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Music & rules

Safety and fun are our top priorities! Here is everything your studio needs to know before competition day.

Time limits

Need more time? Time extensions are available for an additional fee. Going over the limit is a 5 point deduction.

EntryTime limit
Productions & lines7 minutes
Extended production10 minutes
Modeling1 minute 30 seconds
All other routines3 minutes 30 seconds

Music

  • Submit your music through your DanceBug account by the deadlineEarly music lets us set up every entry so there is no skipping or other technical trouble
  • Bring a backup flash drive with all of your competition music
  • Need help uploading? Email Workitdancechallenge@gmail.com
  • Modeling contestants provide their own music
  • A cordless microphone may be available for singersSend special music or microphone requests to us in advance

Props

  • Safety comes first: every prop must be safe and secureStudio directors are responsible for any injury caused by props
  • No liquids, fire, guns or animals
  • Please avoid glitter, feathers and anything else that delays the stageIf you must use them, your studio cleans up
  • Set up and remove props in under 2 minutesGoing over is a 15 point deduction from the dance using the props

Family friendly

  • Costumes must be age appropriate and every routine appropriate for family viewing
  • Suggestive music or movement is disqualified or gets point deductionsNot sure? Ask us before the event
  • Routines that run off or do not finish cannot compete a second timeIf enough was performed, judges may score it. If not, scratch it or take a Performance Award (an adjudication with no score)
  • Routines may not be held except in serious circumstancesTitle routines cannot be held under any circumstances
  • Line up promptly and follow your call times
  • All entries are registered through a studioWe do not take independent entries

Zero tolerance for bullying and violence

Bad-mouthing dancers or foul language can mean point deductions or disqualification. Foul language or aggressive behavior toward staff or other guests means immediate dismissal, and studios that do not follow the rules will be suspended.

Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis and any other substances are banned from the venue and changing areas.

No photos or videos in the auditorium, except at awards. Don’t worry: every studio gets FREE photos and videos after the event!

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