with Lisa Johnson-Willingham

Saturday, December 5, 2020   |  3:00pm - 4:30pm EST

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Join us for this monumental occasion as 300 international students come together to learn excerpts of choreography from Ailey’s signature masterpiece, "Revelations" for free.

Since its premiere in 1960, Alvin Ailey’s "Revelations" has been a lasting cultural treasure beloved by people from around the world. Using African American spirituals, song-sermons, gospel songs and holy blues, Ailey’s timeless masterpiece fervently explores the places of deepest grief and holiest joy in the soul. 

This enduring classic is a tribute to that tradition, born out of the choreographer’s “blood memories” of his childhood in rural Texas and the Baptist Church.  "Revelations" has been performed continuously around the globe, transcending barriers of faith and nationality, and appealing to universal emotions, making it one of the most recognized ballets in the world.

This workshop will be led by Ailey Extension director and Company alumna, Lisa Johnson-Willingham, and filmed for use during Ailey's upcoming virtual season.