Age Divisions 5-7 8-9 10-11 12-13 14-15 16+

To determine proper age division, please average the ages of the students (drop the decimal point). Proof of age must be available if requested by the judging panel.

Music

All music must be on a quality CD. One song per cassette or CD please. MAKE SURE THAT YOU BRING A BACKUP! Also, mark your jewel cases with your studio name and the # of the routine. Bring all music to our sound person as soon as you arrive. They will be available for pick up at the end of the category. All music that is not picked up will become property of Dance Expressions.

Timing

Solo's 3 minute max(contestants may perform a maximum of 2 solo's)

Duets, Trios and Groups and Lines 3 minute max

Productions 6 minute max

Props

The use of props are accepted in all categories. This includes hand held props such as canes, hats, fans, etc. Oversized, and/or self-standing props, such as cardboard scenery, will only be accepted in the Musical Theatre, Open and Production categories. Special equipment requiring electricity, smoke or fog machines, knives, fire or anything that may endanger other dancers are prohibited. The dance floor must be left in the same condition as when the dance began. Prop set up is limited to 1 minute per number.

Integrity

In order to maintain a high level of fairness and consistencey, it is of the utmost importance that students be placed in the appropriate category according to their true ability. Aside from the student's present training from your studio, it is important to consider any previous training from the other studios. If there are any questions in regard to ability, the judges reserve the right to move the dance into the proper level.

Please Note:

*   All entries must be suitable for family viewing. Sexually suggestive costumes, choreography or music will result in a 25 point reduction.

*   Videotaping and flash photography is prohibited and will result in disqualification.

*   Any routines that exceed the 3 or 6 minute limit will be penalized 5 points. Please time your music prior to our competition to avoid disappointed children and angry parents

*  All dance categories will be limited to 3 gymnastic tricks (cartwheels, walkovers etc.)    We have elected to exclude a gymnastic category at this time. We appreciate your cooperation.

*  Rehearsal on the performance stage is prohibited

*   There will be no coaching allowed during performances

*Good sportsmanship is expected from all participants. Any studio using fowl language or booing during routines will be disqualified. * No food or drink is allowed in the auditorium.