MSP 149: Dante Puleio and Michelle Preston

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Sustaining the Legacy of the Limón Dance Company with Dante Puleio and Michelle Preston

The Limón Dance Company is approaching its 75th anniversary and in today’s episode, we are joined by its Artistic Director, Dante Puleio, and Executive Director, Michelle Preston. Dante and Michelle’s passion for their work is palpable and over the next few years they plan to inject new energy into Limón while also preserving the company’s rich heritage. Tune in today to hear how dance changed the lives of these two guests, the journeys that led them to their current positions at Limón, and how, through marrying their different skill sets, they hope to enhance and empower the legacy of this institution.

“I wasn’t really taking good care of myself emotionally or physically and when I started dancing, that’s when I woke up and started to find that I had a purpose.” – Dante Puleio, MSP 149

Key Points From This Episode:

Dante shares an overview of his journey to becoming a professional dancer.
Factors that make the Limón technique unique.
How Dante became part of the Limón Dance Company.
Michelle’s introduction to dancing.
The realization that Michelle came to after four years of intensive artistic study.
Why Michelle moved to New York, and the jobs she held subsequently.
Dante’s approach to fulfilling his role as Artistic Director of the Limón Dance Company.
How Michelle wants to see the non-profit space evolve.

A former Company member for more than a decade, Dante Puleio was appointed Artistic Director in 2020, his work focuses on celebrating José Limón's historical legacy and reimagining his intention and vision to reflect the 21st century contemporary landscape. Michelle Preston, a NYC artist manager and leader with over 15 years experience, began as the Executive Director of the José Limón Dance Foundation in November 2022.

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