Meet Miguel Perez | Dancer of the Year | 2020
Meet Miguel Perez
Dancer of the Year
Dancers of RVA
At the age of 14 I started my dance journey taking Mexican Folklore and Flamenco. When I was 18 I attended the University of Arizona where I took my first Ballet, Modern and Jazz class. After college I moved to Chicago where I danced with River North Chicago Dance Company, and Hubbard Street 2. After doing 6 years of concert dance I wanted to try the commercial world out so I auditioned for Celine Dion show in Vegas. Luckily I got the job and Vegas became my home off and on for 12 years. In that time I went on a world tour with Celine Dion, I performed with Shania Twain at Cesar’s Palace, performed with Cirque Du Soleil, Donny and Marie Osmond Show, danced with BodyTraffic Dance Company, and performed on shows like SYTYCD, Dancing With The Stars, and AMA’s with Taylor Swift. When I look back at my career I am so grateful to have had these amazing opportunities doing something I truly love.
I was so surprised to be nominated but so honored. Moving to a new city can be difficult but Richmond has welcomed me with open arms and receiving a nomination like this means I am right where I need to be.
Fun fact is I have two Great Danes Boston and Athena who I love very much.
We are so excited to introduce our featured dancers for the upcoming 2nd annual RVA Dance Awards. The 2020 RVA Dance Awards is a live show that celebrates creativity, leadership and innovation by recognizing excellence within our Central Virginia dance community. This event will be held December 2nd virtually.