Alvin Ailey Research Paper

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Alvin Ailey is a famous choreographer in the dance world. He was also created a dance company called the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. He is looked at as one of the most important figures to know about in dance history. Born in Texas, Ailey was raised by his mother in the poor town of Navasota. He began to gain interest in the entertainment through his church services and at the age of 12, left Texas and made his way to Los Angeles. There he excelled in his classes and soon decided to pursue a career in dancing and soon joined Lester Horton’s dance company.