Waste of time and money. My dancer competed 2 small groups, 1 large group, and 1 production. There were 2 other small groups in her division and that was the only competition for all 4 dances. Scoring seemed spot on (1st time I've seen silvers given during adjudication) but there was just no one there! Without some major growth, this is just an overpriced recital.
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This competition is strictly for recreational studios only. Judging is very poor. Clearly favor hip hop and clogging. Not much of an appreciation for higher technique performances in ballet/lyrical. Also, concession stand does accept credit/debit cards, even though it is now 2018.
We have attended this competition for 3 years now and will not return. The first year they lost my dance critiques so I had nothing to take back to the studio. The second year they sent me the audio critiques of another studios pieces and would NEVER reply to my emails about getting mine. This last one just was more than enough of favoritism/rigged judging than I could handle
This competition is a rare treat. It's a great competition for dancers who are new to the competition circuit. It's a great way to get young dancers' "feet wet". The staff is amazing! Our dancers left with a newfound confidence, and you can't put a dollar value on that! I recommend it for anyone with younger dancers who haven't competed before, or that have a recreational team that wants to learn what it's like to compete.
We absolutely love the staff at this competition. What we have noticed, however, is that judging seems skewed toward hiphop winning almost all of the top awards. We began noticing this a few years ago and decided to try again...We will not be returning this year. Also, judges critiques were often unclear.
This is a great venue for anyone with younger students who want to experience competing in more than one competition. Their fees are well priced, and it\'s only one day. The staff is excellent. The venue is workable. Great judges at regionals - wish we\'d had the same ones at nationals.
Wonderful experience for our dance studio.
Love this competition!! Our dance studio will be back again! Very friendly staff!
Great competition, very friendly, Parents and students had a great time. It is a great competition for smaller schools that bring a few performances. I felt the scoring was fair. We will go again!
Loved this competition! The staff was so friendly. The scoring seemed fair. The atmosphere was relaxing and welcoming. Great experience for my dancer.
Love this competition. They\'re VERY organized. The backstage staff is so friendly. They communicated well before the show. We plan on attending again. Thanks for a wonderful experience.
They were very professional. Loved the selfies idea! My daughter had a great time.
This competition was very smooth and the staff was friendly. The scoring favored true performance over tricks and flash. Ballet scored well.