Sofia Verderio

From SPID to the international stage.
My name is Sofia and I graduated in 2024. After three intense years, filled with commitment, growth, and awareness, I flew to Los Angeles to continue my education. Upon my return, I received a wonderful surprise: I'm in the cast as a soloist in "Mozart 2.0" at the Teatro Nazionale in Milan. But it doesn't end there: I'll soon be leaving for a European tour with a German band and this summer I'll be in the artistic cast of Forte Village in Sardinia.

SPID has been my home, my training, my strength. It taught me to turn dreams into projects, and hard work into pride. This is just the beginning.

Azzurra Salghetti

From SPID to the magic of great international musicals.
My name is Azzurra and I graduated in 2020. After several experiences on stage, I arrived in Stuttgart for the Disney musical Tarzan, and soon I'll be at Disneyland Paris with The Lion King. Every stage is a world, every contract an achievement.

At SPID, I learned not only to dance, but to truly prepare myself for the profession: with rigor, passion, and professionalism. It was there that I understood that talent must be cultivated, every day, with commitment and heart.

Valeria Vegezzi

After SPID, my life changed.
My name is Valeria, and immediately after graduation I started working on cruise ships: floating stages, fast-paced rhythms, intense emotions. It was an incredible training ground. Then came the audition I'd always dreamed of: Tanz der Vampire, in Germany. I passed.

And all of this was possible thanks to SPID: the place where my talent became a profession, and my passion a real job.

Antonello Papagno

From SPID to the great international stages.
My name is Antonello, and my career began immediately after graduating high school in 2018. I danced on cruise ships, then at Gardaland, at Disneyland Paris... and today I'm in Germany, starring in the musical Hercules. One dream after another coming true. With my suitcase always packed and my heart full of gratitude.

SPID gave me the foundation, the strength, and the vision to tackle this profession. It's not easy, but it's wonderful. Never stop believing. And above all: stand out for what makes you unique.

Cristiana Pigazzi

From SPID to the big stages.
My name is Cristiana, aka "Crissa," and I graduated from SPID in 2018. Since then, I've graced Italy's most important stages, collaborating with major pop artists on national tours, live concerts, and music videos. My career has also flourished in the fashion world thanks to the advertising campaigns I've starred in.

SPID was my springboard. It trained me technically, allowed me to become more aware of my body, and instilled in me the discipline and determination I bring to every project today.

Thanks to SPID, I learned to believe in myself and my potential.

Matteo Vigna

From SPID to major international musicals.
My name is Matteo, and I've been working in the theater world for years, in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, where I arrived immediately after graduating from SPID. Since 2012, I've been fortunate enough to be part of major productions such as Frozen, Tanz der Vampire, The Cher Show, and many other successful shows by Stage Entertainment and beyond, growing artistically to the point of performing German-language roles and working as an assistant choreographer. Today, I continue to live this passion every day, with the same enthusiasm as always, while also exploring new challenges, such as the world of casting for AIDA Cruises, where I work as a choreographer around the world.

Years later, I can confidently say that the solid training I received at SPID was crucial: it gave me not only the technical skills, but also the resilience and flexibility needed to face the challenges of international stages.

Emilia Viglianesi

From SPID to the international scene.
I was only 16 years old and had a classical background when I began my journey at SPID. Those three intense years opened me to new styles, expanded my versatility, and transformed my technique into a complete, expressive instrument, ready for the stage. Immediately after graduating in 2012, I joined the Gardaland Park Theatre ensemble. From there, an adventure began, spanning international stages and productions: Dreamworks' Madagascar Live, and Stage Entertainment's Tarzan between Stuttgart and Oberhausen, where I worked as Swing, Cover, and Assistant Dance Captain, eventually becoming Dance Captain for the new production in 2023. Meanwhile, I also performed in Apocalypse Live Experience in Turin and in Cirque du Soleil's Paramour in Hamburg. I returned to Gardaland Park Theatre in 2022, and in 2024, I graduated with a degree in Sports Science, while continuing my specialization in preventative and adapted physical activity.

If I could go back, I would choose this Academy again, without hesitation.

Valeria Ungaro

My name is Valeria and I graduated in 2019. I started dancing later than many, but I was immediately overwhelmed by the passion. At SPID, I found an environment that allowed me to grow rapidly, offering me comprehensive and intense training. After graduation, I had the opportunity to further my studies at international centers, broadening my artistic vision.

One of the most exciting experiences was stepping onto the Ariston stage in 2021 during the Sanremo Music Festival, performing alongside Elodie. I also had the opportunity to work on television programs such as Battiti Live, Italia's Got Talent, and The Voice of Italy. Today, in addition to performing, I teach modern and contemporary dance, sharing with my students the passion and enthusiasm that accompany me every day.

Maria  Grazia Tallei

From SPID to the heart of the international scene.
My name is Maria Grazia, and dance has been my lifeblood since I was six years old.
After training in Milan and abroad, and graduating from SPID, I began a journey that took me to the dance troupe of Amici di Maria De Filippi, and then to international stages: from the MTV Europe Music Awards to the Brit Awards. I was the Italian face of a Nike campaign and danced on X Factor Italy, bringing my discipline, perfectionism, and desire to overcome every limit everywhere.

SPID was the springboard from which I took the leap: technique, vision, and courage. Today I continue to dance and teach, sharing my passion in Italy and around the world.

Krizia Picci

From SPID to the television stage.
My name is Krizia, and I graduated from SPID in 2012. A few days after graduation, Mediaset hired me to join the Colorado Café dance troupe, where I was confirmed for the following season. Since then, I've been in high demand for shows and conventions at numerous events.

SPID has been my artistic training ground: a place where I honed my skills and learned to turn my passion into a profession. Thanks to comprehensive training and extraordinary teachers, I've been able to confidently face the challenges of the entertainment world.

Davide Vetere

My name is Davide, and I graduated in 2010. I came from the world of breakdance, and at SPID I learned a new language: that of dance in all its nuances.
Three intense years, filled with sacrifice and achievement, transformed me from a street dancer into a complete performer, capable of facing every audition, every challenge.

At SPID, I discovered the power of gesture, the power of the body as a universal instrument of communication. It was there that I built my versatility, my discipline, and above all, an iron will. I danced in a professional company in the Canary Islands, an experience that enriched me every day. I recommend SPID to those who truly dream, to those who know that dance is hard work, heart, and dedication. Because there, if you believe in it, you truly learn to shine.

Giordano Orchi

From SPID to the stage of major musicals.
My name is Giordano, and I graduated in 2008 thanks to a scholarship that allowed me to directly enter the third year of SPID. Shortly thereafter, I made my starring debut in the musical Fame, playing the role of Tyrone. I then went on to dance in The Divine Comedy, reach the finals of the talent show Academy on Rai 2, and play Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar.

At SPID, I found a team of extraordinary teachers and a multidisciplinary education that was my forte. A place full of surprises, which marked the beginning of my journey into the world of entertainment.

Eleonora Lombardo

From SPID to the heart of Italian musicals.
My name is Eleonora, and I graduated from SPID in 2009. I immediately started on TV with Maria De Filippi's Amici, and then found my way in musical theater: from Mamma Mia! to Saturday Night Fever, from Sindrome da Musical to Footloose, up until the role of Rizzo in Grease with the Compagnia della Rancia. Alongside big names like Chiara Noschese, I choreographed, assisted directors, and led casts as ballet and swing director.

SPID was my solid foundation, the place where I understood that talent and professionalism must be cultivated every day. That's where it all began, and I've never stopped since.

Barbara Comi

From SPID to the stage and TV.
My name is Barbara and I graduated in 2005. After the Academy, I performed on stage with the Compagnia della Rancia and Sweet Charity alongside Lorella Cuccarini. Then came the turning point in television: I was a singer on Domenica 5 and a backing vocalist for Craig David and Marco Mengoni.

I joined SPID as a singer with a background as a self-taught dancer... I left with complete professionalism and a clear vision of my career. Three years that honed my talent and paved my way.

Gianluca Falvo

My name is Gianluca, and I graduated from SPID in 2008. I subsequently furthered my studies in New York, at Steps on Broadway and the Broadway Dance Center. I worked for Daniel Ezralow at the 59th Sanremo Music Festival and participated in numerous theater productions in Italy and abroad, including Rugantino at the Teatro Sistina in Rome and 1789 – Les Amants de la Bastille in Paris, which won the award for best show of the last 15 years in France. Today, I am a freelance dancer and choreographer, working in workshops and internships throughout Europe.

SPID was my springboard. A place where I not only studied dance, but also discovered who I wanted to become. With extraordinary teachers and a truly challenging environment, I turned my passion into a profession. I will never stop being grateful for those intense and decisive years.

Mauro Savino

I graduated in 2014, after three intense years, where I learned to communicate through every body language. The training I received allowed me to undertake auditions and work in television, theater, and events. I've had the opportunity to work as a dancer on Rai 1, participate in international conventions like The Dance Awards in New York, and collaborate with renowned choreographers like Travis Wall and Mia Michaels. I currently teach Street Jazz at the SPID Dance Academy, which has been instrumental in my professional and personal growth.

Ilaria Angelicchio

From SPID to international stages and television sets.
My name is Ilaria, and I graduated from SPID in 2007. Thanks to the determination and preparation imparted by director Marta Levis and all the teachers, I was fortunate enough to start working immediately: from acrobatics at trade shows and conventions to my first television experiences as an assistant choreographer for Domenica 5, Le Iene, and Lo show più buono che ci sia. In 2008, I landed a role in the musical Tarzan in the Netherlands with Stage Entertainment, and the following year I began my adventure in Amsterdam as a dancer with the Samadhi Dance Company, a company that blends modern, Indian, jazz, and ballet.

SPID was more than a school for me; it was a challenge. A place where I learned to believe in my body, my talent, and my future.

Veronica Sormani

From SPID to professional versatility.
My name is Veronica, and I graduated from SPID in 2009. My career began immediately after graduation, joining the dance troupe for the show Domenica 5. From there, a succession of exciting experiences followed: the closing ceremony of the World Swimming Olympics in Rome, participation in the mega event for the Lavazza Calendar, the opening of Big Brother 2010, and even the programs Siamo tutti bene with Belen Rodriguez and Mettiamoci all’opera with Fabrizio Frizzi.

SPID gave me the foundation, but also the tools, to approach the world of work with professionalism, versatility, and a strong sense of self-confidence.

Chiara Vecchi

From SPID to the heart of Italian musical theater.
My name is Chiara, and I graduated in 2004. SPID was my springboard: from there, I began working as a dancer and choreographer for TV, fashion, and major events, eventually landing at the New York Fringe Festival as an assistant choreographer. Along the way, I also found a home in musical theater, growing with the Compagnia della Rancia: from the lead role in Cenerentola to roles in Grease, Cats, Cabaret, Flashdance, and many others, as a performer, assistant director, and ballet director.

SPID was my signature, my calling card. A school that taught me the discipline and art of this profession. A place I still carry with me, on every stage and behind every curtain.

Vanessa Negrini

From SPID to major TV shows.
My name is Vanessa, and I graduated in 2004. From Colorado Cafè to Ciao Darwin, from Io Canto to I Migliori Anni: I've danced on the most important Italian television programs.

SPID gave me a solid education, but above all, versatility: the kind of versatility that truly makes a difference in the workplace. I studied hard, auditioned after audition, and was often fortunate enough to have the choice.
My advice? Work hard, be humble, and never stop studying. Because being a dancer means this, above all: perseverance, dedication, and professionalism.

Betty Style

From SPID to the international urban scene
My experience as a dancer and student at an academy like SPID has been a profound and transformative journey, one of passion, sacrifice, and growth. I remember the first few hours in the studio: sweat on my brow, hands trembling as I mastered my technique, my heart pounding with the desire to improve. Every step was a challenge, but also an achievement. The teachers were true guides, masters who believed in me when I myself had doubts. I learned that discipline, respect, and dedication are the foundations not only of the dancer, but of the person. Today I am a recognized artist in the world of urban dance, but I carry with me every lesson, every effort, every day spent within those walls. SPID was my home, my motivation, my roots. It taught me that with love, strength, and determination, even the boldest dream can come true.

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