Carmen de lavallade persuaded Ailey to study with her at Hortons studios.
He began studying modern dance with Lester Horton in 1949. He joined Horton's dance company the following year.
When Horton died, he taught and choreographed for Horton dancers.
Performed on Broadway in House of Flowers and Jamaica.
Whilst in NY, studied dance with Martha Graham and acting with Stella Adler.
In 1958, formed AAADT
Created 79 works for the company including:
- Blues Suite (1958)
- Revelations (1960)
- Cry (1971)
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