Issa Perez

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Issa Perez (they/them/theirs) is a native of the Bronx, New York and is a syndicated musician, movement, and drag artist. They graduated from high school at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and went on to receive a BFA in dance performance from SUNY Purchase, where they are now on faculty. Issa has toured around the world as a member of Andrea Miller’s Gallim Dance, and is in the cast of Punchdrunk’s Sleep No More. In 2020, Issa’s love for ...read more

Class Descriptions

Contemporary

In this class, the goal is to transform and update your training each day, to develop as the artist and master of your own journey. You will find the versatility and expressive prowess that will seamlessly translate from your contemporary technique class to live performance, film, or everyday life. With their experience in movement and performance, Issa will guide you in cultivating reliable technique and heightened physical awareness. Explore the dynamic interplay between body, motion, and energy, harnessing the power of breath to connect movements and enhance your overall artistic approach. Challenge yourself to set personal goals, pushing boundaries for self-discovery and virtuosity. Embrace the courage to take risks, fostering a spirit of daring exploration in your movement vocabulary. This class aims to help you gain precise control over your body and understand the relationship between your extremities and the core. With influences from Graham, Cunningham, Gaga, Hip Hop, Heels, and more, this class serves to form you into a secure and well-rounded dancer.