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Teacher Announcement:

Nina Poláková

joins ART of – Ballet Summer Course Zurich

3–15 August 2026 | Zurich

We are honoured to welcome Nina Poláková to ART of – Ballet Summer Course Zurich.

Director of the Ballet of the Slovak National Theatre and former leading artist of the Vienna State Ballet, Nina brings exceptional stage experience, classical refinement and artistic depth to the studio.

Her career includes major roles across the classical and neoclassical repertoire, shaped by years of international performance, coaching and leadership at the highest level.

For young dancers, advanced students and professional dancers, this is a unique opportunity to work with an artist who understands the complete journey from student to professional dancer — technique, artistry, discipline and stage presence.

Tanzwerk 101 | Zurich

Limited groups | Ages 10+

Apply now: https://zurich.art-of.net

We are delighted to announce Nina Poláková as part of the ART of – Ballet Summer Course Zurich teacher team.

Nina Poláková is Director of the Ballet of the Slovak National Theatre and a former leading artist of the Vienna State Ballet. Her artistic path connects deep classical tradition, international stage experience and the responsibility of guiding dancers at the highest professional level.

Throughout her career, she performed leading roles in major classical and neoclassical works, bringing together musicality, dramatic expression, technical clarity and refined stage presence.

In Zurich, participants will have the opportunity to learn from an artist whose experience reaches from world-stage performance to artistic leadership and coaching.

For dancers preparing for auditions, professional company life and future careers, this is a special chance to receive guidance that supports both technique and artistry.

3–15 August 2026 | Zurich
Tanzwerk 101

For dancers from age 10
Limited groups

Apply now: https://zurich.art-of.net

We are delighted to announce Elena Vostrotina as part of the ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid teacher team.

Elena Vostrotina is Principal Dancer of Zurich Ballet and a Vaganova-trained artist whose career has taken her from St. Petersburg to Semperoper Ballett and Ballett Zürich.

Her experience includes major classical roles such as Odette/Odile, Nikiya, Myrtha, Aurora and the Lilac Fairy, alongside a wide contemporary and neoclassical repertoire.

In Madrid, participants will have the opportunity to work with Elena on classical ballet and repertoire, receiving guidance that supports technical precision, musicality and artistic presence.

For dancers preparing for auditions, professional company life and future careers, this is a special chance to learn from an artist performing at the highest international level.

13–25 July 2026 | Madrid

Advanced students and professional dancers welcome.

Limited places available: https://madrid.art-of.net

Teacher Announcement:

Elena Vostrotina

joins ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid

13–25 July 2026 | Madrid

We are honoured to welcome Elena Vostrotina to ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid.

Principal Dancer of Zurich Ballet, Elena brings an exceptional artistic path shaped by the Vaganova tradition, the Mariinsky/Kirov Ballet, Semperoper Ballett and Ballett Zürich.

Her career connects refined classical technique, dramatic depth and contemporary versatility, with leading roles across the great classical repertoire as well as works by today’s most influential choreographers.

For advanced students and professional dancers, this is a unique opportunity to work with an artist who understands the highest demands of international company life, auditions and stage performance.

Limited places available.
Apply now: https://madrid.art-of.net

We are delighted to announce Wim Vanlessen as part of the ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid teacher team.

Wim Vanlessen is Artistic Director of Time To Dance and a former Principal Dancer of Royal Ballet of Flanders. A Prix de Lausanne prize winner himself, he was also selected as a jury member for the Prix de Lausanne 2025.

His career includes leading roles in major classical and contemporary works, with experience across repertoire by choreographers such as Cranko, Béjart, Grigorovich, Balanchine, Akram Khan, Forsythe, Maillot and Dawson.

In Madrid, participants will have the opportunity to work with Wim on ballet, repertoire and the professional qualities that support a dancer’s growth: clarity, presence, musicality and confidence.

13–25 July 2026 | Madrid

Advanced students and professional dancers welcome.

Limited places available: https://madrid.art-of.net

Teacher Announcement:

Claudio Cangialosi

joins ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid

13–25 July 2026 | Madrid

We are proud to welcome Claudio Cangialosi to ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid.

Italian choreographer, guest artist and former First Soloist with Dresden Semperoper Ballett and Ballet of Flanders, Claudio brings a powerful artistic voice shaped by nearly two decades of international stage experience.

His work connects physical research, musicality, theatricality and improvisation. Through his signature Flow Class, dancers are invited to explore new textures, dynamics and expressive possibilities within the body.

For advanced students and professional dancers, this is a unique opportunity to expand versatility, deepen movement intelligence, and prepare for the demands of today’s professional dance world.

Limited places available.
Apply now: https://madrid.art-of.net

We are delighted to announce Claudio Cangialosi as part of the ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid teacher team.

Claudio is an acclaimed Italian choreographer and former First Soloist with Dresden Semperoper Ballett and Ballet of Flanders. His artistic path includes collaborations with some of the most influential choreographers of our time, including William Forsythe, Akram Khan, Jiří Kylián, Ohad Naharin, Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui and Mats Ek.

In Madrid, participants will have the opportunity to experience his Flow Class, a movement practice rooted in improvisation, physical research and the discovery of new qualities within the body.

This workshop is especially valuable for dancers preparing for auditions, professional company life and a future in today’s diverse dance landscape.

13–25 July 2026 | Madrid

Advanced students and professional dancers welcome.

Limited places available: https://madrid.art-of.net

We are delighted to announce Dr. Luis Gadea Mateos as part of the ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid teacher team.

Dr. Luis Gadea Mateos holds a PhD in Dance Science and has been Head Physical Therapist of the National Dance Company of Spain since 2001. He is also a professor and researcher in dance science at the Conservatory of Dance in Madrid.

In Madrid, participants will have the opportunity to learn from his deep experience in dance health, injury prevention, physical preparation and the demands of professional performance.

For dancers preparing for auditions, company life and long-term careers, this work is essential: understanding the body is part of becoming a complete artist.

13–25 July 2026 | Madrid

Advanced students and professional dancers welcome.
Limited places available: https://madrid.art-of.net

Teacher Announcement:

Dr. Luis Gadea Mateos

joins ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid

13–25 July 2026 | Madrid

We are honoured to welcome Dr. Luis Gadea Mateos to ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid.

PhD in Dance Science, Head Physical Therapist of the National Dance Company of Spain, professor and researcher in dance science, Dr. Luis brings essential knowledge for every dancer who wants to train intelligently and build a sustainable career.

His work connects physical health, performance, injury prevention and the specific demands of professional dance.

For advanced students and professional dancers, this is a unique opportunity to better understand the body, refine working habits and prepare for the physical realities of company life.

Limited places available.
Apply now: https://madrid.art-of.net

We are delighted to announce Anna Urban as part of the ART of – Ballet Summer Course Madrid teacher team.

Anna Urban is a former Principal Dancer of Hamburg Ballet and Ballet Teacher at the School of Hamburg Ballet. Her career combines the strength of the Vaganova tradition with the artistic world of John Neumeier’s Hamburg Ballet.

During her years on stage, she performed a wide-ranging repertoire and had numerous roles created for her, bringing together precision, musicality and expressive depth.

In Madrid, participants will have the opportunity to work with Anna on classical ballet and repertoire, receiving guidance that supports both technical clarity and artistic maturity.

For dancers preparing for auditions, professional company life and future careers, this is a special chance to learn from an artist with exceptional stage and teaching experience.

13–25 July 2026 | Madrid

Advanced students and professional dancers welcome.

Limited places available: https://madrid.art-of.net