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FREE! Alvin Ailey Extension Classes
The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater just kicked off their 2012 US Tour, which will…
By Sasha King
Former Dancer Takes Career to Next Level at Harlem School of the Arts
Executive fused business skills with artistic talent for opportunity of a lifetime
Yvette Campbell of the Harlem School of the Arts (Image: Lisa Hancock Photography)
After officially retiring…
By Souleo
Win! Alvin Ailey’s New York City Center Season Tickets
See how you can win a pair of tickets to the December 14th performance
Be one of three to win a pair of tickets to the December 14th New…
By Sasha King
![Throughout history people have been persecuted for everything from gender and race to religion and sexuality. While there have been many strides made across the board, the latter has proven to be perhaps the last group to get a fair shake at equality—that’s especially true for double minorities who happen to be Black and gay. Thankfully, there have been brave individuals who have challenged society’s norms, ideals and deeply rooted fears to redefine what it means to be an LGBT [Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender] person of color in a historically oppressive world. As BlackEnterprise.com documents the struggles and triumphs of the Black LGBT community, we compiled a list of 10 of the most significant openly gay LGBT people of color. —Souleo](http://www.blackenterprise.com/wp-content/blogs.dir/1/files/2011/07/LGBT-Trailblazers-620x480-90x100.jpg "LGBT-Trailblazers-620x480")
10 Black LGBT Trailblazers – Still Black & Proud
A celebration of notable public figures that were unafraid to be Black (and gay) and proud
Members of the Black LGBT community often remain hidden but out and proud figures like…
By Souleo
Backtalk with Judith Jamison
Trailblazing choreographer discusses her barrier-breaking career
World renowned choreographer, dancer, and author Judith Jamison has broken many barriers in her career.…
