INSPIRE is a choreography competition where dancers step into the role of choreographer, creating and performing their own original routines.
This is a special Studio Phoenix Dance event designed to build creativity, confidence and performance skills in a supportive and inspiring environment.
INSPIRE is open to Studio Phoenix dancers and invited guest dancers from the local community. Guest dancers are welcome to enter and experience the Studio Phoenix Dance environment.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Saturday September 12th
Time: 1:00pm – approximately 3pm
Location: Studio Phoenix Dance. Wonthaggi
Ages: 7+
Junior (7–9)
Intermediate (10–13)
Senior (14+)
Please note: Inspire is a drop-off event for participating dancers. Dancers should arrive 5–10 minutes before the start time, with pick-up at 3pm.
HOW IT WORKS
Dancers create their choreography at home, developing their own original routine.
The afternoon begins with a group technique and performance workshop, where dancers can refine their choreography with teacher guidance.
This is followed by the INSPIRE Competition, where dancers perform their routines in front of our judging panel.
Awards are presented for each age group, along with special awards for creativity and musicality.
ENTRY DETAILS
• Solo, Duo or Trio entries
• Any dance style welcome
• Maximum routine length: 1.5 - 2 minutes (all entrants music will be faded out at 90 seconds unless a chosen time limit between 90 seconds and 2 minutes is specified)
ENTRY FEE
$30 per dancer
WHAT’S INCLUDED
• Group technique & performance workshop
• Competition performance
• Written feedback from judges
• Young Choreographer Certificate
DRESS CODE
To ensure fairness and focus on choreography:
• Plain black dancewear OR Studio Phoenix uniform
• No costumes or coloured outfits
MUSIC
Music must be emailed prior to the event.
Further details will be provided after booking.
MEDIA
The event will be filmed and photographed, and content may be used for Studio Phoenix Dance social media and promotional purposes.