Carrie Preus
Carrie Preus
8th Season | Georgia
CARRIE PREUS is originally from Augusta, GA. She began her formal dance training under Ron and Kathleen Jones and continued her training at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Upon graduation, Carrie became a trainee for Nashville Ballet. In May of 2015, she graduated summa cum laude from Kennesaw State University with a B.A. degree in Dance with a concentration in Ballet. While in school, Carrie also danced professionally with The Georgia Ballet and other Atlanta area dance companies and collectives. Upon graduation from college, Ms. Preus joined Bodiography Contemporary Ballet in Pittsburgh, PA. In 2017, Carrie became a Company dancer with Ballet Spartanburg and has enjoyed performing numerous and challenging roles. Ms. Preus also has her Masters in Arts Administration and Cultural Leadership from Colorado State University, and enjoys teaching, choreographing, and being a steward for the arts.
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."