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alvin ailey

/ˈælvɪn ˈeɪli/

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/ˈælvɪn ˈeɪli/formalamericanart
  • ruОтносится к Американскому театру танца Элвина Эйли, известной труппе современного танца, основанной хореографом Элвином Эйли в 1958 году, известной смешением традиций балета, модерна, джаза и африканского танца.

Refers to the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, a renowned modern dance company founded by choreographer Alvin Ailey in 1958, known for blending ballet, modern, jazz, and African dance traditions.

  1. Renowned American choreographer and dancerB2formalamerican

    Alvin Ailey was a groundbreaking African-American dancer and choreographer who founded the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 1958. He is celebrated for blending modern dance, ballet, jazz, and African dance traditions, and for creating works that explore the African-American experience.

    ruВыдающийся американский хореограф и танцовщик

    • Alvin Ailey's masterpiece 'Revelations' is one of the most famous modern dance works in the world.
    • The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater continues to tour internationally, performing his iconic pieces.
    • Ailey's choreography often drew on spirituals, blues, and gospel music to tell powerful stories.