All ages
Founded in
1969 by Arthur Mitchell, the first African American to serve as principal
dancer of the New York City Ballet, Dance Theatre of Harlem performs
cutting-edge new works and beloved masterpieces. Using the language of
classical dance, this company of racially diverse and exceptionally trained
artists breathes new life to the art form.}
Curriculum Connections: Elements and principles of dance; Critical
and aesthetic response to dance; U.S. history (Civil Rights Movement)
This performance is part of our Arts4Youth Series.
