Behind the Scenes of "Lazarus" | Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at The Kennedy Center
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Channel: The Kennedy Center · 2018 · Entertainment
Reflections on Alvin Ailey: The Man and his legacy in Rennie Harris' 'Lazarus' In the Company’s first two-act ballet, acclaimed hip-hop choreographer Rennie Harris—whose work includes past favorites Exodus and Home—is inspired by the life and legacy of Mr. Ailey. With Lazarus, Harris connects past and present in a powerful work that addresses the racial inequities America faced when Mr. Ailey founded this company in 1958 and still faces today. Now more than ever, the world needs the power of dance to bring people together and connect us all by our common humanity. Celebrating its 60th anniversary, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater continues to push the art form into fascinating new territory while still honoring signature classics. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit: http://www.kennedy-center.org/calendar/event/DTDSC Subscribe to The Kennedy Center! http://bit.ly/2gNFrtb
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