Pole stars - Dance Universe 2024
TRUE AMATEUR to Professional Polers who love the DANCE in Pole Dance
POLE STARS - DANCE UNIVERSE is the ultimate dance-focused pole dance competition. Showcase your talent in one of four unique genres:
Power
Emotion
Sensual
Freestyle
This competition invites you to explore the full spectrum of pole dance artistry: from pole choreography and low flow tricks/transitions including basework and floorwork, to creative use of props and show narrative. Open to First-timers, Amateurs, Advanced Amateurs, Semi-Pros, and Pros, this is your chance to shine!
Are you ready to unleash your inner expression and dance your way into the DANCE UNIVERSE?
Who can enter?
If you love the DANCE in pole dance and want a chance to express your creativity and uniqueness on stage in a supportive environment, you should ENTER!
Which level is right for you? Here are our levels below:
Amateur - First Timer
- Is this your first time competing in a pole dance or dance competition?
- Are you NOT a pole dance/dance instructor or a paid performer?
Then this is the division for you!
This division is for those who are stepping onto the competition stage for the very first time. If you’re new to the world of pole dance competitions, the Amateur - First Timer division provides a supportive environment for you to experience the excitement of performing. This division is exclusively for dancers who have never taught dance or pole dance and have not been paid to perform as a dancer or pole dancer. It’s all about discovering your potential and enjoying your debut performance.
Amateur - Advanced
- You are NOT a pole dance/dance instructor or a paid performer.
- You’ve never won or placed in any amateur-level or higher pole dance/dance competition.
If you have said “Yes” to all of the above, then this is the division for you!
The Amateur - Advanced division is designed for dancers who have some competition experience but have not yet won or placed in any amateur-level or higher competition, including social competitions. This is the perfect category for those who are looking to challenge themselves and continue growing as a performer. If you’ve competed before but are still working toward your first big win, this division is for you.
Amateur - Elite
- You’ve never won any amateur-level or higher pole dance/dance competition.
- You are a pole dance/dance instructor or a paid performer.
If you have said “Yes” to one or more of the above, then this is the division for you!
For those who have competed before but have not yet claimed a win in any amateur-level or higher competition, including social competitions, the Amateur - Elite division offers a chance to showcase your skills at a higher level. This division is tailored for dancers who are seasoned competitors but are still striving for that first victory. It’s an opportunity to push your limits and demonstrate your expertise on stage.
Semi-Professional Division
- You have won an amateur-level pole dance/dance competition before.
- You have never won a semi-professional level or higher pole dance/dance competition.
If you have said “Yes” to all of the above, then this is the division for you!
The Semi-Professional Division is for dancers who have progressed beyond the amateur ranks but have not yet won at the semi-professional level or higher, including social competitions. This division is ideal for those who are on the verge of breaking into the professional sphere and are looking to test their abilities against other highly skilled competitors. It’s a challenging yet attainable step toward reaching the top tiers of pole dance.
Professional Division
- You have won a semi-professional level or higher pole dance/dance competition before.
If you have said “Yes” to all of the above, then this is the division for you!
The Professional Division is reserved for the most accomplished dancers—those who have won at the semi-professional level or higher, including social competitions, or who are currently instructors or paid performers of dance or pole dance. This division is for dancers who have achieved significant recognition in their craft and are ready to compete at the highest level. It’s the ultimate platform to showcase your talent and compete against the best in the industry.
FOUR UNIQUE Categories across Divisions:
NOVA (Power)
This category focuses on strong, powerful movements that convey confidence and attitude. Dancers can incorporate dynamic tricks, athleticism, and bold expressions. The choreography should reflect a commanding presence, showcasing power and precision.
ECLIPSE (Emotion)
This category emphasizes emotional connection through dance. Routines should evoke feelings and can convey a narrative through storytelling. The focus is on dance evoking strong emotions through fluidity, grace, expressive movement, and/or storytelling.
AURORA (Sensual)
This category celebrates sensuality and body movement, allowing dancers to explore themes of allure, and sensuality/sexuality . The choreography should focus on fluid, sensual movements that highlight the dancer's body and ability to seduce the audience through dance.
COSMOS (Freestyle) - only open to Semi-pro and Professional divisions
In this category, dancers will be challenged to create spontaneous choreography based on 2 randomly selected songs from a predetermined list of 30 tracks (10 tracks from Nova (Power), 10 tracks from Eclipse (Emotion), and 10 tracks from Aurora (Sensual) genre). This category emphasizes the dancers' ability to think on their feet, creatively interpret music, and express themselves without prior preparation. The goal is to showcase their improvisational skills, adaptability, and artistic intuition.
Please note that MUSICALITY and EXECUTION of movements will be heavily judged for ALL dance categories above throughout competitors' entry videos and actual performances. Creativity, Charisma, and Audience Engagement are crucial elements that will help enhance competitors' routines, and these elements will be taken into consideration as judging criteria.
COMPETITION DATEs for
POLE STARS - DANCE UNIVERSE 2024*
Dates:
Saturday 09 Nov 2024
Sunday 10 Nov 2024
Location:
Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre
Time:
TBA
*Please note that this is an 18-years-and-over event. Any minors viewing the show require parental supervision.
Renowned Professional Judges - to be announced!
We have three multi-award-winning and professionally renowned judges ready to see all the competitors slay the stage. Can you guess who they are?
ENTRy information
ENTRIES OPEN NOW. ENTRIS CLOSE Sunday 8 September 11:59pm
Are you a true pole dance lover who is excited for a chance to dance your way in a friendly competition space?
Then you are ready to throw your hat in the ring for a chance to compete in POLE STARS - DANCE UNIVERSE 2024.
Entries open: Friday 17 Aug 2024 at 5pm.
Entries close: Friday 20 Sept 2024 11:59pm.
Finalists to be announced on Monday 23 Sept 2024.
How to enter?
You will need to:
1. Read through Competition Rules and Video Entry requirement rules carefully;
2. Submit an entry video; and
3. Pay the entry fee of $40 AUD for 1 category & if you wish to be considered 2 or more categories then entry fee is $55*
*Please note, you can only compete in one category, but we will consider your entry for the categories you choose to enter