Dance Competition and Convention Guide for 2018/2019
Our comprehensive list of the best dance competitions and conventions out there, with all the essential details you need to plan a fantastic season. Explore below!
Competition Class Key:
A = Acro
B = Ballet
CHE = Cheer/Pom/Etc.
C = Contemporary
DT = Dance Team
H = Hip Hop
I = Improv
J = Jazz
L = Lyrical
M = Modern
MT = Musical Theater
O = Open
PH = Photogenic
P = Pointe
SC = Student Choreo
T = Tap
V = Vocal
SPEC = Specialty (ethnic, novelty, acting, modeling, character, song & dance, etc.; see websites for details)
Convention Class Key:
A = Acro
AC = Acting
AUD = Audition
B = Ballet
CP = Career Prep
CHE = Cheer/Pom/Etc.
COND = Conditioning
C = Contemporary
DT = Dance Team
E = Ethnic
F = Funk
H = Hip Hop
I = Improv
J = Jazz
L = Lyrical
M = Modern
MT = Musical Theater
N = Nutrition
PC = Parents’ Class
PA = Partnering
P = Pointe
T = Tap
TO = Teacher Only
TECH = Technique
VAR = Variation
V = Vocal
SPEC = Specialty (heels, ballroom, break dancing, popping, etc.; see websites for details)
24 Seven Dance Convention
Director: Danny Wallace
818-432-6085
[email protected]
24sevendance.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, I, J, L, MT, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Sidekick (5–7), Mini (8–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Open (19+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 29–July 6, Las Vegas, NV; July 13–20, Orlando, FL; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L, MT, T, TO; Popular Instructors: Kayla Kalbfleisch, tWitch, Allison Holker, Brooke Pierotti, Francisco Gella, Lauren Adams;
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Act 1 Talent
Director: Katie Rustowicz
909-360-3455
[email protected]
act1talent.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, SPEC, T, V; Age Divisions: Spotlight Level (specific & special needs); Preview (beginner); First Act (intermediate) & Second Act (advanced): Mini (5 & under), Petite (6–8), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–18), Adult (19+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; Classes Offered; Independent Entries; Scholarships Available; Class
Divisions: Age
Adrenaline Dance Inc.
Director: Jeremy Keeton
866-695-4144
[email protected]
adrenalinedance.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, J, L, MT, O, T; Age Divisions: Sparks (5–7), Mini (8–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L, MT,
N, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Jason Ambrose, Chris Jacobsen, Caroline Lewis-Jones, Nick Dinicolangelo, Nick Bass, Marcea Lane; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
American All-Star
Director: Kristen Rapp
985-951-8600
americanallstar.com
Competition
Categories: CHE, DT, H,
J, O, SPEC; Age Divisions: Elementary (under 10), Junior High (grades 5–8), High School (grades 9–12), College; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group; 2019 Nationals: March 9, Orlando, FL; Independent Entries
American Ballet Competition
Director: Raymond Van Mason; 801-393-5000
americanballetcompetition.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, DT, L, M, O, P, SPEC; Age Divisions: Division I (9–11), Division II (12–14), Division III (15–20); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group; 2019 Nationals: May 5–9, Ogden, UT; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, M, TECH, VAR, V; Popular Instructors: Dinna Bjorn, Eric Viudes; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
American Dance Alliance
Directors: Jimmy Arguello, Natalia Gonzalez, & Arianne Limongi; 305-812-1005
americandancealliance.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, DT, H,
J, L, M, O; Age Divisions: Elementary (5–10), Middle School JV & Varsity (11–13), High School JV (14–18), High School Varsity (14–18); Group Size
Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: January 19, Miami, FL;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, COND,
DT, F, H, J, L, M, TECH; Popular Instructors: Jimmy Arguello, Natalia Gonzalez, Estefania Delgado, Stephanie Mas, Alondra Balbuena; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Artistic Dance Exchange
Director: Juan Borona
516-749-8975
adeontour.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT,
H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T; Age Divisions: Gold Level (beginner–intermediate) & Platinum Level (intermediate–
advanced): Mini (5–7), Junior (8–11), Teen (12–15), Senior (16–17), Adult (18+); Group
Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 3, Virginia Beach, VA; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, COND, DT, F, H, J, L, M, MT, N, PC,
T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Tom Richardson, Ian Eastwood, Mollee Gray, Alex Wong, KK Harris, Hamilton Evans; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Artistic Revolution Experience
Directors: Colleen Cross & Rosanne Renda; 973-493-2157
artisticrevolution
experience.com
Competition
2019 Nationals: Butler, NJ
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, COND, F, H, J, L, M, MT, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Jess Rizzo, Derek Mitchell, Eric Campros, Brandon Von Ohlen, Chio Yamada, Tara Nixon; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Artists Simply Human
Director: Braham Logan Crane; 855-ASH-DANCE
ashdance.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, DT, H,
I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 24–29, Orlando, FL; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, CP,
F, H, J, L, MT, PC, T, TECH, TO; Popular
Instructors: Rudy Abreu, Desmond Richardson, Gregg Russell, Tovaris Wilson, Jojo Gomez, Lisette Bustamante; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Backstage Competition
Director: Cathy Vucina
732-740-0046
backstageperformingarts
competition.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT,
H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 8–11, Hershey, PA; Classes Offered
Convention
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available
Believe Talent
Director: Matt Dillard
336-391-2232
believetalent.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 24–28, Fort Lauderdale, FL; July 1–5, Ocean City, MD; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Beyond The Stars
Directors: Ginny Faubell & Nikki Tennant; 609-259-8760
btscomp.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J,
L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Mini (6 & under), Petite (7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–20); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: NJ
Convention
Classes: C, F, H, J, L, MT, T; Popular Instructors: Hayley Bochner, Serge Onik, Chryssie Whitehead, Alyssa Quezada, Robert Taylor Jr., Marjorie Failoni; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Big Apple Tap Festival
Directors: Avi Miller &
Ofer Ben; 646-383-4949
thebigappletapfestival.com
Competition
2019 Nationals: November 11, 2018, New York, NY; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: T; Popular Instructors: Miller & Ben, Randy Skinner, Brenda Bufalino, Dianne “Lady Di” Walker, Debbi Dee, Sarah Reich; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
BOUNCE!
Directors: Christopher Recchia, Kimberly Recchia & Roger C. Jeffrey; 732-664-8170
bouncecompetition.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T, V; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AC, B, C, H, J, M, MT, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Thang Dao,
Jen Golonka, Darrell Grand Moultrie, Kelby Brown, Anthony LoCascio, Rasta Thomas; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
BRAVO! National Dance and Talent Competition
Director: Brendan C. Buchanan; 877-272-8641
bravocompetition.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT,
H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, SPEC,
V; Age Divisions: O!verture Level (beginner) & Encore! Level (intermediate): Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19); BravO! Level (competitive): Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production;
Independent Entries
Breakout Dance Competition
Director: Joel Valdiviezo
609-873-8620
breakoutcomp.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J,
L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Mini (6 & under), Petite (7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–20); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; Scholarships Available
Cadence Dance Finals
Directors: Leahanne Kvasni & Chelsea Chamberlain
905-901-2370
cadencedancefinals.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT,
H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Tyke (4–6), Mini (7–8), Petite (9–10), Junior (11–12), Intermediate (13–14), Teen (15–16), Senior (17–18), Adult (19–29), Adult+ (30+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 3, Mont Tremblant, QC; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, COND, H, J, L, M, MT, N, PC, T, TO; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Celebration Talent Competition
Directors: Mitchell & Robin Dettwiller; 888-610-8882
celebrationtalent.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, I,
J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Petite
(8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production;
2019 Nationals: July 1–6, Orlando, FL; July 10–15, Wisconsin Dells, WI; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, J, L, T; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Celebrity Dance
Director: Drew Phillip
480-706-8888
celebritydance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, CHE, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, SPEC, T, V; Age Divisions: Mini (3–4.99), Pre-Junior (5–6.99), Junior (7–8.99), Intermediate (9–10.99), Preteen (11–12.99),
Teen (13–14.99), Senior (15–16.99), Premier (17–19.99), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 11–18, Nationals at Sea; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AC, AUD, B, C, COND, E, F, H, J, L, MT, T, TECH, TO, VAR, V; Popular Instructors: Ashley Cinq-Mars, Cat Cogliandro, Aaron Turner, Jackie Nowicki, Jose Soto, Marcus Jones; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class
Divisions: Ability
CNADM
(Chicago National Association of Dance Masters)
Director: Kathy Velasco
815-397-6282
cnadm.com
Competition
Categories: B, H, J, L,
O, T; Age Divisions: Mini (7–9), Junior (10–12), Intermediate (13–14), Senior (15+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group; 2019 Nationals: July 21, Oak Brook, IL; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, P, T, TECH, TO;
Popular Instructors: Meg Paul, Matthew Farmer, Stacy Keller, Jeremy Plummer, Nick Pupillo, Melissa Anderson; Performance Opps;
Class Divisions: Age
CRU Dance Competition
Director: Kate Peters
631-764-0641
crudance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T, SPEC; Age Divisions: Novice, Intermediate, Elite; Mini (1–7), Petite (8– 9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: OH; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
The Dance Awards
Directors: Gil Stroming,
Ray Leeper, & Danny Wallace
818-432-1234 x115
thedanceawards.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, I, J, L, MT, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Peewee (5–7), Mini (8–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Open (19+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 29–July 6, Las Vegas, NV; July 13–20, Orlando, FL; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L, MT, T, TO; Popular Instructors: Francisco Gella, Mandy Moore, Mia Michaels, Denise Wall, Anthony Morigerato, tWitch; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
The Dance Effect
Director: Sarena Roubideaux
316-794-8000
thedanceeffect.org
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Recreational & Competitive: Mini (5 & under), Petite (6–8), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 26, Dallas, TX; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, COND, F, H, J, L, MT, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Fiona Star Martinek, Michelle Rambo, Brooke & Paul Gebb, Sabrina Biddle, Jessica Connelly, Lauren Alston; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class
Divisions: Ability
Dance Expressions/Pure Performance
Director: Cathy Tubolino
215-356-2139
danceexpressions
competition.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, DT, H,
I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced: 5–6, 7–8, 9–10, 11–12, 13–14, 15–16, 17+; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, MT, T; Popular Instructors: Jon Merced, Rachael Berube, Natalie Malotke, Tislarm Bouie, Gemma Bender, Jessica Cohen; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Dance Machine ANDC (America’s National Dance Championships)
Directors: Will Shover &
Lori Sneed; 877-647-7326
dancemachineonline.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J,
L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T; Age Divisions: No Levels: Tiny
(6 & under), Elite (20); Recreational, Intermediate, & Advanced: Mini (7–8), Petite (9–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–14), Senior (15–19); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 26, Rock Hill, SC; Classes Offered
Convention
Popular Instructors: Melissa Pihos, Eileen Juric, Daniel Browning, April Cook, Brittney Wall; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Dance Ovations
Director: Anne-Marie Petricone; 603-347-1063
danceovations.net
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Recreational, Intermediate, Competitive: (6 & under),
(12 & under), (13+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production; 2019 Nationals: June 27, Cape Cod, MA; Classes Offered
Dance Prix de New York
Directors: Jolinda Menendez & Seán Curran; 317-790-0717
danceprixny.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, M, P; Age Divisions: Classical Track (11–21), Contemporary Track (16–25); Group Size Divisions: solo; 2019 Nationals: March 16–21, New York, NY; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, M, P; Popular Instructors: Karin Averty, Seán Curran, Cynthia Harvey, Melanie Person, Daniel Ulbricht; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Dance Revolution
Director: Michelle Brogan
817-251-9898
dance-revolution.com
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, H, J, MT, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Megan Waldron, Nathan Madden, Trevor Parmentier, Misty Rascon Smith, Misty Lown, Marc Wayne; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class
Divisions: Age/Ability
Dance Showcase USA
Director: Glenda Boenig
817-572-6617
danceshowcaseusa.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Crystal
Level (beginner/recreational), Diamond Level (intermediate),
& Star Level (advanced): Mini
(4 & under), Petite (5–6) (7–8), Junior (9–10) (11), Teen (12) (13–14), Senior (15–16) (17–19), Adults (20–29) (30+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June, Kennedale, TX
Dance the Magic!
Director: Debi Barr
714-890-5678
dancethemagic.com
Competition
2019 Nationals: Huntington Beach, CA
Convention
Classes: AUD, DT, TECH; Popular Instructors: Jennilee Barr, Julie Kay Stallcup, Hedy Perna; Performance Opportunities;
Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
The Dance Worlds Championship
888-315-9437
usasf.net
Competition
Categories: DT; Age Divisions: Junior (15 & under), Senior (18 & under), Open (14+); Group Size Divisions: small group, large group; 2019 Nationals: April 27–29, FL
DanceMakers Inc.
949-715-5300
dancemakersinc.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Camp Dance (3–6), Junior (7–9), Preteen (10–12), Teen (13–14), Senior (15+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 22, Myrtle Beach, SC; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, COND, CP,F, H, J, L, M, MT, N, PC, P, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Dejan Tubic, Justin Giles, Kathryn McCormick, Robert Roldan, Erica Sobol,
Kyle Robinson; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class
Divisions: Age
Dancers Inc.
Director: Dan Barris
732-685-8182
dancers-inc.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, CHE, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, SPEC, T, V; Age Divisions: Future Star, Rising Star, & All Star: Mini (6 & under), Petite (7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19); All Levels, Adjudication Only: (20+) ; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 28–July 3, Ocean City, MD; July 9–13, Hershey, PA; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, COND, F, H, J, L, M, MT, T, TECH; Popular Instructors: Lauren Froederman, Megs Alfonso, Phil LaDuca, Ambrose Respicio, Chehon Wespi-Tschopp, Aaron Turner; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
DreamMaker National Talent Competition
Director: Brittney Bilgrien
937-736-2295
dreammakerdance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Novice, Intermediate, & Advanced: 8 & under, 9–11, 12–14, 15–19, 20+; Group
Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 26, Virginia Beach, VA; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Dupree Dance
Director: Kari Anderson
888-498-2998
dupreedance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT,
H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Mini (8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 8, Fort Walton Beach, FL; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, COND, F, H, J, L, M, MT, P, PA, PC, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Trevor Parmentier, Terrill Mitchell, Meghan Way Stinson, Kobi Rozenfeld, Ellenore Scott, Thayne Jasperson; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Dynamite National Talent Competition
Director: Stepp Stewart
404-977-3673
thesteppstewart.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT,
H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T; Age Divisions: Mini (4–8), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, line, production; Classes Offered; Independent Entries; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available
Earthshakers—The Competition
Director: Michelle Brogan
817-251-9898
earthshakerstalent.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, I,
J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Prodigy (beginner), Protégé (intermediate), & Prestige (advanced): Mini Shakers (6 & under), Petite Shakers (7–9), Junior Shakers (10–12), Teen Shakers (13–15), Senior Shakers (16–19), Pro-Am (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line, production; Classes Offered; Independent Entries; Scholarships Available
Elite Dance Cup
Director: Kayla Scurlock
985-851-5108
elitedancecup.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, I,
J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T; Age Divisions: Premier, Encore, & Elite: Petite (4–8), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 26, Biloxi, MS; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L, MT,
T, TECH; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Encore DCS
Directors: Rhonda Marchant & Susan Barnes; 803-785-1214
encoredcs.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, SPEC, T, V; Age Divisions: Petite (6 & under) (7–8), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–16) (17–18), Adult (19–24) (25–39) (40+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 14–19, Savannah, GA; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: AC, AUD, B, C, COND, CP, E, H, J, L, M, MT, N, PA, PC, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Shannon Lewis, Caroline Lewis-Jones, Brandon Girouard, Cassie Russo, Ryan Johnson, Phil Orsano; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Encore Performing Arts Showcase, Inc.
Director: Caron Moore
817-926-9686
encoreperformingarts.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, J, L, MT, O, P, PH, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Division 1 (recreational, all ages), Division 2 (intermediate competitive, all ages), Division 3 (advanced competitive, all ages), Division 4 (teachers/professionals, teen+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 24–28, Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: AC, AUD, B, C, CP, J, L, MT, PC, P, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Tara Foy, Gregg Russell, Marcea Lane, Liz Imperio, Kevin & Marcel Wilson, Christina Woodard; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Encore Talent Productions, Inc.
Director: Terri Shaffner
513-252-2025
encoretalentproductions.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C,
DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Recreational, Competitive, Elite: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 27–30, Mason, OH; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Energy National Dance Competitions
Director: Gina Dudash
954-780-7177
energyndc.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Petite (9 & under), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Adult (19+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group,
large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 27, Riverside, CA; July 17, Sandusky, OH; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, MT, T; Popular Instructors: Gianna Martello, Rhonda Miller, Tracie Stanfield;
Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Excel in Motion
Director: Anthony Fortunato
508-647-1000
excelinmotion.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C,
DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Recreational, Advanced, Competitive: Mini
(8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adults (20+); Group Size
Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line, production; Classes
Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: C, H, J, L, T; Popular Instructors: Lauren Froderman, Alex Wong, Brandon Bryant, Cyrus Spencer, Aaron Turner, Ellenore Scott; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Extreme Talent Showcase
Director: Leann Knotts
412-736-5600
extremetalentshowcase@
gmail.com
extremetalentshowcase.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Academy & Extreme: Mini (6 & under), Petite (7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 24, Pittsburgh, PA; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, MT, T; Popular Instructors: Jacque LeWarne, Will Thomas, Alex Wong, Audrey Case, Sasha Mallory, Cedric Botelho; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Fluid Dance Conventions, Inc.
Director: Sarah Verville
866-659-5554
fluiddance.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Mini (5–7), Junior (8–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production; 2019 Nationals: June 27, Phoenix, AZ; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AC, AUD, B, C, COND, CP, F, H, J, L, M, MT, PA, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Victoria Moore, Kristin Sudeikis, Todd Flanagan, Tracie Stanfield, Matthew Shaffer, Corina Kinnear; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class
Divisions: Age
Fury Dance Competition
Directors: Robyn Ferrell & Michelle Schamel
702-907-FURY
furydance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT,
I, J, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V;
Age Divisions: Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced:
Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior;
Adult & Pro-Am; Group
Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: Branson, MO; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Fusion National Dance Competition
Director: Paula Dell-Beasley
912-230-9687
fusionndc.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Recreational, Intermediate, & Elite: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line; 2019 Nationals: June 19, Daytona Beach, FL; Classes Offered; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Groove
Director: Daniel DeFranco
732-579-0737
information@groove
competition.com
groovecompetition.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Mini (7 & under), Petite (8–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ; Myrtle Beach, SC; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: C, H, J, L, T; Popular Instructors: Matt Lopez, Aaron Turner, Gianna Martello, James Washington, Cassandra Surianello, Luke Hickey; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Guidance Experience
Director: Kelly Peterson
814-227-6409
guidanceexperience.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C,
H, J, L, M, P, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Pre-Professional & Apprentice: Mini (5–7), Petite (8–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; Classes
Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, CP, F, H, J, L, M, MT, T, TECH; Popular Instructors: Tiffany Prout-Leito, Alex Isenberg, Jason Marquette, Katie Gatlin,
Jen Ray, Alex Edwards;
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Headliners Dance Championships
Director: Shari Tomasiello
973-927-8007
shari@headliners
competition.com
headlinerscompetition.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, T; Age Divisions: Novice, Recreational, & Competitive: Child (9 & under), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–20), Adult (21+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 3, New York, NY; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, H,
J, L, MT, T, TECH; Popular Instructors: Brandon Girouard, Jason Wise, Christina Belinsky, Marlon Mayers, Wadi Jones; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Hollywood Dance Jamz
Director: Kim Hohman
567-825-3857
hollywooddancejamz.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, O, T; Age Divisions: Mini (8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 28, Los Angeles, CA; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, F, H, J,
L, M, MT, N, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Barry Youngblood, Liana Blackburn, Marko Germar,
Nico O’Connor, Melissa Emrico; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Hollywood Vibe Dance Convention
Directors: Christopher & Anne Smith; 818-567-2359
hollywoodvibe.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
J, L, M, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Mini (5–7), Junior (8–10), Intermediate (11–12), Teen (13–14), Senior (15–18), Pro-Am (19+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line; 2019 Nationals: July 8, Las Vegas, NV; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, COND, CP, F, H, J, L, M, MT, N, PA, PC, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Caitlin Kinney, Kent Boyd, Liz Imperio, Kevin Maher, Brooke Lipton, David Moore; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
I LOVE DANCE
Director: Kim McKimmie
503-253-2020
ilovedance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
J, L, M, MT, P, SPEC, T;
Age Divisions: Beginning, Elementary, Junior, & Senior: 3–5, 6–8, 9–11, 12–14, 15–17, 18+, 40+; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production
Imagine National Dance Challenge
Director: Shaun Moe
315-572-1189
shaun@imaginedance
challenge.com
imaginedancechallenge.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Novice, Intermediate, & Advanced:
Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19); Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group,
large group, line, production;
2019 Nationals: June 21–25, Nashville, TN; July 15–19, Hershey, PA; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Inferno Dance
Director: Laura King
855-673-2623
infernodance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT,
H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, T, V;
Age Divisions: Spark, Fire, Blaze: 4 & under, 5–6, 7–8, 9–11, 12–14, 15–16, 17–19, 20+; Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: Millersville, MD; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, C, COND,
H, F, J, L, MT, T, TECH; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
JUMP: The Alternative Convention
Director: Mike Minery
818-432-4395
jumptour.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, I, J, L, MT, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: JUMPstart (5–7), Mini (8–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Open (19+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 29–July 6, Las Vegas, NV; July 13–20, Orlando, FL; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L, MT, T, TO; Popular Instructors: Misha Gabriel, Mia Michaels, Mandy Moore, Teddy Forance, Nick Lazzarini, Willdabeast; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
KAR (Kids Artistic Revue)
Director: Noah Lands
714-826-8440
dancekar.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
J, L, M, MT, O, PH, T; Age Divisions: Recreational: Novice (5 & under), (6–8), (9–11), (12–14), (15–19); Competitive: Primary
(5 & under), (6–8), (9–11), (12–14), Secondary (8 & under), (9–11), (12–14), (15–19), Intermediate & Elite (9–11), (12–14), (15–19); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Convention
Classes: H, J, L, MT, PC, T; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
LA DanceMagic
Director: Jackie Sleight
818-541-1316
ladancemagic.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, J, L, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Junior Prep (4–7), Junior (8–11), Teen (12–15), Senior (16–18), Pro (19+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 17, Anaheim, CA; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, COND, CP, F, H, J, L, MT, PC, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Albert Blaise Cattafi, Christian Vincent, DJ Guthrie, Will Thomas, Julie Kay Stallcup, Eddie Moody;
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
League of Champions National Dance Competition
Director: Dustin Fink
561-777-7587
[email protected]
locdance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J,
L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Recreational (3–18), Rising Champions (9+), League
of Champions (9+), Pro (19+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group,
large group, line, production; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available
Leap! National Dance Competition
Director: Drew Vamosi
800-790-LEAP (5327)
leapcompetition.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Skip! Level (less competitive) & Leap! Level (top competitive): Petite (4 & under) (5–6) (7–8), Junior (9, 10, 11), Teen (12, 13, 14), Senior (15–16) (17–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line; Independent Entries
Liberate Artists Inc.
Directors: G. Brown &
S. Newbury; 213-700-6482
liberateartists.com
Competition
2019 Nationals: August 4, Brooklyn, NY; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: A, AC, AUD, B, C, COND, CP, DT, E, F, H, J, L, M, MT, P, PA, PC, SPEC, T, TECH, VAR, V; Popular Instructors: Amelia Burkhardt, Lauren Froderman, Comfort Fedoke, Julie Carter,
Eric Lehn, Kenny Hernandez; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Manhattan Dance Project
Director: Bill Hotaling
623-376-7578
mdpdance.com
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, T, TECH; Popular Instructors: Bill Hotaling, Amy Yakima, Ade Obayami, Kameron Bink, Josh Bergasse, Chet Walker; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class
Divisions: Ability
Mark of Excellence National Talent Competition
Directors: Randy Kalis & LaRon Higgins; 469-872-6566
randy@markofexcellence
talent.com
markofexcellencetalent.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, CHE, DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Mark of the Future (beginner), Intermediate, & Advanced: Mini
(5 & under), Petite (6–8), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19); Noncompetitive: Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019
Nationals: July 14–19, Destin/Fort Walton Beach, FL;
Classes Offered;
Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Masquerade Dance
Director: Melissa May
985-651-0001
masqueradedance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Green (Rec.), Gold (Int.), Purple (Elite): Petite
(8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production; 2019 Nationals: Burnsville, MN; Fort Walton, FL
Monsters Dance Conventions
Director: Gene Burdette
888-566-6787
monstersdance.com
Competition
Categories: H; Age Divisions: Recreational:
Junior (5–10), Intermediate (10–14), Advanced (14+), Industry (16+); Competitive: (8 & under), (9–12), (13–16), (17+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group;
2019 Nationals: July 22,
Los Angeles, CA; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, CP, H,
PC, TECH; Popular Instructors: Parris
Goebel, Kevin Maher, Luther Brown, Ysabelle Capitule,
Jaquel Knight, Sean Bankhead; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
National Dance Showcase
Directors: Sonia Pennington & Alana Donato; 908-874-0040
nationaldanceshowcase.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Rec, Comp, Elite: Mini (5 & under), Petite (6–8), Junior (9–10), Preteen (11–12), Teen (13–14), Pre-Senior (15–16), Senior (17+); Professional: Pro-Am (20–29); Super Senior (20–29); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 30–July 3, Atlantic City, NJ; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
NexStar National Talent Competition
Director: Kathy Helton
937-376-7777
nexstarcompetition.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Novice
(8 & under), Intermediate (9–11), Advanced (12–14), (15–19), (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line; 2019 Nationals: June 23, Sandusky, OH; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Nex•Us A Dance Experience
Director: Kristen Plant
800-526-0722
nexusontour.com
Competition
Categories: C, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, T; Age Divisions: Camp Nex (8–13), Nexus (13+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 16, Atlantic City, NJ; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: A, AC, AUD, C, COND, CP, E, F, H, J, M, MT, PC, T, TECH, TO, VAR, V; Popular Instructors: Galen Hooks, Ian Eastwood,
Matt Steffanina, Gil Duldulao,
Cris Judd, Kevin Frey;
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
NRG danceProject
Director: Rustin Matthew
877-909-4674
nrgdanceproject.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, J, L, MT, O, T; Age Divisions: Lil Spark (5–6), Mini (7–8), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 30, Phoenix, AZ; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L,
MT, T, TECH; Popular Instructors: Hailee Payne, Rustin Matthew, Ava Bernstine, Mallauri Esquibel, Lacey Schwimmer, Emma Bradley; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
NUVO Dance Convention
Director: Ray Leeper
818-432-2894; [email protected]
gonuvo.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, I, J, L, MT, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Nubie (5–7), Mini (8–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Open (19+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 29–July 6, Las Vegas, NV; July 13–20, Orlando, FL; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L, MT, T, TO; Popular Instructors: Anthony Morigerato, Ray Leeper, Stacey Tookey, Travis Wall, Kenny Wormald, Denise Wall;
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
NYC Dance Alliance
Directors: Joe Lanteri & Leah Brandon; 866-692-5678
nycdance.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, J, L, MT, O, T; Age Divisions:
Mini (7–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July, New York, NY; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, F, H,
J, L, MT, T, TO; Popular Instructors: Chloe Arnold, Joe Lanteri, Suzi Taylor, Joey Dowling, Andy Pellick, Scott Jovovich; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ag
NYLA DANCE: New York Los Angeles Dance Conventions & Competitions
Director: Skip Costa
212-222-2772
nyladance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C,
DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, SPEC, T, V; Age Divisions: Recreational & Competitive: Mini (4–5), Tiny Dancers (6–8), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14),Senior (15-20); Adults (21+), Teachers, Parents, Special Needs; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 22, Biloxi, MS; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: AC, B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, PA, T; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class
Divisions: Age
One Rhythm Dance Convention/Competition
Director: Hutton Peck
480-295-5574
onerhythmdance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T; Age Divisions: Mini (5–8), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Teacher (18+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July, Phoenix, AZ; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, COND, CP, DT, F, H, J, L, MT, PC, SPEC, T, TECH, TO, VAR, V; Popular Instructors:
Rae Rae & Leah, Ricky Maalouf, Kira Dimartino, Mike Wittmers, Grace Gallagher, Jose Soto; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Onstage New York
Directors: Joe Lanteri & Leah Brandon; 877-692-5678
onstagenewyork.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, J, L, MT, O, SPEC, T, V; Age Divisions: Prep (6 & under), Mini (7–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July, Jacksonville, FL; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Peak Invitational Dance Competition
Director: Barb Quinn
604-469-6434
peakinvitational.ca
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J, L, M, MT, P, T; Age Divisions: Level 1, Level 2, Level 3, Level 4, Level 5; Group Size
Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production; 2019 Nationals: Anmore, BC; Classes Offered
Prix de Lausanne
Director: Kathryn Bradney
+41-21-648-0525
prixdelausanne.org
Competition
Categories: B, C, P;
2019 Nationals: February 9, Lausanne, SUI; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C;
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
RADIX Dance Convention
Director: Eddie Strachan
818-392-3478
radixdance.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, J, L, MT, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Rookie (5–7), Mini (8–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Open (19+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, MT, T, TO; Popular Instructors: Chaz Buzan, Tabitha & Napoleon D’umo, Brian Friedman, Tyce Diorio, Tessandra Chavez, Talia Favia; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Rainbow Dance Competition
714-995-5883
rainbowdance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C,
H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH,
T; Age Divisions: Starz
of Tomorrow (recreational), Rising Starz (competitive), Elite Starz (competitive);
Mini (5 & under), Petite
(6–8), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19), Teacher Level (20+), Adult Level–Non-Teaching Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group,
line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 27–July 2, Panama City, FL; July 9–13, Pigeon Forge, TN;
Classes Offered; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available
Revive Dance Convention
Director: Jeremy Keeton
866-695-4144
info@revivedance
convention.com
revivedanceconvention.com
Competition
Categories: B, C,
H, J, L, MT, O, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Sparks (5–7), Mini (8–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J, L, MT, PC, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Casey Quinn, Jenn Freeman, Erica Marr, Matt Aylward, Merissa Gassel, Maddi Burg; Performance Opps; Scholarships
Available; Class Divisions: Age
Revolution Talent Competition
Director: Kacy Combs
833-782-5678
revolutiontalent.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Novice (8 & under),
Intermediate (9–11),
Advanced (12–14) (15–19); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 24, Pensacola Beach, FL; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Rising Star Talent Productions
Director: Chrissy Danflous; 614-855-7720
sharon@rising
startalent.com
risingstartalent.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J, L, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: All Ages: Level 1 (beginners), Level 2 (intermediate), Level 3 (advanced); Group Size Divisions: solo, small group, large group, line;
2019 Nationals:
March 30, Pigeon Forge, OH; Classes Offered; Independent Entries; Scholarships Available
Shake the Ground
Director: Lissette Lucas
305-582-7877
shaketheground.com
Competition
Categories: A, B,
C, DT, I, J, M, MT, O,
P, T; Age Divisions:
Petite Shakers (5–8),
Primary Shakers (9–11),
Junior Shakers (12–14),
Senior Shakers (15–17), Pre-Professional (18+); Group Size
Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group,
line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 28, Orlando, FL; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: C, F, H,
J, M, MT, T; Popular Instructors: Alex Wong, Rory Freeman, Duncan Cooper, Carlos Garland, Aaron Tolson, Brooke Wendle
Shake: The Groundbreaking Convention
Director: Lissette Lucas
305-582-7877
shaketheground.com
Convention
Classes: A, AUD, B,
C, F, H, J, L, MT, SPEC,
T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Casie, Katee Shean, Trix, Duncan Cooper, Gaby Diaz, Elizabeth Parkinson; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Showstopper, America’s Greatest Dance Competition
Director: Debbie Roberts; 843-357-7469
information@
goshowstopper.com
goshowstopper.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C,
DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Advanced, Performance, Competitive: Mini (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: AC, AUD, C, CP, F, H, J, L, M, MT, N,
T, TECH, TO, VAR, V; Class Divisions: Age
Sophisticated Productions
Director: Melissa R. Tessier; 413-569-4030
info@sophisticated
productions.com
sophisticated
productions.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C,
DT, H, I, J, L, M, MT, O,
P, T, V; Age Divisions:
Jr. Competitive (4–6),
Sr. Competitive (7–8), Novice (9–10), Pre-Professional (11–12), Professional (13–15), Shining Star (16–24), (25 & up) Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July, Wildwood, NJ; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: B, C, H, J,
L, M, MT, T, TECH;
Popular Instructors; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Spirit of Dance Awards and the SDA Class Experience
Directors: Kim Ahern & Wanda Cunningham
781-924-1314
director@spiritofdance
awards.com
spiritofdanceawards.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H,
I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Mini (6 & under), Primary (7–9), Junior (10–12),
Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18),
Young Adult (19–22), Adult (23+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 10, Atlantic
City, NJ; July 16, Cape Cod, MA; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: C, F, H, J, L, MT,
T; Popular Instructors: Ashle Dawson, Buddy Casimano, Eddie Bennett, Nuala DeGeorge, Ellenore Scott, Keenan Cooks; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Spotlight Dance Cup
Director: Michelle Kresge
208-939-8015
spotlightevents.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Novice Gems, Future Gems (Intermediate), Elite Gems (Competitive): Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 27–July 3, Kalahari Resort, Wisconsin Dells, WI; July 7–13,
Red Rock Casino Resort, Las Vegas, NV; July 7–13, Seaside Convention Center, Seaside, OR
Stage One Productions
Director: Greg Massay
405-573-7733
stageonedance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Petite
(8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group,
large group, line, production;
2019 Nationals: June 10, Norman, OK
Convention
Classes: C, H, J, L,
M, N, TECH; Popular Instructors: Skye Massay-Cook, Caroline Lewis-Jones, Jeff Amsden, Randi Kemper, Hefa Tuita, Danny Lawn;
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Star Talent Productions
Director: Jennifer Armstrong Daniels; 336-905-8821
startalentproductions.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T;
Age Divisions: Recreational, Intermediate, & Competitive: Mini (4–6), Petite (7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Starbound National Talent Competition
Director: Sandra Coyte
609-693-0563
starbound.net
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V;
Age Divisions: Intermediate, Competitive, Elite: Jr. Petite
(8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–14), Senior (15+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; Classes
Offered; Independent Entries
Starpower Talent Competition
Director: Noelle Pate Packett
301-752-4538
starpowertalent.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
I, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Novice, Intermediate, & Advanced: Mini
(8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19); Advanced: Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 25–29, Atlantic City, NJ;
July 2–6, Orlando, FL; July 3–7, Branson, MO; July 8–12,
Uncasville, CT; July 9–13, Ocean City, MD; July 15–18, Anaheim, CA; July 15–19, Myrtle Beach, SC; Classes Offered;
Independent Entries; Scholarships Available
StarQuest Performing Arts Competition
Director: Steve Wappel
919-363-2900
concierge@starquest
dance.com
starquestdance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT,
H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH, T, V; Age Divisions: Nova
(recreational), Classic (intermediate), Select (advanced): Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19), Adult (20+); Group
Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 17–22, Galveston, TX; July 1–6, Orlando, FL; July 15–20, Virginia Beach, VA; Classes Offered
Step Up 2 Dance
Director: Carol Wallace
781-231-0211
stepup2dance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H,
I, J, L, M, MT, O, PH, T, V;
Age Divisions: Novice, Competitive, Advanced, &
Pro-Am: 5–6, 7–8, 9–10, 11–12, 13–14, 15–16, 17–18, 19–24, 25–40, Senior; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: Boston, MA; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: A, C, J, T;
Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Summerdanse Competition
Director: Beverly Crowe
716-430-5051
summerdanse.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, SPEC, T; Age Divisions: Recreational & Competitive: 6 & under, 7–8, 9–10, 11–12, 13–14, 15–16, 17–19, 20+; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production
Talent On Parade
Directors: Kim & Eric McCluer
316-522-4836
talentonparade.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C,
DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, PH,
T, V; Age Divisions: Novice, Intermediate, Competitive;
Group Size Divisions:
solo, duo/trio, small group,
large group, line, production; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, H,
J, L, MT, PC, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors:
Val Manchin, Helene Phillips,
Don Mirault, Joey Doucette,
Robin Dawn Ryan, Kari Herman; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
That’s Entertainment Performing Arts Competitions
Director: RoseMary Pontuck
877-572-9415
info@thats
entertainmentpa.com
thatsentertainmentpa.com
Competition
Categories: A, H, J,
MT, O, PH, SPEC, T, V;
Age Divisions: Rising Star: Recreational/Beginners,
Shooting Star: Intermediate,
All Star: Advanced; Mini (6 & under), Junior (7–9) (10–12),
Senior (13–15) (16–18), Adult (19+), Parents, Special Stars: Special Needs Competitors, Student Teachers; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio,
small group, large group, production; 2019 Nationals: June 24, Sandusky, OH; July 12–14, Atlantic City, NJ; July 22–25, Mashantucket, CT; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: A, AC, AUD,
B, C, COND, CP, H, J, L,
M, MT, N, T, TECH, TO; Performance Opps; Scholarships
Available; Class Divisions: Age
Throw Down Dance Challenge
Director: Adrienne Kellett
732-861-6482
sales@throwdown
dance.com
throwdowndance
challenge.com
Competition
Categories: A, B,
C, H, J, L, M, MT, O,
P, PH, SPEC, T, V;
Age Divisions: Mini
(5–7), Petite (8–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Sr. Teen (16–19), Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo,
duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production;
2019 Nationals: July 7, Atlantic City, NJ; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: C, H, J, T; Popular Instructors: Maureen Dicker, Jason Warley, Jon Mercad, Chris Bloom, Karin Rendelman, Michael Susten;
Scholarships
Available; Class Divisions: Age
Ticket To Broadway
Directors: Joel Kamensky & Lori Brown; 855-284-2538
info@ticket
tobroadway.com
tickettobroadway.com
Competition
Categories: A, B,
C, H, J, L, M, MT, O,
P, PH, T, V; Age
Divisions: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced:
Mini (6 & under), Petite
(7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19),
Adult (20+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group,
line, production; 2019 Nationals: June,
Atlantic City, NJ;
Classes Offered
Transcend Tour
Directors: Carlye Flieder & Elina Gordienko
301-718-3435
transcendtour.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H,
I, J, L, MT, O, T; Age Divisions: Mini (7–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, C, CP,
H, J, L, MT; Popular Instructors: Alan Salazar, Hamilton Evans,
Nick Lanzisera, Sabrina Phillip, Eden Shabtai, KC Monnie; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Turn It Up Dance Challenge
Director: Melissa Burns
617-283-8811
turnitupdance.com
Competition
Categories: A, B,
C, H, J, L, M, MT, O,
P, T, V; Age Divisions:
Mini (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Sr. Teen (15–18), Adult (19–30), Adult+ (30+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals:
June 25–30, Long Branch, NJ; June 30–July 5, Foxwoods Resort, CT;
July 8–13, Ocean City, MD; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C,
F, H, J, L, MT, T, TECH; Popular Instructors: Fikshun, Megz Alfonso,
Alex Wong, Thayne
Jasperson, Comfort
Fedoke, Jessica Richens; Performance Opps; Scholarships
Available; Class Divisions: Ability
Universal Ballet Competition
Director: Lissette Lucas
305-582-7877
universalballetcompetition.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, L,
P; Age Divisions: Pre-Competitive (7–11),
Junior Division (12–14),
Senior Division (15–21); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group; 2019
Nationals: New York, NY; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Velocity Dance Convention
Directors: Cory Jones & Eve Mason; 818-416-1161
info@velocitydance
convention.com
velocitydanceconvention.com
Competition
Categories: B, C,
H, J, L, MT, O, T; Age Divisions: Mini (5–8), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group,
line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 29, Las Vegas, NV; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, CP, H, J, L, MT, N, PC, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Mark Goodman, Kyle Hanagami, Shannon Mather, Mark Kanemura, Ade Obayomi, Dee Caspary;
Performance Opps; Scholarships
Available; Class Divisions: Age
West Coast Dance Explosion
Directors: John Crutchman & Alan Sherfield
702-368-6228
westcoastdanceexplosion.com
Competition
Categories: B, C, H, J, MT, O, T; Age Divisions: Mini (6–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16+); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: June 29, Orlando, FL; Classes Offered
Convention
Classes: AUD, B, C, F, H, J, L, MT, PA, T, TECH, TO; Popular Instructors: Tre Holloway, Scott Myrick, John Crutchman, Will Johnston, Kim Wolfe, Elizabeth Parkinson; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
Wild Dance Intensive
Directors: Casey Azuogu & Lindsey Pleasants; 937-376-7777
wildaboutdance.com
Convention
Classes: B, C, F, H, J, T; Popular Instructors: Elijah Morton, Marinda Davis, Theresa Stone, Zach Hudson, Casie Goshow, Casey Askew; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
World Championships of Performing Arts
Director: USA Selection Committee
323-828-1238
wcopa.com
Competition
Categories: A, AC, B, C, DT, H, J, L, M, MT, O, P, SPEC, T, V; Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production; 2019 Nationals: July 12–21, Long Beach, CA; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Convention
Classes: A, AC, AUD, B, C, CP, DT, F, H, J, L, M, MT, P, T, TECH; Popular Instructors; Performance Opps; Scholarships Available; Class Divisions: Age
World Dance Pageant
Directors: Chrystan Sheatzley & Jill Wolins; 240-412-1804
worlddancepageant.com
Competition
Categories: A, B, C, H, J, L, MT, O, P, T; Age Divisions: Competitive: (8 & under), (9–11), (12–14), (15–19); Group Size Division: solo; 2019 Nationals: Classes Offered; Independent Entries
Xtreme Dance Xperience
Director: Sheryl Knight
317-891-8260
xdx.dance
Competition
Categories: C, CHE, DT, H, J, L, M, SPEC; Age Divisions: Tiny (3–6), Mini (5–8), Youth (5–11), Junior (5–14) Senior (10–17); Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group; 2019 Nationals: January 19–20, Anaheim, CA; February 9–10, National Harbor, MD; February 15–17, Covington, IN; Classes Offered; Independent Entries
