Tacoma, WA (2)

May 9 - 11, 2025

Greater Tacoma Convention Center

1500 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402

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COMPETITION RESOURCES

Event info

THINGS TO KNOW:

Routine Entry Deadline: April 9, 2025

Registration Completion Deadline: April 21, 2025

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)

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