Handout
Black Past

Black Past: Alvin Ailey Dance Theater

For Students 6th - 8th
This brief encyclopedia entry describes the creation and development of the dance company Alvin Ailey began. There is a link to a website that will take you to the theater's web page.
Lesson Plan
Yale University

Living Pictures Representing the History of Black Dance

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief history of black dance in America, includes dance pioneers in jazz dance, ballet, and modern dance.
Article
California State University

California State Univ: Parker Robinson Dance Company

For Students 9th - 10th
Article from the California State University describing a dance production by the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Company, performing the works of Donald McKayle.
Website
Library of Congress

Loc: America's Story: Robert "Bob" Fosse Was Born

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site is provided for by America's Library. Most of the dance that is seen today in music videos and dance clubs came from a man who lived more that 80 years ago. Learn more about this dance legend at this site from the Library of...
Website
Other

Katherine Dunham Center for Arts and Humanities

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief description of the purpose of the Katherine Dunham Center for Arts and Humanities, directed by dancer/choreographer Katherine Dunham.