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  • Alvin Ailey. Black and white closeup of Black man in profile with short black hair and facial hair.

    Barry Jenkins to Direct Alvin Ailey Film

    The famed choreographer will finally get the Hollywood treatment.

    N. Jamiyla Chisholm Jun 4, 2019 12:14PM EDT
    Belén Pereyra-Alem and Yannick Lebrun. Black woman and man in black and brown performance outfits link arms in front of brown wall and floor

    Vanessa Williams, Jillian Hervey Reflect on 60 Years of Alvin Ailey

    The performers discuss the pioneering artist, his dance company and their importance to Black families for an HBO video series commemorating the institution’s 60th anniversary. 

    Sameer Rao Dec 13, 2018 3:45PM EST
    Feet in red and white Nike shoes and legs in black jeans dance on grey pavement in front of Memphis skyline and blue sky

    WATCH: Bluff City's Jookin Scene Takes Center Stage in 'Memphis Majic'

    The documentary uses the story of Memphis’ jookin scene to explore the city’s history of Black resistance.

    Sameer Rao Oct 5, 2018 12:03PM EDT

    The One Thing Misty Copeland Said Her Barbie Must Have

    “The power of being able to see yourself represented in different spaces means so much for the growth of a young child, to be able to think they can be anything.”

    Kenrya Rankin May 3, 2016 3:39PM EDT

    WATCH: Jill Scott’s New Video Has All the Feelings

    From Black boys lost to failed relationships, Jilly from Philly’s new video will put you in your feelings—then help you climb out.

    Kenrya Rankin Dec 2, 2015 3:43PM EST

    Two Black Dancers Lead in D.C. Production of 'Swan Lake'

    The ballet world takes a jeté jump into the 21st century.
    Qimmah Saafir Apr 13, 2015 1:26PM EDT
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