THE GROOVE TO NOBODY’S BUSINESS

COMPANY PREMIERE: September 2007- Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater - Sadler’s Wells (London, England)
RT: 15:00 minutes
DANCERS: 9
MUSIC: Ray Charles and Brandon McCune
Photo credit: Steven Schreiber
Commissioned by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Imagining the meeting of strangers on a subway, Brown’s work reveals glimpses of humanity in pedestrian movements and ordinary interactions.

Imagining the meeting of strangers on a subway, Brown’s work (commissioned by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater) reveals glimpses of humanity in pedestrian movements and ordinary interactions.

“Groove Bears All The Hallmarks Of Its Creator’s Own Style In Her Celebrated Years Dancing For Ronald K. Brown- Bold, Quicksilver, Detailed, And Charming To The Max. I Can’t Wait To See What This Dancemaker Brings Us Next... 2007 Should Be Remembered As The Year Of The Groove When Choreographer Camille A. Brown Threw Down A Worthy Challenge”
— Eva Yaa Asantewaa (Dance Magazine)