DOMINIC ASKEW, company member (HE/ HIM)

Dominic grew up in Buffalo, NY. He began dancing at the age of nine, studying various techniques at Spezio’s Dance Dynamics under the instruction of Michelle Spezio Ferm, Bill Thomas, Kelly Burwick and many others. During his time at Spezio’s Dance Dynamics, Dominic was an assistant teacher and choreographer at the studio. He has  participated in various performances, competitions, and dance intensives such as The Joffrey Ballet summer intensive, The School at Jacob’s Pillow summer intensive, The New York City Dance Alliance summer intensive, Boston Dance theaters winter immersion project, and Complexions Contemporary Ballet summer intensive. After  graduating high school, Dominic moved to New York City to pursue studying at The Ailey School through the independent study and scholarship program training in techniques such as Horton, Graham, Dunham, and more. During his time at The Ailey School, Dominic had the opportunity to perform in the opening Gala for The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s City Center Season and participate in work study. He also performed in works choreographed by Sonia Dawkins, Brice Mousset, Martina Viadana, and Emerick Ligonde. Dominic joined Houston Contemporary Dance Company as a guest artist for two seasons and is filled with gratitude to enter his third season as a company member.