Founded in 2014 in New York., VALLETO creates thought-provoking contemporary dance theater works that tackle themes that are relatable to every human. VALLETO aims to redefine the very essence of dance, showcasing its capacity to connect, inspire, and disrupt.
VALLETO impacts and inspires.
VALLETO encompasses three key branches: Our Company, our biennial intensives, and the Heal project.
OUR COMPANY
VALLETO is a New York-based collective of bold, innovative dance artists dedicated to challenging the status quo and reshaping the boundaries of contemporary dance. We embrace raw, experimental work that questions conventions, explores subconscious mind through movement exploration and conversation, and celebrates the essence of creative risk-taking.
MISSION:
Our mission is to be a sanctuary for dancers, the misfits and the rebels who seek to speak up about what matters the most. We celebrate humanity in all its forms. We challenge societal norms and delve into the subconscious mind through our process. We aim to ignite dialogue between our dancers and for our audiences with our raw, thought-provoking dance-theater works.
VISION:
We envision dance as a vital catalyst for healing, connecting, and evolving, continually sharing this transformative power with the world. We envision expanding our choreographic work, and educational programs.
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THE INTENSIVES
Every two years, the VALLETO Intensives open its platform for dancers from around the world, inviting them into an immersive journey of movement, discovery, and transformation. A chance to work closely with Artistic Director Valeria Gonzalez and an inspiring guest teacher. This unique program weaves together rigorous training, creative collaboration, community, and holistic practices, fostering a space where dancers can grow, connect, and reimagine their craft.
Our Core Values:
Creativity, Passion, Empathetic Listening, Innovation, Respect, Integrity, Vulnerability,
and Self-Discipline.
"VALLETO has given me an opportunity to unleash the most honest and vulnerable version of myself. Engaging with artists across the globe is a true blessing, and I am so proud of the environment that we have built together." - Megan Siepka (former dancer 2020)
"Her highly personal choreographic methods excavate emotion, memory, and relationships to discover movement and structure. Her unique process and dance theater sensibility lead to dances that are very affecting; each work exists in an intriguing, singular world. Valeria is also unafraid to take artistic risks while being open to feedback that strengthens her work."
Sean Curran
(CHAIR NYU TISCH DANCE)
THE HEAL PROJECT
VALLETO Heal facilitates various transformative sessions and workshops, each exploring the healing potential of movement, somatics, meditation, journaling, energy work, and a range of complementary practices. Empowering individuals to reclaim their health, their power and their well-being.
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"VALLETO celebrates all aspects of the divine feminine power. Valeria asks of her dancers to be vulnerable, to explore the strength, sensuality, sexuality and the many layers that make us the complex creatures that we are."
Luciana Johnson
FORMER VALLETO DANCER
"It has been so refreshing and inspiring to work with this strong and unapologetic community of women! Valeria encourages us all to be the truest versions of ourselves, and pushes us to not just be but indulge in who we are. In every rehearsal, I find myself deep in states of myself that I don’t often access -- fragile, raw, gross, sexy, quiet, broken, free. Watching the other women of VALLETO find these extreme parts of themselves has been a privilege and I can’t wait to create more beauty with all of them!"
Abby Corrigan
FORMER VALLETO DANCER
"VALLETO has helped me reinvigorate my passion for dance, humanity, and self-love during a time that is desperately lacking in those things. I was drawn to this company & Valeria by her unapologetic passion and powerful art. When I am with these beautiful artists in rehearsal, it doesn't matter that we aren't in a shared space. I feel able to connect to my art, vulnerability, femininity, and my fellow dancers. VALLETO really can heal."
Mia Wenger
FORMER VALLETO DANCER
