Thanks to all the people who  took the time to write here. I appreciate your support. I have been lucky to know so many people, and I've enjoyed working with all of you. Thanks so much.
 - Iona Newell

We wish to celebrate Iona Newell and the amazing contributions she has made to our ballet company over the past nine years.  Iona you are a true artist and we will miss you so!
 - Joedy, Courtney, the dancers, staff and entire Board of Directors

Thank Iona and Wish Her Well:
Your Name:

Thank you for inspiring young dancers!
 - Frank and Deb Beshears

Iona, you are a wonderful person and a beautiful dancer. I truly enjoyed getting to know you and having you as a teacher. Dancing with you was also such a pleasure and seeing you perform is always inspirational. I will miss seeing you at the studio. I wish you the best of luck as you move on to new dreams. Please stay in touch! 
 - butterbrickle@mchsi.com

Congratulations on your retirement; thank you for blessing all of us with your grace, talent, and exceptionally poised, mesmerizing dancing over the years. You will be missed.
 - Jennifer Weyeneth

Congratulations Iona!! Best of luck to you!!
 - Julie Anne Brown

You were the best teacher Iona! You will be missed!

 - Caitlyn Hagerty

All my best to you Iona!!

 - Peggy Mead-Finizio

My students had the fortunate pleasure of working with Iona and the crew at Ballet Quad Cities. I wish you all the best!

 - Mary Rosenberg Goodvin

Iona - Beautiful artist and person!I will never forget the good times we had dancing and not dancing! I know that you will prosper in whatever you choose to do! I love you and you will be missed!
 - Erica Attwood

Best luck to you, dear, wonderful dancer.  I'm grateful you decided to finish your dance career with our humble but exciting ballet. 
 - Linda Bowers

Iona, I cannot imagine Ballet Quad Cities thriving quite like it has without your talent. To every show you added grace and beauty. You immersed yourself completely in any role, no matter the size. You are a true artist in every aspect. Your talent inspires not only me but other dancers and patrons alike. Your superior talent made you a fantastic teacher, but your caring personality made you the best mentor. I will miss you around the studio. Love, Anna

 - Anna Fiore

Dearest Iona,
Thank you so much for your hard work and dedication during the years we worked together.  You are such a lovely dancer and it is hard to imagine BQC without you. I wish you the very best for your future ventures. With much love and a great big hug,
 - Johanne Jakhelln

Iona, it was an honor to dance alongside you. You are a beautiful person and true artist. Best of luck in your next chapter.
 - Meghan Andrews

Iona,  My thanks to you for the dedication, power and energy you gave to the Company.  Thanks also for being such a graceful and patient photo target.  You have helped make this Company great and I will miss you.  Best wishes to you on your new directions.
 - Joe Maciejko  joeprimus@aol.com

Iona, I wish you all the best. I'm glad I had a chance to work and dance with you!!! Congratulations for all your success, and best of luck for your next journey.
 - Domenico Luciano

Best of luck whatever you do! You are a beautiful dancer.
 - Miss A (Arleen Sugano)

Iona, best wishes for continued success!
 - Leslie Walrath

Thanks for the artistry, Iona! Best wishes in all you do.
 - Jane Bahls

Iona, congratulations on a season of life completed and a new one beginning. It was a privilege and a pleasure to dance with you...and to look up to you! God bless you in all your new adventures.
 - Amy Kozol

Beautiful pictures! Congratulations on your retirement; thank you for blessing all of us with your grace, talent, and exceptionally poised, mesmerizing dancing over the years. You will be missed.

 - Jennifer Weyeneth

Iona, I look back very fondly on my time at the studio. You will always be a part of those memories! Thanks for sharing your grace and talent! You were a great teacher and always gave us something to aspire to! (Your Arabian will always be my favorite!)
Best of luck!
 - Heather Freedman

Thank you so much for everything you've helped me with over the years. I'm sorry that I won't be having you as a teacher anymore, but I know you'll be great at whatever comes next. : )
 - Helena La Corte