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Ailey II with Artistic Director Francesca Harper and Rehearsal Director Shay Bland. Photo by Nir Arieli.

Ailey II with Artistic Director Francesca Harper and Rehearsal Director Shay Bland Photo by Nir Arieli

A group of dancers perform a dramatic routine on stage, illuminated by warm, reddish lighting. One dancer lies on the floor while others strike expressive poses, showcasing fluid and synchronized movements against a dark background.

Ailey II in Alvin Ailey's Revelations Photo by Nir Arieli

a group of dancers jump in the air all leaning at an angle to the ground.

Ailey II in Baye & Asa's John 4:20   Photo by Steven Pisano

A group of dancers lift another dancer into the air.

Ailey II in Francesca Harper's Luminous Photo by Christopher Duggan

Silhouettes of dancers with raised fists against an orange background.

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