The São Paulo School of Dance is offering 555 free spots in dance courses for city residents, with enrollments open until January. Options range from specialization to regular, free, and cultural extension courses, catering to various skill levels and interests.
As the new year begins, the São Paulo School of Dance (SPED) announces 555 free spots in various dance courses for São Paulo residents. Enrollments are available on the school's website, with deadlines varying by type: January 13 for specialization, January 16 for regular and free courses, and January 2 for cultural extension.
The specialization course in classical and contemporary dance interpreter-creator lasts three years, with 1,200 annual hours. It offers intermediate certifications and monthly scholarships of R$1,800. Selected students can join the São Paulo Youth Dance Company, which has 20 effective spots and 10 alternates. Selection includes CV review and virtual and in-person auditions, aimed at intermediate or advanced candidates.
Regular courses, spanning two years and 1,600 hours, target youth aged 16 and older with high school complete or in progress. Selection involves an essay, practical experience, and interview, alongside theory, practice, and extracurricular activities like museum and theater visits.
For beginners or skill enhancement, free courses last one year with 76 hours per semester, starting from age 13. Modalities include classical dance, contemporary, ballroom, urban, and jazz. Selection requires a letter of intent, practical session, and an online interview for ballroom.
Cultural extension courses, totaling 360 spots across 10 options, blend dance with other arts such as musical theater, photography, makeup, and Afro-diasporic ancestries, allowing exploration of diverse styles.
