Ryan Amato | Photo by Cathryn Farnsworth

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Ryan Amato grew up in the Bay Area, CA, where he began dancing at Triple Threat Performing Arts. Training in many different styles from a young age sparked his love for movement and laid the foundation for him to grow into a versatile and dedicated artist. His early training in a variety of forms taught him not only the value of strong technical foundations, but also how dance can be utilized as a universal tool for personal expression.

Ryan is now in his fourth year at the USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance, pursuing his BFA. At Kaufman, Ryan has leaned into the idea of hybridity, blending different movement styles to shape his voice as a dancer, choreographer, and performer. During this time, Ryan has focused on commercial dance performance while also continuing to expand his range as a choreographer. He has performed in works by renowned choreographers including Tessandra Chavez, Tyce Diorio, Kyle Abraham, Roderick George, Kenny Ortega, and Jakevis Thomason. This wide range of experiences has shaped his versatility as an artist and has curated a growing interest in the fusion of concert and commercial dance forms.

Looking ahead, Ryan wants to continue building his artistry in many directions. He aims to work on music videos, films, live performances, and expanding access to dance education. Ryan ultimately hopes to develop an expansive career that reflects his adaptability and versatility as an artist.

Ryan Amato | Photo by Lee Gumbs

Ryan Amato | Photo by Lee Gumbs

Ryan Amato | Photo by Cathryn Farnsworth

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