Compiled by Caitlin Dutton and Lauren Renck
The start of fall signals a fresh competition and convention season. Before you polish your solo and prep yourself for inspiring master classes, use our guide to plan the year ahead. We’ve rounded up details on more than 100 competitions and conventions.
24 Seven Dance Convention
Director: Danny Wallace
818.432.6085
info@24sevendance.com
24sevendance.com
COMPETITION
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
2017 Nationals: June 30–July 7, Las Vegas, NV; July 9–16, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap, teacher only
Popular Instructors: Sonya Tayeh, tWitch, Brooke Pierotti, Francisco Gella, Lauren Adams, Kayla Kalbfleisch
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age, ability
Access Broadway
Director: Ron DeVito
516.594.6050
accessbway@aol.com
accessbroadway.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Beginner-Intermediate & Advanced: Solo (6 & under, 7–8, 9–10, 11–12, 13–14, 15–16, 17–19, 20+), Duet/Trio, Group, Production (8 & under, 9–12, 13–15, 16–19, 20+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 11–16, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: acting, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap, vocal
Popular Instructors: Ron DeVito, James Patric Moran, Tezz Yancey, Ashley Amber, Bobby Clark, Missy & Andrew Hubbard
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Act 1 Talent
Director: Katie Rustowicz
909.360.3455
info@act1talent.com
act1talent.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Petite (8 & under), 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
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, character, conditioning, contemporary, funk, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, Pilates, tap, teacher only, technique
Popular Instructors: Ashley Barnett, Michelle Elkin, Melissa Miles, Joelle Martinec, Eddie Garcia, Huggy Ford
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Adrenaline Dance
Director: Jeremy Keeton
866.695.4144
info@adrenalinedance.com
adrenalinedance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Sparks (5–7), Mini (8–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16+), Teacher
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 29–July 5, Las Vegas, NV; July 10–16, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap, teacher only, technique
Popular Instructors: Chris Jacobsen, Caroline Lewis-Jones, Nick Dinicolangelo, Nick Bass, Marcea Lane, Paula Morgan
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
All American Talent
Director: Susan Yushko
772.468.1998
info@allamericantalent.com
allamericantalent.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Petite (5–6, 7–8), Junior (9–10, 11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: NJ, PA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, tap, technique
Popular Instructors: Obediah Wright, Alex Sanchez, Greg Zane, Jason Marquette, Christopher Huggins, Karl Maier
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
American Ballet Competition
Director: Katherine C. Kersten
970.376.2607
idea.abc@gmail.com
americanballetcompetition.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Division I (9–11), Division II (12–15), Division III (16–20)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group
2017 Nationals: Ogden, UT
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
American Dance Awards
203.985.8144
info@americandanceawards.com
americandanceawards.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Novice, Pre-Competitive, Competitive & Pro-Am (6 & under, 7–9, 10–12, 13–15, 16–21, 22+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group
2017 Nationals: July 14–21, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, audition, ballet, character, contemporary, dance team, hip hop, jazz, kickline, lyrical, modern, musical theater, partnering, pointe, tap, technique
Popular Instructors: Jeff Lapes, Scott Fowler, KC Castelano, Travis St. Denny, Noel Bajandas, Channing Cooke
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Artistic Dance Exchange
Director: Juan Borona
516.749.8975
artisticdanceinfo@gmail.com
artisticdanceexchange.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Gold Level (Beginner-Intermediate) & Platinum Level (Intermediate-Advanced): Mini (6–7), Junior (8–11), Teen (12–15), Senior (16–17), Adult (18+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, character, conditioning, contemporary, contemporary fusion, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, tap, technique
Popular Instructors: Alex Wong, Theresa Stone, Tom Richardson, Richard J. Hinds, Hannah Frederick, Derek Mitchell
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Artists Simply Human
Director: Braham Logan Crane
855.ASH.DANCE
info@ashproductions.com
ashdance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Mini Movers (4–6), Artists in Training (7–10), Intermediate & Advanced (11+), Teachers & Studio Representatives (18+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 26–July 2, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, funk, hip hop, jazz, musical theater, parents’ class, tap, teacher only
Popular Instructors: Lisette Bustamante, Desmond Richardson, Judy Rice, Gregg Russell, Jason Samuels Smith, Jojo Gomez
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Backstage Performing Arts Competition
Directors: Cathy Vucina & Tara Wojciechowski
866.807.9298
backstagecomp@aol.com
backstageperformingartscompetition.com
COMPETITION
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 11, Manalapan, NJ
Classes Offered
Scholarships Available
Believe Dance Competitions Inc.
Director: Tracey Hoffeldt
647.287.6150
admin@believedance.ca
believedance.ca
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Novice, Part-Time & Competitive: Mini (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Intermediate (12–14), Senior (15+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Independent Entries
Believe Talent Competition
Director: Matt Dillard
844.737.3737
info@believetalent.com
believetalent.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Beginner, 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
2017 Nationals: June 25–29, Fort Lauderdale, FL; July 3–7, Ocean City, MD
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
Scholarships Available
BellaMoxi Dance
Director: Ashleigh Keefer
270.227.5511
info@bellamoxi.com
bellamoxi.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Mini (7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Pro (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acting, audition, ballet, ballroom, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, parents’ class, partnering, pointe, tap, variation
Popular Instructors: Dusty Button, Chase Benz, Kaelyn Gray, Justin Conte, Matthew Prescott, Brandon Dumlao
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Beyond The Stars
Directors: Ginny Faubell & Nikki Faubell
609.259.8760
info@beyondthestarscompetition.com
beyondthestarscompetition.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational, Intermediate & Competitive: Mini (6 & under), Petite (7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: NJ
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Boogie Fever USA
Directors: Robbie Anderson & Will Shover
877.647.7326
info@dancemachineonline.com
boogiefeverdance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational, Intermediate & Advanced: Mini (7–8), Petite (9–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–14), Senior (15–18); No Levels: Tiny (4–6), Elite (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 16–18, Rock Hill, SC
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, ballet, clogging, conditioning, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, tap, technique
Popular Instructors: Jocelyn Naylor, Lyndsay Loveland, Jodi Justice, Daniel Browning, Jesse Capps
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
BravO! National Dance and Talent Competition
Director: Brendan C. Buchanan
877.272.8641
info@bravocompetition.com
bravocompetition.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: O!verture (Beginner) & Encore! (Intermediate): Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19); BravO! (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
Candance
Directors: Lisa & Danny Poland, Debbie Noce
905.936.4151
info@candanceeg.com
candancecompetition.ca
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Novice, Pre-Competitive & Competitive: Mini (8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16+); Pro-Am & Adult (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 1–7, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, audition, ballet, conditioning, contemporary, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, tap, technique, vocal
Popular Instructors: Tyce Diorio, Melanie Benz, Andrew Turteltaub, Katee Shean, Kelby Brown, Fred Knecht
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Cathy Roe’s Ultimate Dance
Director: Cathy Roe
800.800.5437
manager@crudance.com
cathyroe.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Mini (7 & under), Petite (8–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Adult (20+)
2017 Nationals: June 28, OH
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acting, ballet, character, contemporary, dance improv, hip hop, how to audition, jazz, modeling, modern, musical theater, technique
Popular Instructors: Cathy Roe, Mark Moschello, Kate Peters, Jennifer Ladner
Performance Opps
Class Division: age
Celebration Talent Competition
Directors: Mitchell & Robin Dettwiller
888.610.8882
info@celebrationtalent.com
celebrationtalent.com
COMPETITION
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
2017 Nationals: June 26–July 1, Orlando, FL; July 12–16, Wisconsin Dells, WI
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Celebrity Dance Competitions & Conventions
Director: Drew Phillip
877.326.2394, 480.706.8888
celebrity@dancecelebrity.com
dancecelebrity.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Mini (3–4), Pre-Junior (5–6), Junior (7–8), Intermediate (9–10), Pre-Teen (11–12), Teen (13–14), Senior (15–16), Premier (17–19), Adult (20+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 9–15, Nationals at Sea, cruising from TX; July 16–21, Nationals at Sea, cruising from CA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acting, audition, ballet, character, contemporary, dancing with intention, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, motivational, musical theater, parents’ class, tap, teacher only, technique, variation
Popular Instructors: Ade Obayomi, Chelsea Thedinga, Tony Elliott, Cat Cogliandro, Marcus Jones, Sarah Brinson
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Champion Dance
Director: Debbie Nordstrom
800.624.0855
info@championtoursandevents.com
championtoursandevents.com
COMPETITION
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: March 11, San Marcos, TX; March 18, Los Angeles, CA
CNADM: Chicago National Association of Dance Masters
Director: Kathy Velasco
815.397.6282
dance@cnadm.com
cnadm.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Mini (7–9), Junior (10–12), Intermediate (13–14), Senior (15+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group
2017 Nationals: July 23, Oak Brook, IL
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, tap
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Dance Champs
Director: Sandee Keller
816.452.1440
sandee@dancechampsevents.com
dancechampsevents.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–15), Senior (16–18), Adult & Pro-Am (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production
2017 Nationals: July 12, Kansas City, MO
Classes Offered
Dance Educators of America Inc.
Directors: Fran Peters, Stephen Ball & Pat Shepherd
914.636.3200
info@dancedea.com
dancedea.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Non-Competitive (12 & under, 13+); Competitive: Small Fry (8 & under), Junior (9–10), Pre-Teen (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 30, West Palm Beach, FL
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, audition, ballet, blues, cabaret, career prep, conditioning, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, nutrition, Pilates, tap, technique
Popular Instructors: Karla Garcia, Erik Saradpon, Nick Anthony, Alicia Monaco, Dustin Phillip, Juan Sanchez
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Dance Expressions & Pure Performance Scholarship Convention
Director: Cathy Tubolino
215.356.2139
tapkat5678@aol.com
danceexpressionscompetition.com
COMPETITION
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: contemporary, hip hop, jazz, musical theater, tap; non-competitive adjudicator critique, scholarship workshops
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Dance Machine ANDC
Directors: Will Shover & Lori Sneed
877.647.7326
info@dancemachineonline.com
dancemachineonline.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational, Intermediate & Advanced: Mini (7–8), Petite (9–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–14), Senior (15–18); No Levels: Tiny (4–6), Elite (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 21–25, Rock Hill, SC
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, audition, ballet, clogging, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap, teacher only, technique
Popular Instructors: Chris Hale, Chi Lopes, Calen Kurka, April Cook, Daniel Browning, Casey Auten
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Dance Ovations
Director: Anne-Marie Petricone
603.347.1063
danceovations@gmail.com
danceovations.net
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Novice, Recreational, Inspirational, Pre-Competitive, Competitive & Pro-Am (6 & under, 7–9, 10–12, 13–15, 16–19, 20+), Professional (Adult)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production
2017 Nationals: June 25, Hyannis (Cape Cod), MA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
Dance Showcase USA
Director: Glenda Boenig
817.572.6617
glenda@danceshowcaseusa.com
danceshowcaseusa.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Crystal (Recreational): Mini (4 & under); Crystal (Recreational), Diamond & Star (Competitive): Petite (5–6, 7–8), Junior (9–10, 11), Teen (12, 13–14), Senior—solo (15–16, 17–19); Diamond & Star (Competitive): Senior—duo/trio & group (15–16, 17–19); Star (Competitive): Adult (20–29, 30+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June, Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Dance Teacher Summit
818.432.8499
info@danceteachersummit.com
danceteachersummit.com
CONVENTION
Classes: anatomy, ballet, body placement, Bollywood, character, classroom management, contemporary, costume panels, floor barre, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musicality, musical theater, pointe, props, stage makeup, strengthening, technique, turns & transitions
Class Division: age, ability
Dance the Magic!
Director: Debi Barr
714.841.3913
dance@dancethemagic.com
dancethemagic.com
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, character, dance team, jazz, lyrical, teacher only
Performance Opps
Class Division: age
Dance Troupe Inc.
Director: Alexis McDonald
276.647.1882
dti@dancetroupechallenge.com
dancetroupechallenge.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Pre-School (3–5), Primary (6–7), Pre-Junior (8–9), Junior (10–11), Intermediate (12–13), Secondary (14–15), Senior (16–18), Graduate (19–20), Adult Dance (21+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 10–15, Savannah, GA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
DanceMakers Inc.
Directors: Bradley Taylor & Felicia Taylor
949.715.5300
info@dancemakersinc.com
dancemakersinc.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Camp Dance (3–6), Junior (7–10), Teen (11–13), Senior (14+), Teacher/Assistant
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 25–30, Myrtle Beach, SC
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, conditioning, contemporary, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, motivational, musical theater, pointe, tap, teacher only, technique
Popular Instructors: Kathryn McCormick, Dejan Tubic, Keith Clifton, Robert Roldan, Lindsay Nelko
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
DancerPalooza
Director: Gil Stroming
818.432.8489
info@dancerpalooza.com
dancerpalooza.com
CONVENTION
Classes: ballet, Bollywood, contemporary, funk, hip hop, improv, jazz, lyrical, men’s class, musical theater, tap, technique, yoga
Popular Instructors: Mandy Moore, Travis Wall, Kenny Wormald, Misha Gabriel, tWitch, Mia Michaels
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age, ability
DANZEOFF
Directors: Hinton Battle & Denise Saunders
202.248.5009
hinton@danzeoff.com
danzeoff.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Mini (6–8), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Pre-Professional (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line
2017 Nationals: February 3–5, Washington, DC
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, parents’ class, tap, teacher only
Popular Instructors: Hinton Battle, Debbie Allen, Savion Glover, Danielle Polanco, Darrion Gallegos
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
A Day of Dance/Protégé Dance Competition
Directors: LeAnn & Chris Glass
434.239.1111
protegedancecompetition@gmail.com
protegedancecompetition.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational & Competitive: Petite (3–8), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Adult (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, audition, ballet, break dancing, career prep, character, clogging, contemporary, dance team, ethnic, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, parents’ class, pointe, pom, tap
Popular Instructors: Derek Mitchell, On the DL, Mitchel Federan, Cartier Williams, Lane Napper
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Diva Dance Competition Inc.
Directors: Kym Yadisernia & Anne Roberts
774.319.9174
info@divacomps.com
divacomps.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational, Competitive & Advanced Competitive: Mini (6 & under), Petite (7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Adult (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, tap, teacher only, technique, vocal
Popular Instructors: Courtney Ortiz, Sarah-Katarina “SKooJ CorE-O,” Joey Ortolani, Stephanie Potteiger, Robb Gibbs
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Dreamstar Productions
Director: Thomas F. Goodall
563.579.3678
goodall@csteldridge.com
dreamstarnow.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Competitive: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–15), Senior (16–19)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: Eldridge, IA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
Dupree Dance
Director: Kari Anderson
888.498.2998
dupree@dupreedance.com
dupreedance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Phaze 1 (4–7), Phaze 2 (8–11), Phaze 3 (12–14), Phaze 4 (15+), Assistant Teacher (16+), Full-Time Teacher (must be 18+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 10, Destin/Fort Walton Beach, FL
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, Bollywood, contemporary, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, parents’ class, tap, teacher only, technique
Popular Instructors: Patrick Burns, Ellenore Scott, Terrill Mitchell, Kobi Rozenfeld, Addison Holmes, Meghan Way Stinson
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Elite Performance Challenge
Directors: Tony & Nichole Fortunato
508.647.1000
info@eliteperformancechallenge.com
eliteperformancechallenge.com COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational, Advanced & Competitive: 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
2017 Nationals: June 24, Danvers, MA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, ballet, baton, break dancing, character, clogging, contemporary, folkloric, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, pointe, pom, props, tap
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Encore DCS/Encore Extreme
Directors: Rhonda Marchant & Susan Barnes
803.785.8566
susan@encoredcs.com
encoredcs.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational & Competitive: Petite (6 & under, 7–8); Recreational, Competitive & Elite: Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–16, 17–18), Senior Plus (19–24, 25–39, 40+); Performing Parents
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 5–10, Charleston, SC; July 20–24, Harrisburg, PA
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, acro-jazz, ballet, character, clogging, contemporary, folkloric, hip hop, jazz, liturgical, lyrical, modeling, modern, musical theater, pointe, pom, tap, vocal
Popular Instructors: Caroline Lewis-Jones, Joe Grandy, Chris Robbins, Erika Hebron, Brandon Girouard, Carly Gallup
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Encore Performing Arts
Director: Caron Moore
817.926.9686
info@encoreperformingarts.com
encoreperformingarts.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Division 1 (Recreational), Division 2 (Intermediate), Division 3 (Advanced): 4–20+
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 19, Dallas, TX
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap, teacher only
Popular Instructors: Gregg Russell, Gustavo Vargas, Desiree Robbins, Geo Hubela
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Encore Talent Productions
encore@zoomtown.com
encoretalentproductions.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational & Competitive: Petite (8 & under); Recreational, Competitive & Elite: Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Adult (20+); Competitive & Elite: Senior (16–19); Elite: Pro-Am (21+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 29–July 2, Mason, OH
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, character, clogging, contemporary, ethnic, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, pointe, tap
Energy National Dance Competitions
Director: Gina Urso-Dudash
954.780.7177
office@energyndc.com
energyndc.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational & Competitive: Mini (9 & under), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19); Pro-Am (20+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 18–23, Sandusky, OH
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
Scholarships Available
Excel in Motion
Directors: Tony & Nichole Fortunato
508.647.1000
info@excelinmotion.com
excelinmotion.com
CONVENTION
Classes: contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, tap
Popular Instructors: Alex Wong, Ellenore Scott, Aaron Turner, Cyrus Spencer, Lauren Froderman, Ade Chike Torbert
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Fire and Ice National Talent Competition
Directors: Darni Fenerty, Seth Robinson & Jeff Wolfe
504.400.0854
fireandicedance@hotmail.com
fireandicetalent.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Novice, Intermediate & Elite (All Ages)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 11–14, Destin, FL
Scholarships Available
Fluid Dance Conventions, Inc.
Director: Sarah Verville
866.659.5554
fluid@fluiddance.com
fluiddance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Mini (5–8), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–18)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acting, audition, ballet, career prep, character, conditioning, contemporary, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, motivational, musical theater, Pilates, tap, teacher only, technique, yoga
Popular Instructors: Kristin Sudeikis, Tracie Stanfield, Matthew Shaffer, Todd Flanagan, Victoria Moore, Corina Kinnear
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Fury Dance Competition
Directors: Robyn Ferrell, Anjie Eaton & Michelle Schamel
702-907-FURY(3879)
info@furydance.com
furydance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced: 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
2017 Nationals: House Springs, MO
Classes Offered
Fusion National Dance Competition
Directors: Paula Dell-Beasley & Jill Reeves
912.230.9687
fusiondancecomp@gmail.com
fusionndc.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 22–25, Daytona Beach, FL
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap, technique
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Groove Dance Competition
Directors: Daniel DeFranco, Kim Bressi, Annette Payne, Dani Hulsart, Joey-Lynn Librizzi & Jennifer Swanchara
732.579.0737
information@groovecompetition.com
groovecompetition.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Novice, Intermediate & Competitive: 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
2017 Nationals: July 7–10, Myrtle Beach, SC; July 17–21, Ocean City, MD
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, tap
Popular Instructors: Matt Lopez, Jill Lazzini, KC Castellano, Dylan Pearce, Anthony Raimondi
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Headliners Dance Championships
Director: Shari Tomasiello
973-927–8007
info@headlinerscompetition.com
headlinerscompetition.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Child (9 & under), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–20), Adult (21+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production
2017 Nationals: July 7, CT
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap
Popular Instructors: Brandon Girouard, Brandon Porter, Steven Vaughn, Lauren Renck, Jean Wenzel
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Hollywood Connection
Directors: Bill Bohl & Kimberly Rhinelander
323.462.4500
info@hcdance.com
hcdance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Broadway Babies/Mini (5–6), Superstars/Junior (7–8), Co-Stars/Junior (9–10), Guest Stars/Teen (11–13), Producers/Senior (14+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, production
2017 Nationals: July 3, Anaheim, CA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, career prep, character, contemporary, funk, heels class, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, motivational, musical theater, parents’ class, tap, teacher only, technique
Popular Instructors: Jaci Royal, Mitchel Federan, Brooklyn Jai, Lindsley Allen, Bonnie Story, Gigi Torres
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Hollywood Vibe
Directors: Christopher & Anne Smith
818.567.2359
info@hollywoodvibe.com
hollywoodvibe.com
COMPETITION
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 27, Garden Grove, CA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, parents’ class, partnering, tap, technique
Popular Instructors: Kevin Maher, Liz Imperio, Kent Boyd, David Moore, Allison Holker, Caitlin Kinney
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Hype Dance Competition
Director: Lorraine Pennell
954.873.2317
info@hypedance.co
hypedance.co
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–21)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 3, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
Scholarships Available
I LOVE DANCE
Director: Kim McKimmie
503.253.2020
kim@ilovedance.com
ilovedance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Beginning (less than 2 years of study), Elementary (2–4 years of study), Junior (5–7 years of study), Senior (7+ years of study), Forty Plus, Teacher Features
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Imagine National Dance Challenge
240.412.1804
chrystan@imaginedancechallenge.com
imaginedancechallenge.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Beginner, 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
2017 Nationals: June 24–27, Hershey, PA; July 3–7, Ocean City, MD
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
Scholarships Available
In10sity Dance
Director: Jacob Flynn
317.695.4830
jflynn@in10sity-dance.com
in10sity-dance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Debut, Premier & Elite: Mini (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
2017 Nationals: June 28–July 2, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
Inferno Dance
Directors: Laura King, Rachel Petti & Daniel Montera
855.673.2623
info@infernodance.com
infernodance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Spark, Fire & Blaze (4 & under–19)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acting, audition, ballet, contemporary, dance team, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, tap
Popular Instructors: Nico Greetham, Casey Askew, Daniel Montera, Ade Chike Torbert
Performance Opps
Class Division: ability
INSPIRE National Dance Competition
Director: Teresa Peeples
912.506.3967
inspiredancecomp@gmail.com
inspirendc.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational, Competition & Competition Elite: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19); Recreational & Competition: Adult (20+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 27–July 1, Savannah, GA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
Intrigue Dance Intensive
Director: Kevin Aubin
646.215.1279
info@gointrigue.com
gointrigue.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–21)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 3, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, parents’ class, tap
Popular Instructors: Emma Portner, Matt Cady, Tom Richardson, Chris “Casper” Lupis, David Mann, Jill Marie
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
JUMP (The Alternative Convention)
Director: Gil Stroming
818.432.4395
info@jumptour.com
jumptour.com
COMPETITION
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
2017 Nationals: June 30–July 7, Las Vegas, NV; July 9–16, Orlando, FL
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap, teacher only
Popular Instructors: Mia Michaels, Mandy Moore, Teddy Forance, Nick Lazzarini, Willdabeast, Doug Caldwell
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age, ability
Just For Kix
Director: Cindy Clough
218.829.7107
dance@justforkix.com
justforkix.com
CONVENTION
Classes: ballet, career prep, conditioning, contemporary, dance team, hip hop, jazz, kickline, lyrical, motivational, musical theater, nutrition, Pilates, pointe, pom, tap, technique, yoga
Popular Instructors: Ali Clough, Adina Belanger, Brittney Schubert, Annie Lindberg
Performance Opps
Class Division: ability
Kids Artistic Revue
Director: Noah Lands
714.826.8440
info@dancekar.com
dancekar.com
COMPETITION
2017 Nationals: June 19–25, Panama City, FL; July 1–7, Las Vegas, NV; July 9–15, Ledyard, CT; July 13–17, Biloxi, MS; July 23–27, Myrtle Beach, SC
Independent Entries
Scholarships Available
L.A. DanceMagic
Directors: Jackie Sleight, Dave Carter & Katie Rustowicz
818.541.1316
office@ladancemagic.com
ladancemagic.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Junior Prep (5–8), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–15), Senior (16+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 3, Anaheim, CA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: assistant prep class, audition, ballet, career prep, college auditions, conditioning, contemporary, dance company classes, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, motivational, musicality, musical theater, music editing, parents’ class, partnering, tap, teacher only, technique
Popular Instructors: Will Thomas, DJ Guthrie, Eddie Moody, Christian Vincent, Albert Cattafi, Ayodele Casel
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Leap! National Dance Competition
Director: Drew Vamosi
402.939.7984
info@leapcompetition.com
leapcompetition.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Skip & Leap: Petite (4 & under, 5–6, 7–8), Junior (9, 10, 11), Teen (12, 13, 14), Senior (15–16, 17–19)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: Ames, IA
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, ballet, character, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, pointe, pom, tap, variety
Manhattan Dance Project
Director: Bill Hotaling
623.376.7578
info@mdpdance.com
mdpdance.com
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, tap, technique
Popular Instructors: Josh Bergasse, Kameron Bink, James Boyd, Todd Flanagan, Bill Hotaling, Todd Shanks
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Marquee Your Name In Lights
Directors: Anita DeVito, Laura Cruz, Donna Gray & Carla Pappalardo
201.960.1495
marqueeyournameinlights@gmail.com
marqueeyournameinlights.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Newbies (5–6), Mini (7–9), Junior (10–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, parents’ class, tap
Popular Instructors: Tyler Maloney, Cassie Nordgren, Erik Samson, Tony Mansker, Samantha Jay, Brandon Girouard
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Masquerade Dance
Director: Melissa May
985.651.0001
masqueradedance@aol.com
masqueradedance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Green, Gold & Purple Levels: Petite (8 & under), Junior (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–19)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: Fort Walton Beach, FL;
Minneapolis, MN
Classes Offered
Midwest Starz Dance Competitions and Conventions
Director: Brent Sinn
612.483.4884
office@midweststarz.com
mwsdc.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational/New Starz (14 & under); Intermediate/Rising Starz & Competitive/Starz: Mini (5–8), Pre-Teen (9–11), Teen (12–14), Senior (15–18), Adult (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 14–18, Wisconsin Dells, WI; June 21–24, Cedar Rapids, IA
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, ballet, character, clogging, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, kickline, lyrical, modern, musical theater, pointe, pom, tap, vocal
Popular Instructors: Sloan-Taylor Rabinor, Matthew Peacock, Dani Vitale, Herman Marcus Payne, Nick Bowman
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
Momentum Dance Convention
Director: Haylee Thompson
701.280.0004
momentumdanceconvention@
gmail.com
momentumdanceconvention.com
CONVENTION
Classes: ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, tap
Scholarships Available
Monsters Dance Conventions
Director: Andy Funk
888.566.6787
info@monstersdance.com
monstersdance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational & Competitive: Junior (12 & under), Intermediate (13–16), Advanced (17+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group
2017 Nationals: August, Los Angeles, CA
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: hip hop, motivational, parents’ class, teacher only
Popular Instructors: Tabitha & Napoleon D’umo, Kevin Maher, Luther Brown, Sean Bankhead, Parris Goebel, Laura Edwards
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: ability
N-House productions
Director: Casey Noblett
404.702.9935
nhouseinfo@aol.com
n-houseproductions.com
CONVENTION
Classes: acro, audition, ballet, ballroom, character, conditioning, contemporary, dance team, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, modern, musical theater, partnering, Pilates, pointe, tap
Popular Instructors: Adam Cates, Casey Noblett, Cassidy Noblett, Karla Garcia, Christie Sirota, Robert Gosnell
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
National Dance Showcase
Directors: Sonia James Pennington & Alana Donato
908.874.0040
nds@nationaldanceshowcase.com
nationaldanceshowcase.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Mini (5 & under), Petite (6–8), Junior (9–10), Pre-Teen (11–12), Teen (13–14), Pre-Senior (15–16), Senior (17–19), Pro-Am
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: July 18, Atlantic City, NJ
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
National YoungArts Foundation
305.377.1140
apply@youngarts.org
youngarts.org
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Modern/Contemporary, Ballet, Hip Hop, Tap, Folkloric, Jazz, Classical Indian, World & Flamenco/Salsa (15–18)
Group Size Division: solo
2017 Nationals: Miami, FL
CONVENTION
Classes: acting, African, ballet, ballroom, blues, break dancing, clogging, contemporary, ethnic, flamenco, folkloric, funk, hip hop, Irish step, jazz, modern, musical theater, pointe, tap, variation, vocal, yoga
Popular Instructors: Bill T. Jones, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Debbie Allen, Philip Neal, Desmond Richardson, Michelle Dorrance
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
New York City Dance Alliance
Directors: Joe Lanteri & Leah Brandon
866-NYC-5678
info@nycdance.com
nycdance.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Mini (7–10), Junior (11–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–19), Open (19+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
2017 Nationals: June 29–July 7, New York, NY
Classes Offered
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, hip hop, jazz,
lyrical, modern, musical theater, partnering, tap
Popular Instructors: Joe Lanteri, Suzi Taylor, Joey Dowling, Andy Pellick, Scott Jovovich, Chloe Arnold
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
New York Dance Experience
Director: Robert Mulrey
732.600.5278
nydanceexp@aol.com
dancenyde.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Recreational & Competitive: Junior (9–12), Senior (13–25)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, break dancing, conditioning, contemporary, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, musical theater, technique
Popular Instructors: Rachelle Rak, Joshua Allen, Jermaine Johnson, Caitlin Wheeler, Lydia Haug, Eddie Bennett
Performance Opps
Scholarships Available
Class Division: age
Nexstar National Talent Competition
Director: Kent Helton
937.376.7777
contactus@nexstarcompetition.com
nexstarcompetition.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Beginner, 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
2017 Nationals: June 26–July 2, Sandusky, OH; July 6–10, Gatlinburg, TN; July 13–18, Orlando, FL
Independent Entries
Scholarships Available
Northern Stars Dance Competition
Directors: Leahanne Kvasni & Chelsea Chamberlain
905.901.2370
info@northernstarsdance.com
northernstarsdance.com
COMPETITION
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, 30+)
Group Size Divisions: solo, duo/trio, small group, large group, line, production
Independent Entries
NRG Dance Project Inc.
Director: Rustin Matthew
877-909-4NRG
nrgdanceproject@gmail.com
nrgdanceproject.com
COMPETITION
Age Divisions: Lil Sparks (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
2017 Nationals: July 1–5, Washington, D.C.
Classes Offered
Independent Entries
CONVENTION
Classes: audition, ballet, contemporary, funk, hip hop, jazz, lyrical, motivational, tap, technique
Popular Instructors: Rustin Matthew, Nick Gonzalez, Mallauri Esquibel, Hailee Payne, Emma Bradley, Amanda Pierce
Performance Opps
Sch