Gianna Martello

With over 15 years as a dedicated faculty member at the esteemed Abby Lee Dance Company (ALDC), Gianna Martello developed her foundational skills as a competitive dancer under Abby Lee Miller, achieving regional and national recognition. Demonstrating an early and profound aptitude for creative direction, she began choreographing independently at age 16, subsequently collaborating with Ms. Miller and cultivating her distinctive choreographic voice. Martello successfully balanced her burgeoning dance career with academic pursuits, earning a B.A.

Expanding her international footprint, Martello’s choreography was also featured in Australia’s prestigious ASTRA Awards. She has lent her artistic direction to numerous music videos for a diverse roster of recording artists, including Rachael Sage, Alexx Calise, Nia Sioux, and Todrick Hall, demonstrating her adaptability across various musical genres and visual storytelling. Leveraging her extensive experience, Martello has become a highly sought-after educator and adjudicator, regularly traveling globally to serve as a distinguished guest instructor and competition judge for prominent dance events. At the core of Martello’s professional ethos is a deep commitment to fostering confidence and imparting invaluable life lessons through dance.

Her comprehensive approach to dance education extends beyond technical steps, empowering students to excel not only on stage but also in their personal lives. She actively instills the same foundational teachings she received from her own mentors, underscoring her continuing influence on the next generation of performers. Her ongoing work as a global instructor and judge solidifies her position as a respected authority and inspiring mentor within the dance industry.