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Two dancers looking up holding a long piece of fabric in the air

Repertory

Reminiscin'

COMPANIES

CHOREOGRAPHER

WORLD PREMIERE

Sadler's Wells, London, 2005

ASSISTANT TO CHOREOGRAPHER

Clifton Brown

MUSIC

Various Artists

COSTUMES

Ann Hould Ward

LIGHTING

Tim Hunter

Scenic Design

Michael Fagin

MUSICAL STYLE

Jazz

RUN TIME

34 Minutes

Artistic Director Emerita Judith Jamison’s bright and bouncy work was inspired by a host of great female jazz artists and by Edward Hopper's famous painting Nighthawks. This ensemble piece sets the choreographer's distinctive vocabulary to music performed by Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Roberta Flack, Regina Carter, and Diana Krall. 

Six dancers in colorful costumes perform on stage against a black background. The dancers are in motion, with some turning and others extending their arms, showcasing their fluid movements and vibrant attire.

Members of the Company in Reminiscin' Paul Kolnik

A group of dancers in colorful costumes stand around a long table with shiny stools. A female dancer in a purple dress sits on one of the stools, extending her leg gracefully while others watch. The background is dark, highlighting the performers.

Members of the Company in Reminiscin' Paul Kolnik

Six dancers in brightly colored outfits perform a dynamic routine on stage against a black background. The dancers are engaged in a complex, intertwined formation, showcasing their strength and flexibility.

Members of the Company in Reminiscin' Paul Kolnik

Sponsors

Major support for Reminiscin’ was provided by ESSENCE Magazine. This work was created through the Ailey New Works Fund, supported by Altria Group, Inc. This work was supported by the Ailey New Choreography Initiative, sponsored by AT&T. Additional funding for Reminiscin’ was provided by The Harkness Foundation for Dance, Laren & Jesse Brill, and Camille O. & William H. Cosby. Generous support for this work was provided by The Fred Eychaner New Works Endowment Fund. Generous support was also received from The Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey – Sara & Bill Morgan New Works Endowment Fund.