Performing Arts Summer Program in Milan

Course Description: Performing Arts Summer Program in Milan

An extraordinary opportunity for young performers to study opera and performing arts at the heart of Italy’s cultural capital. The Performing Arts Summer Program in Milan is designed for passionate students who want to refine their vocal and performance skills while immersing themselves in the birthplace of opera itself.

Set in Milan — home to Teatro alla Scala and Italy’s most prestigious music institutions — this program blends professional-level training, hands-on stage experience, and rich cultural discovery. It is ideal for aspiring singers, performers, stage artists, and music lovers seeking an authentic European performing arts education.

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📍 Program Overview

• Location: Milan, Italy

  (Activities held at Teatro alla Scala, Piccolo Teatro, and Teatro Arcimboldi)

• Ages: 15–18

• Dates: 6 – 18 July

• Language of Instruction: English

  (B1+ English level recommended)

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🌟 Why Choose This Program

🎓 Learn from Industry Professionals

Masterclasses are led by experienced vocal coaches, opera performers, and stage directors from Italy’s leading conservatories and professional opera houses.

🎭 Study Where Opera Was Perfected

Live and train in Milan — the historic centre of Italian opera and classical music — surrounded by world-class theatres and centuries of artistic heritage.

🎤 Hands-On, Performance-Driven Learning

This program moves beyond theory. Students participate in vocal laboratories, stage rehearsals, ensemble work, and performance preparation, culminating in a final showcase.

🎶 Italian Language & Musical Expression

Students develop a deeper understanding of Italian diction, phrasing, and musical interpretation — essential skills for opera and classical performance.

🌍 International Community & Full Immersion

Live in modern student residences, form friendships with peers from around the world, and experience a creative environment that inspires artistic growth 24/7.

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🚀 Program Highlights

✅ 30 hours of specialised performing arts instruction

• 15 hours of theory

• 15 hours of workshops and rehearsals

✅ Two academic tracks to choose from

• Vocal Performance & Interpretation

• Stagecraft & Production

✅ Professional rehearsal studios & performance spaces

✅ Cultural visits to Teatro alla Scala Museum and Milan’s historic theatres

✅ Weekend excursions & guided city sightseeing

✅ Final recital or mini opera performance

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🎯 Academic Tracks

🎤 Track 1: Vocal Performance & Interpretation

Designed for aspiring singers and vocal performers.

• Daily vocal warm-ups and technique sessions

• Breath control, projection, and vocal health

• Italian diction and pronunciation for singers

• Character study and emotional interpretation

• Solo or ensemble performance preparation

• Final recital or staged performance

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🎭 Track 2: Stagecraft & Production

Ideal for students interested in the behind-the-scenes world of opera and theatre.

• Fundamentals of stage direction

• Lighting and scenic design

• Costume design and visual storytelling

• Backstage coordination and production planning

• Final group project or staged presentation

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🧠 Teaching Model & Artistic Approach

The program follows a triple-focus learning model:

🎓 Theoretical Instruction

Opera history, musical styles, vocal techniques, and performance theory.

🎤 Practical Artistic Training

Daily rehearsals, coaching sessions, stage movement, and performance labs.

🌍 Cultural & Linguistic Immersion

Italian language for singers, expressive acting workshops, and cultural exploration.

🎶 Final Showcase

Students present their work in a final concert, recital, or mini opera performance for peers and instructors.

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🗓️ A Typical Day in Milan

Each day balances learning, creativity, exploration, and rest in a safe, supervised environment.

07:00 – Wake-up

08:00 – 09:00 – Breakfast 🍽️

10:00 – 12:30 – Morning workshops (vocal or stage training)

12:30 – 13:30 – Lunch 🍴

13:30 – 16:30 – Afternoon rehearsals or project work

17:00 – 19:00 – Excursions or group cultural activities 🚍

19:00 – 20:00 – Dinner

20:00 – 22:30 – Evening social or creative activities 🎭

23:00 – Lights out 🌙

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🏛️ Cultural Excursions & Enrichment

🎼 Teatro alla Scala Museum

Explore the history of one of the world’s most famous opera houses.

🌆 Milan City Tour

Discover historic theatres, artistic districts, landmarks, and cultural spaces.

🎨 Special Weekend Excursions

Experience Italian culture, cuisine, and music beyond the classroom.

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🏨 Accommodation & Student Life

📍 Aparto Student Residence – Milan City Centre

Students stay in a modern, purpose-built residence designed for international students.

• Single studio rooms

• Private bathroom & kitchenette

• Shared common areas, gym, cinema rooms & study spaces

• 24/7 supervision by dedicated house parents

• Safe, supportive, international community

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🍽️ Meals & Nutrition

All boarding students enjoy full-board catering, thoughtfully planned to support both energy-intensive rehearsals and overall wellbeing throughout the program.

What’s Included

• Three meals per day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

• Meals provided daily throughout the program

• Served in safe, supervised dining environments

• Designed to suit the demanding schedule of young performers

Mediterranean-Inspired Dining

Meals follow a Mediterranean-style approach, known for supporting stamina, vocal health, and recovery:

• Fresh vegetables and seasonal produce

• Balanced proteins (meat, fish, legumes, plant-based options)

• Pasta, rice, and whole grains for sustained energy

• Light, nutritious meals suitable for rehearsal days

Special Dietary Requirements

The program is fully equipped to accommodate a wide range of dietary needs:

• 🌱 Vegetarian and vegan diets

• 🌾 Gluten-free options

• 🥜 Food allergies and intolerances

• 🕌 Religious dietary requirements (where possible)

Dietary needs can be communicated in advance to ensure students are properly supported from day one.

A Social & Cultural Experience

Mealtimes are also an important part of the cultural experience:

• Students dine together, strengthening friendships

• Opportunities to experience Italian cuisine and food culture

• A relaxed setting to unwind after rehearsals and workshops

This ensures students remain well-nourished, energised, and focused, allowing them to fully enjoy both the artistic and cultural elements of the program.

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✈️ Travel & Transfers

• Nearest Airports:

• Milan Malpensa (MXP)

• Milan Linate (LIN)

• Milan Bergamo (BGY)

🚍 Airport Transfers (Optional)

Safe, supervised airport transfers organised by camp staff.

• Malpensa (MXP): €100 one-way / €200 return

• Bergamo (BGY): €100 one-way / €200 return

• Linate (LIN): €50 one-way / €100 return

Group transfers included when arriving/departing within scheduled time windows (09:00–15:00).

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🎓 Certification & Visa Support

• 📜 Certificate of Completion awarded to all participants

• 📑 Visa support letters available upon request

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💡 Why Parents & Students Choose This Program

✨ Study performing arts in Italy’s cultural capital

✨ Build a strong artistic portfolio with real stage experience

✨ Learn from professional opera specialists

✨ Experience a rich blend of education, creativity, and culture

✨ Grow in confidence, independence, and artistic expression

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🔥 Let Your Talent Shine in Milan

Don’t just study performing arts — live it in the city where opera was born.

Join the Performing Arts Summer Program in Milan and experience a once-in-a-lifetime blend of music, culture, creativity, and professional training 🎶🇮🇹