Join NOD – one of Europe’s leading hubs for contemporary dance – for the 2025–2026 season of advanced training in Torino, Italy.
Apply for NUOVA X, the professional program directed by choreographer Tom Weinberger, or ICD – International Contemporary Dance Program.
These 10-month programs are designed for dancers with strong technique and offer a direct path to the international stage.
Special tuition offers available for dancers applying to both ICD + NUOVA X.
Where: NOD Nuova Officina della Danza, Via Mantova 34 Torino – Italy
When: August 20th – June 26
Deadline for applications: Apply by April 30 to be considered in the first round.
Join NOD in Torino, Italy, for the 2025–2026 season of advanced contemporary dance training. Applications are now open for two internationally recognized programs: ICD – International Contemporary Dance Program and NUOVA X – Professional Dance Program under the direction of Tom Weinberger.
✦ ICD – International Contemporary Dance Program
ICD offers dancers the chance to become part of a vibrant international network while gaining essential tools to start a pre-professional journey. With a weekly rotation of renowned teachers and choreographers, participants experience a broad range of contemporary styles, methodologies, and repertoire. The program encourages each dancer to refine their individuality while expanding their technical and creative capacities.
Flexible participation options:
Full Academic Year: 10 months (August–June)
Trimester: Choose between the 1st, 2nd, or 3rd trimester (3 months)
Single Sessions: Work intensively with a guest teacher or choreographer
Program focus:
Repertoire-based training with a strong emphasis on technique and performance, ideal for dancers seeking structured, high-quality contemporary training
✦ NUOVA X – Professional Dance Program
Curated by acclaimed choreographer Tom Weinberger, NUOVA X offers a transformative experience for dancers ready to refine their artistry and step confidently into the professional world. This program is built around creative residencies with world-class choreographers, fostering both technical growth and artistic development.
Each of the three intensive trimesters includes two five-week residencies, allowing participants to engage deeply with distinct creative processes and explore the collaborative nature of contemporary creation.
Program highlights:
Focus on new creations and artistic research
Intimate group size, offering personalized mentorship
Themes of vulnerability, generosity, and collaboration are central to the process
Concludes each trimester with an open studio sharing.
How to apply:
In order to apply, please upload your CV together with two separate links – one showcasing yourself in an improvisation session ( 1 minute – 1 take ). Only Vimeo or YouTube links filling out the Google doc
form to the link
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAQBxPfj8VNZ89AWSM9hoqHoxcKBPLdNnnTzXttaltAiUOSQ/viewform
Costs for participants: for info about costs visit NOD Website
Contact details: Silvana dancenod@gmail.com
For further information, please visit https://www.nuovaofficinadelladanza.org/icd2025-2026
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