Embarking on a captivating journey through time, Francesca Harper pays homage to five decades of Ailey II and the artists who have paved the way for future generations in her work Luminous. Weaving in iconic moments, the work chronicles significant periods where the company influenced the cultural landscape. These stories and memories echo the commitment to breaking boundaries, pushing artistic limits, advocating for social change, and highlighting the power of community. Underscored by original composition and vocals by Nona Hendryx, Luminous effortlessly delivers Harper’s tribute and the celebration of 50 years of the enduring Ailey II legacy.
*Music Credits “Testimony” performed by Sweet Honey in the Rock, written by Ferron, courtesy of Nemisis Publishing. “Angelica” by Duke Ellington and John Coltrane, courtesy of Sony Music Publishing. “Philadelphia Morning” by Bill Conti, courtesy of EMI Music Publishing.
Francesca Harper's Luminous has been made possible, in part, by a commissioning grant from the O'Donnell-Green Music and Dance Foundation.
Ailey II in Luminous, photo by Nir Arieli
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Kali Marie Oliver in Luminous, photo by Nir Arieli