Robert Battle of Alvin Ailey
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Robert Battle never met or worked with dance legend Alvin Ailey, but he recently became the keeper of his legacy. As the new artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Battle's bringing an outside perspective to the company, but he's also mindful its political mission. We learn about the hurdles Battle overcame to earn the position, and his vision for the future of one of the world's most popular dance companies.
Guests
Robert Battle
Artistic Director, Alvin Ailey American Dance
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A Dance Consortium interview with Robert Battle in September 2010:
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I've been going to see Ailey for years wherever I am because I cannot miss seeing the company perform Revelations. It is my absolute favorite and has me singing, clapping and rocking in my seat. I purchased the soundtrack and dance around my house when inspired. One of the great pleasures of living in DC is that I get to see Ailey at the Kennedy Center every year. One year there was a bluesy series of dances that was also wonderful. Please keep up the magnificent work.