Alvin Ailey’s “Cry”

A pinch me moment happened recently when we filmed Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for a full week.

One of the works we filmed was in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Cry. This piece, made by Alvin Ailey in 1971 on Judith Jamison, was made for his mother for her Birthday. How special!!

He dedicated the piece to “all Black women everywhere– especially our mothers.” 😍

We filmed the new version of Cry featuring the gorgeous Jacqueline Green. We worked with Matthew Rushing, Ronni Favors and Ms. Jamison (who was remote).

It was a glorious experience in the studio filming. I have such a deep respect for AAADT. Our entire team felt so at home with everyone. 

Ailey released the newly filmed version this past weekend for Mother’s Day, and the performance is available to stream on Ailey All Access through May 23 at 7pm ET.

Keep an eye out for more beautiful Ailey dancing!!!

With gratitude,

Credits

Video Production by Nel Shelby Productions
Producer/Director/Editor: Nel Shelby
Videographers: Ashli Bickford, Steve DiCasa, & Nate Reinga
Colorist: Jason Bahling
BTS Videographer/Photographer: Christopher Duggan
Project Manager: Cherylynn Tsushima

Jacqueline Green; photo by Christopher Duggan