Competition Entries

To provide ample opportunity for creativity, we are offering the following Competitions this year. Details below include descriptions, ages and time limits. All Competition entries must have a minimum of 4 participants and all participants must be available both days to perform. Detailed rules are listed below and on our Web page.

Competition General Rules:

  • These rules are in addition to the rules in the General Entries except some that are changed/superseded below
  • Competitions in each category will be held if the minimum number of entries received.
  • All performances in competitions should have to have a minimum of four participants.
  • The age group will be based on the oldest participant in the category for that competition.
  • Please pay close attention to the time duration, age restrictions and any other requirements as described.
  • All participants must be available to perform on both days as competitions can be scheduled on either day
  • No singing performances unless accompanied by dances or used in dance drama competition.
  • The cultural committee decision will be final in accepting the entries.
  • The Judges decisions are final for all competitions.
  • The college teams are welcome and will be rewarded with special prize
    1. White Out

    2. Ages: 5-8 years; Duration: max 6 minutes, Minimum of 4 participants max

      • We look forward to seeing a total magical and 'White out' entertainment on the stage. The dances can be of any genre.
      • The songs should be age appropriate and include some form of 'white' or 'silver' color theme in them. For example snow, ice, moon, moonlight and so on. It can be in any language. The props should be creative and original. It can show but not limited to the winter wonderland, snowy mountain peaks, icy castles, snowflakes or moonlit jungles and animals.
      • Costumes have to be white and/or silver.
      • Backdrops and stage should have a wow factor. The item should be entertaining and enjoyable.

    3. Glam, Glow and Glitter

    4. Ages: 9-13 years, Duration: max 8 minutes, Minimum of 4 participants

      • Indian cinema is full of glam, glow and glitters. Bring your creativity on the stage with mind blowing choreography with joyous dances on the songs of your favorite music director that shows glamor of the Indian cinema.
      • Please choose only one music director of an Indian cinema and let us know on the entry form.
      • We are anticipating age-appropriate choice of songs, perfect dance moves, bedazzling backdrops, shiny props, creative choreography with costumes that are mostly glittery, glowing and glamorous yet classy.
      • Please do not use loose confetti or glitter on the stage. Usage of neon lights, glow sticks, and neon jewelry is acceptable.
      • The audience should be fully entertained.

    5. Colors of 'Kapoors'

    6. Ages: 14 and up, Duration: max 8 minutes, Minimum of 4 participants

      • There are many Kapoors in Indian Cinema.
      • Some are more famous than others. There are Shahid, Janhvi, Arjun, Shraddha, Anil, Kareena, Rishi, Raj and so on.
      • Please pick one or several of your favorite Kapoors and use only their songs to show their best dance moves (or yours) using creative and unique choreography.
      • Please use lovely bright colorful costumes, backdrops and appropriate props. The performance should be joyous, entertaining and have a wow factor.

    7. Palette of colors

    8. (Two groups, Group A: Ages 9-13 years Group B: Ages 14 years and up)Duration: max 8 minutes, Minimum of 4 participants

      • We look forward to seeing the colorful and classy folk dances of India. Items can be on one or more folk dances from the same or different regions.
      • Authentic regional songs or songs from Indian cinema are allowed.
      • Bring on your best creative choreography using folk songs, dance steps, props and backdrops. The performance should be energetic, vibrant and entertaining.

    9. Spectrum of Celebration

    10. Ages: 6 and up, Duration: max 12 minutes, Minimum of 4 participants

      • This is a dance drama competition. Mixed ages participants are allowed.
      • Show any number of milestone celebrations on either personal, family or nation (India) level and/or celebration of cultural heritage showing family legacy.
      • This can include special birthdays, anniversaries, achievements, accolades, festivities at home, village or country.
      • We look forward to seeing the talent of storytelling using vibrant costumes, unique props, dances and dramatic expressions.
      • Any dance genre, songs and dialogues of different language or mixer of events are allowed.
      • Indian cinema scenes and dances are also allowed.
      • The audience should understand the story or message being conveyed. It should capture the attention of the audience.

    All competition entries will allow for appropriate setup time in addition to entry times given above.

    Please send your questions, concerns and ideas to 2023foicultural@gmail.com. We will reply within 48 hours. We are looking forward to another year of scintillating costumes and spectacular performances.