O&A NYC celebrates the life and Legacy of Judith Jamison.
“She was a unique, spectacular dancer who was majestic and queenly. She danced with eloquence and integrity.”– Sylvia Waters The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performed two excerpts from his masterwork Revelations on the weekly television variety show The Hollywood Palace (1968).
The episode hosted by Diahann Carroll helped give the then fledgling dance company national attention. The cast included Judith Jamison, George Faison and Kelvin Rotardier.
Revelations excerpts Hollywood Palace (1968)
The The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater continues the New York City Center 2017 season through December 31.for a complete schedule and to purchase tickets visit www.alvinailey.org.