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SUMMARY:Ensemble Dance - [Section 44] Self Devised Choreography Dance Ensemble: Secondary
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Self Devised Choreography Dance Ensemble\nLocation: Mount St Joseph – ALH\nSection Number: 44 \nSection Guidelines\nPerformer Limit:\n3-20 Dancers \nJunior (Years 7–9 / Ages 12–14)\nSenior (Years 10–12 / Ages 15–18).  \nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed: 3 minutes \nA 30-second grace period applies\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n1 piece only to be performed per ensemble. \nThis section celebrates student creativity\, collaborative composition\, and artistic ownership. It provides a platform for student-led groups to present original works without teacher\, commercial\, or external choreographic input. \nWorks must be 100% student-devised. Choreography\, staging\, music selection\, and spatial design must originate entirely from the participating students. \nEnsembles may draw from Contemporary\, Jazz\, Lyrical\, Hip Hop genres only \nStudent choreographers may perform with their dance ensemble however this is not mandatory. \nTeachers/tutors/non-students are not permitted to perform with dance ensembles. This includes dancing side stage or at the back of the hall. \nDance ensembles may be performed with or without accompaniment. \nAccompaniment can be provided in the way of a backing track or live accompaniment. Should you choose to incorporate a live accompanist in your performance\, this must be noted in your registration and confirmed by the Eisteddfod team. \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. \nSubmission requirements include a concept statement.  \nThe teacher submitting the entry must be able to provide a brief digital log or video diary demonstrating rehearsal progression and/ or to verify student ownership upon request. \nHandheld props are permitted if essential to the concept and set up within 30 seconds. No elaborate stage props\, theatrical lighting cues\, or visual projections are allowed. \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. \nShould you choose to not wear a costume please ensure the dance attire is appropriate to the style and the ensemble is uniform eg: all blacks. \nTeachers/tutors/non-students are not permitted to perform with dance ensembles. This includes dancing side stage or at the back of the hall. \nJudging Criteria:\n\nChoreographic Structure & Innovation: Originality of movement vocabulary\, spatial design\, transitions\, and narrative/abstract development.\nPerformance & Execution: Technical precision\, musicality\, dynamic variation\, and performance energy.\nGroup Cohesion & Expression: Synchronicity\, spatial awareness\, and collective commitment to the artistic concept.\nConcept Realisation : How effectively the performance aligns with and communicates the submitted Concept Statement.\n\n  \nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 30 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for too many performers.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate costumes (midriff\, cut away\, high cut).\n100 point deduction if the backing track contains slurs or swearing.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/ensemble-dance-section-44-self-devised-choreography-dance-ensemble-secondary/
LOCATION:Mount St Joseph College Milperra\, Mount St Joseph\, 273 Horsley Rd\, Milperra\, NSW\, 2214
CATEGORIES:Dance Ensembles
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SUMMARY:Ensemble Dance - [Section 39] Hip Hop Dance Ensemble: Secondary
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Hip Hop Dance Ensemble – Secondary\nLocation: Mount St Joseph – ALH\nSection Number: 39 \nSection Guidelines:\nPerformer Limit:\n5-30 Dancers \nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 3-12: 3 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n1 piece only to be performed per ensemble. \nDance ensembles may be performed with or without accompaniment. \nAccompaniment 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. \nTeachers/tutors/non-students are not permitted to perform with dance ensembles. This includes dancing side stage or at the back of the hall. \n  \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnique appropriate to the dance style.\nChoreography Quality.\nPerformance Quality (expression\, execution and confidence).\nOverall Presentation (musical accompaniment\, entertainment value\, spatial awareness).\nUse of Dance Elements appropriate to style (SPACE\, TIMING\, DYNAMICS).\nChoreography and Creativity\n\nThe originality and creativity in the routine’s choreography.\nThe use of formations\, levels\, and transitions to create visually appealing moments.\nInnovative and memorable choreographic choices\, including dance elements.\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\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 10 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for exceeding the performer limit.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate costumes (midriff\, cut away\, high cut).\n100 point deduction if the backing track contains slurs or swearing.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/ensemble-dance-hip-hop-dance-ensemble-secondary-missing-date/
LOCATION:Mount St Joseph College Milperra\, Mount St Joseph\, 273 Horsley Rd\, Milperra\, NSW\, 2214
CATEGORIES:Dance Ensembles
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SUMMARY:Ensemble Dance - [Section 38] Jazz Dance Ensemble: Secondary
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Jazz Dance Ensemble – Secondary\nLocation: Mount St Joseph – ALH\nSection Number: 38 \n  \nSection Guidelines:\nPerformer Limit:\n5-30 Dancers \nTime stipulations – performances must not exceed:\nYears 3-12: 3 minutes\nPerformances will be stopped at 1 minute over time \n1 piece only to be performed per ensemble. \nDance ensembles may be performed with or without accompaniment. \nAccompaniment 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. \nTeachers/tutors/non-students are not permitted to perform with dance ensembles. This includes dancing side stage or at the back of the hall. \n  \nJudging Criteria:\n\nTechnique appropriate to the dance style.\nChoreography Quality.\nPerformance Quality (expression\, execution and confidence).\nOverall Presentation (musical accompaniment\, entertainment value\, spatial awareness).\nUse of Dance Elements appropriate to style (SPACE\, TIMING\, DYNAMICS).\nChoreography and Creativity\n\nThe originality and creativity in the routine’s choreography.\nThe use of formations\, levels\, and transitions to create visually appealing moments.\nInnovative and memorable choreographic choices\, including dance elements.\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\n\nImmediate Point Deductions:\n\n2 point deduction per 10 seconds over time.\n2 point deduction for exceeding the performer limit.\n2 point deduction for inappropriate costumes (midriff\, cut away\, high cut).\n100 point deduction if the backing track contains slurs or swearing.
URL:https://eisteddfod.syd.catholic.edu.au/event/ensemble-dance-jazz-dance-ensemble-secondary-missing-date/
LOCATION:Mount St Joseph College Milperra\, Mount St Joseph\, 273 Horsley Rd\, Milperra\, NSW\, 2214
CATEGORIES:Dance Ensembles
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