Long Island Ballet Competition - Rules and Procedures

Rules & Procedures

The LIBC competition is open only to nonprofessional dancers who reside in and receive their primary dance training on Long Island which shall be deemed to include Brooklyn, Queens, Nassau and Suffolk counties. The LIBC maintains a non-discrimination policy.*

* The Long Island Ballet Competition does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, ancestry, national or ethnic origin or socioeconomic background.

All competitors shall compete as individuals. There are no pas de deux or ensemble categories.

There are three divisions: Junior, ages 9-11; Senior, ages 12-14; and Pre-Professional, ages 15-18. The order of competing appearance in each division will be determined by competitors age and date of birth. The order shall be youngest to oldest. Females and males will compete separately, females first then males in their respective divisions.

Division age restrictions are predicated on the competitor’s age as of the competition date which is deemed to be May 3, 2008.

Junior Division (ages 9-11): competitor must have reached their ninth birthday but not their twelfth birthday on or before May 3, 2008.

Senior Division (ages 12-14): competitor must have reached their twelfth birthday but not their fifteenth birthday on or before May 3, 2008.

Pre-Professional Division (ages 15-18): competitor must have reached their fifteenth birthday but not their nineteenth birthday on or before May 3, 2008.

Waiver: A competitor may request to move up to a higher age division if the individual is within six months of the minimum age requirement for that category.

Requirements: All classical variations must be selected from the Addendum LIBC Variations Rules and List, herein below, which specify requirements for each division and gender. All sound tracks provided on separate CD(s) by each competitor must be completely free of applause, vocals and/or any distracting noises (such as scratches, pops and/or hisses) that may mar the sound quality of the selection. Pre-Professional Division competitors are solely responsible for obtaining any and all choreographers’ and music rights for the contemporary repertory performed at the competition. In the event of an issue with any musical CD during LIBCs application review process, a timely replacement will be immediately requested by LIBC. Replacement musical CDs are the sole responsibility of the applicant. Failure to provide a usable CD(s) will result in rejection of the application.

Competitor Responsibility: Where applicable, costumes and make-up are the responsibility of each competitor. An allowable costume accessory shall be deemed to be a hand held article which is integral to the variation being performed such as a fan, tambourine or bow (Diana & Acteon). There are no props permitted. Applicants are required to comply with the LIBC Competitors Application in all respects.

Scheduling: All competitors are report to the registration desk at 10:00 am on Saturday, May 3, 2008 in the main lobby at the Maguire Theater, SUNY College at Old Westbury, Westbury, New York. Directions to the theater and a detailed schedule of events and educational components and information about the teachers will be posted on the LIBC website one week prior to the competition and given to each competitor upon check-in.

Awards: LIBC has allocated three cash or cash equivalent prizes for each division of female competitors in the amounts of $250 for 1st Prize, $150 for 2nd Prize and $100 for 3rd Prize.

In the event there are fewer than six male competitors in the competition, a single $250 1st Prize Male Dancer Award will be awarded. If more than six male competitors compete, additional awards will be at the discretion of the jury. Award winners will receive a LIBC certificate indicating their award. All other competitors will receive a LIBC certificate of participation.

The decision of the jury is final. Adjudication is predicated on four equally weighted criteria: Artistry, Technique, Difficulty, and Facilities. The jury reserves the right to withhold any award or divide any award between more than one competitor. Special prizes awarded by sponsors will be awarded by a sponsor’s representative. All recipients of scholarships are responsible for contacting and making all arrangements directly with the awarding sponsor. If unable to accept the award, the recipient must communicate directly with the awarding organization.

Jury Scores: LIBC does not automatically release jury scores. However, by marking the appropriate box on the Competitor’s Application Form and providing a valid e-mail address where indicated, the LIBC will e-mail a competitor their scores reflecting the average grade in each of the four adjudicated categories with a comparison to the average scores of all competitors in that division. Judges comments, if any, will also be included.

Fees: LIBC requires that the following fee schedule be adhered to as detailed on the LIBC Competitors Application which is an integral part of the LIBC List of Rules and Procedures: Junior – $75, Senior – $100 and Pre-Professional – $135. There is a $15 charge for all returned checks. The Long Island Ballet Competition is a registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

Refunds: There will be no refunds. In the event a competitor is unable to compete due to medical reasons a written notice thereof must be submitted accompanied by a letter from a doctor attesting to the competitor’s unavailability. LIBC will issue a credit voucher which can be utilized by the dancer or their studio for the following year’s competition.

Deadline: All complete (as detailed on the LIBC Competitors Application) registration entries must be postmarked by April 10, 2008. In order to determine the competition schedule and print the program, this deadline must strictly be adhered to. Phone, fax or e-mail entries will not be accepted unless specifically authorized by LIBC by prior arrangement. A Competitor Order Time Schedule will be posted on the LIBC website one week prior to the competition which will detail all class times, location and the order of competitor stage calls. The Competitor Order Time Schedule is an integral part of the LIBC Rules and Procedures. The competition will be limited to the time available. Entries will be accepted on first come, first serve basis.

Event Tickets: All performances will be held in front of a public audience. Weekend pass tickets will be available to the public at $25 for adults and $15 for seniors and students 18 or under.

Photo Rights: LIBC reserves the right to use any photographs and/or video taken, on behalf of LIBC, of any competitor or teacher during any event at the competition for LIBC promotional purposes. In addition, photos submitted as part of the application process shall become the nonexclusive property of LIBC and can be utilized, but will be restricted to, promotion of the current or future LIBC competitions. LIBC strictly prohibits the use of all videographic and photographic equipment during the Competition with the exclusive exception of LIBCs designees.

Hold Harmless: The LIBC, the Maguire Theater and SUNY Old Westbury are not responsible for any personal injury or property loss. All participants are required to be self-insured and to indemnify LIBC.

Administrative Rights: LIBC has the right to amend rules and regulations at any time. In the event an issue is not clearly addressed in the rules and regulations, LIBC shall adjudicate the issue. LIBCs decision shall be binding. Competing dancers and their teachers are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship and general support of all participants. The LIBC has the right to discontinue the participation of any competitor for cause.