Ranardo-Domeico Grays found community and inspiration during his time at Interlochen. Now, the VISIONS Contemporary Ballet artistic director and choreographer is inspiring his own community through performances that illuminate the Black experience.
Dean reflects on his formative time at Interlochen, processing life through writing, and how the COVID-19 lockdowns sparked one of the most generative periods of his career.
News & Stories
Motifs
All MotifsMaya Erskine (IAC 98, 02) was nominated for the 2025 Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Series - Drama for her portrayal of Jane Smith in the Amazon Prime series Mr. & Mrs. Smith.
Neal Gupta (IAA 09-11) is the Associate Director of Good Night, and Good Luck, a new play starring and co-written by George Clooney. The play will premiere on Broadway in March 2025.
Sav Buist (IAA 12-13) and Katie Larson (IAC 05, 08-12; IAA 12-14) performed with country artist Lainey Wilson at the Country Music Association (CMA) Awards on Nov. 20, 2024.
In Memoriam
All In MemoriamKazuo (Kaz) Tokito (IAC/NMC 65-66, IAA 65-67, IAC/NMC 65-66) of Cherry Hill, New Jersey, passed away on Dec. 28, 2024.
John Alfieri (IAA Fac 80-15; IAC Fac 81, 93, 06, 10, 12-14) of Grawn, Michigan, passed away on Jan. 29, 2025.
Margaret Beery (IAC St 86-98, 06-13, 16-19, 22; ICA St 98-06, 15-20) of Interlochen, Michigan, passed away on Jan. 9, 2025.
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