International dancer Roberta Di Laura among 100 Top Italian Excellences

NATIONWIDE - DECEMBER 2025 - (USAnews.com) — A new extraordinary recognition for the international dancer Roberta Di Laura was awarded among the hundred outstanding individuals from Italy at Palazzo Montecitorio in Rome in the prestigious Sala della Regina during the event '100 Eccellenze Italiane' (100 Italian Excellence), held on 5 December. The event is dedicated to the hundred protagonists chosen each year and featured in the prestigious book 100 ECCELLENZE ITALIANE edited by Riccardo Dell'Anna.

Now in its eleventh edition, this event brings together the stories, visions, and achievements of those who contribute to Italy's prestige, making it a benchmark in the world. The ceremony, promoted by the LIBER Association and sponsored by the Presidency of the Council of Ministers and various ministries, aims to recognize the commitment and quality of those who represent a positive model for the country: personalities, companies, and institutions that, with passion and competence, build a more innovative, responsible, and competitive Italy every day.

A few days after receiving the 'Ambasciatore Terre di Puglia' Award in Milan and the 'Premio Donna D'Autore' award in Montecitorio in October, Di Laura returns to the limelight, establishing herself as one of Italy's most appreciated figures at both the national and international levels. She continues to contribute her artistic talent to bringing prestige to Italy in the world, embodying a leading figure of 'Made in Italy' recognized globally.

Roberta Di Laura, born in Taranto in 1992, is a professional dancer, dance teacher, and choreographer. From a young age, she has stood out on the international dance scene for her talent, passion, and determination. At just 20 years old, she joined the International Dance Council of Paris, a UNESCO partner, an achievement that helped cement her global reputation.

The Taranto native, also winner of the “La Rosa D’Oro” International Award presented by the Area Cultura Foundation at the European Parliament in Rome, has graced stages around the world, from Germany, Morocco, the United Arab Emirates, to England, Taiwan, Tunisia, Romania, Greece, Spain, Turkey, and France. She has performed numerous times in prestigious theaters in many Italian cities, performing iconic roles from the classical ballet repertoire. Her performances on various Rai programs, such as Linea Blu and E Viva il Videobox, are also noteworthy.

She has presented research work on dance at numerous World Dance Research Congresses, from Athens to St. Petersburg, from Canada to Florida, from Ukraine to the Bahamas, in Warsaw, Mexico, and Tokyo, where she was the only Italian representative to present a contribution.

Her brilliant career has made her a prominent figure in the world of dance, culminating in 2020 with her recognition as one of the most influential personalities of the year globally by the international magazine Stars Illustrated Magazine in New York.

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Winner of numerous international classical and contemporary dance competitions with illustrious juries from the international dance scene and several merit-based scholarships, she received the “Culture of Dance Award” at the “Milano Dance Competition” and placed first in the classical dance section at the international competition “Le Stelle della Danza,” whose jury included Isabelle Ciaravola, étoile of the Paris Opera.

Her artistic career, rich in successes and satisfactions, also boasts the organization of prestigious events, including the “International Dance Gala – Roberta Di Laura” held in Milan for the tenth anniversary of her artistic career.

A multifaceted artist, a citizen of the world, yet deeply tied to her homeland, Di Laura has received many awards and recognitions in Puglia but also at a national and international level, including: International City of Crisalide City of Valentino Award, “Nilde Iotti Award,” “City of Monopoli Award – Excellent Young People,” “Taranto Adoc Trust Award,” “Re Manfredi International Culture Award,” “Universum Donna International Award,” “Ambassador of Grace and Beauty Plaque” from the Municipality of State (town of residence), “Women of Puglia Award,” “Lifetime Achievements Award,” “Salento Woman Award,” “Corriere di Taranto Award – Women of Taranto,” “Dies Virtutis Award,” "Inspiring Women's Aichyci Award,” “A Lifetime Achievement Award for Dance,” “Vigna D’Argento Award,” “Targa Talento Jonico,” “Dea Ebe Award,” “La Maschera Banfi Award,” “Tugliesi Excellence Award,” “Athlete from Taranto.”

And it is precisely “for having honored the most beautiful image of Puglia” that Di Laura received, among other awards, the “International Adriatic Award” in the Marche in 2023.

Her high-level training includes advanced training and refresher courses at prestigious institutions such as the Ballet School of the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, the Dance School of the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, and the Rome Ballet School, where she had the opportunity to attend a workshop with the legendary Carla Fracci. She has also refined her technique with teachers from the greatest international academies, including the Paris Opera Ballet, the Cuban Ballet, the Bolshoi Ballet in Moscow, the Vienna State Opera, and the Vaganova Academy in St. Petersburg.

In addition to her brilliant artistic career, the Taranto-born artist, after graduating with honors from the Liceo Archita in Taranto, earned a degree in Performing Arts and Sciences from Sapienza University in Rome, a Master’s degree, and several postgraduate refresher courses, including one at the prestigious University of Oxford, demonstrating a versatility that goes beyond the confines of dance.

Roberta Di Laura is an ambassador for the city of Taranto around the world, taking its art and excellence to ever higher levels.

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