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BOBBIO SUMMER BALLET INTENSIVEBobbio Summer Ballet Intensive 2-Week Summer Ballet Program is a comprehensive experience that is dedicated to your improvement as a dancer and growth as an artist. Through classes in ballet, pointe, men’s classes, variations, repertory, contemporary, partnering, conditioning, yoga and a performance at the end with a live orchestra, you will cultivate a better understanding of technique and artistry. You will also have the experience of performing and training with international guest teachers, performing alongside international professional artists, and experiencing a summer in the lovely town of Bobbio, a beautiful town in Italy that was nominated one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. You will experience and visit Italian towns, Italian cuisine and Italian culture, with sightseeing days and afternoons with pool time and activities organized by the chaperons.
Our faculty and teachers are devoted not only to giving you an unforgettable experience of a lifetime with the fun times and discovery of a beautiful country and new culture, but also to really working and improving your technique and artistry and leaving you with helpful learnings and performing experiences that will shape you as an artist. Train this summer and be challenged within a community of dancers devoted to advancing themselves at a workshop with internationally renowned teachers and performers. |
:Faculty
DORA CIACCA: Artistic Director. Professional ballet dancer with Columbia Classical Ballet and ballet instructor. Will teach ballet, repertory, contemporary, yoga and modern (Horton) technique.
CAMILO CARDENAS HERRERA: International Guest Principal Dancer and Principal Dancer with Columbia City Ballet. Will teach men's class, ballet, repertory and variations.
REBECCA STORANI: International Principal Soloist, Dancer with Opera of Rome, former dancer with Het National Ballet. Will teach ballet, pointe, repertory.
DORA CIACCA: Artistic Director. Professional ballet dancer with Columbia Classical Ballet and ballet instructor. Will teach ballet, repertory, contemporary, yoga and modern (Horton) technique.
CAMILO CARDENAS HERRERA: International Guest Principal Dancer and Principal Dancer with Columbia City Ballet. Will teach men's class, ballet, repertory and variations.
REBECCA STORANI: International Principal Soloist, Dancer with Opera of Rome, former dancer with Het National Ballet. Will teach ballet, pointe, repertory.
When:
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July 15 – July 26, 2024
July 26 ,2024 Bobbio - Piacenza (ITALY) |
The performance will be in an outside stage set up in front of the communal theatre of Bobbio.
While The Bobbio Summer Ballet Intensive does not hold auditions for our 2-Week program, dancers of all levels and training years ages 8 and up must submit an application. The application has three required photos. Applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis and applicants are notified of their acceptance, with any applicable next steps. Required application photos include a headshot, Croisé fourth on relevé, and First arabesque. Pointe shoes are not required for photos.
Applications are open. Please email [email protected] with any questions.
2024 Tuition / On-Campus Housing
1 week summer intensive 450$ July 15- July 19
1 week summer intensive plus performance 550 $ July 22 -July 26
2 week summer intensive plus performance 900$ Full July 15-July 26
On-Campus Housing**
Accommodation in room with 3, 4, 5, 8 beds: From 25$ to 65$ a night depending on occupancy per room
Three meals plan plus sleeping in 5-8 beds: 100 $ a day
*At the time of commitment, a refundable $300 deposit is required and will be charged. The $300 deposit is applied towards the total tuition.
** On-Campus Housing fees are charged on May 3rd regardless of the commitment date.
Housing is available on the beautiful Ostello Comunale di Palazzo Tamburelli for a limited number of students with various rooming options, from private rooms to rooms for 6 people. Housing is offered on a first-come, first-served basis as confirmations are received.
Being part of the the Bobbio Summer Ballet Intensive residence life community provides an invaluable complement to your training experience.
1 week summer intensive 450$ July 15- July 19
1 week summer intensive plus performance 550 $ July 22 -July 26
2 week summer intensive plus performance 900$ Full July 15-July 26
On-Campus Housing**
Accommodation in room with 3, 4, 5, 8 beds: From 25$ to 65$ a night depending on occupancy per room
Three meals plan plus sleeping in 5-8 beds: 100 $ a day
*At the time of commitment, a refundable $300 deposit is required and will be charged. The $300 deposit is applied towards the total tuition.
** On-Campus Housing fees are charged on May 3rd regardless of the commitment date.
Housing is available on the beautiful Ostello Comunale di Palazzo Tamburelli for a limited number of students with various rooming options, from private rooms to rooms for 6 people. Housing is offered on a first-come, first-served basis as confirmations are received.
Being part of the the Bobbio Summer Ballet Intensive residence life community provides an invaluable complement to your training experience.
Experience
During your time with us, you’ll be able to experience activities and visit the town organized by chaperons during the weekend and free hours, pool days during free afternoons, and authentic Italian cuisine (offered to all students attending). All students under 18 years old will be accompanied by a chaperon from the dormitories to classes and back, and any time they will travel in the town to activities or when required.
Payment Policy
If the full payment of tuition fees along with all required forms and materials are not received by the stated deadlines, the student will be placed on a waiting list.
All payment method listed are accepted. Bobbio Summer Ballet Intensive accepts bank draft, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover, PayPal or transfer wires.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to notify their financial institution regarding limits on their account or fraud prevention. Transactions declined for any reason incur a $35 declined transaction fee. ONLY if a letter from the financial institution stating the account was closed due to fraud is provided within 48 hours prior to the payment being processed will the $35 declined transaction fee be waived.
Withdrawal Policy
Bobbio Summer Ballet Intensive must receive written notice of a student withdrawing from the 2024 2-Week Summer Ballet Program through an official withdrawal form. The Parent or Guardian will be responsible for all payments due until this written notice of withdrawal is received. Verbal notification of withdrawal will not be accepted. Withdrawal forms can be requested by emailing [email protected].
Unforeseeable Disasters Policy
As we saw in 2020, there may be unforeseeable disasters that would cause BSBI to restructure and/or cancel our program(s). If BSBI were to alter its program due to an unforeseeable disaster, we will offer discounts, deferments and/or refunds.
PLEASE NOTE:
Payment Policy If the full payment of tuition and/or any other BSBI 2-Week Summer Ballet Program fees along with all required forms and materials are not received by the stated deadlines, the student will be placed on a waiting list.
BSBI accepts bank draft, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to notify their financial institution regarding limits on their account or fraud prevention. Transactions declined for any reason incur a $35 declined transaction fee. ONLY if a letter from the financial institution stating the account was closed due to fraud is provided within 48 hours prior to the payment being processed will the $35 declined transaction fee be waived.
Withdrawal Policy Bobbio Summer Intensive Ballet must receive written notice of a student withdrawing from the 2024 2-Week Summer Ballet Program through an official withdrawal form. The Parent or Guardian will be responsible for all payments due until this written notice of withdrawal is received. Verbal notification of withdrawal will not be accepted. Withdrawal forms can be requested by emailing [email protected].
Unforeseeable Disasters Policy As we saw in 2020, there may be unforeseeable disasters that would cause BSIB to restructure and/or cancel our program(s). If BSBI were to alter its program due to an unforeseeable disaster, we will offer discounts, deferments and/or refunds.
If the full payment of tuition fees along with all required forms and materials are not received by the stated deadlines, the student will be placed on a waiting list.
All payment method listed are accepted. Bobbio Summer Ballet Intensive accepts bank draft, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover, PayPal or transfer wires.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to notify their financial institution regarding limits on their account or fraud prevention. Transactions declined for any reason incur a $35 declined transaction fee. ONLY if a letter from the financial institution stating the account was closed due to fraud is provided within 48 hours prior to the payment being processed will the $35 declined transaction fee be waived.
Withdrawal Policy
Bobbio Summer Ballet Intensive must receive written notice of a student withdrawing from the 2024 2-Week Summer Ballet Program through an official withdrawal form. The Parent or Guardian will be responsible for all payments due until this written notice of withdrawal is received. Verbal notification of withdrawal will not be accepted. Withdrawal forms can be requested by emailing [email protected].
Unforeseeable Disasters Policy
As we saw in 2020, there may be unforeseeable disasters that would cause BSBI to restructure and/or cancel our program(s). If BSBI were to alter its program due to an unforeseeable disaster, we will offer discounts, deferments and/or refunds.
PLEASE NOTE:
Payment Policy If the full payment of tuition and/or any other BSBI 2-Week Summer Ballet Program fees along with all required forms and materials are not received by the stated deadlines, the student will be placed on a waiting list.
BSBI accepts bank draft, Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to notify their financial institution regarding limits on their account or fraud prevention. Transactions declined for any reason incur a $35 declined transaction fee. ONLY if a letter from the financial institution stating the account was closed due to fraud is provided within 48 hours prior to the payment being processed will the $35 declined transaction fee be waived.
Withdrawal Policy Bobbio Summer Intensive Ballet must receive written notice of a student withdrawing from the 2024 2-Week Summer Ballet Program through an official withdrawal form. The Parent or Guardian will be responsible for all payments due until this written notice of withdrawal is received. Verbal notification of withdrawal will not be accepted. Withdrawal forms can be requested by emailing [email protected].
Unforeseeable Disasters Policy As we saw in 2020, there may be unforeseeable disasters that would cause BSIB to restructure and/or cancel our program(s). If BSBI were to alter its program due to an unforeseeable disaster, we will offer discounts, deferments and/or refunds.
Refund and Deferment Policy
Refund or Deferment Option: If a student withdraws by May 1, 2024, payments made for room and board for the 2024 2-Week Summer Ballet Program can be refunded in full or deferred in full to the 2025 2-Week Summer Ballet Program. Refunds will be processed via check 30-45 days following notification of withdrawal.
After June 1, 2024, payments made for room and board for are non-refundable and non-transferable to another student or program.
If a student must withdraw from the program due to prolonged illness or severe injury that prohibits their participation, verified by a doctor’s certificate, BSBI will refund the full amount.
2024 Tuition:
Tuition paid is non-refundable and non-transferable to another student or program.
If a student must withdraw from the program due to prolonged illness or severe injury that prohibits their participation, verified by a doctor’s certificate, BSBI will refund the full amount.
After the 2-Week Summer Ballet Program has started, tuition paid is non-refundable and non-transferable to another student or program.
You can find more information of our workshop on the balletscout website on following link:
Bobbio Ballet Intensive (Italy) | The Ballet Scout
