The new choreographies will premiere on the stage of Biennale Danza 2026. Deadline for applications: 20 October 2025.

The Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement goes to the American choreographer Twyla Tharp. The Brazilian performer, author and director Carolina Bianchi received the Silver Lion.

The 19th International Festival of Contemporary Dance (17 July - 2 August) includes live performances, art and technology, installations, Biennale College, workshops, and conversations. The Festival features 8 world premieres, 7 European premieres, and 5 Italian premieres. Over the course of 17 days, more than 160 artists will be involved in 75 events.

A series of workshops open to the public and aimed at dancers with various levels of experience: from 18 July to 2 August at Sale d’Armi (Arsenale).

A work of public art against climate change, on Tuesday 17 June from 6 pm to 7:30 pm.

The tickets may be purchased online and, during the Festival (from 17 July to 2 August), starting one hour before performance time at the dedicated ticket points.

The 19th International Festival of Contemporary Dance will run from 17 July to 2 August, directed by Wayne McGregor.

Two international calls for the selection of young dancers and choreographers are now available online. Deadline: 6 March 2025.

The winners are: Nuovo Balletto di Toscana (Philippe Kratz and Pablo Girolami), and Bullyache (Courtney Garratt and Jacob Samuel).