Bollywood
Spanish
Hip hop
Yoga
Improvisation
What year was Revelations choreographed?
1960
1961
What year was Blues Suite choreographed?
1958
1968
