1. By: Liessa Son & Nicole Salimbangon

2.  Born in Roger, Texas in 1931 who became one of the most important and respected leading figures in the 20th century modern dance.  He drew inspiration from the black church services and the music he heard at a local dance hall. He left Texas for Los Angeles at the age of 12  He then decided pursue dancing after seeing the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo perform. He then started to study modern dance with Lester Horton, an American dance choreographer, teacher, and dancer.  Ailey started his company, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in 1958. It was famous it's multi-racial modern dance ensemble that popularized modern dance. One of his known dance pieces was Revelations which was a celebratory study of religious spirit.  He later died of aids in New York City on December 1, 1989

3.  The Ailey company has gone on to perform for an estimated 25 million people at theaters in 48 states and 71 countries on six continents -- as well as millions more through television broadcasts.  Although he created 79 ballets over his lifetime, Mr. Ailey maintained that his company was not exclusively a repository for his own work. Today, the Company continues Mr. Ailey's mission by presenting important works of the past and commissioning new ones.

4.  Alvin Ailey created a company which included multi-racial modern dance ensemble that popularized modern dance throughout the whole world.  He became a modern dance figure in the 20 th century.  His most famous piece, “Revelations” has become a cultural treasure which was brought up from his “blood memories” in Texas during his childhood.  He found Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre, enriching modern dance heritage and emphasizing the uniqueness of African culture.  He was a pioneer of programs supporting arts in education for underserved communities.

5.  The Kennedy Center Honor in 1988 He was honored for his contribution to the American culture.  Presidential Medal of Freedom 2014  Grand Prix Italia in 1967  Gold Star for Best Modern Dance Company and Best Modern Dance Choreographer at the 1970 International Dance Festival.  Capezio Dance Award 1979

7.  The Joan Weill Center for Dance 405 West 55th Street (at 9th Avenue) New York, NY 10019  Ailey School: 212-405-9000  Ailey Extension: 212-405-9500  Performances at New York on December 3 rd 2015 - January 3 rd 2016.

8. LIESSA’S:  I learned that Alvin Ailey is such a noteworthy choreographer with great history. I admire his contributions to American culture and I thought his choreographies are very organic from mixing various genres with African dance. I love his and the company’s spirit and passion for dance. NICOLE’S:  I believe that Alvin Ailey is one of the most influential Choreographers who have shaped modern dance in our world. I admire how he also used the gospel of the Lord as his inspiration to his piece. In addition, I find it very fascinating how his company don't only create pieces to entertain the audience, but to show us a glimpse of his memories of the past. Even though he has passed away, his company leaves off a memory of him showing his impact and success to our Dance World today.

9.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZuBFz6 WYfs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZuBFz6 WYfs  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvR3IyT Hv9A https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvR3IyT Hv9A  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXiqAsh Nlzw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXiqAsh Nlzw  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRvb2x OPlco https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRvb2x OPlco

10.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9uEq9Sj efg&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9uEq9Sj efg&feature=youtu.be  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUv8dvS vB_o&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUv8dvS vB_o&feature=youtu.be

11.  Why did Ailey receive the Kennedy Center Honor in 1988? A. He created organic pieces that mixed African dance and modern. B. He contributed extraordinarily to the American culture. C. He was marked as one of the most noteworthy choreographer.  Who did Ailey study modern dance with? A. Martha Graham B. Merce Cunningham C. Lester Horton  What was Alvin Ailey’s company famous for? A. Multi-racial modern dance B. Spreading a new ballet technique. C. Single-racial modern dance  What was he a pioneer for? A. Supporting higher organizations B. Supporting arts in education for underserved communities C. Supporting American culture

12.  http://www.biography.com/people/alvin- ailey-9177959#synopsis http://www.biography.com/people/alvin- ailey-9177959#synopsis  http://www.biography.yourdictionary.com/al vin-ailey#5Kp3L3kRg13FQs8l.99 http://www.biography.yourdictionary.com/al vin-ailey#5Kp3L3kRg13FQs8l.99  http://www.abt.org/education/archive/choreo graphers/ailey_a.html http://www.abt.org/education/archive/choreo graphers/ailey_a.html  http://www.musiccenter.org/about/Our- Programs/Glorya-Kaufman-Dance/14- 15/Alvin-Ailey/ http://www.musiccenter.org/about/Our- Programs/Glorya-Kaufman-Dance/14- 15/Alvin-Ailey/