THE ARTS4ALL CULTURAL ASSOCIATION
IN COLLABORATION WITH
DANCE AND MOVEMENT LABORATORY AND INTERNATIONAL BALLET COMPANY MESSAPICA

 

Interdanza 2026 – 14° Edition

1 - 3 MAY - IN ATTENDANCE
13 - 17 MAY - ONLINE

About the Project

INTERDANZA is an educational-cultural project aimed at all students aged 8 and up who study dance.
The 2026 edition will begin in January and conclude on May 17.
During the project, various activities will be organized in collaboration with prestigious dance teachers, professional dancers, and students from foreign countries.


Interdanza project is divided into 2 parts, IN ATTENDANCE and ONLINE:
INTERDANZA in ATTENDANCE 1-3 MAY
INTERDANZA ONLINE 13-17 MAY

PURPOSE: The students who join the project will have the opportunity to share new experiences, including dancing "pieces" of classical repertoire in a cultural context of great prestige. They will have the opportunity to observe and share the daily study of dance and the work in the rehearsal room of peers of different ethnicities and nationalities and professionals; a great opportunity for not only artistic, but human and personal growth.

During the various events, deserving subjects identified as such will be awarded scholarships to prestigious dance schools and events.

 

Scholarships

  • 💯 discount for the best male solo at the Festival International Dança Barra Bonita (São Paulo / Brazil)
  • 💯 discount for the best female solo at the Festival International Dança Barra Bonita (São Paulo / Brazil)
  • 1 free week of training at Danceworks University in Berlin (DE)
    Travel, accommodation, and meals are not included
  • 1 week as an apprentice with the professional dance company at the Theater of Schwerin (DE)
    Travel, accommodation, and meals are not included
  • 1 week as an apprentice with the professional dance company at the Theater of Detmold (DE)
    Travel, accommodation, and meals are not included
    …and many more! Job opportunities in Italy and abroad.

 Choreographic Workshops

 

 

Audition & Stages

International Dance Gala

 

"Con-Corriamo"

 

Choreographic Workshops

From January to May (in attendance)

Interdanza 2026 Choreographic Workshops
Interdanza offers two distinct choreographic paths, with monthly sessions until May.

Studying is essential! For participants who enroll in two choreographic workshops, the participation fee for the second workshop (the less expensive one) will be reduced by 50%.

🔹 Classical Repertoire Workshop
Ballet: Don Quixote by L. Minkus
Selected Scene: The Dream
Choreographies: Maestro Valentin Bartes
Age groups:

  • 9–11 years

  • from 12 years and up (with pointe work)

  • Costumes: These are provided by Interdanza and will be returned at the end of the performance.
    Dates: January 17/18, February 21/22, March 22, April 11/12, May 1/2, May 3 Gala

🔹 Contemporary Dance Workshop
Teacher: Maestro Lorand Zachar
Age: 16+
Dates: April 29/30, May 1/2, May 3 Gala

Teacher: Maestro Ivan Cignetti
Age groups:

  • 9–11 years

  • 12–15 years
    Dates: January 17/18, February 21/22, March 22, April 19, May 1/2, May 3 Gala

Admission to the Workshops
No audition required.
Applicants must show:

  • strong motivation

  • adequate technical preparation
    The Artistic Direction reserves the right to consult the students’ teachers before enrollment to ensure proper placement in the working groups.

The choreographies created during the workshops will come to life in the prestigious final evening of the project:
✨ The International Dance Gala “On the Wings of Dance” ✨

Request the application form at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

 

Audition (May 2)

 

Official audition for the International Ballet Company Messapica.
An opportunity reserved for young dancers interested in starting or advancing their professional career.

  • Details and registration forms can be found on the Rules and Registration page

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    Stages

    1 - 2 May (IN ATTENDANCE)

    17 May (ONLINE)

    In attendance dance stages (May 1–2)

    Students will have the opportunity to take part in dance workshops in various disciplines with international faculty:

    • Classical Dance

    • Contemporary Dance

    • Pas de Deux

    • PBT – Progressing Ballet Technique

    • Dance History

    • Variations

    • Pointe

    Online dance stages (May 17)

    • Classical Dance

    • Contemporary Dance

  • Details and registration forms can be found on the Rules and Registration page

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    International Dance Gala “On the Wings of Dance”

    May 3

    The International Dance Gala will take place on May 3 at the prestigious Teatro Goldoni in Livorno, featuring the choreographies created in the workshops, along with performances by both national and international dance schools.

    The evening will also showcase guest performances by outstanding freelance dancers and soloists from prestigious dance companies worldwide.

  • Details and registration forms can be found on theRules and Registration page

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    International Dance Competition “Con-Corriamo”

    May 13–17

    The 6th Edition of the Interdanza Competition “Con-Corriamo” (ONLINE) will be held from May 13 to 17, with a distinguished jury and numerous prizes and awards.

  • Details and registration forms can be found on the Rules and Registration page