DETAILED INFORMATION

Divisions & Fees

Dance Competition Divisions:

bullet Independent - Soloists, Duets and Teams NOT affiliated with a school, studio or private team
bullet School - Soloists, Duets and Teams affiliated with a public or private school
bullet Studio/Private - Soloists, Duets and Teams affiliated with a studio or private team
bullet Cheer/Spirit Team (Dance only) - Affiliated with a school, studio or private team

Dance Routine Categories:

bullet Ballet
bullet Military
bullet Pom
bullet Hip Hop
bullet Modern
bullet Production
bullet Jazz
bullet Novelty
bullet Prop
bullet Kick
bullet Open
bullet Tap
bullet Lyrical
   

Routine Category Definitions:

bullet Ballet - Classic Ballet and/or Pointe techniques are utilized. Ballet or Pointe shoes only

bullet Hip Hop - Routines must incorporate urban funk, with latest street-style, sharp, progressive movements with an emphasis on creative tricks. Props are allowed, but should not be the main focus of the routine

bullet Jazz - Routines must incorporate the technical aspect of “true” jazz with an emphasis on body placement, style, control, extension, and precision. Props are allowed, but should be peripheral to the routine

bullet Kick - Emphasis on kick technique, variety of kick series, control, timing. Majority of kicks should be at waist height or above and kicking leg must be straight

bullet Lyrical - Emphasis on interpretation of music and musicality. This includes a combination of jazz/ballet, body control and body/facial emotion

bullet Military - Any style of performance that emphasizes sharp, concise movements, formation changes, patterns, and military presentation

bullet Modern - Modern style techniques and moves

bullet Novelty - Any style of performance that includes a different kind of routine or a variety of routines that would be considered a novelty

bullet Open - Will not fall under any other dance category. A combination or blend of multiple dance styles

bullet Pom - Majority of routine must include the use of pom-poms. Routine should consist of visual formations and strong visual effects with an emphasis on uniformity and utilization of strong/sharp motions and arm placement, as well as visual groundwork. Pom-poms must be used for 80% of the routine time

bullet Production - Emphasis on creating a “show” utilizing all varieties of dance styles and props. Themes are typical in this category

bullet Prop - Emphasis on the use of one or more props. The prop must be the main visual point. Full utilization of all props is a priority

bullet Tap - Tap shoes must be worn and tap boards or appropriate protective flooring must be brought by participants. Classic Tap techniques are utilized.

NOTE: PrestigeDANCE events are DANCE competitions. No cheers, chants, acrobatics, throws, pyramids or the like are permitted for use as a routine or in a routine.

Age/Grade Categories:

bullet Mascot (Pre-K)
bullet Elementary (K-3)
bullet Intermediate (4-6)
bullet Junior (7-9)
bullet Senior (10-12)
bullet Collegiate (currently enrolled in accredited college)

Age categories are determined by age of oldest dancer on team – no exceptions will be made.

Competition Entry Fees:

bullet SOLO - $70/routine
bullet DUET - $105/routine
bullet OFFICER - $160/routine
bullet TEAM - $185/routine
bullet SMALL ENSEMBLE (3-5 dancers) - $125/routine
bullet LARGE ENSEMBLE (5-12 dancers)- $145/routine 

Cancellations/Refunds: No refunds will be made to participants canceling within 14 days of contest date. Accordingly, all participants with registrations submitted and unpaid within this time frame will remain responsible for the fees should they opt to cancel within 14 days of the contest date.

Competition Rules & Regulations

Schedules: Schedules will be posted one week prior to event date and updated continually up to the date of the event. Schedules should not be considered final until the day of the event, as “last minute” entries may be accepted. All teams and participants must be lined up and ready to perform no later than 25 minutes prior to their scheduled performance time. Note that a 5 point penalty will be assessed to any team or participant not ready to perform at their assigned time, unless the delay is caused by technical difficulties and/or is out of the control of the team or participant.

Props & Backdrop Usage: Stage sets, curtains and/or other props for routines should be constructed to fit through a 7 foot tall single door, as found at most school gymnasiums. Backdrops may not be manipulated during the routine. Props, curtains and stage sets may have minor assembly on the floor, but setup and breakdown time for props and staging will be added to the actual routine performance time length to produce total floor time. Total floor time should not exceed 5 minutes for all dance categories except team production, which will be granted a 10 minute total floor time. Any exceptions must be approved by Prestige, at least 14 days prior to the event date.

Time Limits: Team routines, duets, small and large ensembles may run a maximum of 3 minutes 30 seconds, with a total floor time of no more than 5 minutes. Production numbers may run up to a maximum of 8 minutes, with a total floor time to be no more than 10 minutes. Solos may run up to a maximum of 2 minutes 30 seconds, with a total floor time of no more than 3 minutes.

Music: A Team representative must remain next to the emcee table throughout the entire performance. Please bring high quality Compact Disc recordings of routine music with you on the day of the competition. It's always a good idea to bring a second copy of your compact discs as a back-up. CASSETTE TAPES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.  All CDs must be clearly marked with the team name, routine category, entry number and song name. Review the content of the music for any inappropriate language or sounds. Music of poor taste or poor quality will detract from your performance and will affect scoring. It is suggested that music time be recorded three to five seconds under the maximum time allotted due to variations in music system speed. Music times are final and cannot be disputed after the competition.

NOTE: Carefully review the content of your music for any inappropriate language. PrestigeDANCE events are PG-Rated. Participants using music containing inappropriate language will be disqualified from competition. NO EXCEPTIONS!

Choreography: All choreography should be suitable for family viewing and always in good taste. Therefore, point deductions in the overall impression and/or appearance of the routine will be assessed for profanity (in music or spoken), inappropriate and/or vulgar or explicit movements.

Performance Area: Performances will be on a regulation size basketball court (96' x 50'.) Please note that solos and ensembles may be on a stage at some locations. Notice of stage performances will be sent out with competition packets.

Prop/Shoe Regulations: All props and shoes must be detailed with rubber or safe material that will not damage performance area floor. The school, studio, or performer will be held responsible for any damages that may occur. Tap shoes are not allowed directly on gym floor. In order to be eligible to participate with a tap routine, please bring appropriate tap boards or other protective surface(s).

Food and Concessions: The host school will provide concessions with ample food and drinks throughout the competition day. Please support the host school or group by making your food and drink purchases from them. No outside food or drinks will be permitted.

Sportsmanship: Consideration of all participants is expected at all times. Failure to comply with this Sportsmanship Rule may result in immediate disqualification. We expect professionalism from our Directors, Participants and Spectators alike.

Liability: Prestige Productions, Inc., its owners, directors, officers, affiliates or host school districts assume no liability for personal injury or personal property loss.

Publicity: Choreographers, directors, instructors and participants automatically grant permission to Prestige Productions, Inc. to use their photos and/or videos for advertising and publicity purposes, inclusive of television and/or film/web broadcast in connection with promotional campaigns.

Photography & Videography: For the courtesy of the Performers & the other Spectators, no personal video cameras or flash photography will be allowed. At each contest, we provide professional photographers and videographers who capture every performance so that our Spectators may sit back and enjoy the show. Professional DVDs and photographs of each competition may be purchased in the lobby and/or through our website. PO BOX 201532 Austin, TX 78720 MAIN 512.694.0790 TOLL FREE 877.694.0790 FAX 512.671.7103

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