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November 30, 2007


Alastair Macaulay on Alvin Ailey at New York City Center


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By Alastair Macaulay / New York Times

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
Program Details
New York City Center
November 28 - December 31, 2007

"Resurrecting a 'Firebird' and Transcending a Choreographer in a Single Bound"

"The dancing began with a company premiere ("Firebird," by the late Maurice Béjart) and ended with a performance of "Revelations," Ailey's best-loved work, which featured sensationally good live musical accompaniment. This was a gala that was introduced as a special event; the Ailey dancers then fulfilled all expectations, though I suspect it is their hallmark that they perform this way at all performances and not just galas." Read review...

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