Lydia McRae

is originally from Kernersville, NC and began her dance training at the age of 8 at the North Carolina School of the Arts. After graduating from the high school dance program at NCSA, she continued her studies with the Richmond Ballet. She has had the pleasure of performing with Complexions Contemporary Ballet, the Oakland Ballet, and Ballet Memphis. While dancing with Ballet Memphis she took online courses at UNCG and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. This will be her second season dancing with Nashville Ballet. Lydia’s repertoire includes works by Jennifer Archibald, Mark Godden, Alonzo King, Graham Lustig, Trey McIntyre, and Dwight Rhoden.

Find her on Instagram: @lydiamcrae