Competition & Convention Profiles
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Compiled by Jana Prager
Competitions
American Dance Championships
804.304.9010
AmericanDanceChampionships.com
Age Divisions: Three Levels – Four Age Divisions
Top 5 Tour Cities: Cincinnati, OH: Mar 4-5, 2023; Louisburg (Raleigh), NC: Mar 10-12, 2023; Columbus, GA: Apr 14-16, 2023; Knoxville, TN: Apr 21-23, 2023; Columbia, SC: May 5-7, 2023
Boogie Fever USA
877.647.7326
Age Divisions: TINY, MINI, PETITE, JUNIOR, TEEN, & SENIOR
Top 5 Tour Cities: Rock Hill, SC: Mar 31-2, 2023; Pigeon Forge, TN: Apr 21-23, 2023; Rockingham, NC: Mar 3-5, 2023; Duluth, GA: Mar 24-26, 2023; Roanoke, VA: Mar 17-19, 2023
2023 Nationals: Rock Hill, SC: Jun 14-18, 2023
Breakout Dance Competition
609.873.8620
Age Divisions: Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior
Top 5 Tour Cities: Somerset, NJ, NJ; Long Island, NY, NY; Akron, OH; Detroit, MI; Springfield, MA
2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ
Encore DCS
803.785.1214
Age Divisions: Recreational, Competitive, Elite
Top 5 Tour Cities: Rocky Mount, NC: Feb 17-19, 2023; Greenville, SC: Mar 10-12, 2023; Lancaster, PA: Mar 24-26, 2023; Daytona, FL: Apr 28-30, 2023; Asheville, NC: May 5-7, 2023
2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jul 17-22, 2023
Fusion National Dance Competition
912.230.9687
Age Divisions: 3 Divisions: Recreational / Intermediate / Elite
Top 5 Tour Cities: Miami, FL; Columbus, GA; Spartanburg, SC; Norfolk, VA; West Palm Beach, FL
2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL
Headliners Dance Championships
973.927.8007
Age Divisions: Novice, Intermediate, Competitive
Top 5 Tour Cities: Westchester, NY: Jan 27-29, 2023; Morristown, NJ: Feb 3-5, 2023; Worcester, MA: Feb 3-5, 2023; St Louis, MO: Feb 10-12, 2023; Johnstown, PA: Feb 17-19, 2023
2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ
Hype Dance Competition
954.873.2317
Age Divisions: Groundbreaking, Cutting Edge, Legendary
Top 5 Tour Cities: Coral Springs, FL: Apr 28-30, 2023; Spartanburg, SC: Feb 24-26, 2023; Miami, FL: Mar 3-5, 2023; Zanesville, OH: Feb 17-19, 2023; New Castle, PA: Mar 10-12, 2023
2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 26-2, 2023
Ignite Dance Competition
843.471.0403
Age Divisions: Recreational, Competitive, Elite
Top 5 Tour Cities: Richmond, VA: Feb 17-19, 2023; Taylorsville, NC: March 17-19, 2023; Asheville, NC: March 31-April 2, 2023; Columbia, SC: Apr 21-23, 2023; Jacksonville, FL: May 5-7, 2023
2023 Nationals: June 21-25, 2023 in Asheville, NC
Imagine National Dance Challenge
315.572.1189
Age Divisions: Advanced, Intermediate, Novice
Top 5 Tour Cities: Long Island, NY: Mar 31-2, 2023; Baltimore, MD: Apr 28-30, 2023; Providence, RI: Mar 3-5, 2023; Fort Lauderdale, FL: Mar 23-26, 2023; Buffalo, NY: Mar 30-2, 2023
2023 Nationals: Nashville, TN: Jun 12-16, 2023
Inspire NDC
912.506.3967
Age Divisions: Recreational, Competition, and Competition Elite
Top 5 Tour Cities: Rocky Mount, NC; Columbia, SC; Charlotte, NC; Columbus, GA; Statesboro, GA
2023 Nationals: Savannah, GA
Leap! National Dance Competition
800.790.LEAP (5327)
Age Divisions: Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior, and Adult
Top 5 Tour Cities: Sacramento (Rancho Cordova), CA: Feb 10-12, 2023; Boston (Lowell), MA: Mar 10-12, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: Apr 14-16, 2023; Ft. Lauderdale (Miramar), FL: Apr 28-30, 2023; Chicago (Batavia), IL: May 19-21, 2023
2023 Nationals: Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship Invited Event, FL: Jul 28-1, 2023
Miami International Ballet Competition
305.948.4777
Age Divisions: 1,2,3,4
2023 Nationals: Miami, FL: Jan 18-22, 2023
Movin Dance Competition
516.749.8975
Age Divisions: NOVICE, INTERMEDIATE, COMPETITIVE
Top 5 Tour Cities: Austin, TX; CT; Cedar Rapids, IA; Greensburg, PA: Apr 14-16, 2023; Wayne, NJ: Apr 21-23, 2023
2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 30-5, 2023
Onstage New York
877.NYC.5678
Age Divisions: Prep (ages 6 & under) Mini (ages 7-8, 9-10), Junior (ages 11, 12), Teen (ages 13, 14, 15), Senior (ages 16, 17, 18) Adult (ages19-22, 23-29, 30+)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Savannah, GA: Mar 3-5, 2023; Durham, NC: Mar 17-19, 2023; Providence, RI: Apr 21-23, 2023; Portland, OR: Apr 28-30, 2023; Niagara Falls, NY: May 12-14, 2023
Rising Star Talent Productions
614.989.0561
Top 5 Tour Cities: Owensboro, KY: Feb 4-5, 2023; Sandusky, OH: Feb 17-19, 2023; Dalton, GA: Mar 31-2, 2023; Indianapolis, IN: May 5-7, 2023; Columbus, OH: May 12-14, 2023
2023 Nationals: Sevierville, TN: Jul 5-9, 2023
Showstopper
843.357.7469
Age Divisions: Performance, Advanced, & Competitive: Mini (8 & under), Junior (9-11), Teen (12-14), Senior (15-19), Adult (20 & older)
Starbound National Talent Competition
609.693.0563
Age Divisions: Solos, Duet/Trios, Small Groups, Large Groups, Production & Line
Top 5 Tour Cities: NY; FL; NJ; TX; CA
Synergy Performing Arts Competition
972.768.5553
Age Divisions: Age Divisions: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Teacher/Pro/Am: Mini (5 & under), Petite (6–8), Junior (9–12), Teen (13–15), Senior (16–18), Adult (19 & older)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Fort Worth, TX: Feb 3-5, 2023; Baton Rouge, LA: Feb 24-26, 2023; Wichita, KS: Mar 10-12, 2023; Fort Smith, AR: Mar 31-2, 2023; Houston, TX: May 5-7, 2023
2023 Nationals: Dallas, TX: Jun 14-18, 2023
Conventions
24 Seven Dance Convention
818.432.6085
Popular Instructors: Danny Lawn, Jenna & Val, Randi & Hefa, Brooke Pierotti, Francisco Gella, Blake McGrath
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
The Dance Awards
818.432.1234
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
Dance Revolution
817.251.9898
Popular Instructors: Patrick Cook, Misty RasconSmith, Marc Wayne, Ashley Rich, Megan Waldron, David Kiyak
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
DancerPalooza
818.432.8498
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
JUMP Dance Convention
818.432.4395
Popular Instructors: Wade Robson, Savion Glover, Teddy Forance, Mandy Moore, Al Blackstone, Katy Spreadbury
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
NUVO Dance Convention
818.432.3894
Popular Instructors: Ray Leeper, Dana Foglia, Stacey Tookey, Sarah Reich, Denise Wall, Will Loftis
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
RADIX Dance Convention
818.392.3478
Popular Instructors: Brian Friedman, Tessandra Chavez, Tabitha & Napoleon, Talia Favia, Tricia Miranda, Tina Caspary
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
Showstopper Conventions
843.357.7469
goshowstopper.com/dance-convention
Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Competitions & Conventions
Adrenaline Dance Convention
866.695.4144
Competition
Age Divisions: Sparks (5-7) | Mini (8-10) | Junior (11-12) | Teen (13-15) | Senior (16-19)
Top 5 Tour Cities: AUSTIN, TX: Jan 6-8, 2023; ST LOUIS, MO: Feb 3-5, 2023; PROVO, UT: Feb 16-18, 2023; LOS ANGELES, CA: Mar 10-12, 2023; SAN JOSE, CA: Mar 17-19, 2023
2023 Nationals: San Diego, CA: Jun 27-2, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Chris Jacobsen (He/Him), Caroline Lewis-Jones (She/Her), Nick Bass (He/Him), Kiki Nyemchek (He/Him), Karissa Royster (She/Her), Meg Paul (She/Her)
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Alpha Dance Convention
631.346.0905
Competition
Age Divisions: Beta Babies, Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior
Top 5 Tour Cities: Columbia, SC: Dec 2-4, 2022; Troy, MI: Jan 13-15, 2023; Orlando, FL: Jan 27-29, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: Feb 10-12, 2023; Morristown, NJ: Mar 24-26, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Jay Jay Dixonbey, Kinjaz, Dee Tomasetta, Chase Hudson, Stephanie Rutherford, Holly Ryder
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Artistic Dance Exchange
516.749.8975
Competition
Age Divisions: GOLD (Beg-Interm) – PLATINUM (Interm-Adv)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Houston, TX: Jan 13-15, 2023; St Lous, MO: Jan 20-22, 2023; Greenville, SC: Feb 24-26, 2023; Los Angeles, CA: Apr 14-16, 2023; Franklin, TN: Apr 28-30, 2023
2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 30-5, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: ALEX WONG, IAN EASTWOOD, MATT CADY, GIANNA MARTELLO, JILL MARIE, GEO HUBELA
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
Beyond The Stars
609.259.8760
Competition
Age Divisions: Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior
Top 5 Tour Cities: Somerset, NJ; Long Island, NY; Akron, OH; Detroit, MI; Springfield, MA
2023 Nationals: Poconos, PA
Convention
Popular Instructors: Ricky Hinds, Rachel Reese, Elijah Morton, Michael Crawford, Philip Solomon, Thomas Varvaro
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
CNADM: Chicago National Association of Dance Masters
815.397.6282
Competition
Age Divisions: Mini (ages 7-9), Junior ( ages 10-12), Intermediate (ages 13-14), Senior (ages 15+)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Schaumburg, IL: Jul 30-30, 2022
Convention
Popular Instructors: Hanna Brictson, Felecia Hubbard, Shelby Kaufman, Kelsey Nelson, Pablo Sanchez, Chris Wendorff
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Dance Champs Elite, The Royalty Dance Tour
917.578.0500
Competition
Age Divisions: 3 Levels: Royalty (Novice) | Majesty (Intermediate) | Supremacy (Advanced) | Mini 6 & Under | Petite 7 ~ 9 | Junior 10 ~ 12 | Teen 13 ~ 15 | Senior 16 ~ 19 | Adult 20 & Up
Top 5 Tour Cities: Wilmington, DE: Feb 11-12, 2023; Long Island, NY: Feb 25-26, 2023; East Rutherford, NJ: Mar 11-12, 2023; Albany, NY: Apr 1-2, 2023; Long Island, NY: May 13-14, 2023
2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ: Jul 17-20, 2023
Convention
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
The Dance Effect
316.794.8000
Competition
Age Divisions: Levels: Beginner, Intermediate, Competitive, Adaptive; Age: Mini (5 and under), Petite (6-8), Junior (9-12), Teen (13-15), Senior ( 16-19), Adult (20+)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Wichita, KS; DFW, TX; KC, MO; OKC, OK; Houston, TX
2023 Nationals: DFW, TX
Convention
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
DANCE MACHINE ANDC
877.647.7326
Age Divisions: TINY, MINI, PETITE, JUNIOR, TEEN, SENIOR, ADULT
Top 5 Tour Cities: Greensboro, NC: Mar 31-2, 2023; Rock Hill, SC: Apr 28-30, 2023; Decatur, AL: Mar 24-26, 2023; Sevierville, TN: Mar 3-5, 2023; Roanoke, VA: Apr 28-30, 2023
2023 Nationals: Rock Hill, SC: Jun 21-25, 2023
Elevation on Tour
281.545.0233
Competition
Age Divisions: Novice, Classic, Select // Tiny (4-6), Mini (7-9), Junior (10-12), Teen (13-15), Senior (16-19), Adult (20+)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Dallas, TX: Oct 21-23, 2022; Lakeland, FL: Feb 10-12, 2023; Houston, TX: Feb 17-19, 2023; Oklahoma City, OK: Mar 10-12, 2023; San Antonio, TX: Apr 21-23, 2023
2023 Nationals: Round Rock, TX: Jun 15-18, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Josh Manculich, Terrill Mitchell, Shelby Nunn, David Lee, Kori Moore, Morgan Stinnett
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Hollywood Connection
323.462.4500
Competition
Age Divisions: AGE: 7-8, 9-10, 11-13, 14+ STYLE: Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Musical Theater, Open SIZE: Solo, Duo/Trio (2-3), Small Group (4-9), Large Group (10-15), Small Production (16-24), Large Production (25+)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Santa Clara, CA: Jan 20-22, 2023; Seattle-Renton, WA: Jan 27-29, 2023; Burbank, CA: Feb 17-19, 2023; Las Vegas, NV: Mar 24-26, 2023; Phoenix-Scottsdale, AZ: Mar 31-2, 2023
2023 Nationals: San Diego, CA: Jul 2-8, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Ben Bigler, Aaron Czuprenski, Ruby Pappen, Brooklyn Jai, Mitchel Federan, Bonnie Story
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
International Adult Ballet Festival
720.593.2073
https://www.internationaladultballetfestival.com/
Competition
Age Divisions: Adults (18 and Up)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Miami, FL: Jun 26-1, 2022
Convention
Popular Instructors: Julie Gill, Mikey Cusumano, Kirsten Kemp, Allie Christensen, Dr. Nina Geromel
Performance opportunities; Class Division: ability
Intrigue Dance Intensive
954.873.2317
Competition
Top 5 Tour Cities: Spartanburg, SC: Jan 13-15, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: Jan 27-29, 2023; Orlando, FL: Feb 10-12, 2023; Provo, UT: Feb 23-25, 2023; Pittsburgh, PA: Apr 21-23, 2023
2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 26-2, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Kenichi Kasamatsu, Ali Pfleger, Katie Hazard, Brodie Rachelle, Julia Harnetiaux, Edward Cuellar
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
KĀOS Dance Experience
818.280.8778
Competition
Age Divisions: Hip-Hop Only Event
Top 5 Tour Cities: Santa Clara, CA: Jan 6-8, 2023; Greenville, SC: Jan 13-15, 2023; Vancouver, WA: Feb 10-12, 2023; New Brunswick, NJ: Feb 17-19, 2023; Vanouver, BC, : Mar 3-5, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Kenny Wormald, Fefe Burgos, Lyle Beniga
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
National Dance Showcase
908.874.0400
Competition
Age Divisions: Recreational, competitive and elite
Top 5 Tour Cities: Voorhees, NJ: Nov 12-13, 2022; Voorhees, NJ: Feb 11-12, 2023; Voorhees, NJ: Mar 10-12, 2023; Voorhees, NJ: Apr 1-3, 2022; Voorhees, NJ: Apr 22-24, 2022
2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ: Jun 26-30, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Bria Walton, Christopher Jackson, Jay Staten, Jessica Attardo
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
New York City Dance Alliance
866.NYC.5678
Competition
Age Divisions: Mini (ages 7-10), Junior (ages 11-12), Teen (ages 13-15), Senior (ages 16-19)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Houston, TX: Nov 11-13, 2022; Orlando, FL: Jan 27-29, 2023; Santa Clara, CA: Mar 3-5, 2023; Greenville, NC: Mar 31-2, 2023; Dallas, TX: Apr 14-16, 2023
2023 Nationals: New York, NY: Jun 30-8, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Joe Lanteri, Suzi Taylor, Joey Dowling, Andy Pellick, Scott Jovovich, Chloe Arnold
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
NRG danceProject
309.219.6726
Competition
Age Divisions: Lil Spark, Mini, Junior, Teen, Senior
Top 5 Tour Cities: Atlanta, GA: Jan 6-8, 2023; Orlando, FL: Jan 20-22, 2023; Chicago, IL: Mar 31-2, 2023; Los Angeles, CA: Apr 21-23, 2023; Layton, UT: May 4-6, 2023
2023 Nationals: Phoenix, AZ: Jul 5-10, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Rustin Matthew, Mallauri Esquibel, Lacey Schwimmer, Ava Flav, Emma Bradley, Lonni Olsen
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Platinum National Dance Competition
404.551.4518
Competition
Age Divisions: Recreational, Intermediate and Elite Age Divisions: Mini 5 yrs. & Under Petite 6-8 yrs. Junior 9-11 yrs. Teen 12-14 yrs. Senior 15-19 yrs.
Convention
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
REVEL Dance Convention
813.563.4249
Competition
Age Divisions: Senior, Teen, Junior, Mini
Top 5 Tour Cities: Omaha, NE: Nov 18-20, 2022; Orlando, FL: Feb 3-5, 2023; New Brunswick, NJ: Feb 24-26, 2023; Detroit, MI: Mar 17-19, 2023; Charlotte, NC: Mar 31-2, 2023
2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 27-2, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Joshua Bergasse, Duncan Cooper, Madi Hicks, Derek Mitchell, Aaron Parkhurst, Jordan Clark
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division:
Revive Dance Convention
866.695.4144
Competition
Age Divisions: Sparks (5-7) | Mini (8-10) | Junior (11-12) | Teen (13-15) | Senior (16-19)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Provo, UT: Mar 2-4, 2023; Chicago, IL: Apr 21-23, 2023; Concord, NC: Jan 20-22, 2023; Seattle, WA: Feb 3-5, 2023; Kansas City, MO: Feb 17-19, 2023
2023 Nationals: San Diego, CA: Jun 27-2, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Jeremy Arnold (He/Him), Matt Aylward (He/Him), Jenn Freeman (She/Her), Merissa Gassel (She/Her), Peter Chu (He/Him), Casey Quinn (She/Her)
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Shake The Ground
305.582.7844
Competition
Age Divisions: Petite, Primary, Junior, Senior, Pre Professional
Top 5 Tour Cities: West Palm Beach, FL: Jan 13-15, 2023; Ft. Myers, FL: Jan 27-29, 2023; Orlando, FL: Mar 3-5, 2023; Ft Lauderdale, FL: Mar 24-26, 2023; Tampa, FL: Apr 14-16, 2023
2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jun 21-25, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Kiki Lucas, Kelly King, Jona Biddle, Eric Tolson, Kaylee "Impavido" Millis
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Symposium Talent
Competition
Age Divisions: Mini (8 & Under), Junior (9-12), Teen (13-15), Senior (16-18), Adult (19+) FEARLESS (special needs), CLASSIC (beginner), SELECT (intermediate), and ELITE (advanced) levels
Top 5 Tour Cities: Des Moines, IA: Feb 3-5, 2023; Stevens Point, WI: Feb 24-26, 2023; Cedar Rapids, IA: Mar 3-5, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: Mar 31-2, 2023; Kansas City, MO: Apr 14-16, 2023
2023 Nationals: Minneapolis, MN: Jun 22-25, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Maggie Fox @pinkfxy, Jadell Lee @jadelllee, Tyrone Cobham @tyronecobham, Hannah Block @hannyblock, Darren Wong @darrenrwong, Scarlet Ryals @scarletryals
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
Talent on Parade
316.522.4836
Competition
Age Divisions: Solo; Duet; Trio; Small Group (4-9 performers); Large Group (10-16 performers); Line (17 or more performers and under 4 minute performance); Production (17 or more performers, 4 to 8 minute performance).
Top 5 Tour Cities: St. Louis, MO: Mar 1-5, 2023; Des Moines, IA: Mar 22-26, 2023; Kansas City, KS: Apr 19-23, 2023; Rochester, MN: May 4-7, 2023; Minneapolis, MN: May 17-21, 2023
2023 Nationals: St. Louis, MO: Jun 27-2, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: HELENE PHILLIPS, HELEN ESTRELLA, KARI HERMAN, MISSY (ZIMMERMAN) & ANDREW HUBBARD, MADISON BARNES, JOEY DOUCETTE (THE LUIGI LEGACY)
Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
That's Entertainment
877.572.9415
Competition
Age Divisions: All Ages & 3 Levels of Competition
Top 5 Tour Cities: Dublin, CA: Feb 4-5, 2023; Anaheim, CA: Feb 18-19, 2023; St. George, UT: Mar 4-5, 2023; Phoenix, AZ: Mar 11-12, 2023; Las Vegas, NV: Apr 15-16, 2022
2023 Nationals: Atlantic City, NJ: Jul 10-13, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Rita Mosely, Carmelo Cruz, Lindsey Russo, Angie Ashby, Josh Epps, Ryann O'Neil
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Tremaine Dance Conventions & Competitions
800.832.2050
Competition
Age Divisions: JUNIOR, TEEN, SENIOR
Top 5 Tour Cities: Orlando, FL: Nov 19-20, 2022; New York City, NY: Jan 21-22, 2023; Dallas, TX: Feb 4-5, 2023; Chicago, IL: Feb 25-26, 2023; Los Angeles, CA: Apr 15-16, 2023
2023 Nationals: Orlando, FL: Jul 6-11, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Christina Grady, Tiffany Maher, Meghan Sanett, Derrick Schrader, Keri LaGrand, Tony Bellissimo
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Ultimate Dance Tour
336.676.2898
[email protected]; [email protected]; m[email protected]; [email protected]
Competition
Age Divisions: East Division
Top 5 Tour Cities: Greensboro, NC: Jan 21-22, 2023; Roanoke, VA: Feb 17-18, 2023; Rocky Mount, NC: Feb 24-26, 2023; Spartanburg, SC: Mar 17-19, 2023; Mooresville, NC: May 28-30, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Eva Igo, Phil Wright, Madeline Underwood, Marissa Rignola
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Universal Ballet Competition
305.582.7844
www.universalballetcompetition.com
Competition
Age Divisions: Precompetitive, Primary, Junior and Senior
Top 5 Tour Cities: Boston, MA: Jan 7-8, 2023; Denver, CO: Jan 20-22, 2023; Atlanta, GA: Feb 24-26, 2023; Chicago, IL: Mar 3-5, 2023; Houston, TX: Apr 28-30, 2023
2023 Nationals: Jacksonville, FL: May 18-21, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Kiki Lucas, Wes Chapman, Julio Bocca, Evelyn Cisneros, Duncan Cooper
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
USA International Ballet Competition
601.355.9853
Competition
Age Divisions: Junior (15-18) & Senior (19-28)
2023 Nationals: JACKSON, MS: Jun 10-24, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: David Keary, Tatiana Tchernova, Charles Askegard, Gretchen Newburger, and other world class instructors!
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: ability
Velocity Dance Convention
818.416.1161
Competition
Age Divisions: Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Ballroom, Industry
Top 5 Tour Cities: Cleveland, OH: Feb 3-5, 2023; Orlando, FL: Feb 17-19, 2023; Chicago, IL: Mar 3-5, 2023; Salt Lake City, UT: Feb 9-11, 2023; Seattle, WA: Apr 28-30, 2023
2023 Nationals: Las Vegas, NV: Jul 1-7, 2023
Convention
Popular Instructors: Artem Chigvintsev, Ashley Gonzales, Brian Nicholson, Kiel Tutin, Marguerite Derricks, Whitney Bezzant
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age
Youth America Grand Prix
201.444.3121
Competition
Age Divisions: Solos: Pre-Competitive (9-11), Junior (12-14), Senior (15-19); Ensembles (9-20); Pas de Deux (9-20)
Top 5 Tour Cities: Locations TBD. August-December 2022: International Semi-Finals; November 2022-March 2023: U.S. Semi-Finals,
2023 Nationals: April: YAGP 2023 Finals,
Convention
Popular Instructors: Master classes with directors of the world's leading dance schools
Performance opportunities; Scholarships available; Class Division: age