Examines the life of American dancer and choreographer Alvin Ailey, discussing his youth in Texas, the sources of his inspiration, his entry into the world of dance, his decision to form a company featuring primarily African-American dancers, and his career triumphs.
year: 2006
call number/section: 792.8, 920, 92
subjects: ailey, alvin, juvenile literature, dancers, united states, juvenile literature, choreographers, biography, biography