By Becca ButlerBruce Wood Dance Dallas (BWDD) announced this week a significant expansion of its artistic leadership as the company enters its 17th season, appointing Melissa M. Young as artistic director. The dual appointment strategically positions Bruce Wood Dance Dallas for expanded regional impact, national reach and long-term artistic vitality. “This new leadership structure allows us to honor and preserve Bruce’s legacy through Joy’s unparalleled knowledge of his work, while moving the company forward under Melissa’s artistic leadership. The board is excited about this next chapter and confident in the future of Bruce Wood Dance.” With a long history with Bruce Wood,Bollinger danced with the Fort Worth-based Bruce Wood Dance Company beginning in 2001 and was a founding member of the Dallas-based company in 2010.