MARCO VEGA
Los angeles, California
Photo by Marco Vega
“I find my inspiration from the constant change and progression that surrounds society each day.”
-Marco Vega
Photo by Adrien Padilla
Marco Vega (he/they), began dancing at the age of 16 under the direction of Cassie Dalena. He received a BFA in Dance Performance and a BA in Education Sciences specializing in Digital Media from the University of California, Irvine in Spring 2021. There, he trained under faculty such as Tong Wang, Molly Lynch, Diane Diefenderfer, Charlotte Griffin, and Lindsay Gilmour; and guest artists Lar Lubovitch, Kate Skarpetowska, and Dante Puleio. Additional training includes the Whim W’him Summer and Winter Intensives under the direction of Olivier Wevers and Karl Watson, the GALLIM Summer Intensive as an Emerging Artist Scholar under the direction of Andrea Miller, and the BEMOVING Summer Dance Program under the direction of Bret Easterling. Joining Backhausdance in Fall 2021, they have had the opportunity to originate roles in works by Ching Ching Wong, Tommie Waheed-Evans, and Amanda Kay White, as well as perform work by Dwight Rhoden. This is Marco’s third season with Backhausdance.
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When did you start dancing?
At the age of 16! Beginning with Jazz and tap, then formally starting ballet, contemporary, etc. a year later.
Do you have a pre-performance ritual?
Listen to an early 2000s pop/r&b playlist.
What is your favorite non-dance hobby or activity?
Quality time with friends and family, finding new coffee shops, and taking time to be lazy and do nothing!
What gives you inspiration?
I find my inspiration from the constant change and progression that surrounds society each day. Discovering new ways to make space to grow while leaving room for what has gotten us to this current point. Acknowledgment and acceptance of the past are crucial for the progression of growth.