PRINCE GEORGE
DANCE FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION
S Y L L A B U S
March 12-18, 2016
Celebrating our
40th Year!
Also available on-line at www.pgdancefestival.com
Please read the Syllabus carefully. All RECENT CHANGES ARE IN RED.
If you have any questions, please contact persons listed inside.
GENERAL RULES
ENTRIES: Entries and FEES MUST BE IN THE HANDS of the Prince George Dance Festival
Association by Friday, January 8th, 2016 and become the property of the Association. No entry will
be refunded. Only one Cheque and/or Money Order must accompany all entries from each dance
organization. We recommend out of town studios send entries EXPRESS.
MAIL TO:
Prince George Dance Festival Association
P.O. Box 2202
Prince George, BC V2N 2J6.
www.pgdancefestival.com
Entries:
Entries:
Other:
Bonnie Hatley - thatley@shaw.ca
Mary LaMarre – shamrocklamarre@gmail.com
Julie Fisher - juliebugg@shaw.ca
Please note email is preferred.
FEES:
SOLO (and Junior Choreography)………………………$15.00 each dance
DUO.................................................................................$ 8.00 each dancer
ALL GROUPS ................................................................ $ 5.00 each dancer
GROUP DANCING:
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Large group eight (8) or more dancers.
Small group three (3) to seven (7) dancers.
Group performances, PLEASE SPECIFY TITLE on entry form, as names of dance studios may
not be printed in the programme.
Groups dance in age category applicable – calculated by dropping the single youngest and the
single oldest age in the group and AVERAGING the ages of the remaining dancers. To determine
average age, add all ages together and divide by # of dancers. Then total to 1 decimal place.
Round up if average age is .5 or over, and down if it is .4 or under.
All dancers in a pointe category must be 13 years or older.
Duos dance in age category of OLDEST dancer.
Solos cannot be repeated as group dances.
STAGE PRODUCTION:
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Ten (10) or more dancers, must be a maximum of eight (8) minutes.
Any type of dance and/or song and dance, may incorporate more than one dance form.
A teacher, choreographer or other person designated by the choreographer MUST accompany
the production group backstage to assist in organizing the dancers and/or props.
TIME LIMITS:
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Solos and duos ......................................................................................... Three (3) minutes
Song & Dance solos and duo ..................................................................... Four (4) minutes
Groups .......................................................................................................... Six (6) minutes
Production ................................................................................................Eight (8) minutes
The Festival Committee will be officially timing dances in the festival at the start of the music or the start
of movement, whichever is first. Failure to comply with the timing rules will result in disqualification.
There will be zero tolerance for music that runs over the specified limit, INCLUDING exit music.
MUSIC EQUIPMENT:
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Participants must use available equipment. No live accompaniment.
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One CD, one selection only. CDs and CD hard “jewel” cases must be labelled with Performer’s
Name, Class Number, Performer Number, Studio Name and whether you start “on” or “off” stage.
CDs to be handed in one half hour (1/2 hour) before session starts to CD table. The clock on the
CD table will be used as the official time.
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CD’s handed in late will dance for adjudication only.
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CDs and adjudication sheets to be picked up at the CD table or where the Festival Committee
designates, at the conclusion of each session.
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It is recommended that performers have a back-up on CD.
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A WORD ABOUT HOMEMADE CDs
Keep the surface of your competition disc clean and undamaged. Use a protective sleeve or jewel
case for ALL discs. After you have tested your competition disc, use a practice disc for everyday
use and save your competition disc strictly for competitions.
Please use only wav. files when creating your festival discs. If your edit is an .mp3 or some other
format, please convert it to a wav. prior to burning. If your file format is an odd one that cannot be
converted, be prepared with your iPod or other playback device as a back up. Always have a back
up disc or portable playback device with you at competition. Even perfectly made discs can fail.
Use reputable conversion and burning software, (ie: 123 Copy DVD, 1 Click DVD Copy, Roxio
Creator), and always select burn “music”or “audio” disc and not “data” disc.
FESTIVAL RULES
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This Festival is for amateur (non-professional) performers.
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NOTE: Category refers to discipline and size (ie: Hip Hop, Large group)
Class refers to the age division (ie: 12 and under)
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A routine performed by a solo or group entrant must not be used again by the same student(s) in
any class in the current or subsequent year, either alone or with the addition of a partner as in a
duo or a group entry. Minor changes in patterning of choreography does not constitute a different
dance.
FESTIVAL RULES (continued)…….
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Performers may only enter a class once in each solo category (with the exception of
Modern/Contemporary).
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Performers may double-up in a maximum of two group classes only.
EXAMPLE: lg. group Hip Hop 16 and under x 2 is a double up,
lg. group Hip Hop 16 and under, lg. group Hip Hop 14 and under NOT a double
up. (Junior Choreography groups are never considered a double-up).
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When confirmation sheets are sent out, entrants will be given one week to respond with any
errors. Responses to confirmations should be to PGDF errors only. There are no changes to
disciplines, adding or substituting dancers except in the case of an injury. If an injury does
occur, we must be notified immediately and be provided with a doctor’s note.
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Dancers may perform a maximum of six (6) solos in the Festival. Modern/Contemporary category
can enter two separate solos but BOTH solos are counted towards total number of solos. Junior
Choreography categories NOT considered a solo.
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Dancers may perform a maximum of 3 duos.
Junior Choreography categories NOT considered a duo.
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Performers are not allowed to use the stage for practice purposes during any time allotted to the
festival.
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Centre stage will be marked.
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No foreign matter of any kind is to be dropped, thrown or used by a dancer on the stage (eg: oil,
water, candles, confetti, materials that could create a dangerous surface or cause extensive clean
up). No dangerous or breakable props allowed.
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During their routine, the dancer must use all props (i.e. they are not to be used simply as a back
drop).
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While waiting backstage tap or jig shoes should be covered.
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Please note that all solo classes that are eligible for the B.C. Performing Arts (Provincial)
Festival have been divided into single age classes. However, THE FESTIVAL COMMITTEE
RESERVES THE RIGHT TO DIVIDE OR COMBINE ANY CLASS OR CLASSES AS
DETERMINED BY ENTRIES.
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The Festival Committee reserves the right to limit out of town participants.
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It is the dancer’s responsibility to be backstage and ready to dance when their turn comes.
 Choreography notes (one copy) are required for the Junior Choreography category and must be
turned in to the CD table or back table on Sunday, March 13th before noon. Any
notes received after noon on March 13th will be for adjudication only.
See “Junior Choreography” section for more details on what must be in the choreography notes.
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Teacher/choreographer/designate may accompany children under 10 years old and all production
groups back stage to help with the line up/props. For all other performances, teachers are not
permitted backstage.
Festival Rules (continued)
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In the 16 and over age category if content is not appropriate for family viewing, it is preferred that
the festival is made aware of this at time of registration as this will facilitate scheduling. ALSO The CD Table MUST be informed prior to class commencement so that the audience can be made
aware of mature subject matter. If this is not done, the number may be disqualified. Dancers and
choreographers need to be aware of PABC and other festival rules regarding content. It is
recommended that performers and choreographers carefully consider their options before choosing
mature content.
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It is incumbent upon choreographers and parents to ensure that costumes, lyrics and movement are
age appropriate.
AGE ELIGIBILITY:
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Performers dance at age as of January 1, 2016.
ADJUDICATION AND AWARDS:
 Except for the Festival Committee there will be no communication with the adjudicators by
performers, teachers, parents or other interested parties until after the Friday evening Gala and
awards presentations.
 Any performer who leaves the stage during his/her routine will be allowed to re-dance for
adjudication only.
 The decision of the adjudicator is final.
 All performers will be marked out of 100%.
 Trophies awarded in the dance section on the HIGHEST marks when the mark is 75% or over.
 Trophies received at the 2015 festival MUST BE RETURNED BY January 31st, 2016. We
reserve the right to withhold confirmation sheets until we have received all the previous
year’s trophies from a dance studio (or group/organization).
 Monetary awards will be presented to first, second, third placements in all solo classes.
 Recipients are required to submit a thank-you note as directed by the P.G. Dance Festival
 Awards and Scholarship cheques must be cashed within six (6) months from date of issue.
 Each dancer or group of dancers will receive a written adjudication.
 Scholarships will be awarded at the discretion of the adjudicators.
 Performing Arts Festival –
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dancers already qualified and accepted at another festival as a delegate for dance or any
other discipline (such as Music Festival) are not eligible to represent the Prince George
Dance Festival as a Provincial delegate
dancers already qualified and accepted at another festival as an observer or alternate,
are still eligible to represent PGDF as a delegate, but not as an observer or alternate
PRINCE GEORGE DANCE FESTIVAL’S QUALIFICATIONS FOR PROVINCIALS
It is the responsibility of each performer to be aware of provincial syllabus as it may differ from PGDF
syllabus. BC Performing Arts Syllabus is available at www.bcprovincials.com
BALLET - Must have one ballet solo with a qualifying mark of 85.
- Must have a second contrasting ballet solo.
STAGE
- Must have one stage solo with a qualifying mark of 85 (acro exempt).
- Hip Hop is to be used as a second solo only.
- If qualifying solo is Jazz or Lyrical Jazz, the second solo may NOT be another jazz
solo.
- Second solo MUST be chosen from one of the following categories: Tap, Song &
Dance, Variety, or Hip-Hop.
MODERN/CONTEMPORARY
- Must have one modern/contemporary solo with a qualifying mark of 85.
- Must have a second modern/contemporary solo.
- Level II and III category only (Intermediate and Senior)
COMPLAINTS:
 Written complaints (posted within 10 days of the last day of festival), accompanied by a
$20.00 fee, will be considered by the Festival Committee. In the event the complaint is
sustained by the committee your $20.00 fee will be refunded.
 The Prince George Dance Festival Committee has the final decision on all matters.
FESTIVAL ETIQUETTE:
 No admittance will be allowed during performances.
 No food or drink is allowed inside Vanier Hall.
 No tabs at the concession.
 Absolute silence must prevail during each performance.
 Please respect performers by remaining in your seats until their number is completed.
 No flash photography is permitted during a performance.
BALLET SECTION
CLASSICAL BALLET
Using classical ballet technique and Using classical classical style music. Lyrics are not permitted in
the Ballet categories. Footwear is soft slipper. Duo class can be soft slipper or en pointe.
Class
104.
204.
304.
404.
504.
604.
704.
804.
904.
1004.
1104.
1204.
1304.
Category - Solo Classical Ballet
Solo Classical Ballet - 6 years and under
Solo Classical Ballet - 8 years and under
Solo Classical Ballet - 9 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 10 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 11 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 12 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 13 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 14 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 15 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 16 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 17 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 18 years
Solo Classical Ballet - 19 years and over
Class
105.
205.
305.
405.
505.
605.
705.
805.
Category - Duo Classical Ballet
Duo Classical Ballet - 6 years and under
Duo Classical Ballet - 8 years and under
Duo Classical Ballet - 10 years and under
Duo Classical Ballet - 12 years and under
Duo Classical Ballet - 14 years and under
Duo Classical Ballet - 16 years and under
Duo Classical Ballet - 18 years and under
Duo Classical Ballet - 19 years and over
Class
106.
206.
306.
406.
506.
606.
706.
806.
Category - Small Group Classical Ballet
Small Group Classical Ballet - 6 years and under
Small Group Classical Ballet - 8 years and under
Small Group Classical Ballet - 10 years and under
Small Group Classical Ballet - 12 years and under
Small Group Classical Ballet - 14 years and under
Small Group Classical Ballet - 16 years and under
Small Group Classical Ballet - 18 years and under
Small Group Classical Ballet - 19 years and over
Classical Ballet (continued)
Class
107.
207.
307.
407.
507.
607.
707.
807.
Category - Large Group Classical Ballet
Large Group Classical Ballet - 6 years and under
Large Group Classical Ballet - 8 years and under
Large Group Classical Ballet - 10 years and under
Large Group Classical Ballet - 12 years and under
Large Group Classical Ballet - 14 years and under
Large Group Classical Ballet - 16 years and under
Large Group Classical Ballet - 18 years and under
Large Group Classical Ballet - 19 years and over
EN POINTE
Using Classical technique and Classical style music. Lyrics are not permitted in the Ballet
categories. En Pointe only. Must be 13 years of age or older.
Class
508.
608.
708.
808.
908.
1008.
1108.
Category - Solo Classical Ballet - En Pointe
Solo Classical Ballet - En Pointe - 13 years
Solo Classical Ballet - En Pointe - 14 years
Solo Classical Ballet - En Pointe - 15 years
Solo Classical Ballet - En Pointe - 16 years
Solo Classical Ballet - En Pointe - 17 years
Solo Classical Ballet – En Pointe - 18 years
Solo Classical Ballet - En Pointe - 19 years and older
PAS DE DEUX
En Pointe must be 13 years of age or older
Class
Category - Pas de Deux
900. Pas de Deux - Open age - Male & Female - Female en Pointe
DEMI-CHARACTER (“Demi” meaning half)
This is a dance portraying a “character” employing classical technique from the waist down. Music
must be appropriate to the character. Lyrics are not permitted in the Ballet categories. Footwear is
either ballet slipper or en pointe. (En Pointe must be 13 years of age or older).
Class
113.
213.
313.
413.
513.
613.
713.
813.
913.
1013.
Category - Solo Demi-Character
Solo Demi-Character - 6 years and under
Solo Demi-Character - 8 years
Solo Demi-Character - 9 years
Solo Demi-Character - 10 years
Solo Demi-Character - 11 years
Solo Demi-Character - 12 years
Solo Demi-Character - 13 years
Solo Demi-Character - 14 years
Solo Demi-Character - 15 years
Solo Demi-Character - 16 years
Solo Demi-Character (continued)
1113. Solo Demi-Character - 17 years
1213. Solo Demi-Character - 18 years
1313. Solo Demi-Character - 19 years and over
Class
114.
214.
314.
414.
514.
614.
714.
814.
Category - Duo Demi-Character
Duo Demi-Character - 6 years and under
Duo Demi-Character - 8 years and under
Duo Demi-Character - 10 years and under
Duo Demi-Character - 12 years and under
Duo Demi-Character - 14 years and under
Duo Demi-Character - 16 years and under
Duo Demi-Character - 18 years and under
Duo Demi-Character - 19 years and over
Class
115.
215.
315.
415.
515.
615.
715.
815.
Category - Small Group Demi-Character
Small Group Demi-Character - 6 years and under
Small Group Demi-Character - 8 years and under
Small Group Demi-Character - 10 years and under
Small Group Demi-Character - 12 years and under
Small Group Demi-Character - 14 years and under
Small Group Demi-Character - 16 years and under
Small Group Demi-Character - 18 years and under
Small Group Demi-Character - 19 years and over
Class
116.
216.
316.
416.
516.
616.
716.
816.
Category - Large Group Demi-Character
Large Group Demi-Character - 6 years and under
Large Group Demi-Character - 8 years and under
Large Group Demi-Character - 10 years and under
Large Group Demi-Character - 12 years and under
Large Group Demi-Character - 14 years and under
Large Group Demi-Character - 16 years and under
Large Group Demi-Character - 18 years and under
Large Group Demi-Character - 19 years and over
MODERN/CONTEMPORARY SECTION
MODERN/CONTEMPORARY
Modern/Contemporary dance is a constantly evolving dance form that uses the entire body to express
abstract ideas. Distinguished by its use of expression, movement invention, and three-dimensional
shaping of the body and space, it is dance that can examine the limitations of classical ballet and
pushes the boundaries of form and style. Choreography may contain elements of stylized techniques,
such as Graham, Humphrey, Limon, Dunham, Horton, Cunningham, etc., including the use of
contraction and release, spiral, fall and recovery, successional movement, opposition, hinge, flat back,
and shift of weight. Does not focus on tricks but rather on principles of movement.
It is incumbent upon choreographers and parents to ensure that costumes, lyrics and movement are
age appropriate.
Dancers can enter two different SOLOS, DUOS AND GROUPS. The first piece will be entered in
the “A” class and the second, if two modern/contemporary pieces are being performed, will be
entered in the “B” class. See below. Dancers will dance each of their two pieces at different times in
the week.
Class
Category - Solo Modern/Contemporary
309A. Solo Modern - 8 years & under
409A. Solo Modern - 10 years & under
609A. Solo Modern - 12 years & under
709A. Solo Modern - 13 years
809A. Solo Modern - 14 years
909A. Solo Modern - 15 years
1009A. Solo Modern - 16 years
1109A. Solo Modern - 17 years
1209A. Solo Modern - 18 years
1309A. Solo Modern - 19 years and over
Class
210A.
310A.
410A.
510A.
610A.
710A.
810A.
Category - Duo Modern/Contemporary
Duo Modern - 8 years & under
Duo Modern - 10 years & under
Duo Modern - 12 years & under
Duo Modern - 13 years & 14 years
Duo Modern - 15 years & 16 years
Duo Modern - 17 years & 18 years
Duo Modern - 19 years and over
Class
211A.
311A.
411A.
511A.
611A.
711A.
811A.
Category - Small Group Modern/Contemporary
Small Group Modern - 8 years & under
Small Group Modern - 10 years & under
Small Group Modern - 12 years & under
Small Group Modern - 13 years & 14 years
Small Group Modern - 15 years & 16 years
Small Group Modern - 17 years & 18 years
Small Group Modern - 19 years and over
Modern/Contemporary (continued)
Class
212A.
312A.
412A.
512A.
612A.
712A.
812A.
Category - Large Group Modern/Contemporary
Large Group Modern - 8 years & under
Large Group Modern - 10 years & under
Large Group Modern - 12 years & under
Large Group Modern - 13 years & 14 years
Large Group Modern - 15 years & 16 years
Large Group Modern - 17 years & 18 years
Large Group Modern - 19 years and over
Class
Category - Solo Modern/Contemporary
309B. Solo Modern - 8 years & under
409B. Solo Modern - 10 years & under
609B. Solo Modern - 12 years & under
709B. Solo Modern - 13 years
809B. Solo Modern - 14 years
909B. Solo Modern - 15 years
1009B. Solo Modern - 16 years
1109B. Solo Modern - 17 years
1209B. Solo Modern - 18 years
1309B. Solo Modern - 19 years and over
Class
210B.
310B.
410B.
510B.
610B.
710B.
810B.
Category - Duo Modern/Contemporary
Duo Modern - 8 years & under
Duo Modern - 10 years & under
Duo Modern - 12 years & under
Duo Modern - 13 years & 14 years
Duo Modern - 15 years & 16 years
Duo Modern - 17 years & 18 years
Duo Modern - 19 years and over
Class
211B.
311B.
411B.
511B.
611B.
711B.
811B.
Category - Small Group Modern/Contemporary
Small Group Modern - 8 years & under
Small Group Modern - 10 years & under
Small Group Modern - 12 years & under
Small Group Modern - 13 years & 14 years
Small Group Modern - 15 years & 16 years
Small Group Modern - 17 years & 18 years
Small Group Modern - 19 years and over
Class
212B.
312B.
412B.
512B.
612B.
712B.
812B.
Category - Large Group Modern/Contemporary
Large Group Modern - 8 years & under
Large Group Modern - 10 years & under
Large Group Modern - 12 years & under
Large Group Modern - 13 years & 14 years
Large Group Modern - 15 years & 16 years
Large Group Modern - 17 years & 18 years
Large Group Modern - 19 years and over
STAGE SECTION
HIP HOP
A constantly evolving form of dance that relies on individualism and personal style and emphasizes the
expressive power of movement----should include but not be limited to choreography that incorporates a
blend of contemporary funk and street style with jazz technique. May include moves such as gliding,
popping, locking, waving, and utilize house, old school, and new school. May also include
gymnastics/power moves or any series of tricks or stunts.
For Provincials, Hip Hop may ONLY be used as a “second” stage solo. Dancers must qualify in one of
the other accepted Stage areas.
It is incumbent upon choreographers and parents to ensure that costumes, lyrics and movement are
age appropriate.
Class
222.
322.
422.
522.
622.
722.
822.
922.
1022.
1122.
Category - Solo Hip-Hop
Solo Hip Hop – 8 years and under
Solo Hip Hop - 10 years and under
Solo Hip Hop - 12 years and under
Solo Hip Hop - 13 years
Solo Hip-Hop - 14 years
Solo Hip Hop - 15 years
Solo Hip-Hop - 16 years
Solo Hip-Hop - 17 years
Solo Hip Hop - 18 years
Solo Hip-Hop - 19 years and over
Class
223.
323.
423.
523.
623.
723.
823.
Category - Duo Hip-Hop
Duo Hip Hop – 8 years and under
Duo Hip-Hop - 10 years and under
Duo Hip-Hop - 12 years and under
Duo Hip-Hop - 14 years and under
Duo Hip-Hop - 16 years and under
Duo Hip-Hop - 18 years and under
Duo Hip-Hop - 19 years and over
Class
224.
324.
424.
524.
624.
724.
824.
Category - Small Group Hip-Hop
Small Group Hip Hop – 8 years and under
Small Group Hip-Hop - 10 years and under
Small Group Hip-Hop - 12 years and under
Small Group Hip-Hop - 14 years and under
Small Group Hip-Hop - 16 years and under
Small Group Hip-Hop - 18 years and under
Small Group Hip-Hop - 19 years and over
Hip-Hop (continued)
Class
225.
325.
425.
525.
625.
725.
825.
Category - Large Group Hip-Hop
Large Group Hip-Hop – 8 years and under
Large Group Hip-Hop - 10 years and under
Large Group Hip-Hop - 12 years and under
Large Group Hip-Hop - 14 years and under
Large Group Hip-Hop - 16 years and under
Large Group Hip-Hop - 18 years and under
Large Group Hip-Hop - 19 years and over
TAP
Rhythm through footwork, style and presentation. No dubbing of tap sounds permitted on recording.
Footwear is shoes with taps.
Class
226.
326.
426.
526.
626.
726.
826.
926.
1026.
1126.
1226.
1326.
Category - Solo Tap
Solo Tap - 8 years and under
Solo Tap - 9 years
Solo Tap - 10 years
Solo Tap - 11 years
Solo Tap - 12 years
Solo Tap - 13 years
Solo Tap - 14 years
Solo Tap - 15 years
Solo Tap - 16 years
Solo Tap - 17 years
Solo Tap - 18 years
Solo Tap - 19 years and over
Class
227.
327.
427.
527.
627.
727.
827.
Category - Duo Tap
Duo Tap - 8 years and under
Duo Tap - 10 years and under
Duo Tap - 12 years and under
Duo Tap - 14 years and under
Duo Tap - 16 years and under
Duo Tap - 18 years and under
Duo Tap - 19 years and over
Class
228.
328.
428.
528.
628.
728.
828.
Category - Small Group Tap
Small Group Tap - 8 years and under
Small Group Tap - 10 years and under
Small Group Tap - 12 years and under
Small Group Tap - 14 years and under
Small Group Tap - 16 years and under
Small Group Tap - 18 years and under
Small Group Tap - 19 years and over
Tap (continued)
Class
229.
329.
429.
529.
629.
729.
829.
Category - Large Group Tap
Large Group Tap - 8 years and under
Large Group Tap - 10 years and under
Large Group Tap - 12 years and under
Large Group Tap - 14 years and under
Large Group Tap - 16 years and under
Large Group Tap - 18 years and under
Large Group Tap - 19 years and over
SONG & DANCE
A routine suited to stage production. Balanced effort in dancing, singing and acting will be an integral
part of the overall performance. No vocals on CD.
Class
230.
330.
430.
530.
630.
730.
830.
930.
1030.
1130.
1230.
1330.
Category - Solo Song & Dance
Solo Song & Dance - 8 years and under
Solo Song & Dance - 9 years
Solo Song & Dance - 10 years
Solo Song & Dance - 11 years
Solo Song & Dance - 12 years
Solo Song & Dance - 13 years
Solo Song & Dance - 14 years
Solo Song & Dance - 15 years
Solo Song & Dance - 16 years
Solo Song & Dance - 17 years
Solo Song & Dance - 18 years
Solo Song & Dance - 19 years and over
Class
231.
331.
431.
531.
631.
731.
831.
Category - Duo Song & Dance
Duo Song & Dance - 8 years and under
Duo Song & Dance - 10 years and under
Duo Song & Dance - 12 years and under
Duo Song & Dance - 14 years and under
Duo Song & Dance - 16 years and under
Duo Song & Dance - 18 years and under
Duo Song & Dance - 19 years and over
Class
331.
332.
432.
532.
632.
732.
832.
Category - Small Group Song & Dance
Small Group Song & Dance - 8 years and under
Small Group Song & Dance - 10 years and under
Small Group Song & Dance - 12 years and under
Small Group Song & Dance - 14 years and under
Small Group Song & Dance - 16 years and under
Small Group Song & Dance - 18 years and under
Small Group Song & Dance - 19 years and over
Song & Dance (continued)
Class
233.
333.
433.
533.
633.
733.
833.
Category - Large Group Song & Dance
Large Group Song & Dance - 8 years and under
Large Group Song & Dance - 10 years and under
Large Group Song & Dance - 12 years and under
Large Group Song & Dance - 14 years and under
Large Group Song & Dance - 16 years and under
Large Group Song & Dance - 18 years and under
Large Group Song & Dance - 19 years and over
VARIETY
Anything goes -- Can be humorous or dramatic. Must not be able to fit in any other category.
Lip Syncing is allowed.
Class
234.
334.
434.
534.
634.
734.
834.
934.
1034.
1134.
1234.
1334.
Category - Solo Variety
Solo Variety - 8 years and under
Solo Variety - 9 years
Solo Variety - 10 years
Solo Variety - 11 years
Solo Variety - 12 years
Solo Variety - 13 years
Solo Variety - 14 years
Solo Variety - 15 years
Solo Variety - 16 years
Solo Variety - 17 years
Solo Variety - 18 years
Solo Variety - 19 years and over
Class
235.
335.
435.
535.
635.
735.
835.
Category - Duo Variety
Duo Variety - 8 years and under
Duo Variety - 10 years and under
Duo Variety - 12 years and under
Duo Variety - 14 years and under
Duo Variety - 16 years and under
Duo Variety - 18 years and under
Duo Variety - 19 years and over
Class
236.
336.
436.
536.
636.
736.
836.
Category - Small Group Variety
Small Group Variety - 8 years and under
Small Group Variety - 10 years and under
Small Group Variety - 12 years and under
Small Group Variety - 14 years and under
Small Group Variety - 16 years and under
Small Group Variety - 18 years and under
Small Group Variety - 19 years and over
Variety (continued)
Class
237.
337.
437.
537.
637.
737.
837.
Category - Large Group Variety
Large Group Variety - 8 years and under
Large Group Variety - 10 years and under
Large Group Variety - 12 years and under
Large Group Variety - 14 years and under
Large Group Variety - 16 years and under
Large Group Variety - 18 years and under
Large Group Variety - 19 years and over
JAZZ
May be fast moving and high energy or the smooth Broadway style of jazz. Using jazz style, technique
and music, often including body isolations and syncopation. Vocal and instrumental arrangements
permitted. Footwear is jazz shoes/boots or bare feet.
It is incumbent upon choreographers and parents to ensure that costumes, lyrics and movement are
age appropriate.
Class
243.
343.
443.
543.
643.
743.
843.
943.
1043.
1143.
1243.
1343.
Category - Solo Jazz
Solo Jazz - 8 years and under
Solo Jazz - 9 years
Solo Jazz - 10 years
Solo Jazz - 11 years
Solo Jazz - 12 years
Solo Jazz - 13 years
Solo Jazz - 14 years
Solo Jazz - 15 years
Solo Jazz - 16 years
Solo Jazz - 17 years
Solo Jazz - 18 years
Solo Jazz - 19 years and over
Class
244.
344.
444.
544.
644.
744.
844.
Category - Duo Jazz
Duo Jazz - 8 years and under
Duo Jazz - 10 years and under
Duo Jazz - 12 years and under
Duo Jazz - 14 years and under
Duo Jazz - 16 years and under
Duo Jazz - 18 years and under
Duo Jazz - 19 years and over
Class
245.
345.
445.
545.
645.
745.
845.
Category - Small Group Jazz
Small Group Jazz - 8 years and under
Small Group Jazz - 10 years and under
Small Group Jazz - 12 years and under
Small Group Jazz - 14 years and under
Small Group Jazz - 16 years and under
Small Group Jazz - 18 years and under
Small Group Jazz - 19 years and over
Jazz (continued)
Class
246.
346.
446.
546.
646.
746.
846.
Category - Large Group Jazz
Large Group Jazz - 8 years and under
Large Group Jazz - 10 years and under
Large Group Jazz - 12 years and under
Large Group Jazz - 14 years and under
Large Group Jazz - 16 years and under
Large Group Jazz - 18 years and under
Large Group Jazz - 19 years and over
LYRICAL
A dance that specifically conveys the emotional journey of the lyrics through a soft jazz or
contemporary jazz movement vocabulary that is generally performed to music at slower tempos.
Facial expressions and movement directly represent the lyrics.
It is incumbent upon choreographers and parents to ensure that costumes, lyrics and movement are
age appropriate.
Class
347.
447.
547.
647.
747.
847.
947.
1047.
1147.
1247.
1347.
Category - Solo Lyrical
Solo Lyrical - 9 years and under
Solo Lyrical - 10 years
Solo Lyrical - 11 years
Solo Lyrical - 12 years
Solo Lyrical - 13 years
Solo Lyrical - 14 years
Solo Lyrical - 15 years
Solo Lyrical - 16 years
Solo Lyrical - 17 years
Solo Lyrical - 18 years
Solo Lyrical - 19 years and over
Class
348.
448.
548.
648.
748.
848.
Category - Duo Lyrical
Duo Lyrical - 10 years and under
Duo Lyrical - 12 years and under
Duo Lyrical - 14 years and under
Duo Lyrical - 16 years and under
Duo Lyrical - 18 years and under
Duo Lyrical - 19 years and over
Class
349.
449.
549.
649.
749.
849.
Category - Small Group Lyrical
Small Group Lyrical - 10 years and under
Small Group Lyrical - 12 years and under
Small Group Lyrical - 14 years and under
Small Group Lyrical - 16 years and under
Small Group Lyrical - 18 years and under
Small Group Lyrical - 19 years and over
Class
Category - Large Group Lyrical
350. Large Group Lyrical - 10 years and under
450. Large Group Lyrical - 12 years and under
Large Group Lyrical continues on next page…
Large Group Lyrical (continued)
550.
650.
750.
850.
Large Group Lyrical - 14 years and under
Large Group Lyrical - 16 years and under
Large Group Lyrical - 18 years and under
Large Group Lyrical - 19 years and over
“OTHER” SECTION
(not PABC eligible)
MUSICAL INTERPRETATION
For the Musical Interpretation Category, all performers must check in in person at the
CD table, 15 minutes before the session begins. Failure to do so will result in dancing
for adjudication only.
A suitable selection of music will be chosen for each group by the Adjudicator. Each performer will
enter the hall separately, hear the music once, and then dance to music on a second playing.
Performers are requested to appear for this class in appropriate attire. Female: body suit, hair in
bun, soft ballet slippers or bare feet. Male: ballet short, ballet t-shirt, soft ballet slippers or bare feet.
Class
321.
421.
521.
621.
721.
Category - Music Interpretation
Music Interpretation – 10 years and under
Music Interpretation – 11 & 12 years
Music Interpretation - 13 & 14 years
Music Interpretation - 15 & 16 years
Music Interpretation - 17 years and over
CULTURAL SPECIFIC
Music, dance and costume must be of national origin – A dance with the costume and music that
portrays the flavour of a specific culture.
Class
Category - Solo Cultural Specific
400. Solo Cultural Specific - 12 years and under
700. Solo Cultural Specific - 18 years and under
800. Solo Cultural Specific - 19 years and over
Class
Category - Duo Cultural Specific
401. Duo Cultural Specific - 12 years and under
701. Duo Cultural Specific - 18 years and under
801. Duo Cultural Specific - 19 years and over
Cultural Specific (continued)
Class
Category - Small Group Cultural Specific
402. Small Group Cultural Specific - 12 years and under
702. Small Group Cultural Specific - 18 years and under
802. Small Group Cultural Specific - 19 years and over
Class
Category - Large Group Cultural Specific
403. Large Group Cultural Specific - 12 years and under
703. Large Group Cultural Specific - 18 years and under
803. Large Group Cultural Specific - 19 years and over
ACROBATIC DANCE
Must be suitable for stage presentation. No mat to be used. Acrobatic movements combined with
dance step, both mediums being suited to the choice of music.
Class
Category - Solo Acrobatic Dance
439. Solo Acrobatic Dance - 12 years and under
739. Solo Acrobatic Dance - 18 years and under
839. Solo Acrobatic Dance - 19 years and over
Class
Category - Duo Acrobatic Dance
440. Duo Acrobatic Dance - 12 years and under
740. Duo Acrobatic Dance - 18 years and under
840. Duo Acrobatic Dance - 19 years and over
Class
Category - Small Group Acrobatic Dance
441. Small Group Acrobatic Dance - 12 years and under
741. Small Group Acrobatic Dance - 18 years and under
841. Small Group Acrobatic Dance - 19 years and over
Class
Category - Large Group Acrobatic Dance
442. Large Group Acrobatic Dance - 12 years and under
742. Large Group Acrobatic Dance - 18 years and under
842. Large Group Acrobatic Dance - 19 years and over
PRODUCTION
Ten or more dancers. Any type of dance or song with dance: max. of 8 minutes long. All
productions will be allowed ten (10) minutes for set-up and take down.
Teachers/choreographers/designate must be back stage during production category to help with lineup/props.
Class
Category - Production
438. Production - 12 years and under
638. Production - 16 years and under
738. Production - 17 years and over
JUNIOR CHOREOGRAPHY ($15.00 entry fee)
Class
901.
902.
Category – Junior Choreography
Junior Choreography – 15 years and under
Junior Choreography – 18 years and under
AT TIME OF ENTRY (January 8th deadline) MUST SUBMIT:
 Whether piece is solo, duo, small group or large group
This category is intended for young choreographers. Performance may be a solo, duo or group number. The
choreographer may participate in the dance. This category is not counted in solo and duo limits or in doubleups. This piece may also have been entered in its respective category.
Adjudication will be based on notes and choreography. This category will be adjudicated by both the Stage
and Ballet/Modern adjudicators. The final marks will be the average of both adjudicators’ marks.
Choreography notes (one copy) are required for the Junior Choreography category and must be
turned in to the CD table or back table on Sunday, March 13th by noon. Choreography
notes should be typed and double spaced. Any notes received after noon on March 13th
will be for adjudication only.
Choreography notes must include detailed information on the following:
 Inspiration
 Reason for costuming choice
 Reason for music choice
 Select two movements or phrases (series of movements) within your piece and
explain how they support your theme and/or inspiration
ADJUDICATORS’ CHOICE AWARDS– Solos, Duos, Groups (no entry fee)
Over the course of the festival the adjudicators will choose their top pieces (solos, duos or groups) based
primarily on quality and creativity of choreography. There will be 3 Adjudicator Choice awards presented to
the choreographers during the Friday evening Gala.