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Russian Masters Ballet will return to three European destinations in summer 2027 with its international classical ballet training programs. The Saint Petersburg Intensive will take place from June 27 to July 18, the Alicante Intensive from July 4 to 25, and the Burgas Intensive from July 26 to August 16.

Each program combines intensive classical ballet training with opportunities for artistic development, individual guidance, and performance experience. Designed for students at different stages of their training, the courses offer a structured environment in which young dancers can strengthen their technique, develop their artistry, and continue their professional preparation.

All three Summer Intensives are officially licensed by the Vaganova Ballet Academy and are taught by RMB’s faculty of Vaganova-trained teachers.

Three Destinations, Three Summer Experiences

Each location offers a distinct program while sharing RMB’s approach to classical ballet education.

Saint Petersburg, Russia | June 27–July 18, 2027

The Saint Petersburg Intensive welcomes students ages 10–19 specializing in classical dance. Classes take place in the historic studios of the Vaganova Ballet Academy, with the program centered on intensive professional training.

The course concludes with a Final Gala at the Academy’s school theater. Students can also choose an optional cultural program exploring Saint Petersburg’s ballet and artistic heritage, including visits connected with the Mariinsky and Mikhailovsky theaters and the city’s museums.

Alicante, Spain | July 4–25, 2027

RMB’s longest-running and largest Summer Intensive takes place on Spain’s Mediterranean coast. The Alicante Intensive offers two programs: the Professional Program for students ages 12–19 and the Open Professional Program for students ages 10–18, with the option to attend for one, two, or three weeks.

The program combines daily ballet training with artistic activities and performance opportunities. Its principal events include the student Final Gala on July 23 and the Stars Gala on July 24 at the Teatro Principal de Alicante, where students have the opportunity to share the stage with guest artists.

Burgas, Bulgaria | July 26–August 16, 2027

The Burgas Intensive combines focused ballet training with a supportive environment on the Black Sea coast. It offers a Professional Program for students ages 12–18 and a Pre-Professional Program for younger dancers ages 10–12.

The three-week program concludes on August 15 with a Final Gala and open classes for parents, offering families an opportunity to see the students’ progress throughout the Intensive.

Professional Training with an Individual Approach

Across the three destinations, students study classical ballet alongside complementary disciplines, with the curriculum adapted to each program and training level. Subjects include pointe work or male technique, classical repertoire, character dance, pas de deux, contemporary dance, acting, and gymnastics.

Groups comprise up to 16 students, and classes are translated into English. The programs also include parent-teacher meetings, professional photographic and video coverage, and diplomas. Optional accommodation is available.

RMB’s teaching approach places particular emphasis on the relationship between teachers and students. Alongside guest artists and performance opportunities, the faculty provides the experience and individual attention that help young dancers make progress during the Intensive.

“Our teachers are the real stars of these courses. Their experience, their knowledge, years and years of working with children from different places: passing on what they know, teaching them, finding what is most important and personal inside each one.”

— Asiya Lukmanova, Director of Russian Masters Ballet

RMB’s programs are designed to complement students’ regular ballet education rather than replace it. The aim is to provide additional training and support, helping each dancer return to their home school with new knowledge, experience, and goals for the year ahead.

Observation Program for Ballet Teachers

Scholarships and financial aid form an important part of RMB’s commitment to supporting young dancers. Each year, the organization offers approximately €60,000 in full and partial scholarships and financial assistance for talented students and families who need support.

Scholarship candidates are selected through the audition process, with opportunities available through live and online auditions. Places are limited, and applicants must pass an audition and complete their enrollment by January 31, 2027, to be considered for the 2027 Summer Intensives.

The impact of this ongoing support can be seen in the paths taken by former participants. In 2026, eleven RMB students were admitted to the Vaganova Ballet Academy, while another joined the Brussels International Ballet School. Other former students have progressed into professional careers.

RMB Audition Tour 2026–27: The Route to Summer 2027

Admission to the Summer Intensives is by audition. The 2026–27 RMB Audition Tour will visit Portugal, Romania, Bulgaria, Spain and China, alongside online audition sessions.

The tour begins on November 14–15, 2026, in Braga, Portugal, with a masterclass led by Asiya Lukmanova at Global Dance Open. Further auditions will take place in Bucharest, Sofia, Madrid, Alicante, Bristol, and Shanghai, as well as online.

Led by RMB teachers, the audition masterclasses allow the team to assess applicants’ current levels, understand their individual needs, and determine their suitability for the Summer Intensives. They also provide an opportunity for students to be considered for full or partial scholarships.

In addition to the scheduled tour dates, video auditions and individual online auditions are available. The recommended audition deadline is January 31, 2027. Current scholarship holders must confirm their participation by December 15, 2026, while returning students who attended RMB courses in both 2025 and 2026 may use the free Loyalty Express audition.

Students interested in applying are encouraged to register through the official Russian Masters Ballet website, select their preferred audition format, and book a session.

RMB Faculty 2026–27

Russian Masters Ballet brings together teachers from the Vaganova Ballet Academy and international faculty members with experience at leading academies and theaters.

Full teacher biographies are available on the official Russian Masters Ballet website under Faculty → Teachers. Further faculty confirmations will be published as they become available.

Apply for Russian Masters Ballet Summer Intensives 2027

The 2027 Summer Intensives offer young dancers an opportunity to deepen their classical ballet training, work with experienced teachers, and develop their artistic potential in an international environment.

Applications are open through the RMB audition process. Students can choose from live group auditions, online group auditions, individual online auditions, or video auditions.

 About Russian Masters Ballet

Russian Masters Ballet was founded in 2014 by the Spain-based nonprofit National Association of Professional Ballet. It organizes international classical ballet intensives based on the Vaganova method — summer courses in Alicante, Burgas, and Saint Petersburg; winter courses in Madrid and Shanghai; RMB Online; an international audition tour; and a scholarship program — with the aim of widening access to high-level ballet education.