Alicia Graf Mack

Biography

Alicia Graf Mack (Columbia, MD) trained at Ballet Royale Institute of Maryland under Donna Pidel. Prior to dancing with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater from 2005 to 2008, Mrs. Mack was a principal dancer with Dance Theatre of Harlem and a member of Complexions. In addition to performing at several galas and festivals, she has been a guest performer with Alonzo King LINES Ballet, Andre 3000, Beyonce, and Alicia Keys. Mrs. Mack is the recipient of the Columbia University Medal of Excellence and Smithsonian magazine’s Young Innovator Award. She graduated magna cum laude with honors in History from Columbia University and received an M.A. in Nonprofit Management from Washington University in St. Louis. Most recently, Mrs. Mack served as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance at Webster University in St. Louis. She rejoined the Company in 2011.

News & Press

"Oh, and don't mess up," Robert Battle said backstage to students of the Ailey School, some as young as 7 years old, before they took the Apollo stage on Tuesday night as a part of the company's annual fundraiser.
For Ailey dancer Alicia Graf Mack, cross-training is crucial for building stamina and endurance. She jogs for 20 to 30 minutes on her days off to keep her muscles activated.
Even if you haven't been to an Alvin Ailey performance, chances are you've seen Alicia Graf Mack: Her photos, with one leg reaaching skyward, is plastered on posters all over the city.
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New York City-based company Juice Generation presents a video profile on Ailey's Alicia Graf Mack and the innumerable health benefits of fresh juices and wholesome foods.
Company members Rachael McLaren, Vernard J. Gilmore, and Alicia Graf Mack tell us how they use proper stretching techniques to lessen the chances of injuries occurring while they maintain a rigorous schedule of rehearsals and performances. Plus, the dancers address common stretching mistakes and recommend ways in which to correct these habits.
Company members Alicia Graf Mack, Rachael McLaren, Kirven James Boyd, and Vernard J. Gilmore tell us the importance of incorporating stretching into one’s daily routine. From touching your toes when you roll out of bed to trying new yoga or Pilates exercises, see how you can apply these techniques to your own practice.
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