'Tis the season to watch virtual dance and music shows from your sofa. During the Christmas period, there are many to choose from. In December the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre began its groundbreaking new season – completely online – called "Ailey Forward", with new pieces created, choreographed and performed during the pandemic with Covid-19 and social distancing in mind. One of the people behind this giant leap for the company is Associate Artistic Director Matthew Rushing.

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