As a child in New York City, I grew up going to live performances of all sorts. But my first experience at an Alvin Ailey performance was like no other.  As I eased into my seat at New York City Center, I couldn’t help but notice the boldface names in attendance.  Yet as the lights dimmed, we were all the same and all equally transported into the world and artistry of Alvin Ailey.

While no two performances are the same, make sure to attend a performance of “Revelations.”  Revelations is a gospel-inspired masterpiece that will have you shouting encore long after the curtain is lowered on the final act.  Without seeing it, your artistic journey will not be complete.  And if you are lucky enough to attend a New Year’s Eve performance of Revelations, trust me…you won’t regret it! M

September, 1998