1960

Alvin performed “Revela-tions”.  He created dances to the gospel music of his childhood at the True Vine Baptist Church.

1958

Alvin and his friends premiered on stage dancing at the 92nd Street Y. Alvin’s chore-ography was called “Blues Suite”.

1989
 
Alvin Ailey died.

1942
 
Alvin and his mom left Texas and moved to Los Angeles, California

1950
 
Alvin joined the Lester Horton Dance Theatre School.

1988
 
Alvin Ailey received the Kennedy Center Honor.

1931
 
Alvin Ailey was born.

1971
 
Alvin created a dance called “Cry”.  This dance honors the struggles and triumph of black women