The programme produced by Compagnia Zappalà Danza to immerse oneself in the unique language of Roberto Zappalà, through an intensive course in a Centre of national excellence.
Discover the MoDem language
Two Paths - One Excellence
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MoDem Audition
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MoDem PRO
Professional training pathway focused on the Compagnia Zappalà Danza language. An intensive three-month programme designed for professional and pre-professional dancers who wish to immerse themselves in the MoDem choreographic vocabulary.
Phase One
The first half of the programme is devoted to the introduction and in-depth exploration of its core principles.
Roberto Zappalà opens the course by presenting the key concepts and vocabulary of the MoDem language.
The work is then further developed by dancers from the company through three consecutive modules,
each lasting two weeks:
• Exegesis and Lava Flowing
Exploration of the concept of Exegesis and its development into Lava Flowing, through a guided analytical process led by the instructor.
• Rhythm | Lava Bubbles and Lava Deep
Introduction to rhythm and rhythmicity within the MoDem concepts.
• Weight and Horizontality
An in-depth exploration of weight (drop and breath) and horizontality, which are fundamental to the understanding of the MoDem language.
Phase Two
In the second phase of the programme, the focus shifts towards practical application and
creative development. The concepts explored during the first phase Exegesis, Lava Flowing, Lava Deep, Rhythm, Weight, and Horizontality
are consolidated through the study of repertoire that progressively aligns with the company's
original versions.
Roberto Zappalà resumes direct work with the participants, consolidating the key concepts and guiding them towards the final stage of the programme.
During the final weeks, Silvia Oteri leads participants through the creation and development of their own coreographic Seeds: personal compositions built upon the repertoire material acquired during the programme, translating theoretical concepts into individual creative practice.
Extra Activities
The programme is further enriched by a range of complementary activities, offering additional perspectives on the work of Compagnia Zappalà Danza:
• Observation of selected CZD rehearsals, providing participants with direct insight into the company’s creative process;
• CINE ZAP, dedicated screening evenings featuring the company’s repertoire works;
• Introduction to Video & Dance, exploring Roberto Zappalà’s choreographic journey and the history of the company through selected excerpts from CZD performances.
Participation is by selection only and is limited to a limited number of 30 participants.
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MoDem language and CZD repertoire
Roberto Zappalà
Fernando Roldán Ferrer
Silvia Oteri
Maud de la Purification
Sonia Mingo
Silvia Rossi
Anna Forzutti
Corinne Cilia
Alessandra Verona
Laura Finocchiaro
Giulia Berretta
Gaia Occhipinti
Salvatore Romania
Roberto Provenzano
MoDem ATELIER
• Storia & Dance (First year)
Approfondimento della danza nel suo contesto storico e contemporaneo.
• Video & Dance (First year)
An analysis of dance in audiovisual media and the relationship between the body and the media.
• Critiche agli spettacoli (First year)
Attending performances from the Scenario Pubblico season and writing critical reviews under the guidance of industry professionals.
• Tutorial & Dance (Second year)
Tools for entering the professional world: CVs, cover letters, auditions and video materials.
• Études (Second year)
Creation of short choreographic pieces to develop technique, interpretation and creative ability.
• Riflessioni sullo studio personale
Writing exercises and self-analysis to foster artistic awareness and autonomy.

Fabrice Mazliah, Martin Schick, Canedicoda. Nel 2016 è tra i fondatori di HOOD, collettivo artistico che esplora nuovi modelli per instillare l'arte nella società. Dopo anni di ricerca di
decontestualizzazione della danza tra le montagne del biellese, nel 2015 apre a Rosazza in Valle Cervo il micro spazio indipendente AUTOBAHN - WILLIAM WILLHELM CAFFEE - DALLAS. Nel 2022 nella Valle Alcantara in Sicilia, inizia insieme a Nandhan Molinaro, un
progetto di ricerca indipendente sulla sostenibilità esplorando la relazione tra danza e ambiente. Il suo lavoro è stato presentato, tra gli altri, al Theatre de la Bastille Paris, HAU Berlin, Acker stadt palast Berlin, Tanzhaus Düsseldorf, Barishnokov Arts Center New York,
Biennale Venezia, ADC Ginevra, Kampnagel Hamburg, Live Arts Week Bologna, UOVO Performing Art Festival Milano, Triennale Milano, Cango Firenze, Crisalide Forlì, Kaserne Basel, De Singel Antwerpen, Schauspielhaus Stuttgart,, PACT Zollverein Essen, Palazzo delle Esposizioni Roma, Museion Bolzano. È stata inoltre coach artistico di Aterballetto a Reggio Emilia, ha insegnato composizione coreografica all’università Iuav Venezia, al CND Parigi, al PACT ZOLLVERREIN Hessen, al Kyoto University Art and Design, a P.A.R.T.S. Bruxelles

Since 2012, she has been assistant choreographer and rehearsal director for the Sasha Waltz company, collaborating on the transmission and restaging of works in international institutions, including the Gothenburg Ballet, the National Ballet of Portugal, Codarts, and the Łódź Opera.
As a teacher, since 1995 she has been conducting contemporary dance, contact improvisation, and improvisation classes in Israel and Europe, as well as teaching Sasha Waltz’s repertoire. She collaborates with numerous educational institutions including Modem/Scenario Pubblico, SEAD (Salzburg), TanzFabrik (Berlin), and others. Since 2020, she has co-directed the professional program CO-LAB with Giannalberto de Filippis.
Since 2005, together with de Filippis, she has created choreographies presented at major international festivals and venues (Aerowaves, Oriente Occidente, Tanec Praha, Suzanne Dellal Center, etc.). Among their best-known works are In Between, Silenzio Cucito, Left Between Us, PLONTER, and Collegate. Their creations have received awards at competitions such as Hannover and Oriente Occidente.

La sua ricerca indaga il corpo come territorio di potenziale continuo, focalizzandosi sulla dimensione relazionale e sul movimento come spazio di dialogo.
Come interprete collabora con importanti realtà, autori e autrici del panorama contemporaneo, tra cui Fabrizio Favale / Le Supplici, Marina Giovannini, Marina Mascarell, Nelson Reguera, Letizia Renzini, Cristina Kristal Rizzo, Sara Sguotti, Virgilio Sieni e Thierry Smith / Thor.
Il suo percorso autoriale comprende Vesalii Icones (opera diretta da Peter Maxwell per la Biennale Musica di Venezia 2014), Verso una visione caleidoscopica (2015), Divino per metà (2018), Tiny space Costruzione (2018), Ultima Estate (finalista Premio Equilibrio 2018), Stanza 1.5 Site (Premio Danza Urbana XL 2020) e Dittico Orientale (2025).
Nel 2018 fonda con Giulio Petrucci C.G.J. Collettivo Giulio e Jari, dal 2024 artisti associati del Centro Nazionale di Produzione della Danza Cango, con cui firma produzioni ospitate in festival quali Romaeuropa, FOG Triennale, Short Theatre, Operaestate, Interplay e Gender Bender.
Nel 2020 riceve il Premio Danza&Danza come interprete emergente e dal 2026 è direttore artistico, insieme a Virgilio Sieni, di VS1, la nuova compagnia giovanile del Centro Nazionale di Produzione della Danza Cango di Firenze.

Nel corso della sua carriera ha collaborato con coreografi e compagnie di fama internazionale, tra cui Metrosdansa, Leine&Roebana, Compagnia Zappalà Danza, IVONA e, più recentemente, LASADCUM.
Ha inoltre lavorato come attrice e coreografa per il cinema e il teatro con registi quali Àlex Rigola, Nao Albet e Marcel Borrás. Dal 2010 fa parte della compagnia La Veronal, diretta da Marcos Morau. Con la compagnia si è esibita nei più prestigiosi teatri e festival internazionali, interpretando produzioni come Rusia, Islandia, Siena, Pájaros Muertos, Voronia, Equal Elevations, Pasionaria e Sonoma.
Tiene regolarmente lezioni e workshop di tecnica classica, danza contemporanea, improvvisazione, composizione e sugli strumenti creativi e il repertorio di La Veronal presso importanti istituzioni, tra cui l'Institut del Teatre di Barcellona e l'Henny Jurriëns Studio di Amsterdam. Attualmente porta avanti un progetto personale insieme all'artista multidisciplinare e 3D Carles Castaño. Prodotto da Servicios Inmersivos, il progetto dà vita a performance interattive che esplorano l'incontro tra arti performative, arte digitale e tecnologia. I loro lavori sono stati presentati in contesti quali il Grec Festival, Fuori Programma, Arts Santa Mònica, MIRA Festival, L.E.V. Festival e MMMad Art. La loro più recente creazione, AGORA, è un'opera in realtà mista in cui il pubblico utilizza dispositivi di realtà virtuale per interagire sia con la scenografia sia con l'interprete.
Technique and Laboratory
Annalisa Di Lanno
Federica Esposito
Amalia Borsellino
Marco Laudani
Claudio Scalia
Alessandro Vacca
Daniela Rapisarda
Dario Rigaglia
Samir Calixto
Marco Pergallini
Stella Pitarresi
Manfredi Perego
Stefano Simmaco
Music and Hip Hop
Nello Toscano
Filosofia
Nello Calabrò
Dramaturgy
Classic
Ernesto Forni
Riccardo Cavalieri
Marta Greco
Lucrezia Catania
Maud de La Purification
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for both paths?
Yes, you can apply for both MoDem PRO and MoDem ATELIER by selecting ‘Both’ in the application form. The committee will assess which pathway best suits your profile.
What kind of video is needed for the SMART audition?
For the SMART application, four videos are required, to be sent exclusively in streaming format via YouTube or Vimeo (making sure that, on Vimeo, the Select Rating option is set to All Audience). The required videos are:
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Choreography video: a recording of a choreography performed or created by you.
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Improvisation video: an improvised sequence that highlights your sensitivity and your body language.
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Classical technique video: maximum 2 minutes, with an adagio at the barre and a short combination in the center.
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Motivational video: a short video in which you explain your motivations for participating in the audition.
When does MoDem PRO take place?
Two annual sessions are planned:
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Sessione autunnale: 14 settembre – 19 dicembre 2026
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Sessione invernale: 8 febbraio – 15 maggio 2027
Is it possible to attend both sessions?
Yes, for a more complete learning experience, participation in both is recommended.
What happens at the end of MoDem PRO?
Up to 6 selected dancers will be able to join CZD2 - compagniazappalàdanza2.
Are there any scholarships for MoDem PRO?
Yes, 3 scholarships of EUR 800 are available for male dancers (20-22 years old) who pass the selection. The scholarships are awarded by ranking.
How can I receive further information?
You can contact the MoDem team via the official contact details given in the Contact Us section.




