Legacy Week Faculty Spotlight: Valerie Madonia This week, we are honored to feature Valerie Madonia, former Joffrey Ballet dancer, director, and master teacher whose career reflects both artistic excellence and a deep dedication to preserving the Joffrey legacy. Valerie has performed leading roles with The Joffrey Ballet, National Ballet of Canada, and American Ballet Theatre, and has appeared as a guest artist with Alonzo King’s LINES Ballet, Complexions, and Armitage Gone! Dance.⁠ ⁠ Her performing career culminated in a celebrated appearance with the New York Philharmonic in Stravinsky’s L’Histoire du Soldat, showcasing her range and expressive artistry. With over 25 years of teaching experience, Valerie has since become a guiding force in dance education.⁠ ⁠ As a répétiteur for The Gerald Arpino Foundation, Valerie has staged Arpino’s works for companies across the United States and abroad, ensuring that his choreography continues to inspire audiences and artists worldwide. Her in...