Danceline Productions... Competitions for your dance and drill team!

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2008 Competition Schedule

South Texas Spectacular Dance/Drill Team Competition
Saturday, February 16, 2008 *New Date
New Caney HS, New Caney, Texas
Competition schedule, updated on 2/14/08

Danceline Lone Star Dance Drill Team Competition
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Ford HS, Quinlan, Texas
Competition schedule, updated on 2/14/08

Fort Worth Area Dance/Drill Team Competition
Saturday, February 23, 2008
Weatherford HS, Weatherford, Texas
Competition schedule, final version posted at 8pm on 2/21/08

Danceline North Texas Championship Contest
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Denton HS, Denton, Texas
Competition schedule, updated on 2/28/08

Austin/San Antonio Area Championship Contest
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Fredericksburg HS, Fredericksburg, Texas
Competition schedule, updated on 2/28/08

Spectators-
Please note that there is a $7 entry fee at each contest.

*Click here for a printable contest brochure

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Contest forms:

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COMPETITION RULES & INFORMATION:

At Danceline, we strive to be DIFFERENT.

It is our goal to be the friendliest dance company in the industry offering professional competitions that provide a positive growing experience for our clients.

Fees & Deadlines
Please see registration sheet for division fees. All fees are non-refundable. Entry fees should be received at least 3 weeks prior to competition date. Entry fees received after competition deadline will be charged a $50 late fee. Substitutions for performers can be made at no additional charge. Please notify our office if substitutions are necessary. No changes to printed schedule can be made after Wednesday afternoon of the competition week.

How To Enter
Simply complete the Registration Form (coming soon), a team roster sheet with names for all soloists, duets, ensembles, and officer groups, and mail to Danceline Office along with entry fees.

Team Roster
Please complete a name list to accompany your registration sheet signifying team members who are also competing in the Officer, Ensemble, Duet and/or Solo Divisions. We must have this name sheet to complete our schedule. Please type or neatly write each performer's name, grade and age on this sheet.

2007-2008 fees
Our entry fees are some of the most cost-efficient in the dance industry!

Team	$145
Officer	$115
Large Ensemble (6 -11 dancers)	$100
Small Ensemble ( 3 - 5 dancers)	$90
Duets	$80
Solos	$55

Deadlines
Please register and mail entry fees at least 3 weeks prior to competition. Once you have registered and paid at least 85% of entry fees, you may add entries after deadline with written notice without paying a late fee.

Deadlines for each competition are:
Black & Gold = November 17
East Texas Spectacular = February 2
Turning Point = February 9
North Texas Contest- February 18

Friday Evening Competition
If the competition exceeds time allotment for Saturday, we may begin some solos, ensembles and/or officer competition on the Friday evening preceding the competition date. Please let us know if you are unable to compete on Friday evening and we will accommodate your needs. Should the competition begin on Friday evening, you will be notified at least ten days prior to the competition.

Competition Package
Upon receipt of your registration and entry fees, a confirmation will be mailed to you. A complete competition package including floor performance diagrams showing entrance and exit points, location maps, and other details will be mailed out ten days prior to the competition.

Competition Schedule
A tentative schedule of competition will be posted on line on Tuesday of the competition week.

Time Limit
All group routines should be at least 1 ½ minutes and no longer than 3 minutes in length for actual performance time. (excluding entrance and exit) Production routines must be at least 3 minutes and no more than 6 minutes performance time. Solos must be at least 1 ½ and no more than 2 ½ minutes in length. There will be a deduction in points should routines go over performance time limit. Additionally, please note in registration if your team will require extra setup/breakdown time for props etc. so we can plan accordingly in our scheduling. Groups should plan to enter and exit floor as quickly as possible.

Coaching
Please note that this is a professional competition and performers are expected to be prepared and well rehearsed. There should not be coaching from the directors, choreographers or audience members during the performance time. Adjudicators may deduct points for coaching during a performance.

Music
Music for each entry should be on a separate high quality cassette tape. Music must be cued. If music is not cued, the performance time may be moved to a later time. Each cassette or must be labeled with school or individual's name, division and category. Please have a back up cassette for all performances. A director or manager should be at the sound table with backup ready.

Adjudication
Professional judges will evaluate each performance in the areas of technique, showmanship, choreography, execution, appearance and overall effect. Points may be deducted in the areas of appearance, choreography and/or overall impression categories should costuming, movements, or music be deemed inappropriate for all audience levels. Should a dancer verbally expel inappropriate language while performing, a lower rating will automatically be assigned. This will be determined at the discretion of the judging panel. All judges decisions are final.

Food and Concessions
The host school will provide a concession with food and drinks throughout the competition day. Please support the host school or group by making your food and drink purchases from them.

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. If you perform a tap routine, please bring appropriate tab boards or other protective surface.

Weather Alert
Should a severe weather alert or travel advisory be in effect on the competition date, the competition will be rescheduled for a later date. Should a team be unable to attend the rescheduled date, half of the school's entry fees will be refunded.

Sportsmanlike Behavior
Consideration of all participants is expected at all times. Failure to do so will result in immediate disqualification-no exceptions. We expect professionalism from our performers as well as spectators.

Danceline Technique Challenge
Following the final performance of the day, we will begin our Technique Challenge in various technical and skill areas. Any individuals may enter this competition. Top three winners will be recognized and first place for each challenge will receive an award. A more detailed explanation will be sent with competition package. This is a great opportunity for dancers to display their strengths.

*CLASSIFICATIONS:*
	Please register under classifications according to your team skill level, size and institution to help us better adjudicate for your dancers' best performance. Specific awards for various classifications will be based on number of entries per class, institution, age and team size. There must be at least three in various classifications to deem specific class awards. Classifications will be divided or combined according to number of participants in each classification, division and category. Class I-Typically the majority of dancers have 1-2 years of training and dance at a beginner to intermediate skill level. Class II-Typically the majority of dancers have 3-5 years of training and dance at an intermediate to advanced skill level. Class III-Typically the majority of dancers have 6 or more years of training and dance at an advanced skill level. Small Team-Team consists of five to twenty dancers. Medium Team-Team consists of twenty one to forty dancers. Large Team-Team consists of forty one or more dancers. Studio-Teams that are associated with a privately run dance or performance studio. School-Teams that are associated with public or private schools, colleges or universities. Community-Teams that are associated with a community run organization.

*DIVISIONS:*
	Divisions will be divided or combined according to number of participants in each division and category. Division changes will be accommodated if written notice is submitted to Danceline office at least one week prior to competition. SOLO Open to all participants. Competitors in the solo division should enter appropriate age division. DUET Open to all participants. Duets are comprised of only two dancers who must demonstrate an equal amount of performance time. ENSEMBLE There are two divisions for ensemble competition: Small Ensemble-made up of 3-5 performers, and Large Ensemble-made up of 6-11 performers. Ensembles are eligible for division one ribbons or medals, and all special awards. OFFICER Officers may enter all categories. There is no limit of entries per officer group. Officer groups are eligible for all group awards. TEAM Teams may enter all categories for competition. There is no limit of entries per group. Teams are eligible for all group awards. Teams will be divided into Small Team (5-20 dancers), Medium Team (21-40 dancers) and Large Team (41 + dancers) for classification purposes.

*COMPETITION CATEGORIES:*
	JAZZ Clean jazz style movements Emphasis on traditional or contemporary jazz movements LYRICAL Emphasizes ballet and classical dance technique Concentrates on both technical and emotional interpretations HIGH KICK Routine made up of formation changes and at least 75% high kicks Emphasis on kick technique, timing, and uniformity PROP Any props may be used except poms Should utilize prop through at least 85% of routine NOVELTY Character dance incorporating identifiable theme Props are permitted, but should not be the routine's focal point MILITARY Routine based on precision and sharp motions Emphasis on spatial designs and precision POM Routine utilizes poms for at least 85% of dance HIP HOP/FUNK Contemporary movement to street style music Emphasis should be on body control and rhythm rather than traditional jazz movements PRODUCTION Routine exhibiting special effects such as backdrops, large props, and/or a variety of dance styles utilizing innovative staging and placement Actual performance time limit should be at least 3 minutes and no more than 6 minutes OPEN Any dance entry not adhering to other categories Examples include but are not limited to the following: Ballet, Tap, Modern, CO-ED, and Folkloric

*AWARDS:*
	Danceline Grand Champion Awarded to teams and officer groups entered in at least three separate categories who have received the highest average scores for the day. If at least three different groups are competing in various classifications, each classification will receive a Grand Champion Award of Honor. Danceline Gold Award Awards to teams and officer groups for team and officer routines receiving three or more judges' averages of 95 or above for three separate routines. Sweepstakes Trophies awarded to teams and officer groups receiving three or more division I ratings in three separate categories. Double Division I Trophies awarded to teams and officer groups receiving a Division I rating in 2 categories. Division I Trophies awarded to teams and officer groups receiving an average score of 90 or above for a single routine. Best In Category Awards presented to teams and officer groups receiving the highest score in each category. There must be at least three groups in each category to qualify. Best In Division Awards presented to ensemble and duet groups receiving the highest score in their division. There must be at least five competitors in each division to qualify. Choreography Award Awarded to performing group(s) that demonstrate unique and innovative choreography in their performances. Technique Award Awarded to performing group(s) that demonstrate outstanding execution of technical elements in their performances. Showmanship Award Awarded to performing group that receive highest scores in showmanship. Entertainer Award Awarded to performing group that demonstrates outstanding audience appeal, energy, and overall enthusiasm in their performance. Presentation Award Awarded to performing group demonstrating outstanding overall effect in performance through areas of staging, choreography, costuming, and other technical areas. Precision Award Awarded to performing group demonstrating outstanding unison, clarity, and timing throughout performance. Costuming Award Awarded to performing group and solos who present unique, innovative and visual effects through their costuming. Judges Award Presented to the team and officer group with the highest average score of the day for a single routine. Congeniality Award Presented to the team demonstrating the most enthusiastic, consistent and authentic support for other performers throughout the competition day. Division I Duet & Ensemble Awards All duet and ensemble competitors receiving an average score of 90 and above will receive a division I rating ribbon or medal. Solo Awards All solos will receive a medal or blue, red or white ribbon. All solos receiving a Division I rating will receive a Division I rating ribbon or medal. The top scoring solos in each age division will receive trophies providing there are at least five contestants in varied divisions. Miss Danceline USA Only high school and collegiate solo participants are eligible for the Miss Danceline USA Scholarship award. The overall winner of the solo competition will be awarded a $150 college scholarship. Anita Jefferson Conley Recognition Of Excellence Award Any teams entering at least one team routine are eligible for this special award. In the spirit of Danceline's founder, we have created an award that is not based solely on dance ability and an award that you, the director choose. Please select one member who has proven to possess attributes of integrity, hard work and extra dedication to your team this season. In other words, someone you consider your most admirable member. He or she will be recognized at the award ceremony with a special award. This is optional, please let us know if you do not want to recognize any of your members. To participate in this award event, complete the appropriate space on the registration form.

WHY DANCELINE COMPETITIONS ARE ALWAYS
A REWARDING EXPERIENCE FOR YOU:

cost efficient entry fees
new awards
friendly and professional atmosphere
unique awards
recognition for all participants
professional staff
qualified adjudication
on-time schedule
college scholarships available for top soloists