Training, culture, and dance in the heart of the Caribbean
SÓ DANÇA IN MOTION ARRIVES IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
An international event dedicated to ballet, modern dance, contemporary dance, and hip hop, promoting talent and education through workshops, classes, and meetings with internationally renowned teachers.
Aimed at students and teachers of all levels, Só Dança in Motion offers a unique experience of artistic growth, cultural exchange, and international connection, set in the magical scenery of the Caribbean.
DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
August 3-5, 2026
Santo Domingo, ENDANZA C. César Nicolás Penson 147-153.
August 7-9, 2026
Santiago de los Caballeros, BELLAS ARTES Av. Juan Pablo Duarte 69.
PARTICIPANTS MAY CHOOSE TO TAKE PART IN ONLY ONE STAGE OR EXPERIENCE THE FULL JOURNEY BY ATTENDING BOTH
Teacher at ABT School – Professional Division & ABT Studio Company
CLASSIC
Claudia Zaccari - Italy
Former Principal dancer at the Rome Opera Theatre
CLASSIC
Nicola Tranah - United Kingdom
Former First Soloist with the Royal Ballet
CLASSIC
Joy Womack - France
Principal dancer
CLASSIC
Ana Carolina Olarte - Panama
Dancer with the National Ballet Company of Panama
Contemporary
Rosanna Brocanello - Italy
Director of Opus Ballet (Modern Contemporary)
MODERN
Tancredo Tavarez - France
Graham Technique and Modern Dance teacher
HIP HOP
Fabrizio Santi - Italy
Founder & Organizer of MAD 4 DANCE TOUR
INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT
Giuseppe Canale - Italy
Director GCDANCEVENTS
Dra. Gisella Zilembo - Italy
Director of the MAB AWARD (M. A. Berlusconi)
Carlla Bublitz - Brazil
Director of FIDPOA – International Dance Festival - Brazil
Diana Cardillo - Italy
Director of ASD – Vento di Eventi, Turin, Italy
LOGISTICAL SUPPORT DGBA
Marinella Sallent - DR
General Director of Fine Arts
SPECIAL GUEST
Kathryn Bradney - Switzerland
Artistic & Executive Director Prix de Lausanne
CULTURAL SUPPORT SÓ DANÇA
Ival Teixeira Araujo - DR
President and Founder of the Só Dança
Amanda Lancman - USA
Só Dança’s International Marketing Manager
Intensive Course for
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After the welcome ceremony, students will begin the intensive course, which includes three classes per day in different disciplines, organized by levels: Beginners, Intermediate, and Advanced.
The course will conclude with a Showcase, during which students who wish may present a variation and be evaluated for the assignment of participations in international competitions that arepartners of Só Dança.
At the end of the course, during the closing ceremony, all students may receive a certificate of participation, and those who stand out for their talent and commitment may be granted additional training opportunities.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE DIFFERENT LEVELS
Divided by levels:
Ballet, Modern Dance, and Contemporary Dance
BEGINNERS: 8 - 10 years old
INTERMEDIATE: 11 - 14 years old
ADVANCED: 15 years old and up
Hip - Hop
LEVEL 1:8 - 12 years old
LEVEL 2:13 years old and up
Professional Development Course for Teachers
Over three daily hours, with short hourly breaks, faculty will provide practical and theoretical instruction in academic classical technique at the intermediate level.
In a space specifically designated for this purpose, the teacher will lead the session while actively participating in observation and analysis.
Students of varying levels will be present and used as working models, allowing for the direct study of technical and methodological principles.
All participating teachers will be able to take notes, record short videos, and contribute with questions or observations, thus encouraging open and constructive exchange among colleagues.
Teaching masters Caridad Martínez, Claudia Zaccari, and Nicola Tranah will share their artistic and pedagogical experience with teachers from the Dominican Republic and other countries, creating an environment of international dialogue and professional growth.
Up to one month before the start of the course, it will be possible to submit requests for specific topics or content to be explored in depth during the classes, with the aim of further enriching the training process and expanding the artistic and cultural background of the participants.
All participants will be awarded a certificate of participation and scholarships to be used at their own academy.
OPENING AND CLOSING CEREMONY
Dome Hall, Palace of Fine Arts, Santo Domingo – Av. Máximo Gómez
School of Fine Arts, Santiago de los Caballeros – Av. Juan Pablo Duarte 69
At the closing ceremony of the event, distinguished institutional figures from the Dominican Republic’s dance community will be in attendance.
Awards, recognition plaques, and a cocktail reception for the teachers and directors of the participating schools
ORGANIZATION AND DIRECTION
Jocelyn Rodríguez - DR
General Management – Distributor of Só Dança and Trinys RD – Palestra Moda
Claudia Zaccari - Italy
Artistic Direction and International Public Relations of Só Dança
Miriam Bazzano - DR
Ballet Teacher and Logistics Coordinator
Federica Posca - Italy
Institutional Coordination and Social Media
Costs
PAYMENT PLAN FOR STUDENTS
The Só Dança in Motion event will take place in Santo Domingo and also in Santiago de los Caballeros. Students may register at one of the venues. There is also the option to take the same course at both venues, at double the price.
Registrations will be accepted until all spots are filled.
Ballet, Modern, and Contemporary Dance - (3 days of intensive course)