The national heads of the aerial dance sector Giovanni Di Palma, Carmen Ciampa and Margherita Coletta will offer their expertise within the Aerial & Pole Dance Area, an area entirely dedicated to aerial and acrobatic disciplines.

During the 3 days inside this area set up by The Pole company, the public and the dancers at Danzainfiera will be able to try out hoop and fabric disciplines, methods and techniques free of charge; these activities will be daily throughout the event, both in the afternoon and in the morning.

How to take part: at 9.00 a.m. to 10.00 a.m. each day, at the area desk, it will be possible to book free trial lessons, also for the following days. From 9.30 a.m. onwards, at half past the hour, there will be 50-minute lessons until the evening.

Dance with Claudia Pompili to express your personal artistic identity through your movement.

Enter the professional stage dimension and win an Apliéplus prize of distinction.

The class is aimed at the acquisition of skills, articulated in skills and knowledge, which help the student to achieve qualities typical of a contemporary dancer; it intends to explore the legacy of the techniques that characterised the 20th century, codified by the pioneers of modern-dance and the experimentation of the techniques of the new century, with a focus on the perception of movement and 
gestural research, to foster the creative and artistic development of the student.

Participants will receive a % discount card on the purchase of APLIEPLUS products at the stand.

Musical class with Lara Maggiani, inspired by the legendary musical CHICAGO! Study of the typical movements of jazz and Broadway style. A unique dance and singing experience -All that jazz - led by industry professionals. Scholarships will be awarded for the "Let's Broadway" event in April and for the Arts & Musical School Academy.

A lesson that addresses technique and approach to the fluidity and continuity of contemporary movement

This historic showcase was created at Danzainfiera in its first year to give space to anyone who attends a dance course and wants to express themselves on stage, together with fellow students, in a non-competitive context. It is open to all dance genres and styles: each school can participate with group performances of student over 14 y.o., lasting a maximum of 3'30'' minutes - and can perform up to 2 choreographies, created by students from different courses.

Dif exhibitors will select groups to be invited to their events, with scholarships - invitations will be made public via news on the site the week after Dif.

ENTRANCE TO THE PUBLIC TO THE THEATRE IS FREE, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

International competition in ballet, choreography composition, modern contemporary, hip hop, free style, open to dance students of all nationalities aged 6 and up for soloists couples and groups. Numerous scholarships awarded for the world's leading dance institutions, prize money and stage. For over 19 years on the splendid stage in Florence at Danzainfiera, the competition has been creating educational and professional opportunities for young dancers, acting as a springboard for a career in the dance world: over 5,000 dancers from all over the world. 

SECTIONS AND CATEGORIES Friday 21.02 

• Hip Hop and Urban Dances Soloists / Couples / Groups (Children • Junior • Over)
Hip Hop and Urban Dance Awards

• Choreographic Composition Soloists / Couples / Groups (Children • Junior • Over)
Choreographic Composition Awards

More info and booking here danza@idadance.com +39 0544 34124

ENTRANCE TO THE PUBLIC TO THE THEATRE IS FREE, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

Modern jazz class with elements of Horton and Mattox technique. The teacher Silvia Ferraris, who has worked for more than 20 years with the trainer and choreographer Angelo Monaco, member of the French State Examination Board, will give a lesson that includes a first part of bar with technical elements and a choreographic part.

Pier Giuseppe Carlucci is a Modern Contemporary choreographer and artistic director of the national event Choreographic Experimentations. His passion for dance is reflected in his unique approach, where each movement tells a story and addresses highly relevant social issues.

The class is divided into two phases: warm-up and choreography. The best participating talents will be awarded national and international scholarships offered by Acsi national dance sector.

The auditions, signed by the choreographers of Oniin Dance Company, Daniela Rapisarda and Alessandro Vacca, aim to transmit the body language of the company: a contemporary repertoire, dynamic, fluid, creative and technical at the same time. They are also an opportunity to introduce the most talented dancers to the artistic realities that Oniin Dance Company embraces in Italy and abroad. During the auditions, the choreographers will select some students and award them with prestigious scholarships for

- PCDC Summer Intensive at the prestiziosa Peridance Center in New York, with which choreographers Daniela and Alessandro collaborate.
- Touch Lab, the choreographic workshop of the Oniin Dance Company in Rome.

Fernando Roldan Ferrer, director of MoDem, will select a number of students by awarding them a 50% scholarship for:
- MoDem Atelier, the two-year course run by Zappalà Danza at the Scenario Pubblico theatre in Catania, with which Daniela and Alessandro collaborate. 

All the above-mentioned artistic realities are limited in number and only accessible after an audition.

The Siena Ballet is looking for a male and female dancer to be included in the Company's staff as an additional corps de ballet for the Don Quixote production. The contract will run from March to April 2025.

Applicants must have strong, versatile technical fundamentals and excellent physical abilities, as well as be at least 18 years old on the date of the audition. The audition will consist of a ballet lesson and will not include any barrier phases.

During the audition, the Direction will also evaluate candidates who may enter the Trainee Program of Balletto di Siena, a three-year training internship programme, in collaboration with the official school of the Company. The Trainee Programme acts as a link between the end of training and the beginning of a working career, thus providing the opportunity to continue academic training, guaranteeing a high level of teaching quality, while approaching one's first work experience alongside established professionals. Candidates who have reached the age of 16 on the date of the audition and within the age of 25 may be considered for the Trainee Programme and the contract will start in September 2025.

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Virtual Dance for Real People is an experiment combining dance and technology through the use of virtual reality and 360° video.
How does it work? Book your place for free, choosing from the slots available each day, come to the ATERBALLETTO CENTRO COREOGRAFICO NAZIONALE B3 Pavilion Cavaniglia stand, put on your oculus and enter the virtual stage together with the CCN/Aterballetto dancers.

Participation is by reservation only. Find out the times and book your place (slots will soon be bookable).

Timeline slots - each slot has 6 seats available

Friday

Morning

10:00 - 10:30

10:40 - 11:10

11:20 - 11:50

12:00 - 12:30

12:40 - 13:10

Afternoon

14:30 - 15:00

15:10 - 15:40

15:50 - 16:20

16:30 - 17:00

17:10 - 17:40

17:50 - 18:20

In this dance yoga class we will work on the fascia to create length and space at a muscle and joint level.

The special non-competitive showcase open to dancers over 10, who will have the opportunity to showcase their talent on the Danzainfiera stage, returns to Dif. Antonio Fini and the entire team will attend the event and will award, as special recognition, scholarships for masterclasses/workshops for Fini Dance Italy and New York, including scholarships for:

Italian International Dance Award New York
Fini Dance Dream for Hip hop, Tap, Musical, Lyrical dance
Martha Graham Dance Center New York
Michal Mao Dance New York
Staten Island Ballet New York
Paul Taylor American Modern Dance summer school (Only scholarship in Europe)
Performance by Jacqulyn Buglisi Table of Silence at Lincoln centre

In addition, the schools of the participants could be selected to appear on the new TV show ‘Destination Broadway’ hosted by Antonio Fini.

For info and registration [email protected]

ENTRANCE TO THE PUBLIC TO THE THEATRE IS FREE, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

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In this session we will study the original choreography of the song Steam Heat taken from the musical The Pajama Game and reprized in the more famous Fosse.

Knowledge of the text of the piece by heart is appreciated. This lesson is valid, for those interested, as a dance audition for admission to the new academic year 25/26 of the Gypsy Academy.

Class audition with the Cast Kids in the costume of the musical "Matilda" and with Billy Mitchell which signed the choreography of the great production signed Massimo Romeo Piparo, to access intensive summer courses and Lab of Accademia Il Sistina.

ph. Gianluca Saragò

The classes, divided into a warm-up, crossings and choreographic section, will be valid as first selection step for the professional training Program access, as well for the summer and spring events Ateneo organizes every year.

Classical dance lesson with the awarding of scholarships for the Castellabate Dance Festival event.

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The auditions, signed by the choreographers of Oniin Dance Company, Daniela Rapisarda and Alessandro Vacca, aim to transmit the body language of the company: a contemporary repertoire, dynamic, fluid, creative and technical at the same time. They are also an opportunity to introduce the most talented dancers to the artistic realities that Oniin Dance Company embraces in Italy and abroad. During the auditions, the choreographers will select some students and award them with prestigious scholarships for

- Teen Summer Dance Intensive and PCDC Summer Intensive at the prestiziosa Peridance Center in New York, with which choreographers Daniela and Alessandro collaborate.
- Touch Lab, the choreographic workshop of the Oniin Dance Company in Rome.

All the above-mentioned artistic realities are limited in number and only accessible after an audition.

The Ajkun Ballet Theatre, a New York City-based nonprofit organization, embodies the vision of choreographer and cultural leader Chiara Ajkun through performances, training, education, and community programs. Renowned internationally for its world-class performances, the company features a repertory ranging from 19th-century classics to innovative choreography by Ajkun herself, performed by award-winning artists.

The company’s performance season includes venues such as the Alvin Ailey Theater, New York City Center, Lincoln Center’s MMAC Theater, and international tours across continents, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, and Europe. Ajkun Ballet Theatre also reaches millions through broadcasts on platforms like ABC, BBC, FOX, and RAI.

Under the artistic leadership of Chiara Ajkun, the company remains dedicated to connecting with diverse audiences through exceptional performances of both traditional ballets and groundbreaking new works.

Audition Opportunities Available:

• Admission to the Trainee Program in New York City
• Admission to the Summer Program in New York City
• Admission to the Winter Program in New York City
• Partial and Full Scholarships
• Company Contract as an Apprentice
• Company Contract as a Corps de Ballet Member
• Three-Month Production Contract

To take part in the casting you must prepare a danced piece: for soloists max 1 minute, for couples and companies max 2 minutes.

After registering here, please send an email to [email protected] with the following information:

• chosen day and time, title of the piece and the names of performer/s.

We recommend that you also send the audio track: just in case, bring your own flash drive with the music track to the fair anyway.

The Performer Cup Italy Championship, now in its eighth edition, is promoted by F.I.P.A.SS and CSA.in and involves the entire world of Art under the protective wing of sport, across 9 disciplines: circus and acrobatic arts, singing, dancing, acting, full performers, duos, small companies, large companies. The National and Continental Performing Arts Championships ‘Performer Cup’ have created a network involving 36 countries that take care of artists/athletes through protection and training and have offered concrete job placement opportunities to some of them and prestigious International scholarships.
This is also the third season of the television programme, produced by Vs Production, devised by Valentina Spampinato, who hosts it together with Garrison Rochelle, with author Federico Moccia and directed by Pietro Pellizzieri.

Three-year professional training course with a classical/contemporary focus, includes the study of a wide range of subjects with highly qualified teachers from the world of dance, theater and performing arts. The Academy is located in DanceHaus, an institution accredited by Regione Lombardia to issue diplomas with European value.

Giovanni Ragone trained in Salerno, in 2014 he started working as a professional dancer in various Mediaset programs, Sky and RAI such as TU SI QUE VALES, PICCOLI GIGANTI, BIG BROTHER VIP AND IN THE TV SERIES UN PASSO DALO CIELO 8. He takes part in the promo of the DANCE DANCE DANCE and LA PISTA program. Scholarships of 30% and 50% for DANCE EXPLOSION COMPETITION 2025 and TALENTS ON STAGE 2026 will be awarded at the end of the lesson.

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The pilates reformer class with the support of the Jump Board is an extraordinary opportunity to practice jumps and beats.

Ballet Class held by Hektor Budlla Director of Accademia Bozzolini, possibility of admission for the next academic year and scholarships

The OFFICIAL Date is here! The opportunity you've been waiting for! Only 15 students will become part of the Biennial TauriaDance Path. During the audition, the Artistic Director ROCCO GRECO will be present and will not only view it, but will be able to award very important 50% and 100% scholarships for the two-year period and beyond!

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In the performance, whose essence lies in the choreography and the silent flow of bodies, light takes center stage. It gracefully supports classical ballet's movements and weaves a narrative thread in modern dance. In both settings, light transforms into a storytelling tool, sculpting and enhancing the beauty inherent in the language of the body.

Ballet class conducted by Loredana Calabrese, Artistic Director of Balletto Lucano and the Pollino Danza Festival, along with the dancers of the BaLu Company. During the class, prestigious scholarships will be awarded for: Pollino Danza Festival 2025, BaLuPro Professional Training Course, Workshop with Paloma Herrera.

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The most important musical competition in Italy is in its 13th edition. The international event dedicated to the dance and entertainment world is a contest focused on Musical repertoire and open to non-professional performers. The aim of this competition is to find new talented dancers and support their artistic growth. 

If you register by 31 December for the (free) video selections, you can be rewarded with Sistina tickets to see West Side Story and Cats at the Verdi Theatre.

Among partners:

Accademia Il Sistina
Accademia Internazionale del Musical
Dreaming Academy
La Scuola del Musical
Laboratorio Italiano del Musical
Musical! The School
Musical Week End
Professione Danza Parma sezione Musical
Scuola del Teatro Musicale
The Bernstein School of Musical Theater

More info [email protected] l + 39 0521 778812

ENTRANCE TO THE PUBLIC TO THE THEATRE IS FREE, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

The class, consisting in barre work, center and allegro and it can value as first selection step for the professional training Program access, as well for the summer and spring events Ateneo organizes every year.

Mirko Giordano. Originally from Montevideo, South America, Mirko has danced for Fini Dance New York and worked as a choreographer in the United States for the Emerging Choreographer Series in New York. During the class, scholarships for New York will be awarded.

Lesson/Audition with Davide Romeo and the dancers of the U.d.E. company of Contemporary-Physical Theatre-Acrofloorwork for Formazione Continua Professional Training Course in Rome: 1 intensive weekend per month, international guests, personalised tutoring, a Dance Movie, festivals and reviews, and 2 internship places with the company.

RBS Italia will propose a Character Dance lesson according to the 'Legat Method'. The lesson, held by Prof. Eva Sabatini, Senior Teacher, will consist of a barre and an intermediate level center.

Dance and neuroplasticity, a lesson that embraces perceptive abilities and the concept of change

Since 1977 Aterballetto, the first National Choreographic Center in Italy, has been spreading Italian contemporary dance throughout the world. What does it mean to work within a company like this? 

A dialogue with Company Director Sveva Berti to discover the history, creations and artistic heart of CCN / Aterballetto.

Martina Toderi, Luna Academy instructor, has performed worldwide with Royal Family. Open class and audition for the two-year professional course of Luna Academy, authorized by Marche Region with EQF 5 European qualification, held two weekends a month in Ancona, attended by students from all over Italy, with unique faculty and curriculum.

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A Modern Dance Class taught by Diego Salterini, Artistic Director of Joffrey Ballet School Italy Summer Intensive and Dance NOW! Miami. By participating in this class, you will be considered for acceptance and/or scholarship for our summer programs.

A class where instinct is presented as the key to understanding techniques and styles, interpreting the proposed languages, and feeling free to create your own. Music plays a crucial role in shaping the dance. Scholarships for professional courses and events at The Gate Florence Dance Urban School will be awarded.

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The class held by the director of the Accademia del Teatro Manzoni in Florence, is valid as an audition for access to the 2025/2026 academic courses.

The classical dance lesson, based on the Vaganova Method, offers exclusive opportunities for selected talents: 1) Scholarship for the 2025 "Canavese in Danza" Summer Campus, 2) Access to the Professional Training Programs at the Tersicorea Academy, 3) Invitation to the Audition for the "Mnemosine D.C." 2025/2026 project, a free training program.

Scholarships for the young talent contest FIL FESTIVAL INTERNAZIONALE LIVE, Loano 5/6 April 2025.

Guest Teacher to FIL festival, Daniele Ziglioli is soloist dancer for Spellbound Contemporary Ballet and assistant for Mauro Astolfi. In 2014 is a guest as a choreographer and dancer at the Fresh festival in Braunschweig Germany, in 2015 choreographer at the Venice Biennale for the Moving in the city project, he holds academic professional courses in Italy and abroad.

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Mara Casasola, make-up artist at the Teatro alla Scala and teacher at the Academy, will perform the make-up and hairstyle of a dancer on a model.

A classical dance class for students who want to achieve maximum results, in harmony with their psychic, physical, artistic and musical personality. Scholarships will be awarded to participate in the Masterclasses with internationally renowned teachers for the "10 years of the Sava Method" event on 25/26 April 2025.

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Starting from a warm-up inspired by somatic techniques, progressing through improvisation, partnering, and exploring relationships between bodies and space, the class incorporates floorwork and release elements taught by the instructor. Scholarships for professional courses and events at The Gate Florence Dance Urban School will be awarded.

Pilates lessons with the reformer. We recommend using a specific exercise useful also for the dance world, working in extra and intrarotazione.

Intermediate/advanced Ballet class and audition with Rachele Eusebione. She graduated with La Scala Ballet School and is a former soloist with Orlando Ballet Company USA. Rachele is now a freelance ballerina and ballet teacher for A.S.D The Black Swan located in Vercelli. Rachele is also a PBT (Progressing Ballet Technique) certified teacher.

A Modern Dance Class taught by Diego Salterini, Artistic Director of Joffrey Ballet School Italy Summer Intensive and Dance NOW! Miami. By participating in this class, you will be considered for acceptance and/or scholarship for our summer programs.

A native of New Orleans, she moved to New York City at the age of 18 to study dance at Marymount Manhattan College focusing on ballet and the modern techniques of Martha Graham, Jose Limon and Paul Taylor. After graduating with a degree in performance and dance Abby worked for 16 years with Parsons Dance company as a dancer and teacher. With the company she danced in the world's leading contemporary dance theatres. As assistant choreographer she has created much of the company's own repertoire. During the masterclass the dancers will be selected for the Fini Dance summer intensive in New York, where they will be able to receive scholarships for courses at the Martha Graham Dance school NYC, Limon Dance company NYC, Paul Taylor school and for the Table of silent Buglisi Dance theatre project.

Youth America Grand Prix presents a programme of exclusive master classes at Danzainfiera, with Natalia Bashkova and Jose Carayol!

Dancers admitted will be reviewed for potential scholarship opportunities - both to YAGP partner schools around the world, and to YAGP events around the world, including Semi-Finals and Finals!

To apply for the event, please follow the instructions below:

1. If you are not already registered, register as a dancer on our website at this link.

2. Send an email to [email protected] with the following information:
First and last name
Date of birth
Email (with which you registered)
Class chosen (date and time)
Video while dancing: send a link available on the internet or attach a video (max. 20MB).

You will receive a reply to your application from 7 January and, if admitted, you will be able to proceed with the application.

Event fee 40 euro.

Luciano Cannito, artistic director of the Alfieri and Gioiello Theaters in Turin as well as of the Art Village Academy, and Fabrizio di Fiore, CEO & Founder of Fdf Entertainment Srl, a theater production company, talk about the path offered by Art Village, an organization created for those who want to deepen and perfect their studies in musicals, dance, singing and acting and then make their theater debut.

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Academic Technique lesson held by Monica Cagnani aimed at girls/boys aged 10 to 14, valid as admission to professional courses for the academic year 2025/2026. During the lesson, scholarships for Master classes and internships will be awarded.

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The points where the class will take place will be: - study of the fluidity and density of movement -balance between softness and incisiveness - study of the magnitude of the movement These three concepts will be explored in depth with a small final choreography

The audition for Formazione TAM is aimed at the evaluation from a technical point of view, the quality of movement, the relationship between the dancer and the space passing through improvisation in order to understand the individuality and the artistic potential.

Ballet Class. The lesson will be held by Maestro Manuel Paruccini, former Principal Dancer of the Teatro dell'Opera di Roma. The best talents will be awarded scholarships for the ArtVillage Academy.

Learn to manage every aspect of your school like a company. From market analysis, identity, budget, collaborators, to work protocols, obtain the success and growth that you always dreamed of for your Dance School, without compromising the authenticity of an unparalleled discipline: the Dance.

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In this lesson we will tackle practical exercises to help and prevent hallux valgus with the support of the elastiband.

The director Rosanna Cieri recounts the work of the Siena-based company between denunciation shows and a lot of artistic experimentation.

Sara Paterniani is a dancer, actress, and lead singer for the Neverland Company, performing in the lead roles of Belle, Ariel, and Aurora. She dances and teaches for Fini Dance New York. She completed her training at the Martha Graham School and the Paul Taylor School. During the class, scholarships for New York will be awarded.

Loredana Mapelli was a solo dancer and prima ballerina at the Teatro Scala in Milan. Participates in the most famous ballets with the main international choreographers, among others Rudolph Nureev and Maurice Béjart. She danced with great performers. Since 2019 he has been a teacher at ASD Hde-Mìa.

The masterclass conducted by Patrick Armand, who will be the new Artistic Director of the Ballettakademie Wiener Staatsoper, will count as a pre-selection to be physically invited to Vienna to audition at the end of March.

The Vienna State Opera Ballet Academy stands for excellent training in classical and contemporary dance. Classical ballet training lasts eight years and is completed with a diploma. The academy also has its own youth company, which each season offers 12 dancers between the ages of 17 and 21 the opportunity to prepare for everyday working life.

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The lesson will be on the very famous newspaper choreography of the newsboys' strike.

“AICS Danza 2025 National Choreographic Review” only for GROUPS of dance schools and non-professional companies.

More info:  [email protected]

ENTRANCE TO THE PUBLIC TO THE ARENA IS FREE, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

Do you want to enter Moma academies?This could be your chance Roberta Broglia, Artistic Director of Mizar - Accademia moma modern department will select students for the next academic year during her lesson. Don't miss this opportunity.

Contemporary technique lesson held by the Director of the Bozzolini Academy Hektor Budlla, with the possibility of admission for the next academic year and assignment of scholarships

Meeting with the Catania choreographer founder of public scenario and Zappalà dance company.

ph. Joakim Hovrevik 

The contemporary Modern class follows the style of the choreographer Redha Benteifour, creator of the original musical Romeo et Juliette.

The Courses, directed by the Choreographer Simona Cieri, founder and Artistic Director of the MOTUS company, are aimed at dancers training for their future placement in the Company’s staff, which will take place once they have reached the necessary level of preparation. The course includes daily lessons at the Centro Internazionale d’Arte in Siena.

Contemporary dance class conducted by Loredana Calabrese, Artistic Director of Balletto Lucano and the Pollino Danza Festival, along with the dancers of the BaLu Company. During the class, prestigious scholarships will be awarded for: Pollino Danza Festival 2025, BaLuPro Professional Training Course, Workshop with Paloma Herrera.

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The Ajkun Ballet Theatre, a New York City-based nonprofit organization, embodies the vision of choreographer and cultural leader Chiara Ajkun through performances, training, education, and community programs. Renowned internationally for its world-class performances, the company features a repertory ranging from 19th-century classics to innovative choreography by Ajkun herself, performed by award-winning artists.

The company’s performance season includes venues such as the Alvin Ailey Theater, New York City Center, Lincoln Center’s MMAC Theater, and international tours across continents, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, and Europe. Ajkun Ballet Theatre also reaches millions through broadcasts on platforms like ABC, BBC, FOX, and RAI.

Under the artistic leadership of Chiara Ajkun, the company remains dedicated to connecting with diverse audiences through exceptional performances of both traditional ballets and groundbreaking new works.

Audition Opportunities Available:

• Admission to the Trainee Program in New York City
• Admission to the Summer Program in New York City
• Admission to the Winter Program in New York City
• Partial and Full Scholarships

In this dynamic yoga lesson it is the breath that guides the succession of positions (asanas) in order to awaken the body's energy and calm the mind.

Classical technique class held by Professor Irina Kashkova Artistic Director and President Fondazione Formazione Danza e Spettacolo. Scholarships and admissions to the Foundation's professional school will be awarded. 

Modern Contemporary lesson held by Sonia Usurini aimed at girls/boys aged 14 and over, valid as admission to professional courses for the academic year 2025/2026. During the lesson, scholarships for Master classes and internships will be awarded.

The class, consisting in barre work, center and allegro and it can value as first selection step for the professional training Program access, as well for the summer and spring events Ateneo organizes every year.

The lesson with instructors Tommaso Monza and Claudia Rossi Valli, choreographers and dancers of the Natiscalzi_Dt company, conveys their poetic vision through a workshop aimed at both professionals and non-professionals, sharing their artistic journey, technique, and language through movement practices, improvisation, and repertoire.

Contemporary dance choreography workshop. As part of the lesson, scholarships will be awarded for the year 2025/26 for professional training at the Arte Danza Novara centre directed by Barbara Gatto and for participation in the 4d dancecompetition2025 competition for Acsi Danza.

In the Professione Danza Parma booth, the Coachandmove® counter, held by 
Karen Nicole Stange, professional coach, returns to Danzainfiera 2025, with a multi -year experience in the field of Training of artists and athletes.

Former dancer, graduate of the Rotterdamse Dansacademie (Codarts), long and multidisciplinary
experience at prestigious academies in Italy, Karen is currently a teacher at Professione Danza
Parma, Mental Coach of dancers and performers, on behalf of Formations and Companies in Italy and abroad.
Take your Chance now! Karen awaits you on 22 and 23 February at the Professione Danza Parma stand.

Mirko Giordano. Originally from Montevideo, South America, Mirko has danced for Fini Dance New York and worked as a choreographer in the United States for the Emerging Choreographer Series in New York. During the class, scholarships for New York will be awarded.

Three years of classical/contemporary professional training, which involves the study of a wide choice of subjects with highly qualified teachers from the world of dance, theater and performing arts.

This historic showcase was created at Danzainfiera in its first year to give space to anyone who attends a dance course and wants to express themselves on stage, together with fellow students, in a non-competitive context. It is open to all dance genres and styles: each school can participate with group performances of student over 14 y.o., lasting a maximum of 3'30'' minutes - and can perform up to 2 choreographies, created by students from different courses.

Dif exhibitors will select groups to be invited to their events, with scholarships - invitations will be made public via news on the site the week after Dif.
 

ENTRANCE TO THE PUBLIC TO THE THEATRE IS FREE, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

Educational motor and preparatory method for Dance. Workshop dedicated to teachers and aspiring teachers. Often one finds in the classroom pupils, although gifted, easily distracted and not very persevering. To overcome these obstacles, teacher Claudia Salerno will help teachers to use the method based on storytelling and imagination.

International competition in ballet, choreography composition, modern contemporary, hip hop, free style, open to dance students of all nationalities aged 6 and up for soloists couples and groups. Numerous scholarships awarded for the world's leading dance institutions, prize money and stage. For over 19 years on the splendid stage in Florence at Danzainfiera, the competition has been creating educational and professional opportunities for young dancers, acting as a springboard for a career in the dance world: over 5,000 dancers from all over the world. 

SECTIONS AND CATEGORIES Saturday 22.02 

• Classical and Neoclassical Ballet Soloists / Couples / Groups (Children • Junior • Over)
Classical and Neoclassical Awards

• Modern Dance / Jazz Contemporary Soloists (Children • Junior • Over)
Awards Modern Contemporary Jazz (Soloists)

More info and booking here danza@idadance.com +39 0544 34124

ENTRANCE TO THE PUBLIC TO THE THEATRE IS FREE, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

Experience pure NYC Hip Hop Style in this exciting and high-energy class. An electrifying experience that brings the rhythm and style of Hip Hop to life, making the class an exhilarating journey of movement and expression. By participating in this class, you will be considered for acceptance and/or scholarship for our NYC Hip Hop Summer Program

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Musical class in which all three fundamental disciplines will be involved: dance, singing and acting through the interpretation of the selected tracks, taken from the musical The Book of Mormon, revisited for our training in an Italian version.

Dance Masterclass with Frederic Olivieri, Director of the Ballet School Accademia Teatro alla Scala.

Academic technique lesson Cuban methodology held by Dunia Vera Hernandez aimed at girls/boys from 14 years old. Intermediate/advanced level. During the lesson, scholarships for Master classes and internships will be awarded.

The classes, divided into a warm-up, crossings and choreographic section will be valid as first selection step for the professional training Program access, as well for the summer and spring events Ateneo organizes every year.

Come and discover the world of Moma Studios and Moma Academies.

In this pilates reformer class we will cover hip dissociation and neutral pelvis, two concepts that must work together.

An appointment that is renewed in Dif, with Stefano Rossi, national high sports dance training councillor in Opes, who will discuss the passion for dance that makes it possible to overcome all barriers. Guests 2024 edition: Ivan Cottini, Daniele Terenzi, Laura Del Sere Wheelchair Dance world champion, Massimo Carletti, Alex Bordigoni of the Des Art dance school and other institutional guests and associations such as Miriam Baldassari President of AssoDanza Italia, Juri Morico President OPES APS, Simone Cardullo President CONI Toscana, Massimo Porciani President CIP Toscana; Letizia PERINI Councillor for Sport of the Municipality of Florence.

Virtual Dance for Real People is an experiment combining dance and technology through the use of virtual reality and 360° video.
How does it work? Book your place for free, choosing from the slots available each day, come to the ATERBALLETTO CENTRO COREOGRAFICO NAZIONALE B3 Pavilion Cavaniglia stand, put on your oculus and enter the virtual stage together with the CCN/Aterballetto dancers.

Participation is by reservation only. Find out the times and book your place (slots will soon be bookable).

Timeline slots - each slot has 6 seats available

Saturday

Morning

10:00 - 10:30

10:40 - 11:10

11:20 - 11:50

12:00 - 12:30

12:40 - 13:10

Afternoon

14:30 - 15:00

15:10 - 15:40

15:50 - 16:20

16:30 - 17:00

17:10 - 17:40

17:50 - 18:20

Mirko Giordano. Originally from Montevideo, South America, Mirko has danced for Fini Dance New York and worked as a choreographer in the United States for the Emerging Choreographer Series in New York. During the class, scholarships for New York will be awarded.

Contemporary dance class conducted by Loredana Calabrese, Artistic Director of Balletto Lucano and the Pollino Danza Festival, along with the dancers of the BaLu Company. During the class, prestigious scholarships will be awarded for: Pollino Danza Festival 2025, BaLuPro Professional Training Course, Workshop with Paloma Herrera.

lesson with awarding of national and international scholarships offered by Acsi national dance sector

Early childhood is crucial for children’s development, and psychomotor stimulation plays a key role. 🌟 1. **Motor development:** Improves coordination, balance and strength, essential for future skills. 2. **Cognitive Development:** Movement promotes learning by helping children to explore the world. 3. **Emotional expression:** Promotes new ways

Space for the very young! Junior Parade, is the showcase that Danzainfiera dedicates to children and young people under 14 y.o. who attend a dance course and want to express themselves on stage, together with their fellow students, in a non-competitive context. It is open to all dance genres and styles: each school can participate with group performances of students over 14, lasting a maximum of 3'30'' minutes - and can exhibit up to 2 choreographies, created by students from different courses.

Dif exhibitors will select groups to be invited to their events, with scholarships - invitations will be made public via news on the site the week after Dif.
 

ENTRANCE TO THE PUBLIC TO THE THEATRE IS FREE, SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY.

Scholarships for the young talent contest FIL FESTIVAL INTERNAZIONALE LIVE, Loano 5/6 April 2025.

Guest Teacher to FIL festival, Daniele Ziglioli is soloist dancer for Spellbound Contemporary Ballet and assistant for Mauro Astolfi. In 2014 is a guest as a choreographer and dancer at the Fresh festival in Braunschweig Germany, in 2015 choreographer at the Venice Biennale for the Moving in the city project, he holds academic professional courses in Italy and abroad.