Table of Contents
I. 12th Annual Caribbean Junior Folklore Dance
Festival
II. Aims and Objectives
III. Competition Classes
IV. Registration Fees & Registration Process
V. Competition Rules & Regulations
VI. Music Submission
VII. Prizes
VIII. Important Dates to Remember & Ticket Prices
IX. Dance Caribe Performing Company Biography
12th Annual Caribbean Junior Folklore Dance Festival
Dance Caribe Performing Company (DCPC) has organized the 12th Annual Caribbean Junior Folklore Dance Festival (CJFDF) to continually give an opportunity to children and youths as upcoming dancers of this unique art form a place to showcase their talents. In keeping with DCPC’s mission statement of “Preserving through dance, the cultural diversity of the Caribbean’’ DCPC is proud to showcase the young talent within the Caribbean and the Canadian dance community. The main purpose of this dance festival is to promote folklore dance from the Caribbean and any other dances.
DCPC’s Artist Director, Martin Scott-Pascall, has worked within the Toronto and Montreal’s artistic community for over two decades exploring and sharing his talents with clients, peers, and students alike. It is due to this interaction within, and outside of the Caribbean community, that DCPC offers this venture for the benefit of the youth of the Caribbean community. It is the hope that this annual event will provide yet another positive outlet for the talents that spring naturally from the Caribbean community. It will also allow a non-Caribbean audience to experience dance, which is indigenous to the Caribbean yet, global in its flavor and history.
This year’s festival will be held on Saturday, May 28th, 2011
Location: Senator O'Connor College School
60 Rowena Drive, North York, ON M3A 3R2
Time: 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
12 & Under Category - 13 to 15 & Under 21 Category
Aims & Objectives
1. To give and encourage teenagers and young dancers the
opportunity to explore their performing talents,
2. To showcase and highlight potential talents within the
community,
3. To encourage teenagers and young dancers to direct their
energy in a positive and meaningful way,
4. To foster an understanding and cooperation among different
performing groups,
5. To provide a medium for choreographers, producers,
costume designers and dancers to continue working for
excellence, and
6. To bring together all young Caribbean & Canadian dance
groups to work under one umbrella and bring together our
diverse cultures in peace and unity.
Competition Categories
12 & Under, 13 to 15 & Under 21
Female Soloist - Male Soloist - Duet/Trio Category
Group Own Choice – Spiritual/Gospel
Group Own Choice – Folk/African/Indian etc…
Group Own Choice – Modern/Jazz/Contemporary/Ballet etc…
Group Own Choice – Reggae/Hip Hop
Group Own Choice – Calypso/Soca
Primary/Tiny Tots 8 & Under
Group Own Choice – Spiritual/Folk/African/Jazz/Ballet etc…
Registration Fees
Category:
Soloist: $25.00 per entry
Duet: $50.00 per entry
Trio: $75.00 per entry
Group Fee per Category:
Primary/Tiny Tots 8 & Under: $100.00 flat fee
12 & Under: $150.00 flat fee (1 - 5 dances)
13 to 15 & Under 21: $175.00 flat fee (1 - 5 dances)
Registration Process
Registration forms have been either enclosed or are available from Dance Caribe Performing Company.
For group registration, a list of all performers (first & last name) for each age group category, including the number of performers and the names of the chaperones must be submitted for program, adjudicator, award, and change room purposes.
The Regtstration Deadline is Friday, May 20th, 2011
No entries will be accepted after Monday, May 23rd, 2011 unless approved by the Festival Director.
Competition Rules & Regulations
1. The competition is open to all Canadian and Caribbean
performers (Individuals, schools, studios and/or groups).
2. All individual dancers or groups must qualify to one of the
following age classifications:
a) 8 & Under Primary/Tiny Toys
b) 12 & Under Group size: 5 or more dancers
c) 13 to 15 Group size: 5 or more dancers
d) Under 21 Group size: 5 or more dancers
3. Performances will be awarded points as follows:
Choreography 25 points
Originality 25 points
Presentation 20 points
Technique/Execution 15 points
Costuming 15 points
4. Points will be deducted for any dance that goes over the
allotted time limit. A late arrival on stage will also result in a
penalization of 5 points.
Time Limits
Category Soloist Duet/Trio Group
12 & Under 2 to 2.5 mins. 2 to 2.5 mins. 2.5 to 3.5 mins.
13 to 15 2.5 to 3 mins. 2.5 to 3 mins. 2.5 to 4 mins.
Under 21 2.5 to 3 mins. 2.5 to 3 mins. 2.5 to 4 mins.
5. If recorded music is to be used, a copy of the music must be
submitted on CD by Friday, May 20th, 2011. If live
accompaniment is to be used, no more than 3 musicians are
allowed.
6. Dancers are only allowed to perform for one group or it will result
in disqualification.
7. As this is a children’s dance festival all choreography must be
appropriate to uphold integrity of the festival.
8. All competitors must arrive at the venue 90 minutes before
competition and report to the Backstage Coordinator upon
arrival.
9. The festival organizers must approve any and all stage props.
10. All individuals, schools, studios and groups must send a
biography with the completed application form. Participants
in the 13 to 15 and under 21 categories must submit a wallet size
photo for Competition ID cards.
11. The festival organizers and or/agents are not responsible for any
lost or stolen goods.
12. Refreshments and food are allowed in your assigned dressing
room however it is the responsibility of each group to clean up
after themselves. Refreshments and food are not allowed in the
backstage waiting area.
13. Each performing group is allowed 2 chaperones per category
whilst schools are allowed 4 chaperones. These are the only
adults allowed backstage. Chaperones must wear identification
bracelets at all times.
14. No parents are allowed backstage during the festival.
15. The festival organizers have all rights to use any photos, videos,
and any materials for advertisement relating to this competition.
16. The adjudicators (judges) will award certificates of Excellence,
Merit or Achievement to all category entrants.
17. All groups and schools must be available for the awards
presentation show.
18. The adjudicators’ decisions are final.
Music Submission
All music must be submitted on CD. All groups and individual performers are encouraged to have an emergency copy of music on hand the day of competition. Each dance entry must be submitted on an individual CD.
CDs must be labeled with the following information: name/group, age group, category, title (name of dance).
Solo Sample:
Name/Group: Jane Doe/Ontario Dance Troupe
Age Group: 13 to 15
Category: Female Soloist
Title: Ave Maria
Duet/Trio Sample:
Name/Group: Mary Jane & John Doe/Ontario Dance Troupe
Age Group: Under 21
Category: Duet
Title: Chicago
Group Sample:
Group: Canada Youth Dance Studio
Age Group: 12 & Under
Category: Modern/Jazz/Contemporary
Title: West Side Story
Music must be submitted to the festival organizers by Friday, May 20th, 2011 in order to be turned over to the sound technician. No music will be accepted on the day of the competition, only if a back up copy is required.
Prizes
An Awards/Variety Show will be held at a later date to be advised, where prizes and trophies will be presented to all recipients.
All participants must be available for awards presentation show.
GROUP CHALLENGE TROPHIES*
• Most Outstanding Group – Under 21
• Most Outstanding Group – 13 to 15
• Most Outstanding Group – 12 & Under
• Most Outstanding Group – Primary/Tiny Tots 8 & Under
• Most Outstanding Performing School
CHALLENGE TROPHIES*
• Most Outstanding Individuals
• Most Outstanding Female Performers
• Most Outstanding Male Performers
• Most Outstanding Performance Dance
• Most Original Dance
• Most Creative Dance Group
• Most Outstanding Duet
• Most Outstanding Costumes Group
• Most Outstanding Group Effort
• Most Outstanding Group Captivating the Spirit of the Festival
• Most Entertaining Group
• Most Promising Groups
• Most Promising Male Performer
• Most Promising Female Performer
• And Many More…………………
* Recipients of the Challenge Trophies are required to sign a release form in the event of damage or misplacement.
Prizes continue...
PLAQUES – All Classes
• Best Female Soloist
• Best Male Soloist
• Best Duet/Trio Performance
• Best Group with Tiny Tots
• Best Group Choice – Spiritual/Gospel
• Best Group Choice – Folk/African/Indian etc.
• Best Group Choice – Modern/Jazz/Contemporary/Ballet etc.
• Best Group Choice – Reggae/Hip Hop
• Best Group Choice – Calypso/Soca
All competitors will receive certificates of EXCELLENCE, MERIT and/or ACHIEVEMENT. There are also awards for special/honorable mention for groups & individuals.
Important Dates to Remember
Friday, May 20th, 2011 Registration deadline
Friday, May 20th, 2011 Music submission deadline
Saturday, May 28th, 2011 Dance Festival
To Be Announced Awards/Variety Show
Ticket Prices
ADMISSION:
Adult – $15 - Children (12 & under) $10
TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Dance Caribe Performing Company
Dance Caribe Performing Company (DCPC) was founded in 1989 under the direction of Martin Scott-Pascall. As a not-for-profit organization, the group from its beginnings has chosen as its roots Caribbean Dance as its main artistic expression. Now celebrating 22 years, DCPC’s repertoire of dances embraces the cultural diversity that is unique to the Caribbean. These dances are presented in their traditional form as well as in contemporary and modern dance styles preserving the energy and rhapsody of Caribbean cultural aesthetics.
DCPC has a very strong performing history within the Caribbean-Canadian community and over the years has maintained a very active participation in multi-cultural and international festivities throughout Metro Toronto, South Western Ontario, Quebec and the USA.
DCPC’s “Ah Taste of Best Village” (1991), “Rhythmix” (1994), “Veni Zante” (1996), “Danse Baghai” (1998), “Ambakaila” (2000), “Remorse in de Gayal” (2002), “From De Soil” (2004) “Koombana Suite” (2005), “Danse du Sol” (2006), "SAYAMANDA" (2009) and the 2001 Canada Chin International Folklore Dance Winners together with numerous awards received at multi-cultural and international festivals, represent high points of the group’s achievements over its first decade of existence. DCPC is the host of the Annual Caribbean Junior Folklore Dance Festival in Toronto.
