West African class including dancers of all backgrounds with their arms upward and palms outward
Ailey Extension

New York, NY

Celebrating Judith Jamison: Dancing Spirit Community Class

Feb 20

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Date

Feb 20

Location

  • Ailey Extension
  • 405 W 55th Street
  • New York, NY

Time

6PM
90 minutes

Judith Jamison an unparalleled force in American dance, a powerhouse performer, and a visionary leader. Every person who had met her or seen her dance, even briefly, was affected by her beauty, grace, love, and sincerity. This Black History Month, Ailey Extension honors Judith Jamison’s lasting contributions to AILEY and the arts. 


Join us as we celebrate the expansive life and legacy of Judith Jamison through her greatest love, dance. Maguette Camara will guide participants through movement as a community accompanied by live drummers.

This event is free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome to join as they areto dance or simply hold space.

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A black and white photo of Judith Jamison with her leg and arm in the air in a white dress

Dancing is a gift. You’re supposed to do it—it's like breathing.

Judith Jamison

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Hero Credit: West African with Maguette Camara at Ailey Extension Photo by Whitney Browne