Maia Blake
Maia Blake
4th Season | Massachusetts
MAIA BLAKE was born in Andover, Massachusetts. She began dancing at Andover School of Ballet and New England Civic Ballet. Upon entering high school, Maia continued her training at Bossov Ballet Theatre from 2016-2019. Ms. Blake then attended the University of Cincinnati’s College-Conservatory of Music where she graduated Summa Cum Laude with her bachelor’s degree in fine arts. During her time at CCM, Maia had the privilege of performing repertoire such as Giselle, Paquita, La Bayadere, and Napoli. During her professional career at Ballet Spartanburg, Maia has performed roles in Cinderella, The Swan Princess, The Mighty Casey, The Sleeping Beauty, Martha Graham's Suite from Appalachian Spring, Carmina Burana, Carlos Agudelo’s The Nutcracker, Studio Series: Tangos and Tapas and The Great Gatsby. She has also had the privilege of choreographing/assisting for the Professional Company’s performances of Studio Series, Carmina Burana, The Mighty Casey, Ballet Goes to Broadway and The Great Gatsby. She is thrilled for her 4th season with the company!
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."
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