Judith Jamison, Alvin Ailey Dancer of ‘Power and Radiance,’ Dies at 81

She became an international star as a member of the company and later directed it, guiding it out of debt and boosting its popularity.

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Transcendent dancer Judith Jamison, Alvin Ailey artistic director, dies at 81

Acclaimed dancer become Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater artistic director.

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Judith Jamison, dancer & Alvin Ailey artistic director, dies at 81

Judith Jamison, an internationally acclaimed dancer who later served as artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for two decades, has died at age 81.

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Judith Jamison, transcendent dancer and artistic director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, dies at 81

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Judith Jamison, celebrated Alvin Ailey dance performer and choreographer, dies at 81

Renowned dancer and choreographer Judith Jamison died Saturday after a brief illness, the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater announced. She was 81.

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Judith Jamison, famed dancer, dies at age 81

Judith Jameson, the acclaimed dancer who went on to become the artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, has died. She was 81. Shanelle Kaul takes a look at her legacy.

Judith Jamison, influential dancer and choreographer, dies at 81

Judith Jamison, an acclaimed dancer and choreographer who for two decades was artistic director of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, died on Saturday in New York at the age of 81.

Judith Jamison, a dancer both eloquent and elegant, led Ailey troupe to success over two decades

There are few images more indelible in the history of American dance: Judith Jamison, regal and passionate in white leotard and long ruffled skirt, punching the air in “Cry” — Alvin Ailey’s ...

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Judith Jamison Was a Singular Force in Dance

She was always a goddess of dance — even before her triumph in “Cry.” The Ailey star turned artistic director stretched like there was no tomorrow.

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Alvin Ailey’s Silky Creatures of the Night

Two dancers from the Ailey company perform part of “Night Creature” on the roof of the Whitney Museum, where the choreographer is the subject of a major exhibition.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 15

From the archives: The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at 60

Dancer Judith Jamison, who directed the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for more than two decades, died Saturday, November 9, 2024 at the age of 81. In this "Sunday Morning" report that ...

Mitzi Gaynor, dancer and actor from South Pacific, dies aged 93

One of the few survivors of the golden age of the Hollywood musical also appeared in We’re Not Married and There’s No Business Like Show Business. Mitzi Gaynor, the dancer and actor who starred as ...

World - The Guardian - October 17

Colm McLoughlin, Irishman who led Dubai Duty Free to become an airport retail giant, dies at age 81

Colm McLoughlin, an Irishman who landed in the deserts of the United Arab Emirates and helped lead Dubai Duty Free into becoming an airport retail behemoth generating billions of dollars a year, ...

World - ABC News - November 1

Gulen, the powerful cleric accused of orchestrating a Turkish coup, dies

The U.S.-based cleric Fethullah Gulen, who built a powerful Islamic movement in Turkey and beyond but spent his later years mired in accusations of orchestrating an attempted coup against Turkish ...

Tsunehisa Katsumata, Top Executive in Power Plant Meltdown, Dies at 84

He was sued and prosecuted for his actions as chairman of the Japanese power company that ran the Fukushima nuclear facility when it failed in a 2011 earthquake and tsunami.

Business - The New York Times - November 1

Saints, Alvin Kamara reportedly agree to $24.5M contract extension

The deal keeps Kamara under contract with the Saints through the 2026 season.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Family looks for missing Broadway dancer Zelig Williams in South Carolina

A family in South Carolina is pleading with the community to help them find a Broadway dancer who disappeared nearly two weeks ago

Entertainment - ABC News - October 16

After Death of ‘KShakes,’ NYC Street Dancers Shake Off Grief

Since K’Sean ‘KShakes’ Nurse died last month, fellow New York street dancers have found release through performance.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 23

The missing midlife crisis: why 81% of millennials say they can’t afford one

This traditional period of inner turmoil is often accompanied by weight gain, cosmetic treatments, ill-advised purchases and new hobbies. But is it becoming a thing of the past?. Name: The ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Starmer: New UK target for 81% emissions cut by 2035

The PM insists the government will not "tell people how to live their lives" in achieving the aim.

Alvin Kamara denies that he's requested a trade from the Saints: 'That's a lie'

Kamara is committed to the Saints

Sports - CBS Sports - October 19

Progressives must walk a fine line: end the war in Gaza and elect Harris | Judith Levine

It’s sounds like an impossible dilemma for activists and organizers, but it isn’t. Progressives can and must do both. The war in Gaza is not high among most voters’ concerns. But for many Arab ...

World - The Guardian - October 21

Joker: Folie à Deux Drops 81% In Second Weekend At The U.S. Box Office

Before the month of October, if anyone had predicted that Joker: Folie à Deux would fall from No. 1 after only a single weekend to another killer clown movie then it would have been easy to ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 15

81-year-old votes for 1st time, says it's 'never, ever' too late

An 81-year-old Georgia woman voted for the first time in her life and gave advice to others, saying it's "never, ever too late" to decide to cast a ballot.

Amazon CEO pledges AI investments will pay off as capital expenditures surge 81%

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy reassured shareholders that the company expects to make money on its generative AI investments.

Business - CNBC - November 1

2024 NFL trade deadline: Why Saints should deal Alvin Kamara, plus potential landing spots for veteran RB

New Orleans fell to 2-5 as it opened Week 7 action against Denver on 'TNF'

Sports - CBS Sports - October 18

Alvin Kamara doesn't blame fans for leaving Superdome early in Saints loss: 'If I was a fan, I'd leave too'

Kamara said the team needs to play better, so fans want to stay in their seats

Sports - CBS Sports - October 18

Saints' Alvin Kamara agrees to two-year $24.5 million extension to remain in New Orleans through 2026 season

Kamara has been productive amid the team's struggles

Sports - CBS Sports - October 22

Saints' Alvin Kamara gets free beer for life from New Orleans brewery after signing contract extension

Kamara got a nice cherry on top of his big contract extension

Sports - CBS Sports - October 24

Broncos vs. Saints NFL props, AI prediction, top Thursday Night Football picks: Alvin Kamara under 66.5 yards

Thursday Night Football prop picks for Denver vs. New Orleans for sites like PrizePicks, Underdog Fantasy, DraftKings, Pick6, and more

Sports - CBS Sports - October 17

The Power of Government Policies

The U.S. has the capacity to address its biggest problems. Whether it does is a different matter.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 17

The A.I. Power Grab

Big tech companies say A.I. can help solve climate change, even as it’s driving up their emissions and raising doubts about their climate goals.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 22

The Saudi factories powered by women

A surge in female labour force participation has emerged as a bright spot for the kingdom

World - Financial Times - October 28

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