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    Stagecraft

    The Stagecraft Department trains all the professionals who work primarily behind the scenes and are responsible for the scenic and technical preparation of the performance and the artists.

    Summer camp

    Some children preparing a theatrical performance
    Prerequisites
    All primary and secondary school children can participate.
    Length
    5 weekly sessions
    Deadline to enroll for 2025
    May 22, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Workshop in audio technology

    sound technician sets up a microphone system in the theater
    Admission requirements
    The workshop is aimed at those who wish to acquire the basic concepts related to the audio technology.
    It is also aimed at anyone over the age of 18 who wants to prepare to face the selections for the 2025-26 edition of the Sound Technology Course.
    Length
    From June 30 till July 11, 2025
    Deadline to apply for 2025
    June 15, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Workshop in lighting design

    black silhouette on a dark blu light
    Participant profile
    The workshop is aimed at people over 18 years of age who intend to prepare for the selections of the Course for Lighting Designers at the Teatro alla Scala Academy.
    Length
    5 to 16 May, 2025
    Deadline to apply for 2025
    April 20, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Workshop in draping

    detail of draped lace sleeve on mannequin
    Length
    June 12, 13, 18 and 20, 2025
    Attendance
    From 9 am to 1 pm
    Deadline to apply for 2025
    May 25, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Workshop in synthesizer sound design

    Detail of a synthesizer
    Length
    23 to 27 June 2025
    Attendance
    Mandatory, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
    Deadline to apply for 2025
    June 8, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Workshop in podcasting

    Detail of a podcast and streaming station
    Length
    9 to 13 June 2025
    Attendance
    Mandatory, Monday through Friday from 9.30 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. ad from 2.30 to 5.30 p.m.
    Deadline to apply for 2025
    May 25, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Workshop in tailoring

    detail of male theatrical costume in the style of the 1700s
    Admission requirements
    Age between 16 and 35 years

    It is also aimed at those who intend
    - to acquire basic elements relating to photography, video and new media production and management techniques for the performing arts;
    - to prepare for the selections for the First level academic diploma Course in theatrical costume in the Academic Year 2025-26.
    Length
    7 to 12 July 2025
    Deadline to apply for 2025
    June 18, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Workshop in tutu making techniques

    Detail of a tutulette
    Participant profile
    The workshop is aimed at those who wish to consolidate skills in making a classical ballet tutu. It is also aimed at those who, already possessing knowledge with regard to tailoring and dressmaking techniques, would like to learn more about costuming for ballet.

    The workshop is aimed at a maximum of 12 participants, selected on the basis of the evaluation of the following entry requirements, identified through cv:
    - prior knowledge related to dressmaking techniques;
    - knowledge of and interest in ballet and/or dance.
    Length
    From September 29 to October 3, 2025
    Deadline to apply for 2025
    September 3, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Workshop in multimedia per le performing arts

    Admission requirements

    Age between 16 and 35 years

    It is also aimed at those who intend

    - to acquire basic elements relating to photography, video and new media production and management techniques for the performing arts;

    - to prepare for the selections for the First level academic diploma course in multimedia for the performing arts in the Academic Year 2025-26.

    Length
    7 to 11 July 2025
    Deadline to apply for 25
    June 19, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Workshop in hair & make-up

    close-up in profile of model with application of theatrical makeup
    Admission requirements
    • The workshop is aimed to adults who intend to experiment with the approach to the basic techniques of theatrical sewing and to those who intend to present themselves for the selections 2025-26 for the Course for hairstylists & make-up artists.
    Length
    Weekend formula: 8 and 9 March 2025

    Weekly formula: from 7 to 11 July 2025

    Deadline to apply for 2025
    Weekend formula: February 20, 2025
    Weekly formula: June 26, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Course for set designers

    A detail of a performance with multicolor sets and props
    Admission requirements
    • Age between 18 and 28
    • Bachelor's degree or First Level Academic Diploma
    Length
    From 16 October 2025 to 31 July 2027
    Chiusura iscrizioni 2025-26
    July 10, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Course in special make-up

    A werewolf created with special makeup applications on the model.
    Admission requirements
    • Age between 18 and 35 years old on date of admissions test (see Selection Process, below)
    • Three-year university degree, high school diploma, vocational school diploma, or equivalent studies
    Length
    20 November 2025 to 31 October 2026
    Deadline to apply for 2025-26
    First selection: 30 April 2025
    Second selection: 26 September 2025 dettaglio corso

    Course for sound technicians

    sound technicians at work in consoles with headphones
    Admission requirements
    • Age between 18 and 40 years old on date of admissions test (see Selection Process, below)
    • compulsory education fulfilled
    Length
    13 November 2025 to 31 October 2026 dettaglio corso

    Course for hair & make-up artists

    profile of a model for a photo shoot: silver make-up and hairstyle
    Admission requirements
    • Age between 18 and 35 years old on date of admissions test (see Selection Process, below)
    • Compulsory schooling completed
    Length
    November, 13 2025 to October, 31 2026
    Deadline to apply for 2025-26
    First selection: 30 April 2025
    Second selection: 26 September 2025 dettaglio corso

    Course for lighting designer

    Orange and blue lights in a theater show. Live lighting
    Admission requirements
    • Age between 18 and 35 years old on the start date of the course;
    • secondary school diploma;
    • basic knowledge of Autocad 2D;
    • basic knowledge of electrical engineering and lighting engineering;
    • basic knowledge of the application of light in the sector.
    Length
    From November 13th 2025 to July 31st 2026 dettaglio corso

    Course for wig makers

    Two models wear geisha-style wigs for a photo shoot
    Admission requirements
    • be over 18 years old
    • Compulsory schooling completed
    Length
    10 November 2025 to 31 July 2026 dettaglio corso

    Course in technical theatre & stage management

    Prerequisites
    Italian high school diploma or equivalent from another country according to applicable treaties and laws
    Length
    Three years.
    Each year begins on November 1st and ends on the following October 31st
    Deadline to apply for 2025-26
    First session: April 30, 2025
    Second session: September 12, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Course in media, art & technology

    Prerequisites
    Italian high school diploma or equivalent from another country according to applicable treaties and laws
    Length
    Three years.
    Each year begins on November 1st and ends on the following October 31st
    Deadline to apply for 2025-26
    First session: April 30, 2025
    Second session: September 12, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Course in theatrical tailoring

    A detail of red velvet theatrical costume
    Prerequisites
    Italian high school diploma or equivalent from another country according to applicable treaties and laws
    Length
    Three years.
    Each year begins on November 1st and ends on the following October 31st
    Deadline to apply for 2025-26
    First session: April 30, 2025
    Second session: September 12, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Prep course in tailoring

    Detail of a seamstress's hands at work at the sewing machine on pink silk
    Participant profile
    The course is aimed at those who wish to acquire and consolidate basic skills related to tailoring techniques in the workshop and stage. It is also aimed at those who are interested in acquiring fundamental technical and practical skills in order to approach a course of study in the academic field dedicated to costume making.  
    Length
    From September 8 to October 3, 2025
    Deadline to apply for 2025
    July 31, 2025 dettaglio corso

    Why choose an Academy course

    Teaching offer

    The Academy's Faculty is made up of the best professionals in the sector, who bring all their experience and expertise into the classroom and work with the students, leading them to experience in the field what they have learned in the classroom.

    LA SCALA

    The Theater is one of the locations of the course. Students have the opportunity not only to attend rehearsals and shows, but also to be placed on internships in work teams, thus experiencing one of the most historic and technologically advanced stages in the world.

    PLACEMENT

    One year after the end of the courses at the Academy, approximately 90% of graduates are employed in the live entertainment sector, in Italy and abroad.