Performance Categories

*Use of small props are allowed in each category if the dance is not dependent on them*

*3 individual acrobatic/gymnastics tricks (not passes) allowed in any routine, unless otherwise noted*

Ballet - A routine that must consist of ballet technique performed in soft ballet slippers.       (No acrobatic/gymnastics tricks allowed in the classical style.)

Pointe - A routine that may be classical or contemporary in style but MUST consist of classic Pointe technique (75% of routine performed on toes & using Pointe shoes only)

Lyrical - A routine that expresses the lyrics/storyline of the song, utilizing balance, extension & expression.

Jazz - A routine consisting of jazz technique, utilizing isolations, flexibility, jumps, etc. Can be classic or funk, not street or hip hop.

Tap - A routine that uses tap technique, emphasizing clarity. Must use taps on shoes. NO taps may be in the music, or point deductions will be made.

Modern (Interpretive) - A routine using balance & control, contractions, fall/recovery, abstract or contemporary movements.

Contemporary - Routines more concentrated on choreographic and performing process utilizing ground work and level changes. May include classical and modern movement.

Hip Hop - A routine consisting of mostly urban style moves (current or classic), including but not exclusive to breakin', poppin', lockin', etc.

Ethnic/Folkloric - An authentic routine from a chosen culture. Must use real technique for ethnic style.

Acro - A routine consisting of at least 75% acrobatic tricks/gymnastic passes, combined with traditional moves. Each school performing acro-gymnastics is responsible for bringing their own mats.

Character/Musical Theatre - A routine portraying a recognizable character (must be set to music) or one performed to music from a past or present Musical Theatre show reflecting the story of the show. May include lip sync, singing and/or dialog.

Novelty - A routine using any style of dance in which costuming, props, or small set pieces are used as a necessary part of the routine. The routine should depend on the novel use of the costuming & props. Song & Dance routines may NOT have vocals on the track.

Song and Dance: Enter Novelty.

Lip Sync: Enter Character/Musical Theatre.

Vocal - A singing presentation in any style (timing, musical range & pitch are judged). May be done acapella or with music. NO lead vocals are permitted on the music - Point deductions will be made. Background vocals are permitted. That's Entertainment will provide one microphone (make note on entry form).

Modeling - Casual, Formal or Costume.

Open - Category to accomodate dances that do not fit in any other categories, routines that include two or more dance styles, or for performers who have more than one routine in a particular category.