Audition for SPECIFIC physical performer 2026
aimed to actors, performers, movers, acrobats and circus artists over 18
who want to gain a structured physical foundation to confidently engage with multidisciplinary projects.
The project:
The program lasts 3 months, from September to December 2026 and includes movement disciplines and physical practices such as vocal training, physical training, action method, physical theatre, creative writing, foundational floorwork, foundational partnering, impro techniques, elements of acrobatics, choreo lab, elements of dramaturgy, structural integration, rhythm, lighting, which allow physical performers to develop coordination, stamina, and movement quality, while providing practical tools to support and sustain action on stage through the body.
A performance is scheduled at the end of the path.
Opportunity
At the end of the program, the Artistic Direction of Twain Centro Produzione Danza will award short creative residencies to selected participants, – period will be agreed upon during the selection process – for the development of personal projects, after selection and evaluation of the project proposal.
Each residency will conclude with a public sharing and an exchange with the local community and performing arts professionals.
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SPECIFIC physical performer is a special project directed by Loris Petrillo, SPECIFIC/NotAcademy, School of Art recognised by Lazio Region organized with Anonima Teatri, in collaboration with Twain Centro di Produzione Danza e Residenza Artistica Nazionale.
It takes place in Tuscania (VT), Italy, a vibrant hub for performing arts thanks to the numerous activities of the Twain Production Center directed by Loredana Parrella, and Anonima Teatri led by Yoris Petrillo and Aleksandros Memetaj, as well as Loris Petrillo’s company and training projects. Festivals, residencies, guest performances, rehearsals, and previews of affiliated companies create a vibrant setting that participants in SPECIFIC physical performer engage with, enriched by an international environment thanks to the presence of the SPECIFIC dancers, coming from all over the world each year to take part in the three-year SPECIFIC training centre for contemporary dancers.
To whom SPECIFIC physical performer is addressed
SPECIFIC physical performer is for:
• Actors looking to make the body central to their stage work, developing a strong physical presence capable of supporting complex actions and sequences.
• Acrobats and circus artists seeking to bring their physical skills into a more structured stage context, beyond individual tricks or isolated abilities.
• Movers and performers aiming to strengthen their physical and performative foundations and use movement as an expressive language.
• Artists wanting to reinforce their physical work before moving on to the next stage of their careers.
Are you a dancer who desires to enter advanced professional training in contemporary dance to get ready to embark on a professional career? Discover SPECIFIC training centre for contemporary dancers
Where:
Auditions are online.
When:
The project lasts 3 months, from September to December 2026
How to Apply:
To apply, just fill out the form at www.lorispetrillo.it/en/teaching-program-en/specific-physicalperformer/
Deadline for applications:
Registrations close when the expected number of participants is reached.
Learn more about the audition at:
https://www.lorispetrillo.it/en/teaching-program-en/specific-physicalperformer/
Visit website to learn more about the company:
https://www.instagram.com/lorispetrilloprogram/
Contact info:
whatsapp: +39 391 774 2511 / email: [email protected]