Frequently asked questions
We’ve never taken part in a dance competition before – should this concern us?
NO! Please do not let this put you off. In fact, if you have never participated in a dance competition, this is the perfect way to start. This is a fun, friendly competition which is focused on your children enjoying their performance.
Can we submit more than one entry?
Yes. But we do ask that the composition of the groups are different. It is OK for some pupils to feature in more than one dance (max 2) but we expect multiple entries to engage a wider range of pupils. Please note that the entry fee is per entry.
How will the competition be judged?
We have a very simple judging criteria which you can see on this website at our Rules & judging page. We always arrange an impartial judging panel, usually comprised of local experts (teachers , lecturers, instructors etc). The GBDO team do not play any part in the judging process!
Is there a separate competition for KS3 and KS4?
Yes - new for 2015/16 we are glad to announce the secondary competition has been split.
How do we send our video?
You have the choice to upload it to our dropbox (link available via email) or send us a disc in the post. Full details are on our Enter TGBDO page
Can we use props?
Yes, props, costumes, face paint etc. are permitted but you will need to provide these yourself for all performances. Some theatres frown on messy substances, so please check with us prior to performance so we can liaise with the relevant technical team.
Can we use any music?
Yes, you will need to send us a CD around 2 weeks before the performance. You will need to bring a spare copy on the night.
If we make it through to the heat, will we have access to a dressing room?
Yes in most cases the venues enable us to assign all schools there own dressing room - but please be warned they are often cosy!
Are we able to bring additional chaperones to help supervise the group?
Yes we ask that you do have a suitable number of adults - we request that you stick to a ratio of around 1:8 (1:6 for KS1 groups). It can be very congested back-stage so we do need to stick to this limit. These chaperones will be able to watch the performance from the wings. Other parents can usually secure a ticket via the venue box office (we will circulate details).
What are the stage dimensions for the heats?
Links to theatre/venue website pages with technical information including stage sizes will be available shortly.
Our school will require a risk assessment.
We will send out a detailed risk assessment to all schools that qualify for their regional heats.
NO! Please do not let this put you off. In fact, if you have never participated in a dance competition, this is the perfect way to start. This is a fun, friendly competition which is focused on your children enjoying their performance.
Can we submit more than one entry?
Yes. But we do ask that the composition of the groups are different. It is OK for some pupils to feature in more than one dance (max 2) but we expect multiple entries to engage a wider range of pupils. Please note that the entry fee is per entry.
How will the competition be judged?
We have a very simple judging criteria which you can see on this website at our Rules & judging page. We always arrange an impartial judging panel, usually comprised of local experts (teachers , lecturers, instructors etc). The GBDO team do not play any part in the judging process!
Is there a separate competition for KS3 and KS4?
Yes - new for 2015/16 we are glad to announce the secondary competition has been split.
How do we send our video?
You have the choice to upload it to our dropbox (link available via email) or send us a disc in the post. Full details are on our Enter TGBDO page
Can we use props?
Yes, props, costumes, face paint etc. are permitted but you will need to provide these yourself for all performances. Some theatres frown on messy substances, so please check with us prior to performance so we can liaise with the relevant technical team.
Can we use any music?
Yes, you will need to send us a CD around 2 weeks before the performance. You will need to bring a spare copy on the night.
If we make it through to the heat, will we have access to a dressing room?
Yes in most cases the venues enable us to assign all schools there own dressing room - but please be warned they are often cosy!
Are we able to bring additional chaperones to help supervise the group?
Yes we ask that you do have a suitable number of adults - we request that you stick to a ratio of around 1:8 (1:6 for KS1 groups). It can be very congested back-stage so we do need to stick to this limit. These chaperones will be able to watch the performance from the wings. Other parents can usually secure a ticket via the venue box office (we will circulate details).
What are the stage dimensions for the heats?
Links to theatre/venue website pages with technical information including stage sizes will be available shortly.
Our school will require a risk assessment.
We will send out a detailed risk assessment to all schools that qualify for their regional heats.
