Dance Theatre of Harlem
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The Dance Theatre of Harlem is an American ballet company cofounded in 1969 by Arthur Mitchell, who was the first African American principal dancer with the New York City Ballet. Mitchell's vision was to create an all-Black ballet company, and Dance Theatre of Harlem offered more opportunities for dancers of color. The company made its debut in 1971 and has since become a significant institution in the ballet world, known for its classical technique and diverse repertoire. The company's associated school also provides training in ballet.123
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Arthur Mitchell…he and Karel Shook founded Dance Theatre of Harlem, an integrated school, whose associated company made its debut in 1971 in New York City. Mitchell choreographed a number of ballets for the company before it disbanded in 2004; the troupe was revived in 2012. In 2009 Mitchell stepped down as…
Read More…he and Karel Shook founded Dance Theatre of Harlem, an integrated school, whose associated company made its debut in 1971 in New York City. Mitchell choreographed a number of ballets for the company before it disbanded in 2004; the troupe was revived in 2012. In 2009 Mitchell stepped down as…
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Western danceDance in the theatre…City Ballet to found the Dance Theatre of Harlem, a company with strong roots in classical ballet.
Read More…City Ballet to found the Dance Theatre of Harlem, a company with strong roots in classical ballet.
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