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The First Couple Enjoy 'Date Night' at the Kennedy Center

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When you have what is often described as "the most demanding job in the world", you need to make sure you schedule a few breaks every now and then, and new President of the United States of America, Barack Obama, did just that on Friday evening, February 6th, as he and the First Lady attended a performance of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater at The Kennedy Center.

The Huffington Post gives the full report including photos of the first couple enjoying "date night", nice to see that the President is enjoying the many cultural options that are available to him in Washington, D.C.

In an interview early in the campaign he had mentioned the Obama's desire to attend and spotlight the arts. To read the article on The Huffington Post click here.

The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre is celebrating its 50th anniversary this season, it began its 26-city United States tour with the current premiere engagement at the Kennedy Center.

Press notes describe the company with, "The genius of Alvin Ailey changed forever the perception of American dance; today the legacy continues with Judith Jamison's remarkable vision and the extraordinary artistry of the Company's dancers. Beauty, spirit, hope and passion know no bounds. That is the power of Ailey".

For more information and complete tour schedule please visit, www.alvinailey.org.

 

 

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