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Tuscany Dance Project

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tuscany dance project

What is it?

TheTuscany Dance Project (TDP)is aprofessional training programoverseen by the artistic direction ofEtoile Monica Perego. TDP aims to prepare dancers aged 6 and up through direct work and continuous interaction in the studio with international and national professionals from the performing arts and academic teaching.TDP is a structured and ongoing study pathway that allows participants to continue their studies towards a potential career as a dancer or teacher in academies, companies, or the performing arts in general.

How is it Structured?

The program consists of9 meetingsdedicated to training in the following disciplines:

  • Classical Academic Dance: Technical lessons at the barre and center, following the Vaganova method, tailored for each class/level.

  • Pointe Technique: Lessons for beginners (ages 10-13) and/or pointe technique (ages 14 and up), using the Vaganova method, specific for each class/level.

  • Repertoire: Classical repertoire lessons, tailored for each class/level.

  • Character Dance: Specific lessons exploring expressive and cultural worlds that lie between primitive forms of folk dance and strict academic dance techniques.

  • Contemporary Dance: Lessons focusing on body awareness in relation to universal concepts like space, time, lines, and curves to communicate emotions.

  • Choreographic Workshop: An eclectic space encouraging students to find their personal expressive language through improvisation, experimentation with various compositional techniques, and group work.

Additionally, there will be2 open workshopswith exceptional guest teachers aimed at enhancing the entire program by offering students further study opportunities with industry professionals.

ACSI Dance Exams

At the end of the academic year 2025, the school will conduct optionalACSI Dance Annual Exams. Each exam session will be evaluated by a technical commission that will assess theoretical knowledge and technical ability based on the ACSI study plan. Students who qualify will receive an ACSI certificate indicating their acquired competencies, valid for legal purposes including educational credits.The goal is to gradually deepen discipline through continuous practice, helping students achieve a good technical and artistic level necessary for approaching academies, companies, and the performing arts in general.

Who is it For?

The TDP training is exclusively reserved for internal students of the school aged 6 to 24. The program has limited enrollment but applications can be made upon registration for the academic year at Vivi & Danza.There are exceptions for 2 open events aimed at both internal and external students.

When?

The TDP will take place continuously during the academic year 2024/2025 on the following dates:

  • October 19: Monica Perego (classical), Nicola Forlani (contemporary)

  • November 16: Laura Caccialanza (classical), Ioulia Sofina (character)

  • December 14: Monica Perego (pointe/repertoire), Laura Ziccardi (contemporary)

  • January 18: Open workshop with 2 exceptional guest teachers

  • February 15: Monica Perego (classical), Nicola Forlani (contemporary)

  • March 15: Antonino Sutera (classical), Ioulia Sofina (character)

  • April 12: Monica Perego (pointe/repertoire), Laura Ziccardi (contemporary)

  • May 17: Open workshop with 2 exceptional guest teachers

  • June 21: Optional end-of-year ACSI dance exams (classical and contemporary + unified choreographic workshop)

Opportunities

TDP aims to discover and promote the talent of young dancers who are not yet professionals. Therefore, talented students will have opportunities to win scholarships for participation in training activities and events with industry experts, providing artistic and cultural exchange moments that enhance experience and professionalism—a true showcase for potential career opportunities in academies, companies, and the performing arts.

Participation Fees

  • TDP Registration Fee: €49 annually. Includes: TDP t-shirt, TDP card with a €20 discount on optional final ACSI dance exam fee.

  • Annual Fee: €399 if paid in full by October 19; €149 per installment over three months; or €69 per installment over eight months.

For kids' single classes: €39 per lesson.Open workshops for non-TDP members: €50 for one lesson or €75 for two lessons.

Additional Information

For more information or to register, please fill out the form or emailviviedanzalucca@gmail.comwith your details (name, surname, address, date of birth, phone number).

Regulations

The Tuscany Dance Project is organized by Viviana Testa under the artistic direction of Monica Perego. Classes are limited to ensure quality education. Participants must present themselves at least 30 minutes before class start time for registration.Scholarships may be offered to deserving students for participation in national and international training activities. At the end of the program, certificates will be awarded by Etoile Monica Perego under ACSI DANZA auspices.



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