Competitor info
We are excited to have you be a part of studioXpresents: The Competition! Please continue scrolling for additional information with important deadlines & links.
This is an all-inclusive, beginner/intermediate level competition with a performance based focus. Judges will focus on character/storytelling, execution and overall performance. We will be accepting 8 competitors of all levels and varying apparatuses.
For any additional questions or concerns, please email us at studioXpresents@gmail.com.
FAQs
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Max 3:30
Must submit a LINK to music on the Tech Sheet -
Deadline: 1 July
A non-refundable $65 entry fee can be processed through the ENTRY FEE link on this page.What does the entry fee cover?
The entry fee covers the basic cost of hosting a competition including but not limited to, venue rental, staffing, judges and equipment. -
$50 fee prior to event or within 3 days after the event
10-20 digital photos (typically takes 30-60 days to receive) -
We do not offer professional video. Professional video equipment is not allowed at the event but phones can be used without flash.
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If you cannot make the event, please email studioXpresents@gmail.com to confirm.
deadlines
deadlines
DEADLINES
Entry Fee - REQUIRED
Deadline: 1 July
Photo Packet
Deadline: 30 days post event
Tech Form
Deadline: 20 August
ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
judging
We have selected 3 judges based on their experience in the performance industry. Our judging system is based on 3 separate categories, one per judge. Prior to the competition, judges meet to discuss the judging system and how the competition works. Our judges are not allowed to work on any competition routines but may be associated with some of the competitors otherwise.
Judges will be announced prior to the event.
OVERALL PERFORMANCE
Quality Control - Focus on overall performance (safety, cohesion, quality)
TECHNIcal & EXECUTION
Nitpicking - More focus on safe performance and quality of movements, less focus on theatrics or character
Theatrical
Character & Stage Presence - More focus on aesthetics or theatrics, less focus on safe performance and quality of movements
The Prize
It’s a competition. Did you think we wouldn’t have a prize?
First Place in The Competition receives
$100 cash prize
custom sXp winners merch
secured spot in the following year’s show
The Venue
The JMAC Brickbox Theatre is located at 20 Franklin St. in downtown Worcester, MA. The Worcester PRIDE Festival will be hosting events on Franklin St during the event so please plan accordingly.
PARKING
Parking can be found in surrounding covered lots or street parking. Do not leave items unattended in your car.
DRESSING ROOMS
There are multiple dressing rooms beneath the stage with designated restrooms, a small kitchen and ample space for warming up. No apparatuses will be provided in the dressing room area. All pole & aerial equipment will remain on stage.
STAGE
The stage is floor level with stadium seating.
JUDGES
The judges table will be front and center on floor level.
STaGE layout
POLES: 45mm X-Pole X-Stage Lite stage poles with approximately 4 feet of distance between the edge of the stage pole base and 10 feet of distance between the pole bases.
AERIAL: Ludwig quad rig set to approximately 14ft height with competitors bringing their own apparatuses and rigging equipment. A 2” gymnastic mat will be provided and positioned underneath the aerial rig for the competition.
If you have been to The Show, it is the same layout.
important info
For more information on the competition, please click the links below to access our Rules & Regulations, Event Packet and Emergency Management Plan.