

Frequently asked questions
Accademia Susanna Beltrami, a school specializing in professional training in contemporary dance, offers a three-year program that includes a wide range of choreographic and technical disciplines. The subjects taught include: Classical Technique/Pas de deux/Neoclassical, Contemporary Technique, Dynamic Flow, Floor Work, Urban Contemporary, Choreographic Composition, Physical Theatre, Aesthetics of Music, Theory and Aesthetics of Dance, Anatomy and Physiology of Movement. This multidisciplinary approach allows students to develop advanced technical skills, artistic expression, body awareness, and physical endurance, making the Accademia Susanna Beltrami a complete choice for those seeking greater career opportunities in today's dance world. At the end of the three-year program, students receive a regional diploma certifying their comprehensive training, useful both for entering the professional field and for continuing academic studies.
Accademia Susanna Beltrami, in addition to providing solid professional training in contemporary dance with a regional diploma at the end of the three-year program, offers its students important practical experience working with internationally renowned guest choreographers. Guest choreographers allow students to explore different styles and methodologies, thus developing a well-rounded artistic preparation. In past years, guest choreographers have included Charlie Khalil Prince (Lebanon/Canada), James Pett and Travis Clausen-Knight (UK), Davide Del Pretoro (Italy). They support the students in perfecting their technique and performance approach, offering them the opportunity to perform before a real audience. This unique combination of academic training and international internships represents a fundamental added value for those wishing to pursue a professional career in today's dance world.
Upon completion of the three-year course at the Accademia Susanna Beltrami, each student receives an official diploma recognised by the Lombardy Region and valid throughout Europe. This recognition is possible because DanceHaus, the organisation that manages the Contemporary Department, is accredited as a provider of vocational training services and is registered with the Lombardy Region under number 1352. This accredited status guarantees a high standard of training and confers institutional and professional value on the diploma, thereby facilitating entry into the professional world and the continuation of studies in the field of dance and the performing arts.
After graduating from the Accademia Susanna Beltrami, thanks to the high standard of training provided during the three-year course, students gain access to numerous professional opportunities. This is made possible by the well-established partnerships the school has forged with professional organisations in the sector. In recent years, many graduates have gone on to work with leading companies both in Italy and abroad, such as CCN Aterballetto, Kors’ia and ICK Dans Amsterdam. Furthermore, some students have joined DanceHaus più – Centro Nazionale Produzione Danza, a major artistic hub offering further opportunities for growth and employment. This network of contacts and the professional experience gained during the training programme provide Accademia Susanna Beltrami graduates with a solid foundation for developing a career in the professional dance sector.
This makes the Accademia Susanna Beltrami a benchmark for those seeking comprehensive training and direct access to the professional dance sector.
Absolutely! At the Accademia Susanna Beltrami, professional training in contemporary dance isn't limited to technique alone, but also strongly values artistic creativity. During the three-year program, you'll have numerous opportunities to delve deeper into choreography and composition, with dedicated workshops and practical projects that will allow you to develop your personal style and hone your stagecraft skills. Some works have also been selected by the director to be presented at festivals: MILANoLTRE Festival, FIND Danza Cagliari, etc.
Absolutely! Accademia Susanna Beltrami, thanks to the strength and collaboration within the Dancehaus community, offers a highly flexible and customizable program. Morning urban dance lessons can be integrated into the contemporary dance curriculum, thus enriching the training with the broadest spectrum of contemporary dance. This approach allows students to develop a comprehensive professional education, tailored to their specific passions and needs, while maintaining the high quality of the program through to the completion of the regional diploma at the end of the three-year program.













