Born and raised in Massachusetts, Tess O'Riordan is a rising sophomore at Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Having graduated from Franklin School for the Performing Arts, she is currently pursuing her BFA in contemporary dance performance. Throughout her studies, she has received training from Kurt Douglas, Brian McGinnis, Adriana Suarez, Cheryl Madeux-Abbott, and Adrienne Hawkins. Tess aims to invite exploration in all facets of her practice. While still striving to maintain technical integrity, she recognizes an opportunity for growth, often found when judgment is released. Attending ADF has been an important turning point for her, allowing ample space for discovery.