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Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Texas ties
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater was the first group to perform at Bass Concert Hall when it opened in 1981. This month, they made a historic return to Austin.
AUSTIN, Texas - 43 years after being the first performance when Bass Concert Hall opened in 1981, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returned.
The world-renowned group is now lead by Alvin Ailey's muse; Judith Jamison who has also been honored by the former First Lady Michelle Obama for her contribution to the art community.
You can view photos of Alvin Ailey taken by Fred Fehl in the Harry Ransom Center's digital photo collection by clicking here.
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Alvin Ailey history traces back to Central Texas
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater was the first group to perform at Bass Concert Hall when it opened in 1981. This month, they made a historic return to Austin as the company celebrates 66 years of dance history. Here's a look into Ailey's history in American dance.