K-POP DANCE COVER COMPETITION

REGISTER HERE!

We are looking forward to an incredible show with the K-POP Dance Cover Competition!

We hope that as many people as possible want to participate! The competition will take place during the Nordic Hallyu event at 18:30 in the AMFI hall at Kultursenteret ISAK in front of an LIVE audience and judges.

Address:

Prinsens gt. 44

7011 Trondheim

Norway

This year, we're trying out a new concept, with two different categories for the competition- Rookie and Master! This is to make the competition more accesible for first-timers and people who don't have a lot of experience on stage. Make sure that you specify which category you're applying for! (Note: The organizers will have a final say in which category you will be put in- to prevent level-gaps in the same category)

As a rule of thumb, we reccomend that bigger groups / those with experience with either dance or being on stage apply for the "Master" category, while those who perform for the first time / those with little to none dance or stage experience (but wants to get more) / younger participants apply to the "Rookie" category. If you're not sure about which category you should apply to, we're more than happy to assist you!

Master Category:

First Place: 8000Kr

Second Place: 3000Kr

Rookie Category:

First Place: 2000Kr

RULES:

Registration deadline MAY 24th
All participants must be over the age of 13
The songs used must be either K-Pop, K-hip hop or K-Ballad, AND performed by KPOP artists. (Groups as XG and K/DA is allowed. For more info or questions, please check out the FAQ section further down on the page)
Dance the original choreography of songs used in the performance. Check out the website for more clarifications.
Mashup / mixes is allowed with a maximum of 3 different songs. You are allowed to add sound effects and transitions.
The performance should not exceed 4:30 minutes.
You can only participate once as a participant.
There is a maximum of acts that can sign up, if the maximum of act is reached, bigger groups acts will be prioritized over solo acts and duo acts.
Maximum of 15 dancers on stage due to safety reasons.

You don't need a ticket for Nordic Hallyu to participate.
The sign-up application is binding after the registration deadline, dropping out after the registration deadline comes with a penalty for next years participation, where your act will not be prioritized and put on the waiting list.
We do not tolerate any bad behavior or harassment in any way towards other participants before, during and after the competition

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Execution (60%)

Execution of positions and formations- clarity, use of space and transitions
Precision and synchronization of movements, including starts, stops and transitions of moves
Clarity and pictures- that you dance as one group/in unison with the same concept
Choreography- that the original choreography is retained (K-POP Cover Competition)

Theme (20%)

That the chosen song(s) matches with different factors such as the performance's theme and outfit, to make a continuous performance

Entertainment (20%)

Evaluate the audience's engagement and energy during the performance (how well do you catch the attention of the audience?)
The confidence, "stage presence" and expressions displayed by each dancer

Feel free to get in touch with us if you have any questions or if something is unclear.

All registered participants will receive an email on May 3rd to confirm participation and receive more information about the competition. Those who sign up after May 3rd will have the email sent later.

Get in touch if you have any questions or something is unclear.

All registered participants will receive an email on 1st of May to confirm attendance and more information about the competition. Those who sign up after 1st of May will have the email sent later

FAQ

Can I participate solo?

Registration is open to everyone if you follow the rules. We will prioritize bigger acts over solo / duo acts if the maximum number of acts is reached.

We / I signed up for the competition but can't attend anymore. What should I do?

Please contact us immediately if you are not able to attend the competition. If you do so after the registration deadline, a penalty will be given for next year where your act will not be prioitized and automatically be put on the waiting list. This is to prevent unserious sign-ups that take up spots. No penalty will be given before the deadline date.

Can we change the song(s) we are performing to?

Yes. You don't have to tell us what you are performing when signing up for the competition. You can change the song as many times as you like, as long as you send us the correct audio file when inquired.

Will there be rehearsals?

Yes, there will be stage rehearsals on June 19th, 20th, and 21st. If you have the opportunity, we recommend setting aside time for stage rehearsals on June 19th and 20th, as you will also have more time to practice on stage, as well as request lighting cues.

Can we use choreography from a remix or a specific performance?

Yes, you can use choreography from shows like "Road to Kingdom" and specific performances like "MAMA" or Coachella, as long as it has been performed by a kpop artist. If you are in doubt, please send us a DM or message us.

Can we make our own choreography?

Yes, you are allowed to use your own choreography, but to make the judging as fair as possible, your own choreography will not be included in the judging. To have the best possible basis for the judging, we would recommend that you stick to the original choreography, but it is allowed.

If you have any more questions, feel free to send us a DM on Instagram!