Milano Dancing City 2026: Free Dance Lessons and Performances Return to Italy
Milano Dancing City, a dance promotion project organized by Centro ArteMente, is set to return for its eighth edition from March 7 to May 10, 2026. The event will feature free lessons, performances, and special events, including a workshop led by Fernando Suels Mendoza, a former dancer with the renowned Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch.
What is Milano Dancing City?
Milano Dancing City aims to promote dance and craft it accessible to everyone, regardless of experience level. The project began in January with a critical writing workshop and will continue with a day trip to Reggio Emilia to notice a performance by Simona Bertozzi’s company, The Street. This will be followed by a series of free dance lessons at BASE Milano from March 15 to May 10.
Dance for Everyone: Free Lessons for All Levels
The core of Milano Dancing City is the “Dance for Everyone” cycle of free lessons. These lessons are designed for individuals with no prior dance experience and will cover a variety of styles, including:
- Yoga with Lia Courrier
- Contact Improvisation with Roberto Lun
- Danceability® with Monica Morselli
- Vogueing® with Chuck (Alessandro Norrito)
- Couple dancing with Francesco Benzo
Special Workshop with Fernando Suels Mendoza
A highlight of Milano Dancing City 2026 will be a special lesson/action on May 10, 2026, led by Fernando Suels Mendoza. Mendoza is a long-time dancer with Tanztheater Wuppertal Pina Bausch, having been a full-time member from 1995 to 2018. He contributed to the creation of 14 pieces by Pina Bausch and performed in many more. The workshop, geared towards absolute beginners, will encourage participants to explore their movement through gestures, voice, and words, fostering creativity and fun. The workshop will seize place from 3 to 7 pm at Base in Milan, Italy.
Event Details
Dates: March 7 – May 10, 2026
Location: BASE Milano, via Bergognone 34, 20144 Milan, Italy
Registration: Information and registration details can be found at milanodancingcity.it. Registration can be made by phone/Whatsapp at +39 391 3009917 or via email at lezioni@milanodancingcity.it. An online form is also available at www.milanodancingcity.it/danza-per-tutti/.
Looking Ahead
Milano Dancing City 2026 promises to be a vibrant celebration of dance, offering opportunities for both beginners and experienced dancers to explore their creativity and enjoy the art form. With free lessons and a special workshop led by a renowned dancer, the event is sure to attract a diverse audience and contribute to the growing dance community in Milan.