X INTERNATIONAL DANCE FESTIVAL & COMPETITION “TROIA DANCE” 2027 2027

There is no stated overall limit on the number of participants.

Competition eligibility

• Category 1: 7–16 years.
• Category 2: 16+ years.
• The competition will be held if there are at least 7 groups in each category.
• Passport checks may be carried out to verify dancers’ age categories. Groups that do not comply with the age requirements may be disqualified.

Application materials

• Completed application form.
• At least 6 digital photographs.
• Short description of the group.
• Videos or performance links.
• Description of performances.
• Detailed list of group members.

Items to bring

• The national flag of the group’s country.
• 4 gifts for cultural exchange.

Competition assessment

An international jury evaluates performances out of 50 points. Main evaluation areas include:

• Folkloric authenticity of costumes.
• Costume presentation and accessories.
• Music quality.
• Instrumental and vocal performance.
• Stage entry and exit.
• Folkloric value of dance steps.
• Synchronization with music.
• Use of the stage.
• Choreography.
• Overall artistic presentation.

Visa procedures

Participants are responsible for arranging visa procedures where required.

Health insurance

Participants are responsible for arranging valid international health insurance.

• Competition ensembles must have at least 12 dancers.
• Each group must prepare at least 2 different performances.
• Festival performances should last approximately 8–10 minutes.
• The official competition performance time is approximately 6–8 minutes.
• Groups may use live music or high-quality recorded music.
• All ensembles must use recorded music during the opening ceremony.