Biography
Valerio Iurato is a contemporary dance choreographer based in Austria. Originally from Sicily,Italy, he has been honing his craft for years, creating beautiful and unique pieces that have been performed all over the world. Valerio is trained primarily in Ballroom, Latino American and specializes in Argentinian Tango winning multiple championships.
Furthermore, Valerio completed his classical and contemporary training with both I.D.A International Dance Academy in Ravenna, Italy, and in R.C.P.D, the Real Conservatorio Professional de Danza in Madrid, Spain. Valerio went on to pursue his professional career working with multiple choreographers and performing/touring in theatres around the world including Europe, Canada, the United States, South America and Asia. Valerio was a member of "Imperfect Dancers Company" (Pisa, Italy) from 2012-2015 and was a soloist member with "Tanz Linz" of the Landestheater Linz from 2015-2021. After years in the professional theatre world Valerio is ready to share his work and art as a choreographer and teacher in the freelance community. Valerio is currently completing his Masters in Movement Research.
Valerio’s choreography draws from a wide range of inspirations—art, nature, science, and personal experience. His work explores the deeper layers of human existence, focusing on the challenges and contradictions that shape our lives. At its core, his choreography examines the dualities that underlie all phenomena, from the smallest gesture to the most significant events.
Through movement, Valerio aims to express the tension between opposing forces—light and shadow, chaos and order, life and death—encouraging audiences to look beyond the surface and reflect on the complexities that define our reality. His pieces invite viewers to engage with the delicate balance of these forces and consider the hidden truths that influence our experience of the world.
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This is a great space to learn more about Valerio and his work. Take a look at his portfolio to see some of his past productions, and learn more about his process and approach to choreography. Whether you're a dance enthusiast or just looking for something new and exciting to experience, Valerio's work is not to be missed.
