Jamila Wignot discusses her new documentary Ailey.
(7/22/21) You know the name Alvin Ailey, but how much do you know about the man behind the iconic modern dance company? Peabody Award-winning director Jamila Wignot\u2019s new documentary Ailey, which makes it\u2019s theatrical debut on July 23 before eventually airing as part of PBS\u2019s American Masters series, grants artful access to the elusive visionary behind the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Join us for a look at the enduring power of Mr. Ailey\u2019s vision in this installment of Leonard Lopate at Large on WBAI.