Alvin Ailey: Legacy | Portrait of Ailey

Alvin Ailey reflects on his early dance career, emphasizing the lack of Black male role models and the financial challenges of running a dance company and school. A gallery of Ailey’s choreographic works and numerous awards showcases his lifetime of creativity, perseverance, and generosity in his mission to bring “dance to the people.” Support materials help students explore Ailey’s influence on modern dance through movement activities and reflection on his artistic vision.