Summer Intensive

Performing Arts Summer Intensive

Summer intensive courses in acting, dance and musical theatre

For students ages 16 to 25, the IAB’s Summer Intensive courses offers technique classes with our professional faculty in Acting, Dance and Musical Theatre. All teaching is in English.

These programmes provide a unique and exciting opportunity for students to enhance their skills, experience the amazing facilities at the IAB, meet other young artists and learn from experienced professionals.

APPLICATION & AUDITION

The programmes are aimed at motivated students with at least three years of consistent training. 

All students are not required to audition. However to secure a place in our Easter Intensive course, applicants will be required to demonstrate an appropriate level of training in the application form. 

The IAB will be offering scholarships for exceptional talent. Applicants who wish to apply may submit videos in order to be considered for these scholarships. The specific video requirements will vary depending on the course to which you are applying. Once your application video has been reviewed, you will then be informed of the outcome. Please refer to the video submission guidelines below for further details:

Dance Applicants: Please submit a video showcasing your previous performances, rehearsals, or studio practice. The video should be between 1 to 2 minutes in length and ideally include a demonstration of ballet as well as another dance style of your choice i.e. Jazz / Contemporary / Commercial. Upload your video as an unlisted YouTube link and include the link in your application form.

Musical Theatre Applicants: Please submit one video with two sections. The first should be a vocal performance, up to 1 minute long, accompanied by music (no a cappella). The second should be a dance video, also up to 1 minute in length, of any dance style. Upload your video as an unlisted YouTube link and include the link in your application form.

Acting Applicants: Please submit a video of yourself performing a monologue of your choice, up to 1 minute in length. Upload your video as an unlisted YouTube link and include the link in your application form.

Dates & time

The Summer Intensive 2025 programme will be repeated over two weeks (the same programme will be replicated). 

Students are welcome to attend either one or two weeks. The Acting, Dance, and Musical Theatre intensives will begin at 9:30 am, finishing at around 4:30 pm each day.

Week 1-  30 June to 4 July, 2025 (5 days)

Week 2 – 7 July to 11 July, 2025 (5 days)

Sample Timetables:

Open observation classes will take place in the afternoon sessions of 4th and 11th of July, 2025 for family and friends.

For any further questions email summer@iabarcelona.es

Summer Intensive Programme 2025 Tuition Fees

The total tuition for the Summer Intensive Programme 2025 is €440 per student, per week. Please note, this price does not include meals or accommodation.

To secure your place, fees must be paid within two weeks of your application. Failure to meet this deadline may result in the offer being withdrawn.

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Location

The Summer Intensive programmes will be held at the IAB’s state-of-the art facilities based in the seaside town of Sitges, just 30 minutes south of Barcelona and 15 minutes away from the airport. Sitges is famous for its beautiful old town, many beaches, cultural activities and quality of life. 

The IAB is housed in state-of-the-art facilities that includes a 200-seat theatre and world-class dance studios.

Accommodation

Students are required to arrange their own accommodation.

There is a wealth of accommodation locally as Sitges is a popular holiday destination with many hotels and apartments to rent.

Hotels within a short walking distance of the IAB include: Hotel Subur Maritim, Sunway and Hotel Sitges.

LuncH

Students are welcome to bring their own snacks and lunch. We have an outdoor seating area in our courtyard. 

The IAB can also prepare a ready-made packed lunch each day with options available.

The cost is €13/day (€65 per week).