Syllabus

Syllabus for the Nationals Finals

MELBOURNE

Dates:
13, 14, 15 & 16th of June 2019

(SUBJECT TO CHANGE PENDING ENTRIES)
Time table will come out closer to event

Entries close:

Currently Open (until sold out)

Late entries will not be accepted

 

Entries & Fees 

  • Solo - $40 per entry
  • Improv - $40 per entry
  • Troupe - $50 per troupe
  • Duo/Trio/Quad - $50 per entry
  • Championships - $100 per entry (Master class included.)
  • Outstanding Entertainer - $60 per entry
  • Registration Fee - $80 per entrant ( this includes entry for dancers, family & friends, Insurance, music fees, this fee also covers entry for dancer into Gala Night and Limited Edition National Finals T Shirt!
  • Scholarship $60 per entry
  • Classical Ballet Scholarship $100 per entry (Master class included)
  • Meet & Greet Disco $20 per dancer (DJ & NIBBLES)
  • Gala Night $15 per spectator
  • Programme with keepsake media (posted) $20

Your investment also includes 2 of the BEST adjudicators, genre specialists, Championship appropriate trophies, some CASH prizes, SCHOLARSHIP opportunities, Amazing Venue, and an UNFORGETTABLE experience at this 4 day event which will, no doubt stay with your dancer for a lifetime!

Refunds will not be given for any reason.

Please ensure entries are sent to ttsnationals@gmail.com

Payment details must be completed on entry form otherwise entry is invalid.

Formal Regulations

All Entrants are required to follow the following regulations during the competition

Solo as at 1st January ,Year of comp.

Duo/Trio/Quad - eldest child as at 1st January, Year of comp

Troupes – eldest child as at 1st January, Year of comp.

Available sections:

(Please note, sections may be combined or split depending on entries)

6 & UnderOpen

8 & Under Open

10 & Under Open

12 & Under Open

14 & Under Open

16 & Under Open

Open Age (17 & Over)

 

If a competitor has a memory lapse and runs offstage, they will be

permitted to attempt their routine again at the end of the section if

time permits, and at the discretion of the adjudicator and

committee for a critique only.

 

Prompting is not permitted except for sections where competitors

are 6 years & under

 

Proof of Age may be required upon request of the Time to Shine

dance committee.

 

The committee has the right to:

Refuse Entry

Request proof of age if deemed necessary

Cancel/Amend/combine section which is sees necessary to do so

All Open sections are for competitors who have won or placed in any corresponding section in any competition.

Section Styles

Jazz, Lyrical, Neo Classical, Hip Hop, Classical, Jazz No tricks, Contemporary, Own Choreo, Broadway Musical, Song & Dance, Song & Tap, Demi Character, Any Style, Acro,

Improv  (Jazz, Classical Neo Classocal, Contemporary, Tap, Hip Hop).

Duo/Trio/Quad – Jazz, Hip Hop, Neo, Contemporary, Own Choreo, Tap

If your style does not fit into any of these categories, it can be danced in any style.

Competitors must have danced 2 solos, one solo must be that of the champ style, PLUS competitors must have competed in 2 improvisational sections to qualify for champs
CHAMPIONSHIP dance MUST be unseen (not previously performed).

 

Modern Championship

Dancer must complete ONE dance (Lyrical, Neo Classical OR Contemporary)
MUST BE UNSEEN

Dancer must have danced 2 solos (including a lyrical, neo or contemporary)  & 2 improv to qualify (including lyrical, neo or contemporary)

 

Tap Championship

Dancer must complete ONE dance, (2 mins slow tap, 2 mins fast tap.)
MUST BE UNSEEN

dancer must have danced 2 solos (including a tap)  & 2 improv to qualify (including tap)

 

Jazz Championship

Dancer must complete ONE dance (any style of Jazz)
MUST BE UNSEEN

Dancer must have danced 2 solos (including a jazz)  & 2 improv to qualify (including jazz)

 

Classical Championship

Dancer must complete One Classical
MUST BE UNSEEN

Dancer must have danced 2 solos (including a classical)  & 2 improv to qualify (including classical)

Trophies will be awarded to 1, 2 & 3rd Solo Placings, Other sections will receive either medals, ribbons, Certificates and/or some CASH prizes.

Awards

Outstanding Performer - 1st Place only
(Can be a repeat or unseen -  judged purely on entertainment value only)

Costume Award - 1st Place only

Judges Choice

Highest Score

Most Promising Dancer

Most Versatile Dancer

Adjudicator's discretion is final.

Competitors, parents, teachers are NOT permitted to approach the adjudicator for any reason.  Any persons breaching this rule will

be disqualified

In circumstances out of control, the committee has the right to

change the adjudicator at the last minute with or without notice.

The adjudication will supply a written critique for each dancer after each routine.

Solos: 3 minutes

Song & Dance: 4 minutes

Duo/Trio/Quad: 3 mins

Troupes: 4 mins

Championships: 3 mins

Improv: to be provided

Anyone with times that go over time limits minutes will be penalised.

Music is to be the appropriate age for the dancer

Music must be supplied on CD, One track per CD

Music must be handed to the music station at least 3 section prior

to, unless called earlier.

Where music has not been handed in, the dancer will be deemed ‘not shown’ and will not be included in the section.

 

Please ensure you have a back up CD, incase of music

malfunction. The committee will not be responsible for any failure of music.

Props are welcome provided they are safe. No glass or dangerous

materials is permitted.

All props must be placed on stage immediately before the routine & must be removed immediately after the routine.

Time to Shine will not be responsible for any loss or damage to

any props & they must be used at dancer's own risk.

PREVENTION OF BULLYING POLICY STATEMENT

Our comp expects that EVERYONE at our competitions shall treat each other with respect and dignity, in an effort to provide a healthy environment that is cohesive and comfortable for ALL. The comp will NOT tolerate any Bullying or Harassment.

Bullying behaviour can include but is not limited to

  1. Verbal abuse or shouting;
  2. Physical Abuse;
  3. Excluding or isolating a person;
  4. Psychological harassment;
  5. Humiliating a person through sarcasm, criticism or insults (including bullying through on-line systems);
  6. Ignoring or belittling a person’s contribution or opinion.

Time To Shine Dance Competitions encourages the early reporting of any allegations of bullying and harassment where any persons feel that they are the victims of such behaviours; they should discuss the matter directly with the person/people concerned and request an end to the behaviours. 
Should this approach fail or be inappropriate, the victim can raise the matter with the Directors. Disciplinary action WILL be taken against offenders and anyone who victimizes or retaliates against a person who has made a complaint.

Time To Shine Dance Sections

  • Jazz
  • Jazz (no tricks)
  • Classical
  • Lyrical
  • Neo Classical
  • Contemporary
  • Hip Hop
  • Own Choreography
  • Acro
  • Song & Dance  Tapping Barred
  • Song & Tap
  • Tap
  • Demi Character
  • Any Style
  • Musical Theatre
  • Costume Award - ANY Age
  • Outstanding Entertainer (Any Style) – UNDER 12
  • Outstanding Entertainer (Any Style) – 12 & OVER
  • Jazz
  • Classical
  • Neo
  • Contemporary
  • Hip Hop
  • Tap
  • Lyrical
  • Jazz
  • Tap
  • Hip Hop
  • Neo Classical
  • Contemporary
  • Own Choreography
  • Parent & Child (Any Style)
  • Jazz
  • Classical
  • Neo Classical
  • Lyrical
  • Contemporary
  • Hip Hop
  • Song & Dance
  • Song & Tap
  • Tap
  • Demi Character
  • Musical Theatre
  • Any Style

Trophy and (if sufficient numbers, cash prizes)

  • Jazz Championship –8&U Years
  • Jazz Championship –10&U Years
  • Jazz Championship –12&U Years
  • Jazz Championship –14&U Years
  • Jazz Championship –16&U Years
  • Jazz Championship - Open Age – 17 yrs & over)

 

  • Modern Championship –8& U Years
  • Modern Championship – 10&U Years
  • Modern Championship –12&U Years
  • Modern Championship –14&U Years
  • Modern Championship –16&U Years
  • Modern Championship - Open Age 17 Yrs & Over)

 

  • Tap Championship –8 &U Years
  • Tap Championship –10 &UYears
  • Tap Championship – 12 &U Years
  • Tap Championship –14 &U Years
  • Tap Championship –16 &U Years
  • Tap Championship - Open Age 17 Yrs & Over)

 

  • Classical Championship – 8&U Years
  • Classical Championship –10&U Years
  • Classical Championship –12 &UYears
  • Classical Championship –14&UYears
  • Classical Championship –16&UYears
  • Classical Championship - Open Age 17 Yrs & Over)

Competition Rules

  • It is understood that by entering TTS competitions, you agree & understand all rules stated including time frames. It is further understood that there is no refunds or credits on any entry regardless of reason.
  • Competitors Pass of $35.00  (includes emailed programme & free entry for spectators. - This is compulsory to every competitor.
  • Competitor passes are available on arrival.  These must be worn by competitors at all times.  - NO PASS NO DANCE
  • All entries must be filled in honestly & release directors or representatives from any claims from damages or injuries sustained whilst competing in activities related to this competition.
  • TTS is open to all competitors both amateurs & professional. (Teachers & professional’s must dance in open sections)
  • Troupes must have a minimum number of 5 members.
  • There must not be more than 2 troupes from any one dance school in anyone section, and there must be 3 interchangeable members of the troupe.
  • Age limit is January 1st on the year of the comp.   Birth certificates should be available upon request if age is in doubt.
  • The committee reserves the right to join sections if there are insufficient entries in sections. Where large numbers are taken, the committee reserves the right to separate sections into heats.
  • All adjudicator decisions are final.
  • Communication with the adjudicator or scriber is strictly prohibited.  The committee reserves the right to disqualify and eject any persons from the competition, beings dancers, teachers, or other interested parties from communication with the adjudicator. Approaching the adjudication desk is STRICTLY PROHIBITED and ANY time. You will be asked to leave.
  • No competitor permitted to enter TTS dance comps if they have had attended class instructed by the adjudicator in the last 6 months.
  • All routines must be family audience suitable.
  • Parent prompting is NOT permitted under any circumstance unless for ages UNDER 6.
  • Parents are not permitted backstage, unless pre arranged.
  • Use of Cameras, Flashbulbs, tape recorders, video recorders & Mobile Phones is strictly prohibited.  Immediate disqualification will be undertaken & all footage be made to be deleted.
  • No photographs are to be taken in change rooms.  All images should be taken in front of Competition Media walls.
  • TTS reserves the right to alter the program or run sheet accordingly.
  • All competitors compete at own risk.  TTS & all staff associated will not be held responsible for any injuries that may occur during our event.
  • All Acro moves are done at own risk.  It is compulsory for any routine that contains drops to wear kneepads.
  • Acro may be done in any dance style except were stated no tricks.
  • Where ‘No tricks’ is stated, this means no acro at all, including cartwheels. -  Allowed is leap, split or mount.
  • Tights must be worn by every competitor wearing hi cut leotard or tutu.
  • Competitors are permitted to dance up age groups as long as the dance is not a repeat dance.
  • All champ dances must be danced in the correct age group
  • All entries must be paid in full before entry is confirmed. THIS INCLUDES COMPULSORY COMPETITOR PASS  Any entries that have not been completed within 24 hours will be placed back for public entry.
  • Late entries will not be accepted.
  • By entering our Competition you agreeing to all aspects of social media promotion.  Please contact us privately if you have any concerns regarding this.
  • All routine have a time limit, which should be adhered to; Solos 3 mins, song & dance 4 mins & troupes 4 mins.  Champs 4 mins.  Any routine that goes over time by more than 3 seconds will be penalised.
  • Time starts once the competitor enters the stage or the music starts.
  • All music must be provided on CD.  (One track per CD)  Competitors are encouraged to have a back up copy should original fail. The committee will not be responsible for any failure of music
  • Music should be handed in at least 3sections prior to yours.
  • A competitor who commences performing an item, and stops, and is allowed to restart the item, will receive a critique only.  Commencing with the wrong music will be tolerated, provided the dancer has not begun the routine.
  • In accordance with the federal laws, competitors must use original material or have permission from the relevant owners of the copyright. The committee will not be held responsible for any copyright infringements
  • Vocals of any sort are prohibited on Song & Dance and Song & Tap Sections