Natalie Mackessy (dancer)

is originally from Columbus Ohio. She is a graduate of Point Park University with a BA in Dance. Since graduating, Mackessy has danced as a scholarship student with Mark Morris Dance Group, as well as Amanda Selwyn Dance Theatre. Most recently she was named a finalist for the 2011 Clive Barnes Award in Dance. Mackessy joined the Stephen Petronio Company in November 2009.