The world's greatest dance stars at the Busto Arsizio Social Theatre
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The evening is dedicated to raising awareness about eating disorders, with the support of the Ananke Family association.
The performance takes place at the Delia Cajelli Social Theatre in Busto Arsizio (VA).
Busto Arsizio is served by the FS and Ferrovie Nord stations and the A8 Milan-Varese motorway.
Tickets available on Eventbrite. The first edition was free entry; check official channels for dates and details.
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Teatro Sociale Delia Cajelli
Piazza Plebiscito 2, 21052 Busto Arsizio