The offerings span coast-to-coast performances, hands-on workshops, complimentary classes and educational resources for students and teachers. Each initiative reflects the legacy of founder Alvin Ailey, whose groundbreaking work changed the landscape of American modern dance. 1. Live performances across America Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater launches its 2026 US Tour this month, visiting 20 cities…
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Pam Oliver’s Hall of Fame moment lifts Black women
Pam Oliver has reached a defining milestone in her storied career. The longtime sportscaster has been inducted into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame, a recognition that celebrates her decades of work covering the NFL and other major sporting events while reshaping the visibility of women, particularly Black women, in sports journalism. The honor places…
Is Memphis the best place to celebrate MLK legacy?
Memphis is preparing to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a series of events centered on service, reflection, and community engagement. The annual observances coincide with the federal holiday recognizing King, which falls on the third Monday of January each year. In Memphis, where King spent his final days,…
How Sandra Douglass Morgan made Las Vegas Raiders history
Sandra Douglass Morgan never imagined she would one day lead an NFL franchise in the city where she grew up. But in July 2022, Raiders owner Mark Davis named the Las Vegas native as president of the Silver and Black, making her the first Black woman to hold such a position in league history. The…