International Dance Gala
The world's greatest dance stars at the Busto Arsizio Social Theatre
About International Dance Gala
Great Dance in Busto Arsizio
The International Dance Gala is a high-profile evening that brings some of the best dancers on the international scene to the Delia Cajelli Social Theatre in Busto Arsizio, in the province of Varese. Conceived and directed by Busto Arsizio dancer and teacher Marco Palamone — who trained at the English National Ballet School — the event was created to offer the city a world-class dance performance.
Stars from Around the World
Soloists and couples from the most prestigious international companies alternate on stage: from London's Royal Ballet to Milan's Teatro alla Scala, from Palermo's Teatro Massimo to the Berlin Staatsballett, as well as the English National Ballet and the Royal Danish Ballet. The program features about twenty pieces of classical, neoclassical, and contemporary dance — solos, pas de deux, and author's choreographies.
Excellence and Social Commitment
The gala is not just a show: each edition addresses a social theme. From the real lives of professional dancers — being away from home, financial difficulties, personal challenges — to raising awareness about eating disorders, with the support of dedicated associations. A dimension that adds depth to an evening already rich in beauty.
Space for Young Talent
Alongside international stars, the gala also makes space for local talents: selected local dance schools, students from the Pina Bausch dance high school, and the awarding of masterclasses and scholarships. A way to link world-class excellence with the growth of young dancers in Busto Arsizio and the Alto Milanese region.
International Dance Gala — edition 2026
The 2nd edition of the International Dance Gala takes place at the Delia Cajelli Social Theatre in Busto Arsizio on September 26, 2026, at 8:30 PM. Under the artistic direction of Marco Palamone, the evening features approximately twenty pieces of classical, neoclassical, and contemporary dance with dancers from London's Royal Ballet, Milan's Teatro alla Scala, Palermo's Teatro Massimo, and the Berlin Staatsballett. This edition is dedicated to raising awareness about eating disorders, with the support of the Ananke Family association. It will be Marco Palamone's last performance as a dancer before he dedicates himself to teaching.
Programme International Dance Gala 2026
Saturday, September 26 — 8:30 PM, Delia Cajelli Social Theatre
- Opening show with local dance schools selected by the artistic director
- Performances by students from the Pina Bausch dance high school
- Approximately twenty pieces of classical, neoclassical, and contemporary dance — solos, pas de deux, and choreographies
- Dancers from London's Royal Ballet, Milan's Teatro alla Scala, Palermo's Teatro Massimo, and the Berlin Staatsballett
- Masterclasses and scholarships in collaboration with the Into Dance agency
The evening is dedicated to raising awareness about eating disorders, with the support of the Ananke Family association.
Highlights International Dance Gala 2026
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Practical information — International Dance Gala
Where
The performance takes place at the Delia Cajelli Social Theatre in Busto Arsizio (VA).
How to get there
Busto Arsizio is served by the FS and Ferrovie Nord stations and the A8 Milan-Varese motorway.
Tickets
Tickets available on Eventbrite. The first edition was free entry; check official channels for dates and details.
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Where does it take place — International Dance Gala
Teatro Sociale Delia Cajelli
Piazza Plebiscito 2, 21052 Busto Arsizio