PHOTO CREDIT BRIAN GUILLIAUX
DIEGO TAPANES
MATANZAS, CUBA
Graduated from the Escuela Nacional de Ballet de Cuba and distinguished with Gold Medals, the Eternal Dance Award, and the Technical Mastery Award, Diego Tapanes has developed a strong artistic career in both classical and contemporary dance. He was a Principal Dancer with the Ballet Nacional de Cuba, a Soloist with Texas Ballet Theater, and a Principal Dancer with Complexions Contemporary Ballet, representing these companies on prestigious national and international stages. He joined the company in 2026.
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Dallas Black Dance Theatre
Established in 1976, Dallas Black Dance Theatre is the oldest, continuously operating dance company in Dallas.
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DBDT: Encore
Established in 2000, DBDT: Encore provides an opportunity for young artists to develop their skills while serving the DFW community through performances and education initiatives.
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Dallas Black Dance Academy
The official school of Dallas Black Dance Theatre, founded in 1973.