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“My dancers must be able to do anything, and I don't care if they are black or white or purple or green. I want to help show my people how beautiful they are. I want to hold up the mirror to my audience that says this is the way people can be, this is how open people can be.”

Quote by Alvin Ailey

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Alvin Ailey was an outstanding American choreographer known for his unique dance style and contributions to modern dance. Born on January 5, 1931, and passing away on December 1, 1989, Ailey was highly respected for his innovative dance works and promotion of dance art. His dance company, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, became a symbol of American modern dance. more

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