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DANCE DISCIPLINES
The S.P.I.D. Italian Professional Dance School has earned a place on both the national and international arts scene for its professional training in the performing‑arts sector, with a focus on theatre, musical theatre, show business, and television.
Its programmes and teaching staff are refreshed year after year to provide practical answers to the industry’s changing demands.
A highly selective, constantly updated faculty—personally chosen by the director, Marta Levis—keeps students in step with current market trends.
Weekly Class Timetable
- Classical Dance: 6 hours
- Modern Dance: 6 hours
- Contemporary Dance & Floorwork: 7 hours
- Urban Dances (Street‑jazz, Videodance, Hip‑hop): 4.5 hours
- Acrobatics: 1.5 hours
- Singing: 1.5 hours
- Acting: 1.5 hours
- Personal Development: 1.5 hours
- Anatomy & Physiology: two 8‑hour workshops, one in the first year and one in the second year
Our Disciplines
Classical Dance
Classical dance is a refined, highly technical discipline built on a set of precise positions and movements designed to convey elegance and grace. Marked by rigour and discipline, it features elements such as ballet work, pirouettes, and jumps, and it forms the foundation of many modern dance styles. Technique and posture are paramount, as are elevation work and full control of the body.
CLASSICAL DANCE
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July 2011: Certified as CovaTech Pilates Teacher
June 2017: Completed the (two-year) dance teacher training course at the Accademia del Teatro alla Scala.
EDUCATION
Began studying dance at the age of 11.
In 2000, joined the Wiebe Moeys Dance Academy (later also attending the advanced course) directed by Maestro Wiebe Moeys (Pacific Northwest Ballet, Aterballetto), studying classical technique, neoclassical, repertoire, and pas de deux with him. Contemporary dance with Stefania Trivellin, and improvisation and choreography workshop with Britta Oling (Cullberg Ballet).
Subsequently attended open classes with Marisa Caprara, Iride Sauri, Selene Manzoni, Ludmill Cakalli.
STAGES and WORKSHOPS
August 2004: Summer course at Aijkun Ballet Company in New York.
January 2005: MODERN CONNECTION at the Balletto di Toscana school (classical technique with Eugenio Scigliano, choreography workshop with Mauro Bigonzetti, and modern with Mauro Astolfi).
July 2005: LECCESTATE, full scholarship awarded at the conclusion of the above-mentioned stage with the same teaching staff.
January 2009: Workshop at Opus Ballet in Florence with Paul Chalmer.
July 2009: TALENTI IN SUMMER – classical technique with Frederic Olivier, Cynthia Harvey, Monique Loudieres. Graham technique with Maurizio Nardi and choreography workshop with Mauro Bigonzetti.
July 2010: TALENTI IN SUMMER – classical technique with Frederic Olivieri and Aaron Watkin (Director of Dresden Semper Oper Ballet). Limon technique with Daniel Fetecua Soto (Principal Dancer of Limon Dance Company) and Forsythe workshop with Aaron Watkin, and choreography workshop with Fabrizio Monteverde.
March 2012: Project Il segno del tempo with Giorgio Rossi (Sosta Palmizi) and Elisabetta Di Terlizzi (Project Brokenhouse).
May 2012: Workshop with Antonella Bertoni.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
From September 2004, participated in all performances of the “Wiebe Moeys Dance Project” within the Aperitivo in Teatro project at Teatro delle Erbe in Milan: Island Songs, Camminohs, di luci e d’ombre, dalla terra al cielo (expressive fusion of contemporary dance and flamenco), ventre di terra, scorre di linfa, Pulsa, Partendo dal Tango, Fadomeu.
From 2007, began ongoing collaboration with choreographer and dancer Stefania Curtoni and the group “Progetto Danza” (from April 2010 Cultural Association “Performing Danza”), performing: Carmina Burana, Omaggio all’Artista, Elemento, Bolero, Vivaldi 4 seasons, The Nutcracker, Tetractys, Kandinsky, Reflection, Scatti Surreali.
July/August 2009: Collaboration as choreographer with the company Gli Incauti – Libera Associazione Teatrale (founded by actors trained at the Piccolo Teatro School in Milan), for the theatrical workshop project ‘84’.
September/October 2009: Mime-dancer in Giuseppe Verdi’s opera I due Foscari within the Verdi Festival for Teatro Regio di Parma, with choreography by Marta Ferri and direction by Joseph Franconi Lee.
January/February 2010: Mime-dancer in Giuseppe Verdi’s opera Un giorno di regno (Il Finto Stanislao) for Teatro Regio di Parma, with choreography by Luca Veggetti and direction by Pier Luigi Pizzi.
October 2010: With Performing Danza, selected as a finalist in the “IDEA DANZA – New Choreographies 2010” competition in collaboration with Il Villaggio della Danza in Naples, under the artistic direction of Maestro Giuseppe Carbone; participated in the Gran Gala Danzaria at Teatro Mediterraneo in Naples.
December 2010: Collaboration as choreographer with Gli Incauti – Libera Associazione Teatrale for the show Le favole al rovescio.
TEACHING
From September 2003 began collaboration (still ongoing) with the dance school “Ensamble Classique” (now Association “Fiabe e Balletti”) directed by Paola Corio Kahler (former choreography assistant for the KATAKLO company), teaching classical dance courses at basic, intermediate, and advanced levels, pointe technique, and pas de deux.
Simultaneously collaborates with the dance school “Borgo Insigne” (now Borgo Insigne Danza ASD) in San Colombano al Lambro (MI), initially directed by Prof. Lucia Cecchini Galloni (graduate of the National Academy in Rome), now by Alessandra Fioretti and Antonella Cesari, teaching classical technique, pas de deux, and pointe technique.
From October 2009 until June 2012 taught classical technique, pointe technique, and floor barre at the training centre Elastica directed by Monica Guarino.
“My training is classical-academic, but I have had the opportunity to engage with different styles and techniques. Thanks also to Pilates, I like to enrich my lessons with elements and sequences beyond purely classical technique.
CLASSICAL DANCE
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Educational Qualifications
Dance diplomas: Level 6 National Diploma in Professional Dance (Trinity College London), obtained at KS Dance LTD Warrington (UK), under the direction of Kate Simmons, in the following disciplines: classical dance (Cecchetti method), modern, contemporary, jazz, and musical theatre in 2015. Teachers: Kate Simmons, Gillian Hurst, Peter Parker, Nathalie Leger.
Exams passed in the Cecchetti method of the “Cecchetti Society” I.S.T.D. up to Advanced 2 level.
From 2001 to 2014: classical, modern, and contemporary dance courses at the Studio Accademico di Danza in Lucca with Evelina Ricci and Roberta Furlan.
Professional Experience
Seasons 2018-19 / 2019-20: solo dancer at Maade Ensemble (Milan). Company repertoire: Fimmina, il coraggio di essere donna (solo role), Masquerade (role performed: Colombina).
Seasons 2016-17 and 2017-18: worked with Balletto di Siena under the artistic direction of Maestro Marco Batti. Classical repertoire performed: The Sleeping Beauty (bluebird), The Nutcracker (pastoral dance). Company repertoire: Grand Suite Classique Verdiana (choreography by Marco Batti); Butterfly (choreography by Marco Batti); L’autre histoire de Manon (choreographies by Marco Batti); Uno, nessuno e centomila (choreographies by Irene Sgobbo, role performed: Anna Rosa); Balthus (choreography by Emanuela Tagliavia); La Mietitura (choreography by Kristian Cellini); Swan Lake (choreography by Marco Batti and Camille Granet, role performed: the black swan).
May–July 2016: worked with English National Ballet in London for the production Swan Lake in the round at the Royal Albert Hall, London.
January–May 2016: worked with Kayzer Ballet company (Portugal): national and international tours (USA) and finalist on the TV show Portugal’s Got Talent 2016. Company repertoire: Looking for a place to live (choreography by Ricardo Runa); Cinderela (choreography by Ricardo Runa).
February–June 2015: work experience with the “Allegrodance touring group” in Warrington (UK), under the artistic direction of Kate Simmons, in the shows Dance Triple Bill and West Ends Highlights and Carnival of the Animals (choreographies by Kate Simmons and Peter Parker, role performed: the Tortoise).
Teaching Experience:
2020-21: Classical dance teacher at Novadanza Merate and teacher of classical dance, repertoire, and modern at EM.SI in Milan.
2019-20: Classical dance teacher at Bendy Dance and teacher of classical dance, repertoire, and modern at EM.SI in Milan. Choreographer at the rhythmic gymnastics sports club Comense.
2017-2018: Teacher of classical dance, repertoire, and pointe technique at Inside Original Dancers school in Grosseto, directed by Lisa Marini.
Awards and Recognitions:
July 2015: Guest of honour at “Cecchetti Day” at Rambert Studios, London.
June 2014: Finalist in the fifth edition of the MAB International Prize at Teatro Manzoni, Milan.
May 2014: First place at the “Tuscany Spring Competition,” Senior category.
March 2014: Second place at the “Eurocity Competition,” Senior category.
March–November 2015: Apprenticeships offered by Ajkun Ballet (New York), Atlantic City Ballet, and Princeton Repertory Ballet for the 2015-2016 season.
October 2014: Winner of the Cyril Beaumont Scholarship 2014 (Cecchetti Society).
June–July 2014: Summer courses at “Académie Princesse Grace” in Monte Carlo and ENBS in London following auditions.
Contemporary Dance
Contemporary dance is a movement language that continuously evolves, combining modern dance techniques, improvisation, and influences from other artistic forms. It focuses on personal expression and the connection between body, space, and music. It is known for its stylistic flexibility, which allows the integration of various technical approaches, such as release technique, contact improvisation, and floorwork.
CONTEMPORARY
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Freelance dancer and teacher based in Rome, from 2012 to 2015 she was a member of CORE, the Coordination for Contemporary Dance and the Performing Arts in the Lazio Region. Over the years she has forged significant collaborations with renowned dance centres throughout Italy, undertaking an intense teaching schedule.
In 2008 and 2009 she lectured for La Sapienza Danza, a programme for the study, research and development of stage movement and physical expression promoted by the Sapienza University of Rome.
Her works have been presented at major national and international festivals, including Be Happening (directed by Marcella Fanzaga, Comuna Baires residency, Milan); Attacchi di Core within the Frammenti Festival; RIC – Rieti Invasioni Creative promoted by ATCL (Lazio Municipal Theatre Association); and TenDance Festival 2015 (directed by Ricky Bonavita and Theodor Rawyler).
She was a finalist at the Choreographic Miniatures Festival in Belgrade, the DUMBO Dance Festival in New York, and the No Ballet Festival in Ludwigshafen, Germany.
In July 2015 she created the choreographic piece Geremia – Study for Three Dancers for Artescienza, a CRM – Centro Ricerche Musicali and Compagnia Excursus project, with artistic coordination by Michelangelo Lupone and Ricky Bonavita and original music by Federico Paganelli, in partnership with the Santa Cecilia Conservatoire and the National Dance Academy. Three students from the National Dance Academy’s BA in Contemporary Dance took part in the project.
Recent creations and residencies
September 2016: her new work DON’T GO CRYIN’ – STUDY I was selected for the choreographic‑residency programme Peccati di Chore, promoted and supported by Opificio In Movimento (Rome), and in the same year chosen for the Choreographic Miniatures festival at the National Theatre of Belgrade.
The same piece reached the final of the Premio Equilibrio 2018, organised by Fondazione Musica per Roma and directed by Roger Salas at Rome’s Auditorium Parco della Musica.
June 2019: the solo Happy B‑Day Mr Johnny was invited to the CortoINdanza Festival (directed by Simonetta Pusceddu, Cagliari), where she was awarded a multi‑performer choreographic residency at T. Off.
Teaching and outreach
Marianna Giorgi has been a guest lecturer at the Chiusi nella Danza festival organised by the Orizzonti d’Arte Foundation. She led contemporary‑dance workshops for the 2014‑2015 season of Montalto Lab, an educational programme promoted by ATCL with support from the Municipality of Montalto di Castro at the Lea Padovani Theatre.
In 2017 she was one of the dancers selected to take part in the prestigious Eastman Intensive directed by Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui in Antwerp, Belgium. She currently teaches on the three‑year professional training course at S.P.I.D. (Milan), directed by Marta Levis, and is co‑founder of FOCUS PARMA, an advanced contemporary‑dance intensive held at Europa Teatri, Parma.
Modern Dance
Modern dance developed as a reaction against the rigidity of classical ballet, emphasising individual expression, fluidity, and the body’s natural movement. It employs a variety of techniques, including floor work and improvisation, to explore emotions and tell stories through movement. The modernity of this style allows great expressive freedom and the possibility of breaking with convention.
Modern Dance
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He began exploring the world of dance at the age of 11, studying Standard, Liscio Unificato and Latin American dances and achieving excellent results in various competitions. In 2001 he won the regional championship title in both the Standard and Liscio Unificato categories.
At 14 he turned to classical, jazz and contemporary dance at the “Pas de Deux” school in Fasano (Brindisi), studying classical ballet with former première danseuse and maître de ballet at the Timișoara Opera, Silvia Humaila (Vaganova method); jazz with Sabrina Speranza and Carmela Tanzella; and contemporary with Chiara Di Giulio and Sara Porcelli.
He has taken part in numerous group dance competitions at national and international level, including Danza… sì, non solo Jazz (Rome), Talenti in Palcoscenico (Mesagne), Leoncavallo Dance Project (Cosenza), Baridanza (Bari) and many others, always earning excellent results and praise from the juries. He has honed his skills at workshops with internationally renowned teachers such as Steve LaChance, Maura Paparo, Don Marasigan, Bruno Collinet, Michele Oliva, Selene Manzoni, Radu Ciucă, Garrison Rochelle, Pompea Santoro, Veronica Peparini, Ranko Yokoyama, Emanuela Tagliavia and many more, receiving numerous accolades.
In September 2008 he won a full scholarship for classical dance at the Balletto di Toscana (artistic director Cristina Bozzolini) for the 2008/2009 academic year, with the possibility of joining the academy’s junior company.
In February 2009 he was awarded a scholarship to the Ajkun Ballet in New York. In April 2009 he auditioned successfully for the Aloysius Dance Company in Milan (director Alberto Radice).
In August 2009 he worked as a dancer for Promoconvention Agency (Milan) in the production The Italian Espresso Experience, a promotional event for Lavazza presented by show‑girl Jessica Polsky. On 18 December he auditioned successfully for the cast of the Italian version of the musical Aladdin, staged at the prestigious Allianz Theatre in Assago (Milan), and was also appointed assistant choreographer to Franca Stilo.
He has been invited as principal dancer to gala evenings in Bologna, performing classical and contemporary pieces; became principal dancer in Carmen with the Vittorio Tosto Opera Company (Milan), and was later confirmed for Aida.
From October 2010 he has taught classical, modern‑jazz and contemporary dance at MUDRA school in Cesate (director Cinzia Brucoli), and since September 2010 modern‑jazz at FORMAINARTE (Milan, director Elsa Gardi).
As a choreographer he has created works for various events and fashion shows, winning several competitions.
2011–2014
January 2011: Co‑choreographer (with Roberta Ferrara) of EGO SUM STRIA and TRIDIMENSIONALE for the youth company Equilibrio Dinamico (director Roberta Ferrara), performed in several Apulian theatres.
Collaborated with Step by Step school (Piacenza) and Happy Dance (Milan); gave modern‑jazz workshops at Enjoy Dance (Sarnico, director Cristina Zatti).
From September 2012 also taught modern‑jazz at A.S.D. Just Dance (Lomazzo, directors Anna Carugati & Cristina Rigoni) and classical/modern at Step by Step (Piacenza, director Laura Del Bigio).
Choreographer for the Partita del Cuore charity football match (Cesate) with the Italian Actors & Journalists National Team, in collaboration with MUDRA.
Choreographer & dancer for Cavalleria Rusticana (19 May 2013, Giuditta Pasta Theatre, Saronno) with Coro Ambrosiano (Milan), Cesate Orchestra and MUDRA, followed by further Italian performances.
Oct 2012–May 2013: completed the International Dance Association’s advanced modern‑jazz pedagogy course, passing with distinction.
9 Oct 2014: Choreographer & dancer for Ecliss Milano Swing Christmas Night, launch event for Elciss Milano showroom.
2015–present
2015: joined the event‑production agency Milleunoeventi as resident choreographer and dancer; began aerial‑acrobatics training (silks & hoop) with Sheila Verdi.
Summer 2014/2015 season: choreographer for E‑motion Equipe at “La Darsena” holiday village, Isola di Capo Rizzuto.
From September 2015 also taught pre‑dance and modern‑jazz at ABC Balletto Classico (Rho, director Paola Di Clemente).
Jan 2016: engaged by choreographer Marta Levis as dancer for Emozioni (Spid Dance Company, Milan).
Dancer in Tu che mi hai preso il cor… (Teatro Accademia degli Avvaloranti, Città della Pieve; director/choreographer Francesco Borelli, with subsequent tours).
Dancer with Platinum Ballet (Enzo Spadafero) in Viaggi Paralleli at the Cult Night, Leonardo da Vinci Museum of Science & Technology, Milan.
Dancer in the Gucci Guilty fragrance campaign (Palazzo Polignac, Venice; choreography Marta Levis).
Dancer in Montecchi VS Capuleti (director/choreographer Franca Stilo), performing the role of Romeo.
Nov 2017: first appearance at the prestigious Youth America Grand Prix (Paris): placed in the Top 12 (Pre‑Competitive Solo category) as choreographer.
Dancer in Ultima Corsa (Teatro Oscar, Milan; director Monica Cagnani, choreography Corrado Giordani).
Feb 2018: dancer at the 68th Sanremo Music Festival (choreography Daniel Ezralow, live on RAI 1).
Apr 2018: won Best Choreographer at the international Como Lake Dance Award.
Sept 2018: choreographer & dancer for the promotional launch of stylist Monica Rusconi’s new Album di Famiglia collection.
Nov 2018: second year at YAGP (Cattolica semifinals): all presented pieces placed in the Top 12 contemporary categories; 2nd place Senior Contemporary Solo (students of ABC Rho).
Apr 2019: won Best Choreography at the national Mariano Danza competition.
Sept 2020: joined the teaching staff of S.P.I.D. Academy (Milan, director Marta Levis).
Modern Jazz
Modern jazz is a fusion of jazz and modern‑dance techniques, characterised by energetic, expressive and rhythmic movements. It is rooted in improvisation and musical interpretation, with a strong focus on musicality and connection to the beat. The discipline combines speed, agility and fluidity, and is widely used in musical‑theatre choreography and artistic performances.
MODERN JAZZ
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Graduated in 2010 from the S.P.I.D. Dance Academy, he has been teaching modern, hip hop, and Pilates matwork since 2005 in various schools and gyms in Milan and the surrounding area.
Since 2007, he has gained experience as a dancer for conventions, shows, and dance competitions produced both by S.P.I.D. and other private organisations. He continuously enhances his training by studying Contemporary, Jazz, and Hip Hop at the Pineapple Dance Studio in London; Paris at "Studio Harmonic" and "Heart"; Berlin; and Los Angeles at the "Millennium Dance Complex," "Debby Reynolds Studio," and "The Edge." In 2011, he joined the dance company of the "Balletto di Liguria" and is the artistic director of the choreography event/competition "Danzarese 2011."
He is a teacher at the SPID Dance Academy and assistant to the choreographer Marta Levis.
hip hop
Hip hop is an energetic and rhythmic dance style that originated in the African American neighbourhoods of New York in the 1970s. Combining elements of street dance, breakdance, and funk, hip hop is characterised by dynamic movements, improvisation, and a strong attitude. This dance style celebrates individual expression and connection with the music, and it is one of the most popular forms in competitions and performances worldwide.
HIP HOP
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He was born in Garbagnate Milanese on 27-10-1988.
He discovered his passion for dance at the age of 15, and at 21 he began his artistic journey studying at the "MOMA STUDIOS ACADEMY," where he graduated in 2013 specialising in House and Hip hop, styles that he still teaches in various schools and academies in Milan and its province.
He deepened his studies first in New York at the most prestigious schools such as Broadway Dance Centre, Steps On Broadway, Peridance Capezio Centre. Later, he studied in Los Angeles at schools like Debbie Reynolds, Millennium Dance Complex, and Movement Dance Project for three consecutive years…
video dance
Video dance is a form of dance specifically designed to be filmed and choreographed for video, often associated with music videos. It combines elements of commercial dance, hip hop, and jazz, with a strong focus on energy, rhythm, and visual expressiveness. The choreographies are created to exploit direction and stage effects, producing visual and choreographic impacts that engage the audience.
VIDEO DANCE
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Currently dancer for the live digital event SOFA’ LE NOUVEAU CABARET
Choreographer and dancer for Legnano Basket KNIGHTS seasons 2018/2019 and 2019/2020
Currently working as a dancer for events, dinner shows, and performances for the agency NIGHTPROJECT
Teacher of Video Dance and Hip Hop Commercial at SPID Dance Academy in Milan
Dancer in the dance company for the UYBA SPRING BREAK concert for IRAMA, RIKI, and BIONDO
Currently teacher of Jazz Funk and Hip Hop Commercial Open Class at:
Real Family School in Busto Arsizio
Sporting Club Dance Centre in Solaro
Currently teacher of modern dance and hip hop at:
Centro Arte Danza la Fenice in Cerro Maggiore
Dance Good Castellanza
Officina della Danza Novara
Polisportiva Azzate
Initiated a choreographic project on YouTube on my channel “Martina Banfi Sbenf,” creating Dance Concept Videos and handling choreography and direction
Assistant for the Italian tour of workshops by Robert Hoffman (lead actor in the films STEP UP 2, YOU GOT SERVED, SHE’S THE MAN)
Dancer for the music video of Gabry Ponte’s single with Junior Cally “Quando Arrivo io”
Dancer for the VI, VII Live and the Final of XFACTOR 2017
Choreographer for the Christmas music video of the app FRIENDZ
Dancer for the MAGIC BUTTERFLY project by Angela Villanova
Dancer for the horror episode of the TV programme TAKE ME OUT on Real Time
From June to September 2017, worked as dancer and fitness instructor for Store Resort Srl for the animation agency Artswiss at the Free Beach Club village in Costa Rei, Sardinia
Previously taught at: Ica-do in Rozzano
From June to September 2016, worked as dancer and fitness instructor for the animation agency Artswiss at Nicolaus Garden Resort village in Acconia di Curinga (CZ)
Dancer for Alicia Keys during the opening ceremony of the UEFA Champions League final at the San Siro stadium in Milan
Dancer in the music video for the song “Oh Lady” by Luca Pinto feat. “FK”
Trainer and personnel selector at Artschool of the animation agency Artswiss for the choreographers and fitness class
Dancer in the music video for Zero Assoluto’s song “Di me e di te”
Dancer in the crew NEW FAMILY PROJECT
Worked as classical and modern dance teacher, zumba and Gag instructor at the SPAZIO TEMPO gym in Oggiona con Santo Stefano (VA)
Worked as dancer for Hip Hop night at Land Of Freedom in Legnano
Worked as dancer for the CLUB HAUS 80s event on 10/10/15 at Spazio Novecento in Rome
From June to September 2015, worked as Choreographer/Fitness and dancer at Hotel Residence Sciabache in Zambrone (VV) for the animation agency Art Swiss
Since September 2014, working as classical and modern dance teacher at the I-ca-do dance school in Rozzano (MI)
From June to September 2014, worked as dancer at the Arbatax Park Resort in Arbatax, Sardinia
From June to September 2013, Animation Staff at Orovacanze at Eurovillage Itaca/Nausicaa in Rossano Calabro (tourist village) — Artistic cast: Dancer
December 2012, Animation Staff at Orovacanze at Hotel Majestic in San Martino di Castrozza (TN) — Dancer and daytime mini club animation
From June to September 2012, Animation Staff at Orovacanze at Eurovillage Itaca/Nausicaa in Rossano Calabro — Artistic cast: Dancer, daytime animation contact and junior club supervisor
From June to August 2011, Animation Staff at Orovacanze at Eurovillage Itaca/Nausicaa in Rossano Calabro — Artistic cast: Dancer
Since December 2010, Cultural association and theatre company Sogni in Scena — Cast of the musical “Viaggio al centro della musica”
From 11/06/2010 to 25/08/2010, Jolly Animation Group at Hotel VillageResort Porto Kaleo in Santa Marinella di Cutro (KR) — Tourist village — Dancer in the evening animation company and junior club supervisor for daytime animation
Summer 2008 and 2009, New Star Production Milan — Fashion and Entertainment Services Centre — Choreographer and backstage assistant for the summer tour Lidi Ferraresi talent contest “Stelline d’Italia”
16/03/2011, Disney Channel at IcetStudios, Via Ingegnoli 32, Cologno Monzese (MI) — Extra in the Disney Channel fiction “IN TOUR”
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Studied in Los Angeles, CA at Millennium Dance Complex, Debbie Reynolds, Movement Lifestyle, Evolution Studio, Imma Space, Playground with: Yanis Marshall, Jojo Gomez, Brooklyn Jai, Josh Williams, Deshawn Da Prince, Tricia Miranda, Dana Alexa, Matt Steffanina, Dolores Ninja, Miguel Antonio, Meisha Lee, Gabriel Ash, David Moore, Dae Dae Coleman, Hamilton Evans, Jared Jenkins, Lando Coffy, Boy Boi, Brian and Scott Nicholson, King Guttah, Brinn Nicole, Nika Kljun, Jersey Maniscalco, Jae Blaze, Anze Skrube, Janelle Ginestra, Will da Beast.
Studied classical dance with: Roberta Voltolina, Maestro Paolo Podini, Dimitri Chabardin, Annalisa Fontana.
Studied contemporary dance with: Emanuela Tagliavia.
Studied modern and lyrical jazz with: Dimitri Chabardin, Daniela Gorella, Gail Richardson, Brian Bullard.
Studied hip hop, video dance, and street jazz with: Emanuela Bertolo, Emanuele Battista, Miguel Antonio, Devin Salomon, Ysabelle Capitulè, Robert Green, Galen Hooks, Teddy Wigga, Alessandro Armanni, Riccardo Bonardi, Romina Saillant.
Studied Tap Dance with: Gail Richardson and Franco Panizut.
Studied singing with: Lena Biolcati, Tiziana Salvador, and Andrea Ascari.
Studied acting with: Marco Brancato (Gipeto), Lorena Crepaldi, and Maurizio Salvalalio.
Studied acrobatics with: Tiziana di Pilato.
Studied choreographic workshop with: Sabrina Camera.
Academic year 2014/2015: Graduated from the professional dance academy S.P.I.D. in Milan.
Academic year 2012/2013: Enrolled in the first course of the professional musical academy SDM in Milan.
From academic year 2006/2007 to 2010/2011: Enrolled at Proscaenium academy, Viale dell’Unione Europea 7, Gallarate (VA), centre for education and training in dance, music, and theatre.
Diploma A.I.D.A. dance 5th course classical academic technique.
From academic year 2007/2008 to 2011/2012: Secondary school Liceo Scientifico Leonardo da Vinci in Gallarate — Graduated in 2012.
From academic year 2004/2005 to 2006/2007: Transverse flute course at Majno middle school in Gallarate with Maestro Andrea Gandini.
From academic year 1997/1998 to 2004/2005: Enrolled at the classical and modern dance school Hurricane Dance School, Viale Lombardia Gallarate.
Acrobatics
Acrobatic dance blends dance movements with physical acrobatic skills such as jumps, flips, and spins. It is an art that demands strength, agility, flexibility, and exceptional body control. Visually striking, this style highlights the dancer’s ability to perform gravity‑defying moves while preserving fluidity and rhythmic flow.
ACROBATICS
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She began sports at the age of four with recreational artistic‑gymnastics classes, moving into competitive gymnastics at six.
Seeking a more artistic and choreographic path, she joined ASD Artistica Danza Azzurra in Pisogne (Brescia), directed by Guerina Zanardini, where she continued rigorous technical work while exploring theatrical movement.
She achieved excellent placings at the national team‑choreography championships in Forlì.
In 2016 she auditioned for and was admitted to the Kataklò Academy of Athletic Physical Theatre, completing the three‑year course and graduating on 8 June 2019.
Performance highlights include:
On Dance at the Sforza Castle, Milan
A Maserati launch event in Porto Cervo, Sardinia
The 2019 X Factor final at the Mediolanum Forum, Assago.
She took part in the short film Due mesi e mezzo, starring Anna Ferzetti, Alessandro Tedeschi and Orsetta Boghero, under the supervision of Silvio Soldini.
As a performer she collaborated on Cercatori di luce, an artistic video‑installation in Locarno directed by Giuliana Cuneaz.
She appeared in a fashion shoot and accompanying video for AF Magazine.
In April 2019 she performed at the Ol Theatre De Sica in Intrecciando Puccini and danced in several dates with Kataklò.
She appeared in Brescia and Ascoli with her independent production D.enne.a.
Between September and October she played the lead performer in the music video for Dove sarai sarò by the folk band I Luf (director: Mattia Del Zotto).
In October she portrayed Galatea in a music video inspired by the myth of Acis, Galatea and Polyphemus for bass Andrea Mastroni (director: Nicola Garzetti).
In November 2019 she opened Visionary Days in Turin, performing D.visioni with the Tera performance group.
On 18 July 2020 she began working with COD Danza of Mantua, directed by Chiara Olivieri, debuting in H.Eros (reprised in September 2020).
On 24 October 2020 D.enne.a was selected among the winning projects for the Vuoti d’aria festival in San Benedetto del Tronto.
On 24 April 2021 she performed on Lake Pisogne (Brescia) with ASD Artistica Danza Azzurra for the inauguration of the “Mirad’Or” art gallery, featuring works by Daniel Buren.
She is currently researching a fusion of diverse acrobatic disciplines with floorwork and contemporary dance.
Acting
Acting is the art of portraying a character, text, or situation through voice, body, and emotion. It involves a deep understanding of the role, motivations, and feelings of the character. Acting can be practised in many settings—including theatre, cinema, and television—and calls for techniques such as improvisation, emotional expression, and non‑verbal communication.
ACTING
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She obtained her acting diploma at the “Accademia Veneta dello Spettacolo” in Padua. After private study in operatic singing, she deepened her knowledge of musical theatre by graduating from the “Bernstein School of Musical Theatre” in Bologna.
From 1988 she began an intensive collaboration with the Teatro Stabile di Bolzano, appearing as an actor‑singer in the following productions: Arlecchino educato dall’amore (co‑star) by Marivaux; Anni di piombo by Margarethe von Trotta; I dialoghi by Ruzante (co‑star); Libertà a Brema by Rainer Werner Fassbinder; Il Maggiore Barbara by George Bernard Shaw—all directed by Maurizio Bernardi—and, under the direction of Lorenzo Ottoni, Lauben by Renato Cavosi (lead role) and Storie di maschere (female lead) from Boccaccio’s Decameron.
In summer 1996 she performed at the Greek Theatre of Syracuse in the I.N.D.A. production of Euripides’ Medea with Valeria Moriconi, directed by Mario Missiroli. The following year she joined the cast of the musical Grease with Lorella Cuccarini, directed by Saverio Marconi, beside whom she then worked as assistant director on A Chorus Line. During the 1998/99 season, again with Compagnia della Rancia and Marconi’s direction, she appeared in the musical Le Notti di Cabiria, adapted from Fellini’s film.
Other credits include the RAI TV film Nemici Intimi, directed by Paolo Solinas, and the short film Ketch‑up, winner at the 1995 Venice Film Festival, directed by Carlo Sigon.
Based in Milan, she teaches acting at S.P.I.D., the Scuola Professionale Italiana di Danza.
floorwork
Floorwork is a dance technique centred on movements performed on or close to the ground. It features rolls, slides, smooth transitions, and actions initiated from the floor, using the body in creative and dynamic ways. Widely employed in contemporary dance and styles such as breaking, it demands strength, stamina, and keen body awareness.
FLOORWORK
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She trained as a professional dancer in London at The Place / London Contemporary Dance School and began working with Tavaziva Dance in London, Ijad Dance Theatre, and the National Dance Company of Wales Ensemble.
Upon returning to Italy, she took part in several performances at Teatro alla Scala, Teatro Comunale di Bologna, and Teatro Regio di Torino.
She collaborates with Jas Art Ballet, directed by Sabrina Brazzo and Andrea Volpintesta, with whom she has danced in choreographies by Massimiliano Volpini, Francesco Ventriglia, Giorgio Azzone, Josè Perez, and Matteo Gavazzi.
She works as an assistant to Massimiliano Volpini with the Balletto di Roma company for the production “The Nutcracker,” and also participates in the Concertone of the Notte della Taranta 2018 and the programme “Danza con me” by Roberto Bolle.
street jazz
Street jazz is a fusion of jazz dance and urban style, combining the rhythmic and fluid movements of jazz dance with the attitude and energy typical of street dance. It is characterised by energetic, expressive choreography focused on rhythm, emphasising stage presence and the dancer’s personal expression. Street jazz is popular in shows, music videos, and dance competitions.
Singing
Singing is the art of producing musical sounds using the voice, and it is one of the most universal art forms. It is based on vocal techniques, such as diaphragmatic breathing and voice control, and involves musical interpretation. Singing can be practised in various genres, from classical to modern, and focuses on expressiveness and connection with the audience, both in solo and choral performances.
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