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S.Res. 490

ResolutionFederalSenatePassed Senate
A resolution recognizing the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater for 50 years of service to the performing arts.
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Passed
Latest Action · September 23, 2008
Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: CR S9344)
Congress
110th (2007–2009)
Introduced
March 31, 2008
Cosponsors (1)
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(This measure has not been amended since it was introduced. The summary of that version is repeated here.) Recognizes and commends the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater (AAADT) for 50 years of service as a cultural ambassador of the United States to the world, by bringing world-class American modern dance to people around the globe. Recognizes that: (1) AAADT has been a true pioneer in the world of dance by establishing an extended cultural community that provides dance performances, training, and community programs to all people while using the beauty and humanity of African-American heritage and other cultures to unite people; and (2) the Ailey II company, the Ailey School, and the extensive and innovative Arts in Education and Community Programs of AAADT train future generations of dancers and choreographers while exposing young people to the arts.

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