Richmond Ballet
The State Ballet of Virginia
Michael Duncan
Company Dancer
Michael Duncan is originally from Marietta, GA. He trained at Georgia Metropolitan Dance Theatre from age 6 to 17. While there, he trained closely under Kathryn McBeth and Ashleigh Whitworth. In 2019, he was invited to further his dance training with the Cincinnati Ballet in their Professional Training Division on scholarship. He studied there for three years working closely alongside the company. In 2022, Michael was offered the position of RBII Apprentice at Richmond Ballet. During his time in Richmond Michael has had the honor to perform in Kataryzna Skarpetowska’s Scarred Bouquets and Akwarium as well as numerous roles in Stoner Winslett’s production of The Nutcracker. Michael was promoted to Company Dancer this season and is thrilled to continue his journey with Richmond Ballet.
A photo gallery of Michael's artistry
Company Dancers
Our professional company is made up of elite dancers from around the world who have helped earn Richmond Ballet critical acclaim. Dance/USA says Richmond Ballet is “a jewel among U.S. dance companies,” while The Washington Post calls it “a company to which dance fans everywhere ought to pay attention.” We’re proud of all that our company dancers bring to Richmond, and the world.
Courtney Collier
Celeste Gaiera
Mikell Graf
Kennady Jackson
Colin Jacob
Khaiyom Khojaev
Annika Kuo
Josiah Lax
Alejandro Mariño Hechavarria
Darius Mealy
Jack Miller
Eri Nishihara
Zacchaeus Page
Naomi Robinson
Kaitlin Roemer
Katrina May Thomas
Izabella Tokev
Ira White
Artistic Staff
The Artistic Staff at Richmond Ballet is made up of international professionals who each bring incredible talent, expertise, and credentials to their respective roles. With impressive backgrounds and world experience, they offer a unique perspective that has helped shape our organization over the years.
Ma Cong
Artistic Director
Stoner Winslett
Founding Artistic Director
Igor Antonov
Rehearsal Director
Lauren Fagone
Artistic Associate and Répétiteur
