Founded in 1958, the historic Alvin Ailey Dance Theater returns to Boston with their inimitable African-American cultural expression. The group has been brought to the city by the Celebrity Series of Boston since 1968. The performance this year features Lawrence, Mass. native Belen Pereyra, and will include several premieres in addition to classic repertoire productions. Artistic Director Robert Battle has been at the helm of the organization since 2011, and shared his professional insights and vision for the renowned dance company.
Don't ask Reese Witherspoon who she's wearing this Sunday on the Oscar's Red Carpet. Witherspoon, who is a producer as well as an award-winning actress, would rather talk about the importance of advancing opportunities for young women than the label on her dress – a refreshing change worth noting as we prepare to celebrate National Women's History Month.
Witherspoon's female-led production company creates films and TV shows featuring women in leading roles such as "Wild" and "Gone Girl." So far they are generating serious cash. "Gone Girl" pulled down more than $400 million at the box office. This, along with her new Southern clothing line, earned her the title of Glamour Magazine's Woman of the Year for 2015.
