Judith Jamison and members of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: Revelations from a lifetime of dance

The video features a performance of 'Wade in the Water' followed by Judith Jamison's speech on her journey in dance, her collaboration with Alvin Ailey, and the impact of his work during the Civil Rights Movement. She discusses the ballet 'Cry', dedicated to Black women, and emphasizes the role of dance in connecting people and advocating for civil rights. The video concludes with a performance of 'High-Flying Bird'.

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