PERFORMING ARTS DISCIPLINES

The rules outlined below cover the following Performing Arts Dance Disciplines:

Unless stated otherwise under the specific rules for a particular discipline, the following categories are available in the Performing Arts Disciplines listed above

Specific rules for groups/formations FLAMENCO

General Provisions I

Each category / division has some rules specific to that particular category / division.  Such information is provided under the specific heading for the category / division in question.  In general, the following rules apply to ALL Performing Arts Disciplines.  Any exceptions are noted in each rule.  When an exception is noted, please refer to the specific rules governing the category / discipline mentioned.

Competitors in all categories / divisions dance to their own music. 

No dancer / couple shall compete against him or herself.

In all IDO disciplines, a Couple is defined as one male and one female partner.

Stage Props:  Permitted in many Performing Arts categories and / or disciplines.  However, Stage Props must be carried by the dancer(s) in one trip.  Stagehands / assistants are not allowed to carry props for the dancer(s). 

performing arts section:

SCENIC SET UP AND BREAK DOWN - Scenic backgrounds and floor props must take no longer than 15 seconds to set up and 15 seconds to carry it away in Solo, Duo, Trio and Small Group entries.  Formations will be allowed 45 seconds to set up and 45 seconds to take it off the stage.  Time will begin as soon as the first piece of scenic material touches the stage and in taking it off, as soon as the last piece is off the stage. This rule applies to all Performing Arts disciplines, except Jazz and Modern. which do not allow props of any kind. The rule regarding dancers carrying the props in one trip, on and off, will remain the same (AGM 2009). 

Note:   Cumbersome scenic props are not permitted in any dance, category, style or division at any IDO Event.

Hand Props = anything carried with the hands and not part of the costume,

Floor Props are the same, objects set on the floor,

Scenic Backgrounds. backdrops

Using electrical devices, such as personal light effects and music which the dancer plugs into an electric socket - props may be used but must be powered by battery.

Time duration (length) of Exhibition / Routine / Performance:

Children's Formation will be 2:30 minimum and 3:00 maximum in Performing Arts, except Belly and Flamenco Dance (AGM 2008)
The time limit for all Productions is 8 minutes maximum, which will allow the opportunity to have a final with 3, including an open marking. (AGM 2007)
Belly Dance time limits - see in specific rules for the discipline
The time limit for setting up props in any Performing Arts discipline is one minute. This excludes Production, which remains the same (AGM 2008)
Liquids or other substances that can litter, damage, or make the dance floor / stage unsafe may not be used in any category or discipline.
Costumes are of one's own choice, but should be well tailored and tasteful.
Lifts: Permitted in some, but not all, categories and / or disciplines. Please refer to specific rules for the Discipline / Category in question. Lifts are defined as: Movements / figures in which both feet of one dancer are off the floor and such figures / movements are performed with the help / physical support of another person. Lifts are NOT permitted in Children's divisions unless stated otherwise in the specific rules governing a specific discipline.
Acrobatic Movements: Permitted in some, but not all, categories and / or disciplines. Please refer to specific rules for the category / discipline in question. Acrobatics are those movements , in which body overturns round sagittal or frontal axis, such as somersaults, hand wheeling and similar figures
If permitted, Acrobatic Movements will not always enhance the dancer's score, and could even detract from the score if they are not performed in a technically correct manner.
No dancer/s shall perform the same routine in different IDO disciplines. Example: The same routine cannot be performed in both a Jazz and Show Dance event nor can a Modern piece be performed in either a Modern or Ballet event. (AGM 2007)

MINI AND PRODUCTION RULES AND REGULATIONS

All changes and additions are in RED (valid from 1st Jan 2009, passed - AGM 2008)
A Production is defined as an elaborate theatrical presentation, dominated by dance, which may include any IDO discipline or any combination thereof, using a story, theme, or concept. Since its primary purpose will be to entertain, it will be under the jurisdiction and administration of the Performing Arts Department.

Although all IDO disciplines will compete against each other in this category, specific rules as outlined under each discipline will be adhered to unless otherwise specified in the rules that follow.

Allowable dance forms: This category will be open to all or any combination of dance disciplines under the auspices of the IDO. Dance disciplines under the control of the WDC, the IDSF and the WRRC may not participate in any IDO event unless special dispensation is given by the official organization representing that particular discipline.

Age limits: There will be no age restrictions and all ages will compete against one another. No dancer will be represented in more than one production at any event. However, dancers may participate in both Mini and Production, as long as the content of each performance is not duplicated.

Production categories:
• Large productions - called "Productions"
• Mini Productions

Time limits:
Large productions
The minimum performance time limit, including the opening entrance and the final exit, is 4:00 minutes and the maximum is 08:00 minutes. (Set up time is explained below)

Mini Productions
The minimum performance time limit, including the opening entrance and the final exit, is 3:00 minutes and the maximum is 08:00 minutes. (Set up time is explained below)
Stage props and scenery: There will be a total of 5:00 minutes to set up and 5:00 minutes to break down scenic sets, backdrop and stage props. All set ups and breakdowns must be made by stagehands provided by the school, club or group presenting the production. Liquids or other substances that can litter, damage or make the dance floor/stage unsafe, may not be used. Both fire and working weapons are not permitted.

Number of performers:
Large productions
At least 25 dancers minimum, with no maximum, are allowed in this category. However, it is the producer of the production's responsibility to make sure the stage or dance floor is large enough to accommodate the number of dancers one wishes to present.
Mini Productions
At least 3 dancers minimum, with maximum of 12 dancers, are allowed in this category.

Fees: Every performer appearing in the production, including dancers, singers, and musicians, along with any other supporting cast must pay the start fee outlined in the IDO Rules Book. This is a lifetime license.

Presentation: A production may include solo, duo and ensemble performers as long as long as solo and duo performers do not dominate the performance. Both lifts and/or acrobatic movements are allowed, as long as they do not threaten the well-being of the dancers. Lifts in the children's age range are forbidden and junior and adult performers may not lift children. Other theatrical effects such as fog, laser lighting, magic and illusions may be presented, without restriction, provided they are not hazardous to the performers, stagehands or audience.

Music: All types of music may be used as long as it is not offensive to the public or IDO. Music containing inappropriate or offensive lyrics will not be permitted. Live music may be used as long as the musicians are part of the production being presented.
LIVE MUSIC
1. Musicians are not counted as participants unless they also dance in the routine.
2. The organizer must be advised by email prior to 4 weeks preceding the event. The email MUST explain all necessary details. Once approved, the participant must adhere to the agreement.
3. All equipment must be brought in and set-up by the Dancers and/or Musicians.
4. Set-up must be done quickly and in a quiet, non-disruptive manner.
5. The set-up and break down of all equipment must not take more then 5 minutes.
6. Live music AND recorded music can be mixed. In this case, the house system of the organizer can be used if the entrant can cue the sound engineer of the house system for starts and stops of the recorded music.
For example: If the entry uses amplified live music there can be two
different systems.
a. House system - for CD and/or up to 2 microphones for vocals only.
b. Additional portable amplification system supplied by the entrant for live music/vocals
c. Both systems may be mixed for live music AND recorded music
7. Suggested live music:
Vocals, brass, woodwinds, strings, drums and percussion, bass, keyboards. Full size pianos or organs will not be allowed.

Responsibility of the organizer: It is the organizer's responsibility to provide normal stage amenities as outlined in the IDO Rules Book. The organizer must provide equal opportunity for all productions. It is the full responsibility of the school, club, group or independent entry to supply all special effects, as well as the necessary stagehands for proper and safe operation. It is also their responsibility to check with the organizers to make sure all special effects are allowed in the auditorium or competition facility.