Dance Education Berlin: 10-Month Intensive in Contemporary Dance

### Overview
The Dance Education Berlin program is a profound, 10-month examination of dance and movement in both theory and practice. As a specialized training institution in Berlin, SENECA INTENSIV offers a professional environment that combines technical expertise with artistic research. Participants focus on contemporary dance, classical techniques, improvisation, and creation, supplemented by insights into various dance-technical and dance-theoretical areas. This program serves as a well-founded dance preparatory course or as a dance orientation year to sharpen one's own artistic identity. The year concludes with a professional stage performance, showcasing both original works and choreographies by guest choreographers.

### Curriculum
The program is structured into five stages:
1. **Foundation & Theory**: Foundational technical dance training paired with theoretical seminars contextualizing contemporary dance history and the body.
2. **Physical Awareness**: Intense dance training exploring the limits and possibilities of the body, supported by workshops in movement, performance, and creation.
3. **Choreographic Process**: Collaboration with professional guest choreographers to develop repertoire for the stage.
4. **Intensive Immersion**: Peak physical training complemented by an artistic group trip to inspire artistic development and foster personal projects.
5. **Production & KONDENSAT**: Creating, rehearsing, and performing original works in the final showcase, KONDENSAT.

### Schedule
- **Program Dates**: August 24, 2026, to June 28, 2027
- **Schedule**: Monday - Thursday, 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM (except on public holidays and during Berlin school holidays)

### Cost
- **Tuition**: €3,800
- **Payment Options**: Payment in installments is possible at no additional cost.

### Who it's for
This program is designed for individuals aged 17 to 47 who are motivated, reliable, and open to new physical experiences. It is suitable for those seeking targeted preparation for entrance exams for dance studies, advanced dance training for auditions at international schools, or a sabbatical in dance to deepen their physical practice. Participants should have already danced intensively and wish to deepen their dance techniques, aiming for a transition from an advanced hobby level to a professional level through sound dance training.

### Audition
- **Audition Dates**: May 9, June 13, July 11, 2026
- **Application Fee**: €30 (non-refundable)
- **Application Process**: Interested candidates must select an audition format (on-site or via video), register using the provided form, prepare necessary documents (artistic CV and letter of motivation), and submit them at least one week before the audition date.

### Language
The program is conducted in English and German, with support for international participants expected to actively learn German.

### Venue
The studios are located in Berlin Marzahn (Georg-Knorr-Straße), approximately 8 minutes on foot from Marzahn S-Bahn station.

### Contact
For more information, applicants can reach out via email at bewerbung@senecaintensiv.de.