MARCO VEGA
Los angeles, California
Photo by Chris Emerick
“I find my inspiration from the constant change and progression that surrounds society each day.”
-Marco Vega
Marco Vega (he/they), currently located in Southern California, began dancing at the age of 16 under the direction of Cassie Dalena. Graduating from the University of California, Irvine in Spring 2021, they received a BFA in Dance Performance and a BA in Education Sciences specializing in Digital Media. Throughout his time at UC Irvine he had the opportunity to train under faculty such as Tong Wang, Molly Lynch, Diane Diefenderfer, Vitor Luiz, Charlotte Griffin, and Lindsay Gilmour; and guest artists Lar Lubovitch, Kate Skarpetowska, and Dante Puleio. Additional training includes the Whim W’him Summer Intensive under the direction of Olivier Wevers and Karl Watson, as well as the GALLIM Summer Intensive as an Emerging Artist Scholar under the direction of Andrea Miller. Throughout their time with BD, 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 works by Dwight Rhoden and Jennifer Backhaus. Marco joined Backhausdance in Fall 2021.
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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.