Join us for the second annual Myrtle Beach Holiday Dance Classic Competition! This special competition will run as a regional event but with some extra fun twists—a new holiday competition category, visits from Santa, a holiday-themed Teacher Hospitality Suite, a merchandise sale, and so much more! For this special event, 2024 rules and pricing will apply. All-Star Dancers will qualify for the 2025 Finals.

THINGS TO KNOW:

Routine Entry Deadline: November 15, 2024

Registration Completion Deadline: November 19, 2024

BEFORE

• 30 days before the event – routine entry is closed. New entries will not be accepted.
• 18 days before the event – deadline for completed routine registration, (1) all routines must be entered correctly, (2) payment must be made in full, (3) music must be uploaded online
• 7 days before the event – competition schedule posted online and personalized schedules available in dancer accounts

DURING

• 1 hour before the first scheduled performance – doors open
• Larger props may dropped off at the loading dock once doors open
• Overall results will be posted on our touchscreen TV after each awards set
• Download our FREE Showstopper App for event updates and resources

AFTER

• 1-2 days after the event – competition results and judges’ critiques are made available
• 2-4 days after the event – routine photos and videos are online and ready for preview or download

THE SHOWSTOPPER EXPERIENCE:

• Feel like a star on our one-of-a-kind, state-of-the-art production stage setup, with custom-built Marley stages, programmed lighting rigs, and LED background screens
• Every routine is streamed live online for FREE with a continuous next-up screen so you always know who’s next to take the stage
• Each routine is put into the spotlight with over 100,000 customized LED backgrounds matched to every performance
• Affordable multi-camera videos and professional photo packages are available for every dancer, only $9.99 per routine
• Receive helpful and insightful critiques from the dance world’s most experienced judges
• Every dancer receives a medal, and every routine gets a trophy – no matter what!
• Shop an extensive array of fabulous and affordable merchandise

FOR TEACHERS & STUDIO OWNERS

• Free welcome gift for every studio AND a free program book for every teacher
• The most luxurious Teacher Hospitality Suite stocked with treats and refreshments all day long
• Multiple different studio schedule views are offered in your studio account, including personalized dancer schedules
• Early access to competition schedules (10 days before the event)