Global dance open italy

Founded in 2020, Global Dance Open has quickly become one of the fastest-growing dance competitions in the world. It provides a global stage for dancers, choreographers, teachers, studios, and countries to showcase their skills, potential, and artistry. More than a competition, GDO is a celebration of excellence in dance- where talent is nurtured, recognised, and elevated into life-changing opportunities.

GDO is the first competition to offer scholarships and opportunities of this scale across all styles of dance, through our Classical/ Contemporary Finals and our Performer Finals. With Artistic Directors from world-renowned institutions judging in their specialist fields, dancers are given the chance to be recognised, nurtured, and awarded life-changing scholarships that shape their future.

For a young dancer, being part of GDO means more than competing, it’s a chance to have their talent recognised, their training supported, and their future transformed through the support of leading dance institutions.

Since 2026 we organize the Italian Qualifier for this circuit.

2027 edition

10th-11th of April 2027, Teatro Diego Fabbri, Forlì (FC)

Download rules: HERE

Download registration form: HERE