Programs
Young Artists
Jul 19 - Aug 3, 2024
For ages 16-17 (15-year-olds may be accepted on an individual basis)
Dance Italia offers focused and individualized* training to advanced intermediate/advanced-level dancers with renowned educators and choreographers.
Our goal is to provide each dancer with the opportunity to grow and develop as movers and artists in a supportive and creative environment, providing them with a platform to discover a diverse range of contemporary techniques, while immersing themselves in the local culture.
Students take 3 daily classes in contemporary dance forms, improvisation, choreography, and more. Classes rotate throughout the intensive so there’s always something new. Young Artists have the opportunity to be part of the creation of a new work that will be performed at the culmination of the intensive for the Dance Italia community and the general public. The intensive also includes a half-day trip to Pisa, the beach, a photo shoot, and a walking tour of Lucca.
*We will accept a maximum of 16 full-time dancers for our 2024 Young Artists Program.
Sample Daily Schedule
7:00am-8:30am: Breakfast in the hotel
9:00am - 12:15pm: Morning classes
12:15pm - 2:00pm: Lunch / Rest
2:15pm - 4:15pm: Afternoon classes in improvisation, choreography, multimedia dance, and outdoor exploration.
4:30pm-7:30pm: Downtime, Showers, dress for dinner
8:00pm-9:15: Dinner
9:15pm- 10:30pm: Evening Activity, Lights Out at 11:00pm
Chaperones
All activities are chaperoned by a trained adult. We provide a minimum of 1 chaperone for every 8 students. Chaperones accompany all participants from classes to meals and around Lucca. The chaperones stay in the same hotels as the students.
Transportation
Local transportation, including to and from the airport and the trip to Pisa is included. Airfare is not included.
Tuition
€3750 (€3500 early bird Jan. 1 application deadline) for our 15-day FULL program:
includes tuition, housing, performances, meals, trips, evening activities, and local travel.
Airfare is not included.
€2500 Program without housing (for dancers staying with their families):
includes tuition, performances, meals (lunch and dinner), trips, evening activities, and local travel.
€1000 All dance classes, workshops, and performances for local dancers.
EUROPEAN, ASIAN, LATIN/SOUTH AMERICAN SCHOLARSHIPS ARE STILL AVAILABLE!
Local dancers are invited to attend drop-in classes if space allows.
Limited need-based scholarships are available.
Returning alumni receive a 10% discount.
Contact us for drop-in rates, individual workshop rates, and more information at info@danceitalia.com.
Application
The online application is open until March 15, 2024. (extended until March 30, 2024!)
We accept video applications only unless you are attending our live or virtual ZOOM audition on Jan. 6. Either way, you are required to complete the online application so we have all of your information on file.
Please visit our APPLY page for more details.
We look forward to meeting you!
More Information
01. Schedule
Daily classes run from 9:30-5:00
02. Fees
€3750, €3500 early bird if application is received by Jan. 1
15-day program
All non-local participants will be chaperoned at a 1:8 ratio by Dance Italia staff.
Airfare is not included.
Local dancers: Contact us for drop-in prices.
03. Studio Location
Classes and workshops are held at
-Motore592, via Mateo Civitali, 592 Lucca
-New Studio Accademico, Via Matteo Civitali, 417, Lucca
04. Housing & Accommodations
We provide accommodation at Bella Adormentata e il Principe Calaf, a 2-5 minute walk to both studio locations.
All rooms have single beds, air-conditioning, and wifi.
05. Extras
There are many exciting things to do in and around Lucca during your stay. Here is a short list of things that past participants have enjoyed:
Lucca Summer Fest - an outdoor music festival that has hosted a wide-range of artists including Bob Dylan, Backstreet Boys, Alanis Morissette, Snoop Dog, John Legend, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Robbie Williams, and more.
In Pasta, K2 Ristorante Pizzeria, La Bottega di Anna e Leo, & Trattoria Da Leo - local restaurant discounts
Bike rentals for getting around town easily and biking the medieval walls surrounding Lucca.
Lucca Italian School - Italian language lessons
Lucca is a city on the Serchio River in Italy’s Tuscany region. It’s renowned for the well-preserved Renaissance walls encircling its historic city center and its cobblestone streets. Broad, tree-lined pathways along the tops of the massive 16th- and 17th-century ramparts are popular for strolling and cycling. Lucca features some of Italy's finest medieval and Renaissance architecture, superb dining, antique markets, classical and rock music festivals, easy access to stunning nearby villas in the surrounding hills, and endless beaches less than half an hour away. Lucca is one of Tuscany's best-kept secrets.