COMPETITION RULES



International Talent Competition (also known as I.T.C) is a competition directory and hosts event and workshops.

I.T.C offers a wide range of competitions locally, online (virtual) and internationally.

Rules & guidelines stated below apply to any/all of ITC hosted competitions or events.



1. Competition Registration



1.1 Entries must be paid in full before the competition closing date by using the facilitated online payment gateway. Entries will not be confirmed without full payment.

1.2 Changes to registration can not be made once payment has been confirmed.

1.3 Credit Cards are accepted and may incur a surcharge plus any additional taxes.

1.4 Registration fees are charged in AU dollars.

1.5 Entries failing to supply music via the provided uploading system upon registration before the closing date listed, will not be accepted.

1.6 ITC reserves the right to add or change the days of adjudication due to unforeseen circumstances.

1.7 ITC reserves the right to cancel any competition it is hosting for any reason. In the event a cancellation occurs, all entry fees will be credited back to use for the next upcoming event.



2. Cancellation





2.1 Once an entry has been finalised ie: payment, a spot for the competition has been reserved. No cancellations are permitted.

2.2 ITC may postpone a competition due to circumstances beyond our control.

2.3 Entries that have been postponed will rollover to the next available date. Should a date not be found suitable, entries may be transferred to any ITC competitions or events.

2.4 Credits rolled over will be valid until the end of the competition season or calendar year.



3. Refunds





3.1 No refunds are permitted for any reason. All payments are final. There will be no exceptions.

3.2 Transferring credits or registrations are only permitted to KIN. (ie - Sister or brother)
3.3 Credits are provided in the form of entries, a credit is not provided in monetary form
3.4 A full refund is only permitted if ITC cancels an event (postponed is not a cancellation) The refund will be in the form of a deposit to a bank account. This excludes any transaction and/or credit card fees or taxes paid by the customer.



4. Online Registration





4.1 Entries can only be registered via the competitions official website.
4.2 Entries will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis and will be limited to the amount of entries available. Strictly NO phone, faxed or emailed entries will be accepted.
​4.3 Entries must include the correct names and ages of all contestants. Ensure the correct level and information is provided when registering as no changes can be made once your registration is completed.



5. Media Release





5.1 All past/present registered entries give full permission for any/all of ITC competitions or events to use your name, all media footage and results in any aspect in relation to the competition event or on any social media platform.
​5.2 All past/present registered entries understand that any/all competitions/events may be filmed and photographed. ITC has full permission to use these recordings in all media including print, broadcast, radio, and social media, at any stage during or after the competition has concluded



6. Confidentiality





6.1 All past/present registered entries understand and agree to maintain this confidentiality agreement for anything in relation to the company of ITC competitions or events and its competition events.
​6.2 All past/present registered entries/parental/guardians agree to keep all aspects of the competition confidential, including conversations in person or online, any contracts or documents, music materials, or intellectual property.



7. Safety & Public Liability



7.1 ITC competitions or events are not responsible/liable for any kind of injury, damage or loss sustained by competitors or spectators or their property while attending any area of the venue premises.
7.2 Participating in any/all ITC competitions or events, competitors/parental/guardians agree that they are in good health and physical condition.
7.3 Competitors understand that there are risks involved in any physical activity and participation in this competition indicates their acceptance. Therefore, upon registration to any ITC competitions or events, it is agreed that participants will not hold ITC competitions or events, it’s directors or employees responsible for injuries that occur or illnesses that may be contracted during the competition event.
7.4 Studio Owner/Directors agree to adhere to the Release of Liability Clause, which is completed during the registration process.
​7.5 ITC competitions or events are held at a public event, ITC competitions or events encourage all attendees to; supervise children at all times, be responsible for all personal belongings, be aware of surroundings and inform an ITC competition or events employee of unsuitable or suspicious activity.



8. Photography & Videography



8.1 All photography and videography is STRICTLY PROHIBITED during all performances as well as in dressing rooms.
8.2 Points will be deducted to the act being recorded and all photos and videos will be confiscated.
​8.3 It is the responsibility of the Studio Owners/Directors to inform students, parents & audience of all media recording rules.



9. Music & Video Uploads





9.1 Any music which contains profanity or racial slurs will result in a 5-POINT deduction or disqualification.
9.2 Competitors are required to provide their own music when registering. Uploading music can only be performed through our registration system only. No email music uploads will be accepted.
9.3 Music must be uploaded no later than two weeks prior to the competition.
9.4 Music that has been uploaded can only be adjusted before the entry closes. This can be done via the portal.
9.5 Make sure the music that has been uploaded is the correct and final version that you wish your competitor to perform to.
​9.6 Music will not be accepted on the day.
9.7 Competitors MUST bring back-up music (strictly USB accepted ONLY) in the event of a malfunction of the original music submitted. When required, this will be available for collection at the merchandise table after each award ceremony. Any devices unclaimed will be discarded at the end of the competition.



10. Judging & Awards



10.1 Competitors will be judged by a selection of judges and all entrants agree that all decisions of those judges are final.
10.2 All entrants agree that the time, manner and method of judging the competition will be solely within the discretion of the directors and producers of ITC competitions or events.
10.3 All Crit shores/sheet and Judges commentary for group entries will be available to Studio Directors via email only.
10.4 Crit shores/sheets and Judges commentary for all solos and Duos, Trios and Quads will be available after the competition via email only.
10.5 Each performance registered will be evaluated on specific judging elements. For further information on scoring, please visit the individual competitions website.
10.6 For all general sections competitors are judged against a point system.
10.7 Each competitor will be awarded a prize based on points. GOLD (100-90 points), SILVER (89-75 points) or BRONZE (74-40 points). Each competition has their own scoring categories.
10.8 Competitors who have entered for a title will be ranked by the highest score in each age division. Please visit the specific competition for a list of major titles available.
10.9 Each entry will receive a score out of 100.
10.10 Each entry is competing against an adjudicated point system.
​10.11 Title competitors will be competing against each competitor in their age division.



11. Time Limit





11.1 Solos, Duo, Trios, Quads are limited to 3:00 minutes.
11.2 Small Groups, Large Groups are limited to 4:00 minutes.



12. Age Divisions





12.1 Age of competitors will be taken from 1st of January
12.2 The average age will determine the age group for all group entries. The total years of the number of participants collectively divides the group and the final number is rounded down to find the average age.
12.3 Contestants will be responsible for proof of age to the competition directors should a question arise. Please contact our office if you need further clarification on our levels and guidelines. Any infractions of the rules & regulations will result in disqualification.



13. Auditorium Admission



13.1 Registration fees cover the cost of admission for all family and friends at all ITC competitions or events.
13.2 Doors will open approximately 15 minutes prior to the first performance and the general public is welcome to view the competition.
13.3 If the stage is littered during a performance, it is the competitors responsibility to clean it up immediately following the performance.
13.4 Performers may not enter or exit the stage from anywhere other than the wings. Jumping off the front of the stage is not permitted. Starting the performance from the audience or ending in the audience is also not permitted.
13.5 Approaching the panel of judges is strictly not allowed.
13.6 No gifts can be presented to the judges in conjunction with a performance.
13.7 Special stage or house lighting will not be provided for any performance.
13.8 At no time are teachers, parents or competitors allowed to practice, rehearse or meet on stage.
13.9 Dressing rooms are limited at each venue. A cleaning fee of $300 minimum will be assessed to any studio that leaves the dressing area in an untidy condition.
13.10 No food, drinks or smoking is allowed in the competition area or inside the auditorium.
13.11 Failure to comply with any/all of the points outlined in section 13 can result in immediate disqualification and loss of privileges to participate in future ITC competitions or events.
13.12 ITC competitions or events staff have the right to deny any person/persons entry to the auditorium if he/she does not comply with any of the housekeeping rules.



14. General ITC Competitions/Event Rules



14. 1 All participating teachers, studios, dancers, singers and independent entries are expected to display good sportsmanship. Failure to comply could result in immediate disqualification and loss of privileges to participate in future ITC competitions or events.
14.2 All performances must be age appropriate and family friendly. It is at the sole discretion of either the competition directors or our adjudicators that if a performance is too suggestive in either costuming, choreography or song selection that the entry may be ceased and/or points will be deducted. If such deduction takes place the affected entry will not be eligible for any special awards. We take great pride in creating a safe and age appropriate environment where competitors can excel in the art of performing without being exploited.
14.3 Competitors are expected to perform in the order published, unless the competition director’s grant special permission or it has been pre-approved by our office prior to the competition and the office has put it in writing. Unauthorised delays of the performance schedule will result in a 10 points deduction per judge and/or disqualification.
14.4 Competitors who have not completed a routine for reasons that are not technical, he/she can re perform the routine for strictly Crit only this includes title entries. The performer will not qualify to receive a title and/or major prize award.
14.5 Contestants in the first 10 acts competing should arrive in full costume including hair and make-up and be ready to perform. All other competitors must be ready to perform one hour prior to their scheduled performance time. If the competition is running ahead of schedule, competitors are expected to perform in order of the program and/or when called backstage.



15. Prop and Prop Set Up



15.1 Props are acceptable if they can be quickly set up and removed at the end of the performance.
15.2 There are STRICT time limits to set up props and the removal of props. Please see below for time limits; Solo/Duo/Trio/Quad – 30 seconds in total All Groups – 60 seconds in total
15.3 If prop set-up/removal exceeds these time limits, performances may be subject to a point deduction.
15.4 Props must not alter the surface of the floor. A point deduction may result if the stage is not returned to its original pre- performance condition.
15.5 When sliding or moving props, do not damage the dance floor. If the floor is damaged beyond repair, the studio owner/director will be responsible for its replacement.
15.6 All props are restricted to a maximum height of 4 metres for safety purposes.
15.7 Power outlets may not be available for props that require electricity. battery operated props are only accepted.
15.8 If the weight of a props exceeds the maximum weight limit for a stage, or if the weight of the prop is deemed a safety hazard by the Competition Director, the competitors will not be allowed to use the prop.
15.9 Props must be loaded in and out of the venue on the same day they are used. Storing props in the wings or backstage is not allowed.
15.10 ITC will not be responsible for props left overnight or unattended.
15.11 Any special requests for the assembling of props must be discussed with the Competition Director upon arrival to the venue.
​15.12 All props MUST be labeled with the studio name for identification purposes.



16. Prohibited/Unacceptable Props



16.1 Fire (including candles, matches, lighters), fireworks (including sparklers), explosives, swords, knives, weapons and use of animals are strictly prohibited.
16.2 Toy weapons are acceptable. However, toys may not fire projectile objects or have blunt points or sharp edges.
16.3 Hoverboards and motor vehicles are not allowed. 16.4 All props should be non-toxic substances. No form of liquid, gel, powder, glass objects, aerosol cans of any type (including hairspray or spray paint) or similar substances may be used that will physically alter the backdrop, wings or surface of the floor.
16.5 Prohibited items include: water (on body, costume, or prop), wet paint (on body, costume, or prop), fake blood, fake snow, silly string, haze or fog machines, strobe lights, bubbles, bubble machines, confetti, streamer or confetti cannons, loose feathers, candy, chalk, crushed cork, flour, corn starch, loose glitter (on body, costume or prop), sand, sawdust, dry ice or any other similar substances. Any act that uses a substance that is not permitted and creates a safety hazard for performers or on the floor may be penalised and/or disqualified.
16.6 Hanging backdrops and special lighting may not be used.
16.7 Helium balloons are only allowed if they are weighted and if permitted by the contracted venue.
16.8 Rosin must be self-contained and cannot be applied directly on the floor. If your performance requests the use of rosin, please let the stage director of the competition upon arriving to allocate a safe space.



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