Private school

Institute of the Arts Barcelona

Sitges, Catalonia

Program

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program

Quick links

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Browse programs

Quick Links

BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Quick Links

BA (Hons) Acting

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Quick Links

BA (Hons) Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Quick Links

BA (Hons) Commercial Dance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Quick Links

BA (Hons) Contemporary Dance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

•Conservatoire-style contemporary dance training

•Main techniques: release technique, Flying Low, Horton, Cunningham

•Improvisation, contact improvisation, and partnering

•Choreography and movement research modules

Program Recognition

•3-year BA (Hons) validated by Liverpool John Moores University (UK)

•English-taught programme, 50+ nationalities on campus

Performance & Productions

•Multiple dance shows, dance film project, and Creart Fest (public immersive dance festival)

•Professionally filmed solo for dance reel

•Audition technique sessions led by professional choreographers

Notable Alumni

•Lys Cabral (Of Curious Nature Company, Germany)

•Kim Francey (James Wilton Dance & Motion House, UK)

•Alberto Serrano (Metamorphosis Apprentice & Ballet Contemporani de Catalunya)

•Agnes Balfego (Compania Jesus Rubio Gamo & Companyia Silvia Batet)

Program info updated 2d ago

Program Highlights

Training

•Conservatoire-style contemporary dance training

•Main techniques: release technique, Flying Low, Horton, Cunningham

•Improvisation, contact improvisation, and partnering

•Choreography and movement research modules

Program Recognition

•3-year BA (Hons) validated by Liverpool John Moores University (UK)

•English-taught programme, 50+ nationalities on campus

Performance & Productions

•Multiple dance shows, dance film project, and Creart Fest (public immersive dance festival)

•Professionally filmed solo for dance reel

•Audition technique sessions led by professional choreographers

Notable Alumni

•Lys Cabral (Of Curious Nature Company, Germany)

•Kim Francey (James Wilton Dance & Motion House, UK)

•Alberto Serrano (Metamorphosis Apprentice & Ballet Contemporani de Catalunya)

•Agnes Balfego (Compania Jesus Rubio Gamo & Companyia Silvia Batet)

Program Highlights

Training

•Conservatoire-style contemporary dance training

•Main techniques: release technique, Flying Low, Horton, Cunningham

•Improvisation, contact improvisation, and partnering

•Choreography and movement research modules

Program Recognition

•3-year BA (Hons) validated by Liverpool John Moores University (UK)

•English-taught programme, 50+ nationalities on campus

Performance & Productions

•Multiple dance shows, dance film project, and Creart Fest (public immersive dance festival)

•Professionally filmed solo for dance reel

•Audition technique sessions led by professional choreographers

Notable Alumni

•Lys Cabral (Of Curious Nature Company, Germany)

•Kim Francey (James Wilton Dance & Motion House, UK)

•Alberto Serrano (Metamorphosis Apprentice & Ballet Contemporani de Catalunya)

•Agnes Balfego (Compania Jesus Rubio Gamo & Companyia Silvia Batet)

Key Info

University AppApplication

Apply

School Website

Fee

€50

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Program AppApplication

Apply

Acceptd

Prescreen Requirements

Dance

Required Pre-Audition Video

•2-minute contemporary dance solo following your own aesthetic and expression

•Choreography may be your own or by someone else

•Upload to YouTube, Vimeo, or Google Drive

-Include choreographer name in description

-Ensure link is accessible (test in private browser)

•Submit link to apply@iabarcelona.es at least 1 week before audition

ADDITIONAL VIDEOS (optional)

•Previous performances, rehearsals, or studio practice

•Maximum 2 minutes

•Submit as unlisted YouTube, Vimeo, or Google Drive link

Official Source

Callback Requirements

Dance

Contemporary Class

•Warm-up and standing exercises based on release technique

•Floor work section

•Jump sequence

•Final phrase with guided improvisation

Ballet

Ballet Class

•Tutor-led ballet class with other applicants

Official Source

Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Submit application via the IAB website, then pay €50 application fee

•Application includes experience description (150-500 words), reasons for applying (50-200 words), and career aims (100-200 words)

•No additional references required

Program Requirements

•IELTS 6.0 or equivalent English language certification

•May be taken after applying and auditioning, but must be achieved by June 30

•National university entry qualification equivalent to 104 UK Tariff points or 24 IB points

•Mature applicants assessed on experience

Dual Audition

•You may audition for both Contemporary Dance and Commercial Dance by following both audition paths

What's The Process

Prescreen

•Submit required contemporary dance solo video at least 1 week before audition

•Optional additional performance videos accepted

Live Audition

•Tutor-led group classes: ballet and contemporary

•One-to-one interview about previous training and aspirations

•Cuts may take place, with invited candidates completing the full audition

•On-campus (Sitges, Barcelona), in-person at international locations, or live online via Zoom

•Outcome communicated within 4 weeks

Attire

•Ballet: tight-fitting outfit (shorts/tank-top or leotard), ballet shoes or socks, hair off face and neck

•Contemporary: loose clothing for floor work (t-shirt, long trousers or shorts, socks or bare feet)

Scholarship Info

Scholarships

•Limited number of scholarships awarded annually to new students

•Faculty-selected based on artistic potential (cannot be applied for)

•Constitutes a reduction in fees, not a full waiver

Financial Aid

•Small grant toward tuition fees available upon request after receiving an offer

•Requires separate application with supporting evidence

•Must be submitted before paying the registration fee

Training

•Conservatoire-style contemporary dance training

•Main techniques: release technique, Flying Low, Horton, Cunningham

•Improvisation, contact improvisation, and partnering

•Choreography and movement research modules

Program Recognition

•3-year BA (Hons) validated by Liverpool John Moores University (UK)

•English-taught programme, 50+ nationalities on campus

Performance & Productions

•Multiple dance shows, dance film project, and Creart Fest (public immersive dance festival)

•Professionally filmed solo for dance reel

•Audition technique sessions led by professional choreographers

Notable Alumni

•Lys Cabral (Of Curious Nature Company, Germany)

•Kim Francey (James Wilton Dance & Motion House, UK)

•Alberto Serrano (Metamorphosis Apprentice & Ballet Contemporani de Catalunya)

•Agnes Balfego (Compania Jesus Rubio Gamo & Companyia Silvia Batet)

Updated 2d ago