tallinnballet_ masterclasses
'24

VIII SUMMER MASTERCLASSES 2024

26* days of practice in the city center of Tallinn under the guidance of respected authorities in the field of ballet will give you a chance to work on classical variations and modern productions and perform at 2 gala concerts

JULY 3-28, 2024
*Including days off
Application deadline: May 31, 2024
  • TEACHERS
    Masterclasses are taught by professional choreographers from Estonia and Europe, following the Vaganova system and other schools of classical ballet.
  • TWO GALA CONCERTS
    Each participant will be provided with an opportunity to perform in costumes at concerts in the capital city of Tallinn and another, to-be-announced town in Estonia.
  • PROGRAMME
    Ballet classes, repertoire, pas de deux, original choreography, pilates, yoga, improvisation, stretching, joint activities, gym.
For students of ballet schools and young professionals
Ages 11 to 19*
For those who:
  • know the price of a too-long rest and have serious intentions to improve their skills
  • want to polish their repertoire and correct it during stage performance
  • want to develop their professionalism
  • want a successful start in the new working season of 2024-2025
  • see their professional future in Europe
  • want to enter a professional ballet school
  • want to experience a partner dance
  • want to learn different methods of classical dance practice
*Defined age groups for the participants of the program can be found above.

The selection panel makes the final acceptance decision based on the results of video admission. This decision may be altered during the first days of classes. In this case, both the participant's age and performance level (for each participant individually, and based on the overall level of the masterclasses, to balance out the formed groups) are taken into consideration.
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMMES
July 8-28, 2024
2,5-week programme for beginners including participation in two gala concerts.
July 8-19, 2024
Two-week evening training programme by professional teachers. Ballet skills are not required.
See How It Was Done In Previous Years
We have been conducting masterclasses every summer since 2017. Join us for our 8th year!


Tallinn Ballet Summer Masterclasses
June 7, 2020
TIBM BY THE NUMBERS
260
In the last 7 years, 260 students have passed the course.
17
17 participants of TIBM have received an invitation for a scholarship at Tallinn Ballet School
19
Students from 19 different countries have passed the course, including Estonia, Russia, Japan, Portugal, Finland, Ukraine, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Greece, South Korea, Poland, Latvia, Belgium, Sweden, Norway, Great Britain, France and the USA.
Dmitry Tkachenko (Director of the non-profit organization DX ART)
The video was recorded in August 2019 and is for advertising purposes. Please check the text on this page for the up-to-date information regarding the participants' age, accommodation, meals and other conditions.
Invitation from the Organisers
Since 2013, the non-profit organisation DX ART has developed projects in the field of classical ballet. Beginning in 2014, we have held the Tallinn International Ballet Competition, an international competition for classical ballet dancers in Estonia, as well as the Tallinn International Ballet Masterclasses, a summer intensive course, since 2017.
Programme 2024
classes and schedule
IMPORTANT DATES
Recommended Arrival Day: July 2 (Tue)
Registration & Welcome party: July 3 (Wed)
Days Off: July 10 (Wed), July 17 (Wed), July 22 (Mon)
1st Concert : July 26 (Fri)
2nd Concert : July 27 (Sat)
Closing party "After Party": July 28 (Sun)
Recommended Departure Day: July 28 (Sun) in the evening or July 29 (Mon)
PRIMARY & SECONDARY
1-3 & 3-5 Years of Ballet Study*,
Ages 11 to 14*
Example 2023 Schedule:
9:15-10:45 Ballet Class
11:15-12:00 Pointe Technique
12:15-13:15 Repertoire
13:15-14:15 Lunch Break
14:15-16:15 Contemporary Dance/ Original Choreography
16:45-17:45 (18:45) Additional Classes (on some days)

The last week of programme is dedicated to rehearsals, run-throughs, costume fittings, and final preparations for the gala concerts.

Check out the 2020 schedule in more detail here
HIGH
3-5 Year of Ballet Study*
Ages 15 to 19*
Example 2023 Schedule:
9:15-10:45 Ballet Class
11:15-12:00 Repertoire I
12:15-13:15 Repertoire II or Pas de deux
13:15-14:15 Lunch Break
14:15-16:15 Contemporary Dance/ Original Choreography
16:45-17:45 (18:45) Original Choreography
Additional Classes (on some days)

The last week of the programme is dedicated to rehearsals, run-throughs, costume fittings, and final preparations for the gala concerts.

Check out the 2020 schedule in more detail here
*Above mentioned years of ballet study and ages are approximate and should be considered as guidelines and not rules/mandatory limits. We consider every application individually. You can always ask us about possibilities to get into the preferred group.
PRIMARY & SECONDARY, HIGH 2024
Teachers and Choreographers
  • Kaie Kõrb
    Tallinn College of Music and Ballet (MUBA) Head of Ballet Studies, Estonia — Classical Dance, Repertoire
  • Viesturs Jansons
    Tallinn College of Music and Ballet (MUBA), Estonia — Classical Dance, Repertoire, Pas de Deux
  • Dmitri Harchenko
    Tallinn, Estonia – Gala Concert Director
  • Helen Veidebaum
    Tallinn College of Music and Ballet (MUBA), Estonia – Gala Concert Director Assistant, Pilates
  • Sasha Evtimova
    National Opera and Ballet, Republic of North Macedonia — Classical Dance, Repertoire
  • Marina Kesler
    Estonian National Opera, Tallinn, Estonia - Original Choreography
  • Grigori Kisselev
    Tallinn, Estonia - Kung Fu and Self-Defence
  • Peeter Karask
    Tallinn, Estonia - Gym Strength Training for Boys
  • Sirli Hinn
    Tallinn, Estonia - Physiotherapist at the Estonian National Ballet
The preliminary list of teachers presented above may change.
Confirmation of the teacher list is typically finalised by the end of May.
JOINT CULTURAL PROGRAMME
In addition to dance studies, we also provide cultural and entertainment programming to not only encourage bonds between participants, but also enrich their free time. Activities include an acquaintance party, a spa centre visit, sightseeing in Tallinn Old Town, visiting a dance shop, and more.
TALLINN BALLET GALA JUNIOR
TWO GALA CONCERTS
Tallinn Ballet Gala Junior
August 3, 2020
Feel the Atmosphere of Concert Day

Every participant in the three-week programme gets the opportunity to perform on stage in costume.
Previous Years' Gala Concert Programmes
Preparation for the gala concert requires an abundance of work from participants, teachers, parents, organisers, and directors. The main aim of this concert is for as many people as possible to see the beauty we create, as well as for the participants to get more practice, to perfect their repertoire, and to feel more confident on stage.

Since the 2021 anniversary year, the programme of masterclasses now includes not one, but a minimum of two gala concerts: one in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, and the second in another Estonian town – a true tour!
Venues for summer masterclasses
Tallinn Ballet School the place where Tallinn international summer ballet intensive 2021 is located
In the Centre of Tallinn
Main studies are held in the centre of Tallinn in the spacious dancing rooms of the Estonian Dance Agency. Equipped with a ballet floor, comfortable wooden stands, and large mirrors, these rooms are not only effective, but a joy to dance in.
Address: Hobujaama 12, 10117 Tallinn

TUITION FEE
REGISTRATION FEE
Book a place in one of the groups. Fee is to be paid within 7 days of application completion.
€200
per participant
TUITION FOR PRIMARY & SECONDARY, HIGH
Confirm your participation and pay by April 30, 2024. Instalment payments are possible.
€1600 per participant


€1600
per participant
SPECIAL PARTICIPATION FEES
For citizens and permanent residents of the Republic of Estonia
For repeat participants
Referral bonus
Groups (more than 3 new participants)

NB! The number of special fee openings is limited.
Participation is only guaranteed after the registration fee is paid.
Tuition fee includes:
  • groups studies according to the programme;
  • if necessary, invitation to get Estonian visa;
  • participation in the Gala Concerts for three-week programmes;
  • video recording of the concert;
  • costumes for the concert performance (classical repertoire);
  • 1 invitation for the gala concerts;
  • certificate of participation.

Tuition fee DOES NOT include: accommodation, board, medical insurance, and any other medical expenses, additional studies not included into the programme, everyday transportation fees, and transfer fee on arrival and departure days.
HOW TO APPLY
Deadline is February 29, 2023 or until there are no free places remaining.
The number of places in groups is limited to 20-25 people. This is necessary so that each student has enough free space in the training room, and so the teacher can pay necessary attention to him/her.

By clicking the "SEND APPLICATION" button you fully accept the Privacy Policy, along with the Rules of Participation.
Team
Kaie Kõrb
2018
Artistic Director
Famous Estonian prima ballerina and ballet teacher Ms Kaie Kõrb.
PROGRAMME SUPERVISORS & ORGANIZERS
  • Dmitry Tkachenko organizer of Tallinn international summer ballet school 2021 in Estonia
    Dmitry Tkachenko
    Founder and Director of Tallinn International Ballet Competition and Summer Masterclasses.Orientalist, graduated from Moscow University. For many years has been engaged in organising cultural events, including ballet, theatre, and choir concert tours in Estonia, Russia and Japan. Ideologist and producer of Tallinn International Ballet Competition.
    Supervisor
    +372 5782 4348
    info@tallinnballet.ee
    Languages: English, Russian, Estonian, Japanese
  • Fiya Tkachenko co-organizer of Tallinn international summer ballet camp 2021 in Estonia for beginners and professionals
    Fiya Tkachenko
    A specialist in international business administration. Engaged in management and project development within DX ART non-commercial entity framework.
    Supervisor and media specialist
    media@tallinnballet.ee
    Languages: English, Russian, Estonian
  • Anastasia Wille supervisor of Tallinn international summer ballet intensive 2021 organised in Estonia
    Anastasia Wille
    Anastasia has been the TIBM participants' supervisor from the very beginning, since 2017. She speaks fluent Estonian, English and Russian, and is happy to help the participants on any occasion.
    Supervisor
    anastasia@tallinnballet.ee
    Languages: English, Estonian, Russian

PARTICIPANTS' FEEDBACK
PaRticipants of masterclasses in 2017-2023
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Questions?
Contact us
If you have any questions or you need any sort of clarification, please, don't hesitate and contact us via a call or a message.
Telegram
WhatsApp
Anastasia Wille
Coordinator
Contact
info@tallinnballet.ee
DX ART NPO
Reg. no.: 80283437
Be our friend
© 2013-2022 TallinnBallet
By DX ART NPO