Dance Magazine’s 2022-23 Competition & Convention Guide (2024)

Get ready to return to the circuit. From performances to master classes, these competitions and conventions offer prime opportunities
for dancers.

Competitions

American Dance Championships

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804.304.9010

AmericanDanceChampionships.com

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Age Divisions: Three Levels – Four Age Divisions

Top 5 Tour Cities: Cincinnati, OH: Mar 4-5, 2023; Louisburg (Raleigh), NC: Mar 10-12, 2023; Columbus, GA: Apr 14-16, 2023; Knoxville, TN: Apr 21-23, 2023; Columbia, SC: May 5-7, 2023

Boogie Fever USA

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877.647.7326

BoogieFeverDance.com

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Age Divisions: TINY, MINI, PETITE, JUNIOR, TEEN, & SENIOR

Top 5 Tour Cities: Rock Hill, SC: Mar 31-2, 2023; Pigeon Forge, TN: Apr 21-23, 2023; Rockingham, NC: Mar 3-5, 2023; Duluth, GA: Mar 24-26, 2023; Roanoke, VA: Mar 17-19, 2023

2023 Nationals: Rock Hill, SC: Jun 14-18, 2023

Breakout Dance Competition

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609.873.8620

breakoutcomp.com

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Age Divisions: Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior

Top 5 Tour Cities: Somerset, NJ, NJ; Long Island, NY, NY; Akron, OH; Detroit, MI; Springfield, MA

2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ

Encore DCS

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803.785.1214

encoredcs.com

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Age Divisions: Recreational, Competitive, Elite

Top 5 Tour Cities: Rocky Mount, NC: Feb 17-19, 2023; Greenville, SC: Mar 10-12, 2023; Lancaster, PA: Mar 24-26, 2023; Daytona, FL: Apr 28-30, 2023; Asheville, NC: May 5-7, 2023

2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jul 17-22, 2023

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Fusion National Dance Competition

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912.230.9687

FusionNDC.com

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Age Divisions: 3 Divisions: Recreational / Intermediate / Elite

Top 5 Tour Cities: Miami, FL; Columbus, GA; Spartanburg, SC; Norfolk, VA; West Palm Beach, FL

2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL

Headliners Dance Championships

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973.927.8007

headlinersdance.com

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Age Divisions: Novice, Intermediate, Competitive

Top 5 Tour Cities: Westchester, NY: Jan 27-29, 2023; Morristown, NJ: Feb 3-5, 2023; Worcester, MA: Feb 3-5, 2023; St Louis, MO: Feb 10-12, 2023; Johnstown, PA: Feb 17-19, 2023

2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ

Hype Dance Competition

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954.873.2317

gohypedance.com

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Age Divisions: Groundbreaking, Cutting Edge, Legendary

Top 5 Tour Cities: Coral Springs, FL: Apr 28-30, 2023; Spartanburg, SC: Feb 24-26, 2023; Miami, FL: Mar 3-5, 2023; Zanesville, OH: Feb 17-19, 2023; New Castle, PA: Mar 10-12, 2023

2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 26-2, 2023

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Ignite Dance Competition

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843.471.0403

ignitedancecompetition.com

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Age Divisions: Recreational, Competitive, Elite

Top 5 Tour Cities: Richmond, VA: Feb 17-19, 2023; Taylorsville, NC: March 17-19, 2023; Asheville, NC: March 31-April 2, 2023; Columbia, SC: Apr 21-23, 2023; Jacksonville, FL: May 5-7, 2023

2023 Nationals: June 21-25, 2023 in Asheville, NC

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Imagine National Dance Challenge

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315.572.1189

imaginedancechallenge.com

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Age Divisions: Advanced, Intermediate, Novice

Top 5 Tour Cities: Long Island, NY: Mar 31-2, 2023; Baltimore, MD: Apr 28-30, 2023; Providence, RI: Mar 3-5, 2023; Fort Lauderdale, FL: Mar 23-26, 2023; Buffalo, NY: Mar 30-2, 2023

2023 Nationals: Nashville, TN: Jun 12-16, 2023

Inspire NDC

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912.506.3967

inspirendc.com

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Age Divisions: Recreational, Competition, and Competition Elite

Top 5 Tour Cities: Rocky Mount, NC; Columbia, SC; Charlotte, NC; Columbus, GA; Statesboro, GA

2023 Nationals: Savannah, GA

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Leap! National Dance Competition

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800.790.LEAP (5327)

leapcompetition.com

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Age Divisions: Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior, and Adult

Top 5 Tour Cities: Sacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA: Feb 10-12, 2023; Boston (Lowell), MA: Mar 10-12, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: Apr 14-16, 2023; Ft. Lauderdale (Miramar), FL: Apr 28-30, 2023; Chicago (Batavia), IL: May 19-21, 2023

2023 Nationals: Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Invited Event, FL: Jul 28-1, 2023

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Miami International Ballet Competition

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305.948.4777

miamiibc.org

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Age Divisions: 1,2,3,4

2023 Nationals: Miami, FL: Jan 18-22, 2023

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Movin Dance Competition

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516.749.8975

movindancecomp.com

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Age Divisions: NOVICE, INTERMEDIATE, COMPETITIVE

Top 5 Tour Cities: Austin, TX; CT; Cedar Rapids, IA; Greensburg, PA: Apr 14-16, 2023; Wayne, NJ: Apr 21-23, 2023

2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 30-5, 2023

Onstage New York

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877.NYC.5678

onstagenewyork.com

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Age Divisions: Prep (ages 6 & under) Mini (ages 7-8, 9-10), Junior (ages 11, 12), Teen (ages 13, 14, 15), Senior (ages 16, 17, 18) Adult (ages19-22, 23-29, 30+)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Savannah, GA: Mar 3-5, 2023; Durham, NC: Mar 17-19, 2023; Providence, RI: Apr 21-23, 2023; Portland, OR: Apr 28-30, 2023; Niagara Falls, NY: May 12-14, 2023

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Rising Star Talent Productions

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614.989.0561

risingstartalent.com

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Top 5 Tour Cities: Owensboro, KY: Feb 4-5, 2023; Sandusky, OH: Feb 17-19, 2023; Dalton, GA: Mar 31-2, 2023; Indianapolis, IN: May 5-7, 2023; Columbus, OH: May 12-14, 2023

2023 Nationals: Sevierville, TN: Jul 5-9, 2023

Showstopper

843.357.7469

goshowstopper.com

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Age Divisions: Performance, Advanced, & Competitive: Mini (8 & under), Junior (9-11), Teen (12-14), Senior (15-19), Adult (20 & older)

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Starbound National Talent Competition

609.693.0563

starbound.net

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Age Divisions: Solos, Duet/Trios, Small Groups, Large Groups, Production & Line

Top 5 Tour Cities: NY; FL; NJ; TX; CA

Synergy Performing Arts Competition

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972.768.5553

synergypac.com

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Age Divisions: Age Divisions: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Teacher/Pro/Am: Mini (5 & under), Petite (6–8), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Adult (19 & older)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Fort Worth, TX: Feb 3-5, 2023; Baton Rouge, LA: Feb 24-26, 2023; Wichita, KS: Mar 10-12, 2023; Fort Smith, AR: Mar 31-2, 2023; Houston, TX: May 5-7, 2023

2023 Nationals: Dallas, TX: Jun 14-18, 2023

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Conventions

24 Seven Dance Convention

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818.432.6085

24sevendance.com

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Popular Instructors: Danny Lawn, Jenna & Val, Randi & Hefa, Brooke Pierotti, Francisco Gella, Blake McGrath

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

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The Dance Awards

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818.432.1234

thedanceawards.com

[emailprotected]

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

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Dance Revolution

817.251.9898

dance-revolution.com

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Popular Instructors: Patrick Cook, Misty RasconSmith, Marc Wayne, Ashley Rich, Megan Waldron, David Kiyak

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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DancerPalooza

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818.432.8498

dancerpalooza.com

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Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

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JUMP Dance Convention

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818.432.4395

jumptour.com

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Popular Instructors: Wade Robson, Savion Glover, Teddy Forance, Mandy Moore, Al Blackstone, Katy Spreadbury

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

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NUVO Dance Convention

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818.432.3894

gonuvo.com

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Popular Instructors: Ray Leeper, Dana Foglia, Stacey Tookey, Sarah Reich, Denise Wall, Will Loftis

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

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RADIX Dance Convention

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818.392.3478

radixdance.com

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Popular Instructors: Brian Friedman, Tessandra Chavez, Tabitha & Napoleon, Talia Favia, Tricia Miranda, Tina Caspary

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

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Showstopper Conventions

843.357.7469

goshowstopper.com/dance-convention

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Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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Competitions & Conventions

Adrenaline Dance Convention

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866.695.4144

adrenalinedance.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Sparks (5-7) | Mini (8-10) | Junior (11-12) | Teen (13-15) | Senior (16-19)

Top 5 Tour Cities: AUSTIN, TX: Jan 6-8, 2023; ST LOUIS, MO: Feb 3-5, 2023; PROVO, UT: Feb 16-18, 2023; LOS ANGELES, CA: Mar 10-12, 2023; SAN JOSE, CA: Mar 17-19, 2023

2023 Nationals: San Diego, CA: Jun 27-2, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Chris Jacobsen (He/Him), Caroline Lewis-Jones (She/Her), Nick Bass (He/Him), Kiki Nyemchek (He/Him), Karissa Royster (She/Her), Meg Paul (She/Her)

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

Alpha Dance Convention

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631.346.0905

alphadanceconvention.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Beta Babies, Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior

Top 5 Tour Cities: Columbia, SC: Dec 2-4, 2022; Troy, MI: Jan 13-15, 2023; Orlando, FL: Jan 27-29, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: Feb 10-12, 2023; Morristown, NJ: Mar 24-26, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Jay Jay Dixonbey, Kinjaz, Dee Tomasetta, Chase Hudson, Stephanie Rutherford, Holly Ryder

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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Artistic Dance Exchange

516.749.8975

ADEonTour.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: GOLD (Beg-Interm) – PLATINUM (Interm-Adv)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Houston, TX: Jan 13-15, 2023; St Lous, MO: Jan 20-22, 2023; Greenville, SC: Feb 24-26, 2023; Los Angeles, CA: Apr 14-16, 2023; Franklin, TN: Apr 28-30, 2023

2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 30-5, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: ALEX WONG, IAN EASTWOOD, MATT CADY, GIANNA MARTELLO, JILL MARIE, GEO HUBELA

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

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Beyond The Stars

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609.259.8760

btscomp.com/

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Competition

Age Divisions: Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior

Top 5 Tour Cities: Somerset, NJ; Long Island, NY; Akron, OH; Detroit, MI; Springfield, MA

2023 Nationals: Poconos, PA

Convention

Popular Instructors: Ricky Hinds, Rachel Reese, Elijah Morton, Michael Crawford, Philip Solomon, Thomas Varvaro

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

CNADM: Chicago National Association of Dance Masters

815.397.6282

www.cnadm.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Mini (ages 7-9), Junior ( ages 10-12), Intermediate (ages 13-14), Senior (ages 15+)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Schaumburg, IL: Jul 30-30, 2022

Convention

Popular Instructors: Hanna Brictson, Felecia Hubbard, Shelby Kaufman, Kelsey Nelson, Pablo Sanchez, Chris Wendorff

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

Dance Champs Elite, The Royalty Dance Tour

917.578.0500

dancechamps.net

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Competition

Age Divisions: 3 Levels: Royalty (Novice) | Majesty (Intermediate) | Supremacy (Advanced) | Mini 6 & Under | Petite 7 ~ 9 | Junior 10 ~ 12 | Teen 13 ~ 15 | Senior 16 ~ 19 | Adult 20 & Up

Top 5 Tour Cities: Wilmington, DE: Feb 11-12, 2023; Long Island, NY: Feb 25-26, 2023; East Rutherford, NJ: Mar 11-12, 2023; Albany, NY: Apr 1-2, 2023; Long Island, NY: May 13-14, 2023

2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ: Jul 17-20, 2023

Convention

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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The Dance Effect

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316.794.8000

thedanceeffect.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Competitive, Adaptive; Age: Mini (5 and under), Petite (6-8), Junior (9-12), Teen (13-15), Senior ( 16-19), Adult (20+)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Wichita, KS; DFW, TX; KC, MO; OKC, OK; Houston, TX

2023 Nationals: DFW, TX

Convention

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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DANCE MACHINE ANDC

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877.647.7326

DanceMachineOnline.com

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Age Divisions: TINY, MINI, PETITE, JUNIOR, TEEN, SENIOR, ADULT

Top 5 Tour Cities: Greensboro, NC: Mar 31-2, 2023; Rock Hill, SC: Apr 28-30, 2023; Decatur, AL: Mar 24-26, 2023; Sevierville, TN: Mar 3-5, 2023; Roanoke, VA: Apr 28-30, 2023

2023 Nationals: Rock Hill, SC: Jun 21-25, 2023

Elevation on Tour

281.545.0233

elevationontour.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Novice, Classic, Select // Tiny (4-6), Mini (7-9), Junior (10-12), Teen (13-15), Senior (16-19), Adult (20+)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Dallas, TX: Oct 21-23, 2022; Lakeland, FL: Feb 10-12, 2023; Houston, TX: Feb 17-19, 2023; Oklahoma City, OK: Mar 10-12, 2023; San Antonio, TX: Apr 21-23, 2023

2023 Nationals: Round Rock, TX: Jun 15-18, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Josh Manculich, Terrill Mitchell, Shelby Nunn, David Lee, Kori Moore, Morgan Stinnett

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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Hollywood Connection

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323.462.4500

hcdance.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: AGE: 7-8, 9-10, 11-13, 14+ STYLE: Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theater, Open SIZE: Solo, Duo/Trio (2-3), Small Group (4-9), Large Group (10-15), Small Production (16-24), Large Production (25+)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Santa Clara, CA: Jan 20-22, 2023; Seattle-Renton, WA: Jan 27-29, 2023; Burbank, CA: Feb 17-19, 2023; Las Vegas, NV: Mar 24-26, 2023; Phoenix-Scottsdale, AZ: Mar 31-2, 2023

2023 Nationals: San Diego, CA: Jul 2-8, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Ben Bigler, Aaron Czuprenski, Ruby Pappen, Brooklyn Jai, Mitchel Federan, Bonnie Story

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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International Adult Ballet Festival

720.593.2073

https://www.internationaladultballetfestival.com/

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Competition

Age Divisions: Adults (18 and Up)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Miami, FL: Jun 26-1, 2022

Convention

Popular Instructors: Julie Gill, Mikey Cusumano, Kirsten Kemp, Allie Christensen, Dr. Nina Geromel

Performance opportunities; Class Division: ability

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Intrigue Dance Intensive

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954.873.2317

gointrigue.com

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Competition

Top 5 Tour Cities: Spartanburg, SC: Jan 13-15, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: Jan 27-29, 2023; Orlando, FL: Feb 10-12, 2023; Provo, UT: Feb 23-25, 2023; Pittsburgh, PA: Apr 21-23, 2023

2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 26-2, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Kenichi Kasamatsu, Ali Pfleger, Katie Hazard, Brodie Rachelle, Julia Harnetiaux, Edward Cuellar

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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KĀOS Dance Experience

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818.280.8778

thisiskaos.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Hip-Hop Only Event

Top 5 Tour Cities: Santa Clara, CA: Jan 6-8, 2023; Greenville, SC: Jan 13-15, 2023; Vancouver, WA: Feb 10-12, 2023; New Brunswick, NJ: Feb 17-19, 2023; Vanouver, BC, : Mar 3-5, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Kenny Wormald, Fefe Burgos, Lyle Beniga

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

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National Dance Showcase

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908.874.0400

NationalDanceShowcase.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Recreational, competitive and elite

Top 5 Tour Cities: Voorhees, NJ: Nov 12-13, 2022; Voorhees, NJ: Feb 11-12, 2023; Voorhees, NJ: Mar 10-12, 2023; Voorhees, NJ: Apr 1-3, 2022; Voorhees, NJ: Apr 22-24, 2022

2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ: Jun 26-30, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Bria Walton, Christopher Jackson, Jay Staten, Jessica Attardo

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

New York City Dance Alliance

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866.NYC.5678

nycdance.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Mini (ages 7-10), Junior (ages 11-12), Teen (ages 13-15), Senior (ages 16-19)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Houston, TX: Nov 11-13, 2022; Orlando, FL: Jan 27-29, 2023; Santa Clara, CA: Mar 3-5, 2023; Greenville, NC: Mar 31-2, 2023; Dallas, TX: Apr 14-16, 2023

2023 Nationals: New York, NY: Jun 30-8, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Joe Lanteri, Suzi Taylor, Joey Dowling, Andy Pellick, Scott Jovovich, Chloe Arnold

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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NRG danceProject

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309.219.6726

NRGdanceProject.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Lil Spark, Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior

Top 5 Tour Cities: Atlanta, GA: Jan 6-8, 2023; Orlando, FL: Jan 20-22, 2023; Chicago, IL: Mar 31-2, 2023; Los Angeles, CA: Apr 21-23, 2023; Layton, UT: May 4-6, 2023

2023 Nationals: Phoenix, AZ: Jul 5-10, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Rustin Matthew, Mallauri Esquibel, Lacey Schwimmer, Ava Flav, Emma Bradley, Lonni Olsen

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

Platinum National Dance Competition

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404.551.4518

DancePlatinum.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Recreational, Intermediate and Elite Age Divisions: Mini 5 yrs. & Under Petite 6-8 yrs. Junior 9-11 yrs. Teen 12-14 yrs. Senior 15-19 yrs.

Convention

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

REVEL Dance Convention

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813.563.4249

dancerevel.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Senior, Teen, Junior, Mini

Top 5 Tour Cities: Omaha, NE: Nov 18-20, 2022; Orlando, FL: Feb 3-5, 2023; New Brunswick, NJ: Feb 24-26, 2023; Detroit, MI: Mar 17-19, 2023; Charlotte, NC: Mar 31-2, 2023

2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 27-2, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Joshua Bergasse, Duncan Cooper, Madi Hicks, Derek Mitchell, Aaron Parkhurst, Jordan Clark

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division:

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Revive Dance Convention

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866.695.4144

revivedanceconvention.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Sparks (5-7) | Mini (8-10) | Junior (11-12) | Teen (13-15) | Senior (16-19)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Provo, UT: Mar 2-4, 2023; Chicago, IL: Apr 21-23, 2023; Concord, NC: Jan 20-22, 2023; Seattle, WA: Feb 3-5, 2023; Kansas City, MO: Feb 17-19, 2023

2023 Nationals: San Diego, CA: Jun 27-2, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Jeremy Arnold (He/Him), Matt Aylward (He/Him), Jenn Freeman (She/Her), Merissa Gassel (She/Her), Peter Chu (He/Him), Casey Quinn (She/Her)

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

Shake The Ground

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305.582.7844

shaketheground.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Petite, Primary, Junior, Senior, Pre Professional

Top 5 Tour Cities: West Palm Beach, FL: Jan 13-15, 2023; Ft. Myers, FL: Jan 27-29, 2023; Orlando, FL: Mar 3-5, 2023; Ft Lauderdale, FL: Mar 24-26, 2023; Tampa, FL: Apr 14-16, 2023

2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 21-25, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Kiki Lucas, Kelly King, Jona Biddle, Eric Tolson, Kaylee "Impavido" Millis

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

Symposium Talent

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Symposiumtalent.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Mini (8 & Under), Junior (9-12), Teen (13-15), Senior (16-18), Adult (19+) FEARLESS (special needs), CLASSIC (beginner), SELECT (intermediate), and ELITE (advanced) levels

Top 5 Tour Cities: Des Moines, IA: Feb 3-5, 2023; Stevens Point, WI: Feb 24-26, 2023; Cedar Rapids, IA: Mar 3-5, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: Mar 31-2, 2023; Kansas City, MO: Apr 14-16, 2023

2023 Nationals: Minneapolis, MN: Jun 22-25, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Maggie Fox @pinkfxy, Jadell Lee @jadelllee, Tyrone Cobham @tyronecobham, Hannah Block @hannyblock, Darren Wong @darrenrwong, Scarlet Ryals @scarletryals

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

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Talent on Parade

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316.522.4836

talentonparade.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: Solo; Duet; Trio; Small Group (4-9 performers); Large Group (10-16 performers); Line (17 or more performers and under 4 minute performance); Production (17 or more performers, 4 to 8 minute performance).

Top 5 Tour Cities: St. Louis, MO: Mar 1-5, 2023; Des Moines, IA: Mar 22-26, 2023; Kansas City, KS: Apr 19-23, 2023; Rochester, MN: May 4-7, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: May 17-21, 2023

2023 Nationals: St. Louis, MO: Jun 27-2, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: HELENE PHILLIPS, HELEN ESTRELLA, KARI HERMAN, MISSY (ZIMMERMAN) & ANDREW HUBBARD, MADISON BARNES, JOEY DOUCETTE (THE LUIGI LEGACY)

Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

That's Entertainment

877.572.9415

thatsentertainmentpa.com

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Competition

Age Divisions: All Ages & 3 Levels of Competition

Top 5 Tour Cities: Dublin, CA: Feb 4-5, 2023; Anaheim, CA: Feb 18-19, 2023; St. George, UT: Mar 4-5, 2023; Phoenix, AZ: Mar 11-12, 2023; Las Vegas, NV: Apr 15-16, 2022

2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ: Jul 10-13, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Rita Mosely, Carmelo Cruz, Lindsey Russo, Angie Ashby, Josh Epps, Ryann O'Neil

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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Tremaine Dance Conventions & Competitions

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800.832.2050

www.tremainedance.com

[emailprotected]

Competition

Age Divisions: JUNIOR, TEEN, SENIOR

Top 5 Tour Cities: Orlando, FL: Nov 19-20, 2022; New York City, NY: Jan 21-22, 2023; Dallas, TX: Feb 4-5, 2023; Chicago, IL: Feb 25-26, 2023; Los Angeles, CA: Apr 15-16, 2023

2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jul 6-11, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Christina Grady, Tiffany Maher, Meghan Sanett, Derrick Schrader, Keri LaGrand, Tony Bellissimo

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

Ultimate Dance Tour

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336.676.2898

ultimatedancetour.com

[emailprotected]; [emailprotected]; [emailprotected]; [emailprotected]

Competition

Age Divisions: East Division

Top 5 Tour Cities: Greensboro, NC: Jan 21-22, 2023; Roanoke, VA: Feb 17-18, 2023; Rocky Mount, NC: Feb 24-26, 2023; Spartanburg, SC: Mar 17-19, 2023; Mooresville, NC: May 28-30, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Eva Igo, Phil Wright, Madeline Underwood, Marissa Rignola

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

Universal Ballet Competition

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305.582.7844

www.universalballetcompetition.com

[emailprotected]

Competition

Age Divisions: Precompetitive, Primary, Junior and Senior

Top 5 Tour Cities: Boston, MA: Jan 7-8, 2023; Denver, CO: Jan 20-22, 2023; Atlanta, GA: Feb 24-26, 2023; Chicago, IL: Mar 3-5, 2023; Houston, TX: Apr 28-30, 2023

2023 Nationals: Jacksonville, FL: May 18-21, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Kiki Lucas, Wes Chapman, Julio Bocca, Evelyn Cisneros, Duncan Cooper

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

USA International Ballet Competition

601.355.9853

usaibc.com

[emailprotected]

Competition

Age Divisions: Junior (15-18) & Senior (19-28)

2023 Nationals: JACKSON, MS: Jun 10-24, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: David Keary, Tatiana Tchernova, Charles Askegard, Gretchen Newburger, and other world class instructors!

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability

Velocity Dance Convention

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818.416.1161

velocitydanceconvention.com

[emailprotected]

Competition

Age Divisions: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Ballroom, Industry

Top 5 Tour Cities: Cleveland, OH: Feb 3-5, 2023; Orlando, FL: Feb 17-19, 2023; Chicago, IL: Mar 3-5, 2023; Salt Lake City, UT: Feb 9-11, 2023; Seattle, WA: Apr 28-30, 2023

2023 Nationals: Las Vegas, NV: Jul 1-7, 2023

Convention

Popular Instructors: Artem Chigvintsev, Ashley Gonzales, Brian Nicholson, Kiel Tutin, Marguerite Derricks, Whitney Bezzant

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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Youth America Grand Prix

201.444.3121

yagp.org

[emailprotected]

Competition

Age Divisions: Solos: Pre-Competitive (9-11), Junior (12-14), Senior (15-19); Ensembles (9-20); Pas de Deux (9-20)

Top 5 Tour Cities: Locations TBD. August-December 2022: International Semi-Finals; November 2022-March 2023: U.S. Semi-Finals,

2023 Nationals: April: YAGP 2023 Finals,

Convention

Popular Instructors: Master classes with directors of the world's leading dance schools

Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age

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FAQs

Is Dance magazine still in print? ›

Continuously published since 1927, Dance Magazine is your source for everything dance. Published by Dance Media #dancemagazine.

What is the hardest dance convention? ›

TDA is widely regarded as a prestigious award presented for dance in the US, and is considered to be one of the toughest competitions internationally for young pre-professional dancers.

What is the biggest dance competition in the US? ›

Our Mission. Starbound National Talent Competition is proud to be the LARGEST dance competition in America!

What is the best thing to wear to a dance convention? ›

You want to wear what you feel most comfortable and confident in. If this is a leotard and tights or a two-piece dance outfit, then wear that. Many dancers at a dance convention jazz class will typically wear a two piece dance outfit, but this doesn't mean that you have to.

What magazines are no longer in print? ›

There are many magazines we loved that are no more. Remember Sesame Street's 3-2-1 Contact (1979-2001)? Disney Magazine (1965-2005), Atari Connection (1981-1984), Autoweek (1958-2019), Barney Magazine, (1994-2003), CD-ROM Today (1993-1996), Children's Digest (1950-2009), Cosmogirl (1999-2009), Cracked (1958-2007).

Why are magazines going out of print? ›

As technology and communication develop, newer generations have recognized the logic of investing in online content rather than waiting for new print publications. For media outlets, the cost of printing 100,000 issues of the latest magazines is more than the revenue coming back.

Who is the most famous dancer ever? ›

Michael Jackson is widely regarded to be the world's best dancer because of his famous dance moves, especially the “Moonwalk.”

What is the hardest dance style to learn? ›

The ballet dance style and moves are some of the most difficult ones that exist today. Here's what you need to know about why ballet is one of the toughest dances in the world.

What is America's favorite dance competition? ›

Showstopper Spring Celebration

Founded in 1978, Showstopper is America's first, longest-running and most prestigious dance competition.

What state has the best dance team? ›

Starting with some backstory, Ohio State's dance program has been the best in the nation over the past few years. In five of the last six years, they've won at least one championship at nationals, and last year, they took home three!

What city has the most dancers? ›

Geographic profile for Dancers:
Metropolitan areaEmployment (1)Hourly mean wage
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA2,470$ 30.12
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ-PA1,320$ 33.10
San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA690$ 38.63
Las Vegas-Henderson-Paradise, NV390(8)
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What is the most popular dance in America? ›

Hip-hop dominates with a significant percentage of popularity among all dance styles, closely followed by ballet and contemporary.

How to stand out at a dance convention? ›

10 Tips To Stand Out At A Convention or Audition
  1. Learn to adapt. ...
  2. Learn quickly and apply corrections. ...
  3. Dress to impress. ...
  4. Keep calm! ...
  5. Be professional. ...
  6. Personality matters. ...
  7. Show off! ...
  8. Fake it until you make it.
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How do you prepare for a dance convention? ›

14 Tips For A Successful Dance Convention
  1. Have Fun! ...
  2. Wear Something Neon, Bright, And Something You Feel Comfortable In. ...
  3. Do Not Sit Down, Always Practice On The Side. ...
  4. Try Your Best And Don't Be Afraid To Make Mistakes. ...
  5. NO Means Next Opportunity. ...
  6. Be Respectful – Raise Your Hand Don't Blurt Out Answers.

Can I wear jeans to dance? ›

Some dancers also choose to wear jeans and a T-shirt, while others prefer stretchy yoga pants. As long as you're comfortable, that's all that matters.

What is the oldest magazine still in print? ›

Scientific American (founded 1845)

As the oldest continuously published magazine in the country, Scientific American's content database has original reporting on inventions like Alexander Graham Bell's telephone and Thomas Edison's lightbulb.

Does print magazine still exist? ›

Print is an American design and culture website that began as Print, A Quarterly Journal of the Graphic Arts, in 1940, and continued publishing a physical edition through the end of 2017 as Print.

Is InStyle magazine no longer in print? ›

InStyle's final print publication was the April 2022 issue. InStyle subsequently became digital-only. Neil Vogel, CEO of Dotdash Meredith, stated that the magazine will moved to an all digital format because "print is no longer serving the brand's core purpose."

Have they stopped printing Parade magazine? ›

The November 13, 2022, issue was the final edition printed and inserted in newspapers nationwide, but Parade continued as an e-magazine on newspaper websites. The December 31, 2023, edition was the final e-magazine edition. Parade now exists as a website and emailed newsletter for those who sign up for it.

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