Dorian Mallia
Dorian Mallia is a highly regarded dance practitioner, scholar, choreographer, educator, and performer. As the founder and Artistic Director of MOVEO Dance Company, he has made significant contributions to contemporary dance. Mallia graduated from the Central School of Ballet in London with a degree in Professional Dance and Performance. He further pursued his academic journey at the University of Malta, where he obtained a Master's degree in Performing Studies (Dance).
Mallia's career has been marked by prestigious achievements and collaborations. He has performed at top international venues with renowned companies such as European Ballet (UK), RBR Dance Company (Verona, Italy), LaMov Compania de Danza (Spain), Paganini Dance Company (Rome), and Mavinkhoodance(Singapore). In addition, Dorian Mallia's work as a choreographer and performer has been showcased on a global scale. His performances, choreographic works, and artistic endeavors have been presented and celebrated at esteemed venues worldwide.
In 2008, Mallia founded MOVEO Dance Company, which has gained recognition both locally and internationally for its repertoire. Under his leadership, Moveo Dance Company, along with Diane Portelli, who became a Director in 2017, was honored with the prestigious Premju Ghall-Arti award as Artists of the Year in 2018. This recognition further solidified their artistic excellence and contribution to the field. Additionally, in 2020, MOVEO Dance Company was bestowed with the "Best Creative Enterprise Award," further highlighting their innovative and outstanding work.
Mallia is also a visiting lecturer at the University of Malta and MCAST, where he shares his expertise and passion for dance with aspiring students while further contributing to the growth and development of the field.
Dorian Mallia's multidisciplinary career, encompassing performance, choreography, education, and research, has earned him a prominent position in the contemporary dance community. His dedication to pushing boundaries and exploring new narratives continues to shape the field of dance, while the accolades and awards received by MOVEO Dance Company underscore their exceptional artistic achievements.
Dorian Mallia is a highly regarded dance practitioner, scholar, choreographer, educator, and performer. As the founder and Artistic Director of MOVEO Dance Company, he has made significant contributions to contemporary dance. Mallia graduated from the Central School of Ballet in London with a degree in Professional Dance and Performance. He further pursued his academic journey at the University of Malta, where he obtained a Master's degree in Performing Studies (Dance).
Mallia's career has been marked by prestigious achievements and collaborations. He has performed at top international venues with renowned companies such as European Ballet (UK), RBR Dance Company (Verona, Italy), LaMov Compania de Danza (Spain), Paganini Dance Company (Rome), and Mavinkhoodance(Singapore). In addition, Dorian Mallia's work as a choreographer and performer has been showcased on a global scale. His performances, choreographic works, and artistic endeavors have been presented and celebrated at esteemed venues worldwide.
In 2008, Mallia founded MOVEO Dance Company, which has gained recognition both locally and internationally for its repertoire. Under his leadership, Moveo Dance Company, along with Diane Portelli, who became a Director in 2017, was honored with the prestigious Premju Ghall-Arti award as Artists of the Year in 2018. This recognition further solidified their artistic excellence and contribution to the field. Additionally, in 2020, MOVEO Dance Company was bestowed with the "Best Creative Enterprise Award," further highlighting their innovative and outstanding work.
Mallia is also a visiting lecturer at the University of Malta and MCAST, where he shares his expertise and passion for dance with aspiring students while further contributing to the growth and development of the field.
Dorian Mallia's multidisciplinary career, encompassing performance, choreography, education, and research, has earned him a prominent position in the contemporary dance community. His dedication to pushing boundaries and exploring new narratives continues to shape the field of dance, while the accolades and awards received by MOVEO Dance Company underscore their exceptional artistic achievements.