Brandon Penn

Born and raised in Richmond, VA, Brandon Penn began his dance training at the Pine Camp Cultural Arts Center at the age of 10. There, he studied with Annette Holt, Rodney Williams, and Willie Hinton, learning a variety of styles. He later enrolled in the School of Richmond Ballet, where he studied under Igor Antanov, Malcolm Burn, and others.

After spending three years at the Richmond Ballet, Mr. Penn was accepted as a trainee at the company while completing his senior year. After graduating, Brandon spent one year at the State University of New York (SUNY) at Purchase College Conservatory for Dance, studying under Larry Clark, Taryn Russell, Ted Kivitt, and others. After spending a year at SUNY, Penn was offered a position with Atlanta Ballet 2.

After two years there, Brandon was offered a company position with the Columbia City Ballet. Later, after much experience and repertory under his belt, Brandon accepted a principal contract with the Fort Wayne Ballet, where he just finished his second season. He has since taken up a freelance career and has guested throughout the United States. He would like to immensely thank his family for all their love, support, and words of wisdom.