organizers
Emanuela Napolitano & Gaetano Iavarone
Born in Naples, this elite ballroom couple made their mark on the world stage—Italian Champions; UK Open, International Championship, Blackpool Dance Festival & World Championship Professional Open Finalists; European and World Classic Show Dance Champions. They closed their competitive journey at the Royal Albert Hall in 2024 and now serve the dance community as international teachers and judges, continuing to elevate the art they mastered.
Angela Panico
Born in Naples, Italy, Angela Panico is a distinguished dancer and teacher specializing in Latin American dances. A former Italian Professional Champion and Italian South America Show Dance Champion, she was also a finalist in numerous international competitions. In 2005, she debuted on television in Dancing with the Stars, performing alongside soccer legend Diego Armando Maradona—an experience that led to further TV appearances and collaborations in global events, particularly in Argentina and Dubai. She currently works as a teacher, judge, and event organizer.
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