ALLYNE GARTRELL
he is that ISM
ism |ˈizəm|noun
informal, chiefly derogatorya distinctive practice, system, or philosophy, typically a political ideology or an artistic movement: of all the isms, fascism is the most repressive.
Who are you?
I am Allyne D Gartrell, Artist, Educator & Choreographer
Founder Creative Director of The ATLANTA DANCE CONNECTION
Atlanta's Premiere contemporary Dance Company
What is your choreographic style of dance?
ALLYNISM " Bridging the gap between Classical Ballet & Traditional African, Allynsim is a unique blend of techniques which allows us the opportunity to explore a realm of artistic possibilities!
When was your most provocative moment as a dancer or choreographer?
Opening Night of Porgy & Bess at the Kennedy Center for the Arts & On Broadway! I had been waiting for that moment!
Where did this moment happen?
New York & Washington DC
Why does this moment stick with you and how does it inspire you in all of your dance and choreography creations?
This moment validated all the hard work I had done to achieve this blessings. Having the opportunity to to be Cast in a Leading role of such a historical Opera & Musical was the greatest ever. Assisting Legendary choreographer Hope Clarke, what more needs to be said!
Blessed to stand on the shoulders of GREATS and Honored to continue to the Legacy.
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