Orlando Harbutt (he/him/his) is an accomplished dancer, collaborator, and choreographer. Originally from New York City, with a significant portion of his early childhood spent in Rome, Italy, Orlando embarked on his dance journey at the tender age of 10. After relocating to the US in 2011, Orlando pursued formal training in Ballet, while also exploring other dance forms such as Hip Hop. His passion for dance eventually led him to New York City, where he honed his skills at Manhattan Youth Ballet, earning the first Men of Merit Scholarship Award. Notably, Orlando had the privilege of studying and performing works by renowned ballet masters, including the legendary George Balanchine. At just 16 years old, Orlando’s love for dance earned him a coveted spot at The Juilliard School for Dance. This invaluable experience provided him with a comprehensive education in dance and numerous opportunities to collaborate with other divisions, particularly the Drama Division. Amidst the challenges posed by the pandemic, Orlando dedicated a year to training with Arts Umbrella before returning to Juilliard for his junior year. Shortly thereafter, he embarked on his professional career with Ballet BC in Vancouver, while pursuing his BFA at Juilliard. Orlando also nurtures a deep interest in acting, philosophy, and visual art. He continuously seeks out avenues where these art forms intersect, further enriching his artistic journey.