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A triptych of images of Gus Solomons jr. In a black and white image, he is young, pulling a long, bent leg toward his face as he gazes past it. In the center, against a green backdrop, his eyes drift close as he leans into one hip, eyes turned into the light. At right, silver haired and bearded, he stands in his studio, knees bent and eyes intense as his arms curve around his torso.

Remembering Gus Solomons jr, 1938–2023

Striking performer. Adventurous choreographer. Unforgettable teacher. Straight-from-the-hip reviewer. Inspiring mentor. Gustave Martinez Solomons jr was all these things and more.

Wendy Perron August 25th, 2023

In a black and white archival photo, a young Gus Solomons jr, all long, lanky limbs, poses against a white backdrop. He balances on one leg, knee bent, as he raises the other knee up to his shoulder and grasps his flexed foot with one hand. His upper torso curves forward as he looks to the right, his free arm dangling elegantly at his side.

TBT: Gus Solomons jr on Being Both a Choreographer and a Critic

Gus Solomons jr has worn many hats in the course of his career.

Courtney Escoyne April 20th, 2023

Man wearing all black dancing in small studio

This Is What It Felt Like to Be a Black Dancer Downtown in the 1960s

I came to New York City in August 1961 to rehearse Kicks and Co., the Broadway-bound musical that Donald McKayle and Walter Nicks had hired me to dance in…

Gus Solomons jr February 3rd, 2022