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Carmen de Lavallade (born March 6, 1931) is an American actress, choreographer and dancer. Early life. De Lavallade was born in Los Angeles, California, on March 6, 1931, [1] to Creole parents from New Orleans, Louisiana. She was raised by her aunt, Adele, who owned one of the first African-American history bookshops on Central Avenue.
Carmen De Lavallade is an actress, dancer and choreographer born in 1931 in Los Angeles. She has appeared in films such as Odds Against Tomorrow, Big Daddy and The Hours, and was married to Geoffrey Holder.
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- Los Angeles, California, USA
Dec 12, 2006 · Learn about the life and career of Carmen De Lavallade, a choreographer and dancer who performed with Alvin Ailey, Geoffrey Holder and the Metropolitan Opera. She also taught at Yale School of Drama and received several awards for her art.
Oct 16, 2014 · In this in-depth interview, legendary dancer and choreographer Carmen de Lavallade talks about her family background, work with Alvin Ailey, and other facets of her illustrious career.
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- The Kennedy Center
Carmen de Lavallade is a versatile and acclaimed actor, dancer and choreographer with over six decades of professional experience. She has performed in films, Broadway, opera, and off-Broadway, and has received numerous awards and honors for her artistic achievements.
Oct 28, 2014 · Geoffrey Holder and Carmen de Lavallade were a magnetic couple — he was towering, 6'6", with a deep, Caribbean-lilted voice. She was a poised, petite dancer who brought sensuality and soul to...
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Learn about the life and career of Carmen de Lavallade, a pioneer of modern dance and a collaborator of many artists. Find her biography, awards, videos, and further reading on this web page.
