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EP 153 KIRVEN DOUTHIT-BOYD

Kirven Douthit-Boyd @swervin_and_kirven Dancer, choreographer, director from Boston, MA. Trained at the Boston Arts Academy and Boston Youth moves. Spent summers training at The Boston Conservatory and The Ailey School. Received a Master of Fine Arts degree from Hollins University in Roanoke, VA. W…

Black Choice Makers w/ Antuan Byers and Tamisha A. Guy

In this episode of The Dance Union Podcast, j. was joined by two entrepreneurs, Antuan Byers and Tamisha A. Guy, to discuss why and how their organizations, Black Change Makers and HUETAPE, respectively, came to fruition. How did their experiences as Black dancers in the industry lead them to found…

Sylvia Waters on Alvin Ailey's Legacy and Impact on Dance

Sylvia Waters discusses Alvin Ailey's legacy, his impact on dance, and the importance of the Edges of Ailey exhibit. She highlights Ailey’s contributions to African-American culture, Ailey II's role, and AILEY's educational programs.

Spencer Everett: Dancers Making Moves

From growing up in Canada, to moving to the United States to pursue his BFA in Dance at the Fordham/Ailey School, Spencer has lived an art-filled life through both dance and other artistic endeavors. Spencer Everett joined Saint Louis Dance Theatre in 2024 after two seasons with Ailey II. Origina…

Robert Battle, Choreographer Extraordinaire: Next Stop, Paul Taylor Dance Company

"Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey with special guest, Robert Battle, choreographer, artistic director and newly appointed resident choreographer for the Paul Taylor Dance Company. In this episode of "Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey, host Joanne Carey interviews Robert Battle. Together they discuss R…

EP 144: The Dance of Reinvention with Juel D. Lane

In this episode, I'm joined by the brilliant and boundary-breaking Juel D. Lane—choreographer, dancer, director, and creative visionary. We had the pleasure of meeting through the incredible dance company I'm on the board of, BODYTRAFFIC. From performing in Jesus Christ Superstar Live and Amazon’s …

MSP 83: Francesca Harper

Today's guest is Francesca Harper. Francesca is an internationally acclaimed, multifaceted artist. She is the Founder and Artistic Director of The Francesca Harper Project and former principal dancer with Ballet Frankfurt under William Forsythe. Francesca has choreographed works for Alvin Ailey Ame…

ArtScene | the Podcast: Ep. 42 - Day of Dance with Ailey II (LIVE from the Todd Performing Arts Center)

This special 1-hour December edition of ArtScene | The Podcast goes behind the curtain at Chesapeake College for a rare open rehearsal with Ailey II from NYC — recorded live at the Todd Performing Arts Center. Michael Bell was on site as the Carole Cascio Fund welcomed Ailey II to the Eastern Shore…

Sidra Bell: From Concept to Choreography

Internationally renowned Choreographer Sidra Bell sits down with host Ilya Vidrin to discuss the expansive language of movement.  Sidra Bell has been commissioned and presented around the world, blending dance, technology, fashion, and film into bold, genre-defying experiences. Known for her unique…

On Stage with Ailey II: Dancer Michelle Osanya and performing at the Des Moines Civic Center

Inside Black Iowa co-host Lya Williams, sits down with Michelle Osanya, an Iowa-raised dancer with Ailey II ahead of the company's performance at the Des Moines Civic Center. Michelle grew up in Ames, trained at Robert Thomas Dance Center, and went on to Fordham University in New York City, where …