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SUMMARY:Solo Dance - [Section 51] Improvised Dance Solo
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Improvised Dance Solo\nLocation: Southern Cross Burwood – Auditorium\nSection Number: 51 \nInformation for Scheduling:\nCompulsory Pre-Workshop: Held 30–45 minutes prior to the section. Dancers will gather in a designated rehearsal space with the guest facilitator or adjudicator. Dancers will be given a short break between the workshop and performance to rest and prepare. When entering this section\, please factor in that your call time in the Schedule will include this workshop\, so the time required onsite is longer than a arriving for a standard section. \nSection Guidelines:\nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 9-12 (ages 14 – 18): 2 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n1 piece only to be performed. \nThis section evaluates a dancer’s spontaneous movement creation\, adaptability\, and immediate artistic interpretation. Dancers will perform an unchoreographed solo in response to a stimulus revealed during a compulsory pre-performance workshop. \nDance solos and ensembles may be performed with or without accompaniment. Accompaniment must be provided in the way of a backing track. No live accompaniment is permitted\, unless this has been previously arranged with Eisteddfod organisers. \nPerformance music must contain appropriate themes and lyrics for the age and stage of the performer/s\, in line with the mission\, vision and values of SCS. \nMusic must not contain swearing or slurs. \nAll music and dance movements are to be congruent with the Catholic ethos of the system. \nCostuming is an optional requirement but MUST adhere to appropriate modesty standards for the age. Costumes must preserve the dignity of the performer. No midriff or cut away tops. High cut costumes (cut out from the leg to the waist) are not acceptable for any individual or group. \nWork is to be original. It cannot be a copy of an established dance. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnique appropriate to the dance style\nChoreography Quality\nPerformance Quality (expression\, execution and confidence)\nUse of Dance Elements appropriate to style (SPACE\, TIMING\, DYNAMICS)\nOverall Presentation (musical accompaniment\, entertainment value\, spatial awareness)\nCreativity and Originality\n\nOriginality of movement and choreography.\nDemonstrates innovative and creative use of space\, music\, and emotions.\n\n\nTechnique and Skill\n\nExecution of dance techniques (e.g.\, articulation\, rhythm\, weight control) with precision.\nMastery of various dance styles and genres.\nControl\, balance\, fluidity and strength of movements.\n\n\nMusicality\n\nAlignment with the music’s rhythm\, tempo\, and dynamics. Interpretation of the music through movement.\nAbility to capture the essence of the music and convey it to the audience.\n\n\nExpressiveness and Emotion\n\nAbility to convey a story\, message\, or emotion through dance.\nConnection with the audience through facial expressions and body language.\nDepth of emotional engagement and authenticity.\n\n\nStage Presence\n\nConfidence and charisma on stage.\nEffective use of the stage space.\nEngagement with the audience and judges.\n\n\nTransitions and Flow\n\nSmooth and seamless transitions between movements and sequences.\nConsistency in maintaining the flow of the dance.\nAvoidance of awkward pauses or disruptions.\n\n\nCostume and Presentation\n\nAppropriate costume choice that complements the dance.\nOverall presentation\, including grooming and stage presence.\nAttention to detail in costume and appearance.\n\n\nImprovisational Skills\n\nAbility to adapt and respond to changes in the music or environment.\nCreativity in incorporating unexpected elements into the dance.\nAttention to creative transitions between movements\, styles or emotional states.\n\n\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 10 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate costume (midriff\, cut away\, high cut).\n2 point deduction for additional Tap sounds in Tap backing tracks\n100% deduction if the backing track contains slurs or swearing.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/solo-dance-tap-dance-solo-10-04-2026/
LOCATION:Southern Cross Catholic College Burwood\, Southern Cross Catholic College\, 17 Comer St\, Burwood\, NSW\, 2134
CATEGORIES:Dance Solos
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