On December 20, 2009, the largest performing arts center in the Oltrepò Pavese region—known as ASD Hde-Mìa Accademia Arte Cultura e Spettacolo—was inaugurated. Initially, the role of Artistic Director was held by the internationally renowned choreographer Brian Bullard; today, Bullard serves as Artistic Director Emeritus, while Christian Carubelli holds the position of Artistic Director for Training.
ASD Hde-Mìa offers instruction in classical, contemporary, modern, modern-jazz, hip hop, tap, and musical theater. Its teaching staff—comprising Brian Bullard, Christian Carubelli, Monica Melli, Elisabetta Vercesi, Beatriz Caprioli Acosta, Martina Chiesa, Samuele Amato, and Andrea Verzicco—leads both amateur and professional courses. The academy places a special emphasis on young people, dedicated to training them in the performing arts, dance, and musical theater. The association, which is affiliated with OPES, is divided into two branches (amateur and professional) and three levels (beginner, intermediate, and advanced).
The amateur branch is designed for young people who wish to explore dance and the performing arts, all within a professional and inspiring environment.
The professional branch, known as PIT (Professional Intensive Training), is a three-year study program. It includes examinations at the end of each academic year, and upon completion of the three-year cycle, students receive a Level 1 certificate in their chosen discipline. The training consists of 12 hours of dance concentrated into one weekend per month at the ASD Hde-Mìa facility, with the option of overnight accommodation in the association’s own apartments. This program is open to young dancers from the year they turn 15. The PIT teaching staff is of the highest caliber and includes: Brian Bullard, Christian Carubelli, Pasquale Tafuri, Mattia Cuda, Giorgio Azzone, Angelo Zizzi, David Bellay, Andrea Verzicco, and Dimitri Porreca.
Starting this year, a three-year dance training program for children aged 8 to 12—known as KIDS (Korso Intensive Dance Study)—has also been launched; it takes place one Sunday per month and is led by instructors Christian Carubelli, Angelo Zizzi, Pasquale Tafuri, and Beatriz Caprioli Acosta.
The association organizes various workshops with renowned masters, national dance competitions, training weeks in the mountains or by the sea, a "dance cruise," and a summer workshop in a charming, picturesque village. Personalized lessons are also available to help students prepare for auditions, castings, and competitions. In addition to dance, the association offers courses in singing and theater.