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A space for contemporary dance
and performance art in southern Italy
The CORA Dance Festival stands as a global hub for contemporary dance and the performing arts. Artists and audiences from around the world converge in the enchanting city of Taranto to take part in a unique, avant-garde and culturally diverse artistic journey.
CORA is of the people, for the people. A celebration of the powerful connections and the vibrant community we build together through the magic of movement.
The festival, whose acronym stands for Contemporary On-stage Research Art, embodies the mission of promoting an experimental and interdisciplinary vision of the performing arts, challenging the traditional boundaries of the scene.
September 1–3: POST-FESTIVAL TOGETHERNESS
We invite you to enjoy 3 days at no cost after the 2-week program, staying in a beach house, just steps from the region's most beautiful beaches.
Because we value community — connect in motion!
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We look forward to sharing the magic of the sixth edition of the CORA Dance Festival with you.
We are delighted to welcome you once again to the CORA Dance Festival, a remarkable celebration of the performing arts, featuring dance, music, theatre, and more.
From August 18 to 31, 2025, join us for thirteen unforgettable days filled with workshops, masterclasses, and creations led by renowned choreographers, culminating in exciting final performances. The festival features six nights of stunning shows by leading artists, as well as a dedicated stage for emerging talents.
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