*   Competitors entering Championships must also compete in their own age groups for both of the following sections:

           Classical Championship: Classical Solo and Character/Demi-Character Solo 

           Tap Championship: Tap Solo and Waltz Tap Solo

           Modern Championship: Jazz Solo and Contemporary or Lyric/Free Movement Solo

*   Championship dances must be different choreography.

* ALL COMPETITORS ENTERING THE BACKSTAGE AREA MUST CHECK IN AND OUT WITH THE BASEMENT DOOR PERSON.

* Time limits will be strictly enforced, and will incur a points deduction as penalty.

* Excessive volume of amplified music is not acceptable. Penalties may be incurred.

* Musical exits are allowed but only within the designated time limits.

* Tap Shoes must be covered at all times in the Foyer, Auditorium and Backstage.

* Jazz and Tap Solo Sections are restricted to a chair or hand-held prop only e.g. hat, fan etc. Otherwise, they are classed as a Novelty Solo.

* Individuals may compete up to 2 times within one Duo/Trio category i.e. Classical/Story Ballet, Tap/Character Tap etc. provided there is a change of partner or style/discipline.

* Props must be delivered to the loading dock 15min prior to the session (not section).

* No loose glitter is to be used.

* Dressing rooms will be allocated to dance schools for GROUPS DAY ONLY.

* Competitors are responsible for keeping the dressing rooms clean and tidy.

* Competitors may use any dressing room during solo, duo or trio sections. One backstage dressing room will be allocated as a 'boys only' dressing room.

* Costumes & Music must be age appropriate

* Ipods and MP 3 players are preferred

* No adult males are permitted in the female dressing rooms