FULL Biographies

Overview

With over 30 years of experience in the field of dance, Galletto & Guzmán produced sold-out theater productions, dance festivals, galas, master workshops, and so much more. Their sensible pedagogic and andragogic approach to dance has proven successful in pre-professionals, professionals, and seniors. Inspiration and passion for their craft have been their constant fuel to keep on going no matter what.

Dardo Galletto

Dardo Galletto’s work, sensitivity, and way of teaching have been actively observed in the world of Psychoanalysis. The following links by Wilma Bucci Ph.D., Professor Emerita, endorses Mr.Galletto’s work:

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DARDO GALLETTO is from Cordoba, Argentina, where he began acting a the age of 12. Initially studying dance to supplement his acting, he gradually recognized it as his true passion and began to train intensively. Dardo graduated from a 3-year program at the prestigious school of dance, “Teatro General San Martín” in Buenos Aires, studying ballet, modern jazz, and composition.

He studied at the “Teatro Colón” and coached with leading ballet masters of Argentina including Haichi Acamine, Enrique Lommi, and Olga Ferri. After graduation, Dardo was invited to join the world-renowned “Ballet Argentino”, directed by Julio Bocca, and toured with the company for one year.

In late 2001, Dardo moved to New York City and began performing with a number of U.S. modern and ballet companies. Dardo is currently one of New York’s leading tango dancers and has created a unique method for teaching tango technique, combining elements of different dance disciplines and emphasizing the understanding of energy flow.

Through years of teaching, trust, and sponsorship of world-renowned Sandra Cameron, Dardo became the leading Argentine Tango instructor in NYC. He directed and choreographed numerous Tango and Contemporary Dance sold-out productions in NYC for New Generation Dance Company.

By 2010 Dardo Galletto founded Dardo Galletto Studios. His studio was located in the heart of Times Square. During this time Dardo also became a permanent US resident. He managed to sponsor the first generation of Argentine Tango dancers to arrive in NY.

His work has been seen on Broadway shows, on scenes of the Blacklist series, Symphony Space, 92nd St Y, Tribecca Performing Arts Center, New York Live Arts, New Jersey Ballet, Connecticut Ballet Dance Company, and in Jacob’s Pillow on 2014 and 2015.

In 2016, Dardo met Alonso Guzman and taught him everything about Argentine Tango. Together they produced numerous sold-out productions in New York Live Arts theater.

Alonso Guzmán

Alonso Guzman, a native Puerto Rican, achieved 1st place at the 2007 US Open MMA championships at 15. Embracing classical and modern dance, he pursued a professional path, securing a full scholarship from The Oprah Winfrey Foundation and The Olive Tree Foundation to study dance at The Ailey School in NYC.

Post-academics, Alonso thrived under the direction of Modern Dance Master Mr. Milton Myers, volunteering as a Dance Demonstrator at institutions like The Juilliard School, Steps on Broadway, and Jacob’s Pillow. His journey led him to work with The Metropolitan Opera House and renowned choreographer Karole Armitage.

In 2016, Alonso discovered his passion for Argentine Tango with Dardo Galletto, leading to a deep connection. Together, they produced sold-out Tango/Contemporary productions at New York Live Arts and Symphony Space, gaining recognition in Mark Mann’s Movement at Still Point, Battery Dance Festival, Dance Magazine, New York Times, and more.

Amid the pandemic, Alonso and Dardo faced challenges, leading them to relocate to Southbury, CT, where they resiliently continue their business as Galletto & Guzman Dance LLC.

Dance Styles

Galletto & Guzmán enjoy teaching the following dance styles…

  • Tango Argentine beginner, intermediate, and advanced
  • Open Ballet, Intermediate, and advance
  • Open Yoga
  • Merce Cunningham
  • Lester Horton
  • Martha Graham
  • Improvisation
  • Choreographic Compositions,
    and so much more.

    If your business or educational institution is looking to implement dance and movement classes in the curriculum reach out to us for a consultation.

We are an LLC

Galletto & Guzman Dance LLC was founded by Dardo Galletto and Alonso Guzman in 2023 as a result of the Covid closure of their premier dance studio in Times Square NY, Dardo Galletto Studios. It became a legal and insured mobile business that travels across the US to share dance, dance productions, festivals, and extracurricular activities that promote physical movement, artistic expression, and outstanding community relationships.

Insurance

We are Insured.

All fitness, dance, and entertainment activities, indoors or outdoors, in any location such as a private, business, government, or private educational institution, as long as they are located inside the United States or Canada, are covered by the Hiscox insurance policy of Galletto & Guzman Dance LLC.