2012 Syllabus - Longwell Green Eisteddfod

DANCE SECTION
DANCE REGULATIONS
These should be read in conjunction with the General Rules on page 2.
1. Time limits must be observed (found in syllabus). Checks may be made.
2. We reserve the right to commence classes 30 minutes earlier than the published time. It is
advised that you arrive at least an hour before your class is due to start, and be ready should
classes run early.
3. Tapes should be rewound and ready to play. CDs should have the music to be used on first
track only. They should be placed in the tray at the back of the hall, near the desk. Please name
the tape or CD and place it in the correct order into the correct numbered box for the class you
are entered in. As each class finishes, collect your tape or CD from the entrance hall where
you will also find Report sheets and any certificates gained as soon as they are ready.
4. No voice accompaniment on Song and Dance music.
5. No ‘tap sounds’ effect on tap tapes.
6. Only 13 years and over permitted on pointes.
7. No props are permitted in Classical Ballet classes.
8. To take part in this Festival, competitors must not be attending full-time dance education.
9. MEDALS. Second place medals will be awarded in classes with six or more competitors. Third
place medals will be awarded in classes with 10 or more competitors.
10. All music, characterisation and dances should be age appropriate and will be marked accordingly.
STAGE DIMENSIONS
The available space for dancing is 5 metres by 5 metres.
Time Limits
10 years and under 1½ mins. is allowed except in classes D4 and D10 where it is 2 mins.
11 years and over 2 mins. is allowed except in classes D4 and D10 where it is 2½ mins.
Duets/Trios 3 mins.
Groups 5 mins.
Fees
10 years and under Solo fee £4.00 Duet fee £5.00 Trios £6.60
11 years and over
Groups £10.00
Solo fee £4.50 Duet fee £5.50 Trios £6.60
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