Reynaldo Junior Santos, born son of Senior, brother of Rodney, now uncle of one, began his career as a performer long before he discovered dance. Entering the art form through years of rigorous ballet training, Rey found his truest form of expression occurred when he removed the leotard and opted for something slightly more loose-fitting. Throughout his time at Northern School of Contemporary Dance, Rey has often been seen roaming the halls with a tight potato sack scarf, a red bandana and sceptical pout. He has had the pleasure of working with Phil Sanger, Amaury Lebrun, Lea Anderson and Gary Clarke. In terms of his own creative practice, Rey’s three years at the school have been transformative. His work, always autobiographical, often walks fine lines and explores themes of a tumultuous existence. One can only assume it has been a pleasure for the graduating cohort to follow Rey’s journey of self-discovery. Rey is ready to spread his wings and rise like a Phoenix.
