Charlie Carrouth
Charlie Carrouth
CHARLIE CARROUTH is from Spartanburg SC. Charlie began her training as a young student at Ballet Spartanburg’s Center for Dance Education where she studied ballet, contemporary and jazz. Ms. Carrouth attended summer intensives including Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, Charlotte Ballet and Alonzo King LINES Ballet. Having danced with the Company as a Trainee during her high school years, Charlie has danced many soloist roles in various Ballet Spartanburg productions throughout the years. Recently, Charlie completed her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of South Carolina, graduating summa cum laude. Charlie is looking forward to Ballet Spartanburg’s 2023-2024 season.
Carlos Agudelo, 2023 SC Governor's Award for an Individual
Ballet Spartanburg's Artistic Director, Carlos Agudelo, was awarded the South Carolina Governor's Award from the South Carolina Arts Commission on May 23, 2023, at the Chapman Cultural Center. The award was presented by Mr. David Platt, Executive Director of the South Carolina Arts Commission. "We recognize the unparalleled energy, enthusiasm, devotion and love for dance that Carlos has gifted to our community out of his passion for all to experience the arts for the past 32 years. We are overjoyed that Carlos has been recognized by the South Carolina Arts Commission, " Teresa S. Berline, Executive Director. "The South Carolina Arts Commission is an extraordinary organization in our state which promotes and advocates opportunities in the arts which values equality, access, diversity and inclusion. Ballet Spartanburg is honored by the support of the South Carolina Arts Commission and the recognition of Carlos Agudelo."