Laura Freeman Laura Freeman

Nothing sings and shimmies like Alvin Ailey

The first three acts may have been slack, but the exultant energy of the finale was electrifying

issue 14 September 2019

  • Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

    Sadler’s Wells, until 14 September

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