INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL – New York

In Manhattan, under the artistic direction of Antonio Fini, the International Summer School takes place over 2 weeks with many classes in different styles and a final performance at the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater during the Fini International Dance Award.

The Fini Dance INTENSIVE New York, Fini Dance DREAM New York, and URBAN POWER New York are programs of the same International Summer School in New York, but designed for different targets, levels, and atmospheres.

Participation in the INTENSIVE Summer School and the final performance is possible only through audition or invitation.

The DREAM and URBAN POWER programs are open to all dancers without audition.

INTENSIVE: Ballet/Modern – Contemporary – Repertory
performative and selective, intended for advanced-level dancers, with admission through audition.
It is ideal for those aiming for pre-professional training.
Focus on modern/contemporary and repertory, designed for those who seek a rigorous academic‑technical‑choreutic path.

DREAM: Hip-Hop – Musical – Modern – Ballet – Contemporary – Heels
URBAN POWER: Hip Hop – House – Street Jazz – Heels – and much more
intermediate‑advanced level, open access (no audition required).
More cross‑over classes, chosen by Students, suitable for those seeking spectacular performances and a more commercial approach.
These programs are more oriented toward impressive performances and visual content for those who want to “live the dream.”

During the classes, scholarships will be awarded for the best dance centers in New York and Italy.
At the end of the course, participants will receive the FINI DANCE NEW YORK CERTIFICATE.

The minimum age to participate in the International Summer School is 14 years old (accompanied by an adult). From age 16, students may travel alone.

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Program

From August 22nd to September 2nd 2026

The festival in Manhattan takes place from August 22nd to September 2nd with a show and performance at the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater on August 30th.

A unique international experience in the heart of New York, with classes and the opportunity to perform on the Alvin Ailey Citigroup Theater stage during the Fini International Dance Award →.

At the end of the program, you will receive the Certificate of Attendance International Summer School – Fini Dance New York 2026.

The workshop is professional in nature.
All classes are mandatory.

The program* also includes the following activities:

22 Hotel check-in and visit to TIME SQUARE (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
23 Stretching in Central Park
24 Brooklyn Photoshoot**
25 Ferry to the Statue of Liberty (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
26 Pizza at Ribalta
27 Lincoln Center Theaters (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
28 9/11 Memorial and MoMA (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
29 Theater rehearsals
30 Performance at Alvin Ailey Citigroup
30 VIP Gala – Red Carpet

SEPTEMBER

1 Coney Island Beach (for those who opt for the flight & accommodation package)
2 Extra Shopping and Departure

* the program, which includes activities reserved for members of the flight & accommodation package, may be subject to changes

** Photoshoot and performances will be followed by Angie Valentino, make-up artist for Good Morning America and the musical Aladdin, together with the BCM makeup artists (Professional Makeup School of Milan).

Program details will be added closer to the event to offer participants the opportunity to attend lessons from the best teachers in their disciplines.

Teachers 2026

Coming Soon

Among the teachers of the past years we find directors and dancers of important companies and schools, including:

Costs

International Summer School (2.200€ per person)

Masterclass at the Summer Intensive, Dream or Urban Power New York in Manhattan, under the direction of Antonio Fini
Performance at the Fini International Dance Award
Certificate of attendance International Summer School – New York 2026
Professional Photoshoot
Dedicated private Whatsapp group for members

Flight&Accommodation Package from Italy (2.800€ per person – SOLD OUT) includes:

Roundtrip airfare Milan – New York (limited seats)
Accommodation 11 nights in Manhattan hotel in shared quadruple rooms
Roundtrip flight insurance
Health insurance
Transfer by private bus to and from NYC airport / Hotel
ESTA issuance (U.S. Electronic System for Authorization to Land in the U.S.)
VIP Ticket for 1 entry for the Fini International Dance Award
VIP Ticket Reception Party of the Awards
Dedicated private Whatsapp group for attendees
Visit location Lincoln Center
Visit Steps on Broadway location
Visit Brooklyn Bridge
Visit 9/11 Memorial
Visit Financial District
Visit Oculus
Visit Times Square
Visit Central Park
Visit Patrick’s Cathedral & 5th Avenue
Rockefeller Center
Grand Central Terminal
Staten Island Ferry
High Line
Coney Island
Bryant Park
New York Library
Chinatown & Little Italy

NOT included in the offer

Transfers in Italy
meals or drinks
drinks or beverages in the hotel
travel in New York City
entrance tickets to monuments and museums not indicated
extra and personal expenses

N.B. The Artistic Direction reserves the right to modify the program in case of technical or artistic needs, for a better success of the Event.

Scholarships

You can obtain a scholarship to participate in the International Summer School through:

video audition;
selections that take place during our initiatives;
during Speciale Firenze;
in partner events;
participating in the workshops of our ambassadors.

For the audition, please send a video (maximum 60 seconds) of a recent performance or a contemporary variation. If you study ballet, please also include an adagio. You can send the video via WhatsApp → or send a video link by email →, indicating your age and the dance school you come from. We will get back to you as soon as possible with the results.

N.B .: Sending the audition video does not obligate you to purchase the courses, nor does it guarantee acceptance into the program. The video will be viewed exclusively by Mr. Fini and his collaborators for the purpose of evaluating the audition. It will not be shared publicly.

Accomodations

WARNING
SOLD OUT! REGISTRATION FOR THE FLIGHT & ACCOMMODATION PACKAGE IS CLOSED

Students and their companions are requested to stay in the affiliated facilities, booking through Fini Dance, for a better organization of the Summer Intensive – until seats are filled

Flight&Accommodation Package from Italy (2.800€ per person) includes:

Roundtrip airfare Milan – New York (limited seats)
Accommodation 11 nights in Manhattan hotel in shared quadruple rooms
Roundtrip flight insurance
Health insurance
Transfer by private bus to and from NYC airport / Hotel
ESTA issuance (U.S. Electronic System for Authorization to Land in the U.S.)
VIP Ticket for 1 entry for the Fini International Dance Award
VIP Ticket Reception Party of the Awards
Dedicated private Whatsapp group for attendees
Visit location Lincoln Center
Visit Steps on Broadway location
Visit Brooklyn Bridge
Visit 9/11 Memorial
Visit Financial District
Visit Oculus
Visit Times Square
Visit Central Park
Visit Patrick’s Cathedral & 5th Avenue
Rockefeller Center
Grand Central Terminal
Staten Island Ferry
High Line
Coney Island
Bryant Park
New York Library
Chinatown & Little Italy

N.B. The Artistic Direction reserves the right to modify the program in case of technical or artistic needs, for a better success of the Event.

Click here to learn more about our flight&accommodation package

Location

Manhattan, New York

International Summer School New York

INTENSIVE New York

DREAM New York

URBAN POWER New York

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INTENSIVE – DREAM & URBAN POWER

INTENSIVE

Last Name *

Frist Name *

Birth Date *

Birth Place *

Codice Fiscale (for Italian participants) / Nation (for others participants) *

Residence Address (street, postal code, city) *

Participant Identity Document Type *

Participant Identity Document Number *

Participant Phone Number *

E-Mail *

Emergency Contact + relation

Stage *

Eventual Additional Internship

Dance School (and city) *

Any Notes

I have read and accept the FINI DANCE REGULATION *

I have read and consent to the processing of data as stated in the Privacy Policy. Read the Privacy Policy *

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DREAM & URBAN POWER

Last Name *

Frist Name *

Birth Date *

Birth Place *

Codice Fiscale (for Italian participants) / Nation (for others participants) *

Residence Address (street, postal code, city) *

Participant Identity Document Type *

Participant Identity Document Number *

Participant Phone Number *

E-Mail *

Emergency Contact + relation

Stage *

Eventual Additional Internship

Dance School (and city) *

Any Notes

I have read and accept the FINI DANCE REGULATION *

I have read and consent to the processing of data as stated in the Privacy Policy. Read the Privacy Policy *

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Cost exclusively for the School: $ 2000

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Certificate of attendance International Summer School – Fini Dance New York 2024
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Cost exclusively for the School: $ 1800

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Performance at the Fini Dance Festival – Italian International Dance Award
Certificate of attendance International Summer School – Fini Dance New York 2024
Photoshoot Dancers

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Cost exclusively for the School: $ 1800

• Advanced level masterclass at the Summer Intensive New York in Manhattan
• Performance at the Fini Dance Festival – Italian International Dance Award
• VIP Ticket for 1 entry to the Italian International Dance Award
• VIP Ticket Reception Party of the Awards

nb: All participants and their companions must certify that they are negative for Covid-19 in order to participate in Fini Dance New York courses and events.

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Students

Cost exclusively for the School: € 1500

nb: All participants and their companions must certify that they are negative for Covid-19 in order to participate in Fini Dance New York courses and events.

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Students

You can participate in the Summer Intensive through: video audition, selections that take place at the fair, partner events, workshops of our ambassadors.
For the audition please send the video of your performance via whatsapp or link it via email. You will be contacted as soon as possible for the results!

Cost exclusively for the School: € 1400

nb: All participants and their companions must certify that they are negative for Covid-19 in order to participate in Fini Dance New York courses and events.

Program

The festival will start on August 21st with a final evening on August 31st.
classes will be from august 21st to the 25th and from the 27th to the 30th. August 26th will be a break while August 31st will be dedicated to rehearsals for the show (if necessary).
The lessons will start every morning at 9 am and will continue until 1 pm with some small breaks.

Each day will begin with the physical preparation of the Fini Code method followed by the Ballet lesson for modern dance and then follow with an American Modern Dance Technique or contemporary stile.

Participants will be selected to participate in the opening of the Italian International Dance Award which took place every year at the Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre. Due to Covid-19 this year the festival could take place outdoors.

Among the scheduled lessons:
Michael Mao Dance, Fini Dance New York.
Buglisi Dance Theater, Abarukas Dance.
Graham, Horton, Limon, Taylor, Hawkins.
The complete program will be delivered before the festival starts.

N.B. The Artistic Directors reserve the right to change the program in case of technical or artistic need for a better success of the Event.

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Students

Fini Dance Professional Summer Intensive
Opportunity to perform in Alvin Ailey Dance Teather
Hotel accommodation in Manhattan (4 people per room)
Flight from Rome / Milan – New York
Insurance
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Ticket for the Italian International Dance Award
Award VIP Reception Party Ticket

Cost: € 2978€ (2778€ if you sign up by March 2020)

Cost exclusively for the School: € 1300

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INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL – New York