IN-PERSON
Stages
May 2-3, 2025

Categories:

  • 8/11 years – Kids
  • 12/15 years – Juniors
  • 16 years and above – Seniors

Registration and Rules:

  1. All participants must register online through the registration form on the website www.interdanza.it, no later than April 26, 2025.
  2. The classes will take place in person in Livorno at the Dance and Movement Laboratory (via di Popogna 50).
  3. Disciplines: Classical Dance, Contemporary Dance, PBT, Pas de Deux, History of Dance.
  4. A participation certificate will be issued at the end of the stages.
  5. The stages will have a limited number of participants.
  6. Participants are responsible for providing their own medical and accident insurance for the duration of the stages.
  7. The organization may change the event's logistics, if necessary, to ensure the smooth running of activities.
  8. By signing the registration form, the participant or guardian (in the case of a minor) declares that Interdanza (Arts4all as the organizer) is relieved of any responsibility for thefts, damages to property, or injuries caused or suffered during the event.
  9. Interdanza reserves the right not to hold the stages due to force majeure; in such a case, a voucher equal to 70% of the paid amount will be issued, valid for the next edition.
  10. If a student decides not to participate, the paid fee will not be refunded.
  11. Travel, meals, and accommodation expenses are the responsibility of the participant

 

Calendar: May 2 and 3. The class schedule will be communicated shortly!

Fees

  1. Single lesson, 1.5 hours: 35 euros
  2. Single lesson, 1 hour: 30 euros
  3. History of Dance: 15 euros
  4. PBT: 15 euros
  5. Mandatory registration fee: 10 euros
  6. Payments can be made directly online via Credit Card

Stage Schedule – May 2nd & 3rd

Venue: Scuola di danza "Laboratorio di Danza e Movimento," Via di Popogna 50, Livorno

Friday, May 2nd:
Ballet:

  • Kids (8-11 years old): 17:00 - 18:00 (Francesco Testoni)

  • Juniors (12-15 years old): 18:30 - 20:00 (Francesco Testoni)

  • Seniors (16+ years old): 15:30 - 17:00 (Francesco Testoni)

Contemporary:

  • Kids (8-11 years old): 16:00 - 17:00 (Ivan Cignetti)

  • Juniors (12-15 years old): 17:00 - 18:30 (Toon Lobach)

  • Seniors (16+ years old): 18:30 - 20:00 (Toon Lobach)

Saturday, May 3rd:
Ballet:

  • Kids (8-11 years old): 18:00 - 19:00 (Giulia Olivieri)

  • Juniors (12-15 years old): 15:00 - 16:30 (Giulia Olivieri)

  • Seniors (16+ years old): 16:30 - 18:00 (Giulia Olivieri)

Contemporary:

  • Kids (8-11 years old): 11:00 - 12:00 (Rosa Montella)

  • Juniors (12-15 years old): 16:30 - 18:00 (Toon Lobach)

  • Seniors (16+ years old): 19:00 - 20:30 (Toon Lobach)

Dance History:

  • Open class: 13:00 - 14:00 (Mitzi Testi)

PBT (Progressing Ballet Technique):

  • Open class: 14:00 - 15:00 (Eva Kosa)
    (A personal mat is required for those who have one.)

Pas de Deux:

  • Juniors & Seniors: 18:00 - 19:00 (Soloist dancers: Laura Boltri & Andrea Frisano)
    (Pointe shoes are required.)

 
 
 

 

INTERNATIONAL DANCE GALA
"ON THE WINGS OF DANCE - FOUR STEPS THROUGH STYLES"
Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 6:00 PM 

Teatro Goldoni (Livorno)
International dance gala with special guests.

Registration and Rules:

  1. All participants must register online through the registration form on the website www.interdanza.it, no later than April 5, 2025. The organization reserves the right to close registrations before the set deadline, reaching the available number of spots.
  2. Participants can present choreographies as soloists, duo/pas de deux, or groups.
  3. The Gala will take place on May 4, 2025, at Teatro Goldoni in Livorno, at 6:00 PM.
  4. Rehearsals will take place on May 4, 2025, in the hours before the show. The rehearsal schedule will be communicated promptly.
  5. ATTENTION! The maximum duration for groups is 4 minutes, for pas de deux/duos it's 3 minutes, and for soloists, it's 2 minutes. The original duration is allowed for classical repertoire pas de deux. The maximum time allotted to each school is ten minutes in total.
  6. The teacher is responsible for their group throughout the event.
  7. Participants are responsible for providing their own medical and accident insurance for the duration of their stay at Teatro Goldoni.
  8. The organization may change the event's logistics if necessary to ensure its smooth running.
  9. By signing the registration form, the participant or guardian (in the case of a minor) declares that Interdanza (Arts4all as the organizer) is relieved of any responsibility for thefts, damages to property, or injuries caused or suffered during the event.
  10. Professional staff selected by the organization will handle video recording and photographs (audience members are not allowed to record videos or take photographs to respect privacy laws protecting minors), and authorization for the use of personal data under Article 13 of the new privacy code REGULATION EU 679/2016. Each school can purchase the video and photos at their discretion.
  11. Interdanza reserves the right not to hold the Gala due to force majeure; in such a case, a voucher equal to 70% of the paid amount will be issued, valid for the next edition.
  12. If a group, duo, or individual participant decides not to participate, the registration fee will not be refunded.
  13. Travel, meals, and accommodation expenses are the responsibility of the participant.

Fees:

  • Solo: 35 euros
  • Pas de deux - classical repertoire: 30 euros per dancer (referring to the complete version: adagio, variations, and coda)
  • Duo: 20 euros per dancer
  • Groups (+ 3 dancers): 15 euros per dancer

Payments can be made directly online via Credit Card.

INTERDANZA ONLINE
May 14-18
Interdanza Online Dance Contest "CON - CORRIAMO" – 5° edition

Rules 

ART. 1 - REGISTRATION

  1. To participate in the Interdanza Contest "CON - CORRIAMO" all participants must register online through the registration form on the website www.interdanza.it and submit their video no later than May 5, 2025.
  2. Each video will be posted on the official INTERDANZA Facebook page (undefined). Public voting will be open from 8:00 AM on May 14, until 8:00 PM on May 17, 2025.
  3. Sharing is allowed with the hashtag #Interdanza2025.
  4. The announcement of the winners will be made at 5:00 PM on May 18, 2025, on the official Facebook page and the INTERDANZA website. 

ART. 2 - PARTICIPATION FEES 

Participation fees for the Interdanza Online Dance Contest "CON - CORRIAMO":

  • Solo: 30 euros per video
  • Pas de deux / Duet: 20 euros per participant per video
  • Groups (+3 dancers): 15 euros per participant per video
  • Each participant can perform multiple times by submitting multiple videos (solo, pas de deux/duet, group).
  • Payments can be made directly online via Credit Card. 

ART. 3 - VIDEO PRODUCTION

  • Contestants must present a video of a choreography performed at a chosen location in 2024 or 2025. The video must be of good quality and recorded in horizontal format, not vertical. Logos of schools and companies are allowed in the videos.
  • Duration: The video must have a maximum duration of:
  • 2.00 minutes for soloists,
  • 2.30 minutes for duos, for classical repertoire pas de deux (only the adagio), the original duration is allowed,
  • 3.30 minutes for groups. 

ART. 4 JURY 

The jury is composed of teachers and masters from the international dance scene. The ranking will be determined by the sum of scores assigned by the jury members. The judging parameters implemented by the jury members will be:

  • Technical Judgment (level and technical quality)
  • Artistic Judgment (expressiveness, interpretative ability, musicality)
  • Ideation Judgment (original idea, creativity) The decisions of the Jury are final and indisputable. The committee reserves the right, if necessary, to change the category of the participating group/duo or soloist or to create new categories to place them in the most suitable section.

ART. 5 Disciplines/Sections/Categories: 

Disciplines:

  • Classical/Neoclassical/Character
  • Modern/Contemporary

Sections:

  • Soloists
  • Pas de deux/duo
  • Groups 

Categories for the soloist section are:

  • KIDS: 8 - 11 years
  • JUNIORS: 12 - 15 years
  • SENIORS: 16 years and above 

Categories for pas de deux/duo and groups are:

  • JUNIORS: 8 - 12 years
  • SENIORS: 13 years and above 

For GROUPS and DUO: In each category, the average age of the participants will be calculated. 

In case of insufficient minimum participants in one of the Categories of the event, the organizers reserve the right to combine or eliminate one or more categories of this edition. 

INTERDANZA does not assume responsibility for any refund if there is only one choreography competing in its category. INTERDANZA reserves the right to add more days for video publication.

ART. 6 Prizes/Scholarships:

  1. Each dancer will receive a Certificate of Participation for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
  2. Winners will be awarded national and international scholarships, which they can use for activities in the 2025/2026 academic year.
  3. INTERDANZA will award an additional scholarship based on the social ranking. This will be derived from the total number of likes each video receives. Likes on posts shared on personal pages will not be counted, only those given to the original post.

ART. 7 

By signing this regulation, the Legal Representative of the Dance Association/School and/or the Parent fully and unconditionally accepts the following points:

  1. If, for organizational reasons, the event date should change or the event itself is canceled, the variation will be communicated with advance notice on the established date.
  2. If the competition cannot take place due to force majeure, a voucher equal to 70% of the paid amount will be issued, valid for the next edition.
  3. In the event of the school's non-participation by its own decision, the registration fee cannot be refunded.
  4. The participant also declares that:
  • The author is the exclusive owner of all copyright relating to the video.
  • The presented video is an original product and does not constitute plagiarism and/or counterfeiting pre-existing works.
  • The video's content does not violate current laws or the rights of third parties and is not defamatory, offensive, or insulting.
  • They are aware that the use of the video will be at the exclusive discretion of Interdanza.

ART. 8

  1. All decisions are at the discretion of the organizers for matters not covered by this regulation.
  2. The organizers reserve the right to make changes to it at any time, informing participants promptly.

Deadlines:

  1. May 5: Registration and payment closure.
  2. May 14-17: Popular voting for "CON - CORRIAMO" videos.
  3. May 18: Declaration of winners and scholarship awards.

ONLINE STAGES
May 18, 2025

The stages will be divided by age group:

  • From 8 to 11 years: Juniors
  • From 12 years and above: Seniors 

Disciplines:

  • Classical Dance
  • Contemporary Dance

Registration and Rules:

  1. All participants must register online through the registration form on the website www.interdanza.it, no later than May 5, 2025.
  2. Classes will take place on the Zoom platform.
  3. A link will be sent via email to each participant in the days before the first lesson.
  4. The organization reserves the right to combine groups if the minimum number of participants is not reached.
  5. In case of non-participation by the participant's decision, the registration fee cannot be refunded.
  6. INTERDANZA reserves the right not to hold the stages due to force majeure; in such a case, a voucher equal to 70% of the paid amount will be issued, valid for the next edition.
  7. The times refer to the Italian Time Zone.
  8. The stages will be held in the Italian language. In the case of foreign students, the lesson will be translated into English.
  9. At the end of the stage, a certificate of participation will be issued.

Calendar: May 18, schedule to be defined!

Fees:

  1. Single-stage lesson: 15 euros
  2. Payments can be made directly online via Credit Card.


General Note: During Interdanza events, national and international scholarships will be awarded for activities in the 2025/2026 academic year.

 

CONTEMPORARY CHOREOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP
with TOON LOBACH

The contemporary choreographic workshop, featuring a final performance, led by Toon Lobach offers a unique opportunity to deepen your movement language through an experience of research and experimentation. Toon Lobach, internationally renowned performer and young choreographer (NDT, Bolle & Friends), invites participants to explore new horizons in contemporary dance, challenging traditional conventions with a creative and innovative approach.
Access to the workshop is possible exclusively through an audition, ensuring a selected and stimulating environment with a maximum of 15 participants. This approach aims to create a cohesive group of motivated artists, ready to challenge themselves and deeply explore their expressive potential.
The goal is to stimulate physical awareness and the ability to express ideas through the body, promoting an open dialogue between technique and creativity.
This workshop is aimed at dancers who wish to expand their skills and approach contemporary dance with a spirit of innovation and discovery. Participating in this experience means engaging directly with the art of Toon Lobach, learning not only new choreographic techniques but also a profound connection between body, mind, and artistic expression.

Age:
16 years and older.

Dates:

Audition: January 31.

Workshop Schedule:

  1. First Session: February 1 and 2.
  2. Second Session: A weekend to be determined in March or April (will be announced soon).
  3. Third Session: May 2 and 3.
    • May 4 - Rehearsals and performance at Teatro Goldoni.

Dates may change, and any adjustments will be communicated promptly.

The choreography created during the workshop will come to life in the prestigious concluding evening of the project: the International Dance Gala "On the Wings of Dance", scheduled for May 4, 2025, at the enchanting Teatro Goldoni in Livorno. The goal is to present the choreography in other prestigious contexts, including a significant event in November 2025, to enhance its value further and strengthen the connection with the audience. This is an unmissable opportunity to witness on stage the result of an intense artistic exploration, celebrating the talent and creativity of the participants.

Audition: 

Requirements to participate:

    • Age: 16+
    • Strong foundation in contemporary dance and a keen interest in experimentation and research.

Audition format: 
The audition will consist of a contemporary dance class lasting 1.5 hours.

Location: Via Guglielmo Oberdan Street, n.14 A, at the “Tersicore” ballet school, Livorno

  • Schedule: 18.30/20.00

Evaluation criteria: 
Candidates will be evaluated solely by the choreographer, who will assess their technical preparation and artistic abilities necessary for the new production in development. This selective process will help ensure that participants have the appropriate level to contribute effectively to the choreographic creation.

Registration for the audition: To register for the audition, you must send a request via email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., providing your personal details and dance education background. You will receive the registration form (in PDF format), which must be filled out and sent back along with the bank transfer receipt to the email address This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by December 15, 2024.

    • Note: Candidates who do not provide all the required documentation will not be admitted.

Registration deadline: December 15th!
Audition fee: €40, payable by bank transfer (for bank details, see the Choreographic Workshop Rules & Regulations under Payments).

 

Choreographic Workshop Rules & Regulations:

  1. Eligibility: Successful completion of the audition.
  2. Number of Participants: The workshop is open to a maximum of 15 and a minimum of 10 participants.
  3. Registration: To register for the choreographic workshop, it is necessary to download the paper registration form Contemporary Choreographic Workshop – Toon Lobach from the website www.interdanza.it, fill it out, and send it to the email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. (soon available!)
  4. Required Documents:
    • Completed and signed registration form.
    • Proof of payment (bank transfer).
    • Note: Candidates who do not provide all the required documentation will not be admitted to the audition.
  5. Workshop Locations: The workshop will take place at two locations in Livorno:
    • Via di Popogna 50, at A.S.D Laboratorio di Danza e Movimento.
    • Via Guglielmo Oberdan Street, n.14 A, at the “Tersicore” ballet school.
    • Participants will receive detailed information about the locations and schedule for each weekend of the workshop.
  6. Payments and Participation Fee:
    • Payments must be made via bank transfer:
      • Payee: ARTS4ALL ASSOCIAZIONE CULTURALE
      • Bank: Intesa Sanpaolo
      • IBAN: IT08T0306913906100000001517
      • Description: First Name, Last Name, LOBACH CHOREOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP
      • The one-time registration fee of 10 euros is mandatory for all participants and is not subject to reductions or exemptions
    • The workshop fee is €380 (€370 + €10 registration fee), to be paid in full within the next day after passing the audition or in two installments:
      • First installment: €200 within the next day after passing the audition.
      • Second installment: €180 by March 15.
    • The fee includes the entire workshop series, which will take place from February to May, and participation in the final performance on May 4 at Teatro Goldoni, as part of the International Gala "On the Wings of Dance."
  7. Opportunities: Workshop participants will have the opportunity to take part in the final dance stages on May 2 and 3, with a 30% discount on all lessons offered by Interdanza, upon registration. The 10-euro registration fee will not need to be paid again.
  8. Costumes: Costumes will be the responsibility of the participant.
  9. Refund Policy:
    • Fees will not be refunded in the case of withdrawal or non-participation, nor will they be transferable or cumulative with other people.
    • Refunds will only be possible in the case of event cancellation by the organization.
  10. Travel and Accommodation Expenses: Travel, food, and accommodation expenses are the responsibility of the participant.
  11. Minors: For minor participants, parental or legal guardian authorization is required.
  12. Changes and Cancellations:
    The organization reserves the right to make changes to the project in the case of insufficient participation or logistical issues to ensure the proper execution of the activities.
    Any changes will be promptly communicated. Interdanza reserves the right to cancel the project in case of natural disasters, offering a voucher valid for the following year.
  13. Liability:
    The ARTS4ALL association declines all responsibility in case of theft or damage to people or property during the project at the hosting facilities.
    The ARTS4ALL association is exempt from civil and criminal liability related to participation in the project, including the participants' physical fitness or any injuries.
  14. Medical Certificate: Each participant must have a medical certificate stating their fitness to perform physical activity (issued within the last 12 months).
  15. Photos and Videos: Photos and videos will be taken during the workshop lessons for promotional purposes. The material collected may be used by the organization to promote the event and document activities on official communication channels, including social media, websites, and promotional materials.
  16. Acceptance of Regulations: By signing the registration form, the participant or legal guardian (in the case of minors) declares that they have read and accepted the regulations.
  17. Certificate of Participation: All participants will receive a certificate of participation.
  18. Scholarships: During the events, scholarships will be awarded to prestigious institutions in Italy and abroad. 

 

CLASSICAL CHOREOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP
with FRANCESCO TESTONI

This is the CLASSICAL CHOREOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP led by FRANCESCO TESTONI, freelance teacher, graduate of the Hungarian Dance Academy (formerly a dancer with the Budapest Opera House, Northern Ballet Theatre, Municipal Theatre of Santiago de Chile). The classical dance choreography that maestro Francesco Testoni will create for the Interdanza Gala will be an artistic experience that blends tradition and innovation. Known for his rigorous yet fresh and harmonious style, this creation will represent a valuable training opportunity for classical dance students, who will have the chance to refine their technique under the guidance of a highly experienced teacher. Maestro Testoni will emphasize not only discipline but also the interpretive abilities of young dancers, encouraging them to experience dance as an ever-evolving art form. An unmissable opportunity to grow artistically, develop new skills, and contribute to the beauty of the performance.

Age:
12 years and up


Dates:
February 15-16, March 1-2, March 15-16, April 11, May 2-3 (May 4 rehearsal and performance at Teatro Goldoni)
Dates may be subject to change, and any changes will be promptly communicated.

The choreography created during the workshop will come to life in the prestigious final evening of the project: the International Dance Gala "On the Wings of Dance," scheduled for May 4, 2025, at the stunning Teatro Goldoni in Livorno. An unmissable opportunity to witness the result of an intense artistic exploration, celebrating the talent and creativity of the participants.

Download the registration form for the full rules & regulations

 

CONTEMPORARY CHOREOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP
with IVAN CIGNETTI

This is the CONTEMPORARY CHOREOGRAPHIC WORKSHOP led by Ivan Cignetti, a freelance teacher, professional dancer, and choreographer. He has worked extensively in theater and television in modern-contemporary and hip-hop dance. Ivan Cignetti is known for his eclectic contemporary style, which blends various techniques and movement languages to create a unique choreographic experience. In his workshops, participants often work on movement sequences that explore contrasting dynamics, fluidity, and structured improvisation, with the goal of discovering the body's potential in relation to space and other dancers. Ivan Cignetti's choreographic work is especially beneficial for students aged 12 to 15, as this is a critical stage in their development. At this age, young dancers begin to develop a deeper awareness of their bodies, technique, and artistic expression.

Age group: 12 – 15 years. 

Dates: February 15-16, March 1-2, March 15-16, April 11, May 2-3 (May 4 rehearsal and performance at Teatro Goldoni)
Dates may be subject to change, and any changes will be promptly communicated.

The choreography created during the workshop will come to life in the prestigious final evening of the project: the International Dance Gala "On the Wings of Dance," scheduled for May 4, 2025, at the stunning Teatro Goldoni in Livorno. An unmissable opportunity to witness the result of an intense artistic exploration, celebrating the talent and creativity of the participants.

Download the registration form for the full rules & regulations