Ballet

'Dear Ms. Jamison': A Heartfelt Tribute to Judith Jamison from a Student at The Ailey School

In this powerful letter, Ailey student Sophia Cooper honors Judith Jamison. She reflects on her profound impact as a trailblazer in dance and Black storytelling and shares how Jamison’s legacy fuels her own journey in the world of dance.
11/11/2024

Judith Jamison, Legendary Dancer and Alvin Ailey Artistic Director, Dies at 81

The celebrated dancer, known for her unforgettable performances and transformative leadership, leaves a powerful legacy in modern dance and beyond.
11/10/2024
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I Was a Soul Train Dancer - Patricia Davis
BET Soul Train Awards 2023

Patricia Davis explains how skipping ballet to attend Afro dance classes led to her big break on "Soul Train," and she recalls her most memorable dances and experiences on the show.
11/15/2023

First Black Dancer at German Ballet Wins Racial Discrimination Case Against Dance Company

Dancer won payment and her contract renewal.
04/27/2021
Misty Copeland on BET Buzz 2021.
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Misty Copeland Writes Book Celebrating Black Ballerinas

In 2014, Copeland published her memoir, ‘Life in Motion.’
02/11/2021
attends the Black Girls Rock! 2018 Red Carpet at NJPAC on August 26, 2018 in Newark, New Jersey.

Misty Copeland Writes Book Celebrating Black Ballerinas

“This is my bow to them.”
02/10/2021

EXCLUSIVE: Dance Studio Owner Reveals How Dads Started Taking Ballet And Became Overnight Viral Stars

BET spoke to E’Chappe Dance Arts owner, Erin Lee.
11/15/2019

Memphis Street Dancer Lil Buck Went Viral Dancing On Pointe, And Now He's The Star Of A Film

This is a whole different kind of black swan.
04/25/2019

This Video Of A Dad Dancing With His Daughter After She Got Stage Fright Will Give You Baby Fever

Marc Daniels sprang into action when she got stage fright.
06/08/2018

See The Black Ballerina Who Refuses To Change Her Natural Hair

Daphne Lee is speaking out about her journey.
10/17/2017

See How This Ballerina Rape Survivor Is Helping Other Victims Through Dance

Learning to reconnect with your body is everything.
10/04/2017