Al Blackstone

 Uprooted

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The Journey of Jazz Dance is a feature length documentary exploring the history, lineage and future progressions of jazz dance featuring Debbie Allen, Chita Rivera, Susan Stroman, Melanie George, Saleemah Knight, and many more experts of the field. Al’s weekly class at Steps on Broadway in NYC is featured in the film as is a discussion with him about his views and experiences in the world of Jazz Dance.

 
 
A thoughtful and impassioned look at the often ignored roots of a quintessential American art form.
— The Hollywood Reporter
This film will make you fall in love with jazz dance all over again.
— Dance Magazine
Uprooted is a fascinating piece of social history – whether or not you think you’re interested in jazz dance
— The Guardian