dance kaleidoscope gallery*

*Fresh out of college, Mark joined the contemporary dance company Dance Kaleidoscope in 1986. Based in Indianapolis, Dance Kaleidoscope showcased the work of dozens of choreographers. Among them: Ohad Naharine, Rachel Lampert, Kathryn Posin, and Mark Dendy. Featured in several duets and solos, Mark thrived in the stylistically eclectic repertory of the company. From the sublime to the rediculous, and the sensual to the dazzling, Dance Kaleidoscope presented it all, not only to it's subscription holders, but to the entire Midwest region, and beyond. In addition to dancing works by other choreographers, Mark contributed to the companies repertory with a few pieces of his own. After three seasons with Dance Kaleidoscope, Mark retired from the company to join Actors Equity Association and the international tour of The King and I.

The ensemble looked crisp and energetic, refreshed and enchanced by three new male dancers, particularly the compact, charming Mark Santillano.

- Betsy Light, Indianapolis Star

Mark Santillano, the multi-talented St. Louis native who sings and acts as well as dances and is a Black Belt in Tang Soo Do, distinguishes himself in a demanding solo [in Mark Dendy's "Beat"].

- Nina Ryan, Indianapolis News

...this reviewer has to admit her eyes were fixed happily on... Mark Santillano, a dynamo of power and speed.

- Besty Light, Indianapolis Star

Other dancers in the eight member troupe are the exciting Mark Santillano, a compact dynamo with a gymnastic background...

- Marion Stuart, Sheboygan Press

Mark Santillano held the audience spellbound while he flipped backwards through the air.

- Julie Goldsmith, The Indianapolis News

Dance Kaleidoscope
"Strategy"
with Greg Louganis
Choreographed by Rachel Lampert